Returning to the Body Mind with Dr. Melissa West

Soul Shaping with author Jeff Brown, 10/8/08

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 16:37:34 -0700

Soul Shaping with author Jeff Brown
During this radio interview, Jeff Brown will share with us his true story of transformation from a criminal lawyer to a more heartfelt path. Soulshaping is every person’s journey from self-alienation to soul-satisfaction in the heart of modern life. That journey is all about the inner: the inner world, the inner break for freedom from the shackles of shame, fear and misidentification. Soulshaping is a no-nonsense inner travelogue that inspires us to do the real work of excavating and honoring who we really are, before our opportunity passes. This is one of the best books I have ever read. You don’t want to miss this interview.
SoulShaping with Jeff Brown

Soul Wisdom with Dr. Zhi Gang Sha, 10/1/08

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 18:59:41 -0700

Soul Wisdom with Dr. Zhi Gang Sha
We are living in a time of uncertainty and fear. Everyone craves peace, happiness and success. But, how can we achieve them and at what cost? Dr. Zhi Gang Sha uses his soul wisdom to provide very simple, practical solutions and one guiding message: it all begins with the soul. Dr. Sha teaches us to heal and transform the soul first and then transformation of every aspect of life will follow.
Soul Wisdom with Dr. Zhi Gang Sha http://www.drsha.com/ and http://www.mastershasoulsong.com/

Vegan Lunch Box with Jennifer McCann, 9/24/08

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 09:08:20 -0700

Vegan Lunch Box with Jennifer McCann
Just in time for back to school Jennifer will teach us how to create an amazing array of entirely meat-free, egg-free, and dairy-free lunches. Not only will Jennifer talk about well-balanced, nutritious and irresistible lunches, but also ideas for quick and easy lunches and even lunches that kids can make themselves. Jennifer McCann is the author of the wildly famous Vegan Lunch Box blog and the cook book by the same name.
Jennifer McCann - Vegan Lunchbox

Sacred Centers with Anodea Judith, 9/17/08

Sun, 21 Sep 2008 19:15:23 -0700

Sacred Centers with Anodea Judith
Anodea Judith is a leading edge thinker, internationally recognized writer, teacher and speaker on evolutionary psychology based on the chakra system, body/mind integration, somatic therapy and the ancient arts of yoga. Her books Wheels of Life, The Sevenfold Journey, and Chakra Balancing have influenced and informed my yoga teaching on a deep and profound level. I am delighted to welcome Anodea Judith – someone who has acted as both a mentor and a teacher to me through her books – on my radio show.
Anodea Judith Sacred Centers

Fitness Junky with guest Stephanie Medford, 9/10/08

Sun, 21 Sep 2008 19:14:59 -0700

Fitness Junky with guest Stephanie Medford
Stephanie Medford is the owner of Fitness Junky (a full service fitness boutique offering active and casual wear) and a former Toronto Argonaut dancer. Stephanie is one of Durham’s top dance fitness instructors. In her classes she leads people through a fusion journey of Latin, funk, trance, modern, belly and drums. In this radio show Stephanie will prove to you that getting fit is totally fun!
Stephanie Medford, Fitness Junky

Thrive with Brendan Brazier, 9/3/08

Sun, 21 Sep 2008 19:16:25 -0700

Thrive with Brendan Brazier
Brendan Brazier has authored two of the most valuable nutrition books that I have on my book shelf: Thrive: A Guide to Optimal Health and Performance through Plant-Based Whole Foods and The Thrive Diet: the Whole Foods Way to Losing Weight, Reducing Stress, and Staying Healthy for Life. A huge fan of his work, I am delighted to have expert author and professional athlete on my show. Join us while we talk about stress-reduction through plant-based whole foods, the evolution of sports nutrition and transitioning to a vegan diet for optimal health.
Thrive with Brendan Brazier

Ani-Miracles with Dr. Laurie Moore, 8/27/08

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:29:33 -0700

Ani-Miracles with Dr. Laurie Moore
Animals live from unconditional resources. Spiritual awakening, prosperity, love, joy and gratitude are all unconditional to the animals. Animals do not depend on circumstances because they are busy intending what their moment will be and generating the moment they desire. Animals generate joy, love, peace, prosperity, gratitude and awakening. Dr. Laurie Moore will help us be inspired by the animals to live in the present moment and have a beautiful relationship with our body based on wholeness and wellness.
Dr. Laurie Moore, Ani-Miracles

The Alchemic Woman with author Dr. Ramona Rubio, 8/20/08

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:28:07 -0700

The Alchemic Woman with author Dr. Ramona Rubio
During this radio show, Dr. Ramona Rubio co-author of The Alchemic Woman will show you how to step into your own power by asking questions that matter. These questions will zap your soul into awakening to its potential. You will learn to identify and release the old patterns that keep you in confusion and imprison your natural creative abilities. Dr. Rubio will teach us practical alchemical exercises that we can follow on a daily basis. Dr. Rubio’s passion is to assist women to write their empowered stories and help them take positive actions towards accomplishing their goals.
The Alchemic Woman

Listening to your Intuition with psychic Cyndi Tyron, 8/13/08

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:30:42 -0700

Listening to your Intuition with psychic Cyndi Tyron
Intuition is not a gift given to a select few psychics. We all have psychic power within us. Intuition is an inner knowing that can point us in the right direction. We can get in touch with the signs and ways intuition knocks on our door each and every day. Connecting to your inner guidance is an important way to fulfill your mission and life purpose. Intuition can come in many forms from seeing, feeling, knowing and hearing. Join us with guest psychic Cyndi Tyron to learn how to unleash the power of intuition in your life.

