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VOLUME 11 NO 3SEPTEMBER 20071. Letter from the Board2. Association Contact Details3. Hepatitis C and Alternative Therapies6. What is Metamorphosis?8. Still in Training - Baby Steps…...9. Workshop Review: Aura-Soma with Reflexology11. Report on Last Board Meeting12. Herstory of the Women’s Cycles and Reflexology16. State Matters18. Facial Reflexology20. Getting to Know You22. 2007 CPT Education23. Product Guide24 FootPrints Contacts, Guidelines & Deadlines

Reflexology Association of AustraliaLETTERFROMTHE BOARDIt gives me great pleasure to offer a warmwelcome to all members of our wonderfulReflexology Association of Australia with a specialmention to our Regional members who travel vastdistances to meetings and in the pursuit of theirCPT education. We, as your elected Directors,will continue to strive to strengthen our support toyou all and further develop a strong membershipbase with focus on maintaining professionalism inour industry and promotion of public awareness ofReflexology.Following the resignation of both Emma Gierschick and Sara Higgins,we take this opportunity to thank them for their valuable contribution tothe Board and to the members of our Association. Emma has spentmany years on the Board as a Director, Vice President and Presidentand Sara has held the position of Director. We wish them both well intheir chosen pursuits and I am sure that they will maintain theirpassion for Reflexology.In July a teleconference chaired by the Company Secretary, CherelWaters (NSW) was held to form the Board of Directors and Executivefor this current year 2007 – 2008. This will be formalised at the AGM inCairns on 14th September. Welcome to Ruairi who comes from apublishing background and Ian with his entrepreneurial skills withReflexology Paths! We look forward to working together as a unitedteam.I would like to take this opportunity to offer our sincere thanks toCherel Waters, our Company Secretary, who continues to give us herongoing support and guidance both with matters pertaining toCompany and Treasury. We certainly appreciate and value Cherel’sprofessional contribution and dedication to our Association.July is the busiest month for Jenn Cooper, our MembershipAdministrator with processing membership renewals. Currentlymembership is at the 1,000 mark so, hopefully, by the time you haveread this all members will have renewed their membership for a further12 months. We thank Jenn for her patience and dedication during thisprocess. Enjoy your membership and we encourage you to take anactive part in the CPT opportunities available.We invite as many members as possible to join us at the AGM whichwill be held in Cairns during the ICR Conference.It is timely for us all to make an advanced diary note for October 2008National Conference to be held in Sydney. This is a great opportunityto network with colleagues, and to take the opportunity of furthereducation from experienced presenters from within our Associationand internationally.So, for now, we wish you good health with Reflexology.Libby Stark – PresidentBoard of Directors2007-20082008President, Public Relations& CPTLibby Stark (QLD)0434 900 911president@reflexology.org.auVice President, FNTT &Finance CommitteeAnne Young (WA)0400 811 010young.anne@bigpond.comSecretary & FootprintsAdvertisingJudee Hawkins (NSW)02 9836 0078secretary@reflexology.org.auTreasurer & FinanceCommitteeSarah Blain (TAS)0427 261 710smblain@bigpond.net.auFinance Committee DirectorJennifer Hill (VIC)03 9842 9495hill81@internode.on.netWebsiteJames Flaxman (SA)08 8333 0147flaxmanj@webzone.net.auMerchandise, Policies &ProceduresKerrie Baldock (NSW)02 9371 4380cloud9reflex@yahoo.com.auPublicity & PromotionsRuairi O’Duil (Vic)03 9397 0242ruairi@clearsky.ieResearch, Education &HealthIan Gilbert (QLD)07 3843 1787iangilbert27@msn.comSeptember 2007All Rights Reserved.The opinions expressed in this journalare of each author and not necessarilyendorsed by the ReflexologyAssociation of Australia. Advertisementsare solely for the information of readersand are not endorsed by the ReflexologyAssociation of Australia.This Issue:Front cover illustration courtesy ofLyndel Godden taken at Uluru, shecalls it "Footsteps of my Ancestors".FOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007 1

Reflexology Association of AustraliaREFLEXOLOGY ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA LIMITEDThe Reflexology Association of Australia Limited was incorporated in 2002 as a company limited by guarantee (ACN: 101 412 319)CONTACTONTACT HOTLINESOTLINESMembership AdministratorJenn CooperPO Box 253Wynnum Central, QLD 4178Phone: 07 3396 9001Fax: 07 3393 5468All membership enquiries and applications;changes of addressEmail: reflexologyadmin@tpg.com.auOffice HoursMon, Tue, Thu and Fri — 9am - 1pmGeneral Enquiries and Advice CPT InformationContact the representative in your statePractitioner RegisterPhone: 0500 502 250Research LibrarianPat MacleanPhone: 07 3344 2123NSW QLDOUTSTANDINGACHIEVEMENTSLifeMembership• Sue Ehinger• Graeme Murray• Heather Edwards• Sharon Stathis• Tissa HennigOutstandingAchievement• Joan Harwood• Ronda Mackay• Don Stretton• Julie Bidwell• Jan Williams• Glenda Hodge• Ian Gilbert• Miranda Mann• Irene Bull• Patricia MacleanSTATETATE BRANCHESRANCHESNSW Address: PO Box 366, Cammeray, 2062Chairperson: Jan CullenPhone: 02 9296 3073Email: jan.cullen@mallesons.comSecretary: Gwen DeanPhone: 02 9953 5654Email: deanga4@bigpond.net.auQLD Address: PO Box 3092, Norman Park, 4170Chairperson: Vicki ProtheroePhone: 07 3800 9090Email: slowpoke@ozemail.com.auSecretary: Lyndel GoddenPhone: 07 3217 0272Email: lyndelgodden@bigpond.comSA Address: PO Box 457, Kensington Park, 5069Chairperson: Margaret RowettPhone: 08 8753 4093Email:Secretary: Harriot SneydPhone: 08 8373 2770Email: harriot.sneyd@internode.on.netTAS Address: PO Box 3041 LDC Launceston 7250Chairperson: Helen ClarkePhone: 03 6424 8111Email: helen-mc@