Yoga Off the Mat with guest Kelly La Sha, 8/6/08

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 19:25:17 -0700

Yoga Off the Mat with guest Kelly La Sha
Kelly La Sha is the author of the book Liquid Mirror. Liquid mirror is a term she coined to describe the way she perceives energy through a shamanic perpetualz state. Her book is a study of the natural operating principles of our essence in the realm of the soul. In this radio show she will be talking to us about taking our yoga off the mat and living it in our lives.
Kelly La Sha, Liquid Mirror

Anxiety with my yoga teacher Tama Soble, 7/30/08

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 19:24:21 -0700

Anxiety with my yoga teacher Tama Soble
We live in stressful times, and we literally embody the experience of our lives. Many of us hold habituated patterns of tension. These patterns become hardwired into our nervous systems after years of repetitive triggering of the startle reflex, or the fight or flight response. Our systems are flooded over and over again with adrenalin and we get into a cycle of over reacting physically and eventually emotionally and psychologically to stressful situations. Join us for a radio show where special guest Tama Soble will explain the ways that yoga and meditation can help us to manage chronic stress.
Tama Soble began practicing yoga with Esther Myers and Monica Voss in 1984, and is a graduate of the Esther Myers Yoga Studio Teacher Training Program. She earned an interdisciplinary BFA in dance and theatre from York University, and has trained in Body-Mind Centering, contact improvisation and various other movement techniques. As a professional dancer and choreographer, Tama had the opportunity to tour and teach across Canada, in the United States, in Mexico and New Zealand. Tama's background in movement is a rich source of inspiration for her teaching. She finds the interplay between imagery, breath and the physical experience of the asanas particularly powerful in deepening the mind/body connection. Tama teaches classes, teacher training, advanced teacher seminars, and offers retreats in Ontario and Costa Rica. She co-owns and directs Esther Myers Yoga Studio with Monica Voss.

Yoga with guest Sheree Nicholson, 7/23/08

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 19:40:44 -0700

Yoga with guest Sheree Nicholson
Yoga is an amazing tool that can put you more in touch with your body. It allows you to come back to yourself. In our fast paced life we often override our body with work, television, caffeine, food, alcohol etc. No longer is it okay to work ourselves to death, ignore our bodies and shove fast food in our mouths. Yoga is a way to get in touch with what is really going on in our bodies rather than drowning the warning signs from our bodies with unhealthy habits. Sheree is a certified yoga teacher who has been practicing yoga for ten years. She is the owner of Live with Spirit, one of the yoga studios where Melissa teaches yoga. Sheree believes in yoga as a tool to create a connection between the mind body and soul, ultimately creating a peaceful existence within ourselves. Yoga is a way that we can honor ourselves by taking time to slow down and do things that are right for us.

Energy Psychotherapy with guest Michelle Doucette, 7/16/08

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:29:11 -0700

Energy Psychotherapy with guest Michelle Doucette
Energy psychotherapy acknowledges the interconnection between the body, mind, heart, soul and spirit. Energy psychotherapy works on the premise that certain circumstances and events in our lives can interfere with the well being of our body. These circumstances and events can create emotional triggers, physical reactions and spiritual disconnect. In energy psychotherapy the client and practitioner articulate in words the cause of the client’s distress and clear the blockage from the body. Michelle Doucette is a shiatsu practitioner and energy psychotherapy therapist. Her private practice of 19 years integrates body-centered transpersonal energy psychotherapy, Shiatsu, Therapeutic Touch and Kripalu Holistic Bodywork.

The Benefits of a Vegan Diet with cook book author Dreena Burton, 7/9/08

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:49:43 -0700

The Benefits of a Vegan Diet with cook book author Dreena Burton
Did you know that the consumption of animal fats and proteins has been linked to heart disease, colon and lung cancer, osteoporosis, diabetes, kidney disease, hypertension, and obesity? During this show we will talk about healthy cooking with a vegan diet . Join us with expert guest Dreena Burton, best-selling author of The Everyday Vegan, Vive le Vegan and Eat, Drink and be Vegan to learn the many benefits of a vegan diet. Dreena is an expert on whole grains, legumes, healthy oils and hemp food. As a Mother of two she has created countless recipes, which require little preparation and stove top time. Dreena makes vegan eating delicious and accessible. Learn about using more whole grains, legumes and how to work with ingredients like tempeh, nuts and seeds. We will also talk about baking with whole flours, using unrefined sugars and less oil. You won’t want to miss this show!

Women’s Sexual Health with expert guest Sex Therapist Dianne Cassidy, 6/25/08

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 11:54:44 -0700

Women’s Sexual Health with expert guest Sex Therapist Dianne Cassidy
Are you too exasperated, exhausted, and dissatisfied to enjoy a healthy sex life? Do you long for love, passion, closeness, empathy, respect, mutual caring, pleasure, a sense of renewed energy, connectedness to your partner and most importantly yourself. In this radio show we will attempt to redefine and shift negative beliefs about women's sexuality and so-called low libido using the best of Eastern and Western philosophy.
Diane Cassidy is a sex therapist who has worked as a psychotherapist for the past twenty-six years. She is the owner of Sacred Quest: A Spiritual Pathway to your Authentic Self, a unique book, gift and resources store that provides products and services on topics related to health, wellbeing, personal and spiritual growth.

The Spine with guest Dr. Sarah Strano, 6/18/08

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 18:08:20 -0700

The Spine with guest Dr. Sarah Strano
Dr. Sarah Strano BA, BPHE (Hons), DC is a family wellness Chiropractor and clinic director. She is a wellness advocate and health promoter, with a special interest and her mission is to help as many people as possible reach their optimal health potential and abundant vitality through gentle, natural and holistic chiropractic care. Dr. Sarah's approach to health and wellness incorporates a full-spine, whole person approach. In this show Dr. Sarah Strano will enlighten us about the spine - the central nervous system and master control system of the body. She will explain the ways that the nervous system coordinates the respiratory, digestive, muscular, and immune systems. She will also clarify how information from both the internal and external environment travels through the spine to get to the brain, just as the information and decisions made in the brain go through the spine to effect certain outcomes. Join us for an exciting show in which Sarah will help us to improve the health of our spines and improve overall energy flow in our bodies.

The Seven Channels of Elimination with holistic nutritionist Vilma Laurito, 6/11/08

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 07:48:31 -0700

The Seven Channels of Elimination with holistic nutritionist Vilma Laurito
Are you interested in detoxification? Join Melissa’s expert guest Vilma Laurito and learn about the about the seven channels of elimination. Knowing these seven channels of elimination can be key to the best possible health. In this show, Vilma will teach you how to keep each of the seven channels of elimination functioning optimally. Join us and bring your questions to find out how to keep the lungs, liver, lymphatic system, blood, skin, colon, and kidneys at their prime and say goodbye to toxic substances forever!

Connecting Our Internal and External Environments with expert guest Andy James, 6/4/08

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 16:46:48 -0700

Connecting Our Internal and External Environments with expert guest Andy James
Andy James is an acknowledged Master of the “internal” sciences and an advocate of integrating both the “external” and “internal” worlds. He is a Co-director of The Forge Institute’s “Global Spiritual Citizenship” initiative. In this exciting and informative show Andy James will help to synthesize the internal and external environments which affect our well being. Environmentalists, economists, health practitioners, politicians and other specialists are now telling us that many “issues” in the “external” world are interconnected. Spiritual teachers and leaders, alternative health practitioners, mind-body teachers and more are telling us in their own ways that the various aspects of our “internal” world are interconnected – body, energy, emotions, mind and spirit. Confused? Andy will help tie it all together!

CranioSacral Therapy with Martez Schembre-Diskey, 5/28/08

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 13:23:57 -0700

CranioSacral Therapy with Martez Schembre-Diskey
Craniosacral work is a holistic healing practice which uses extremely light finger pressure to optimize a movement pattern within the body which is known as the "cranial wave." Craniosacral therapy is especially known for releasing painful or restricted conditions anywhere in the body. Craniosacral therapy helps the client access their own wisdom and therefore empowers the client to deal successfully with many different life situations. Craniosacral therapy can be useful in uncovering the emotional trauma underneath the pain in the body. Through a process of somatic emotional release, the client can release the trauma and thus relieve pain and improve the overall functioning of the body. Martez Schembre-Diskey is a craniosacral therapist and owner of Hands on Heath Care a wellness center in Whitby Ontario dedicated to providing excellent health care for over fifteen years.

Vegetarian Cooking Harmony Dawn Style with guest Nicola (author of The Dao of Harmony Dawn Cooking), 5/21/08

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 20:34:15 -0700

Vegetarian Cooking Harmony Dawn Style with guest Nicola (author of The Dao of Harmony Dawn Cooking) Join us for an exciting hour with hilarious vegetarian chef, Nicola Lawrence. Nicola Lawrence is the owner and vegetarian chef at Harmony Dawn retreat center in Southern Ontario. Nicola will explain how to create harmonious balance in your vegetarian cooking. Her passion for creating yin-yang balance in food is contagious. Nicola will help us explore the practice of macrobiotic, organic, vegetarian cooking to create a yin-yang balance in the body. In Nicola’s own words, “Selecting more balanced foods helps to promote physical and mental vitality, equilibrium and positive outlook. It also reduces craving, which is a sign of imbalance”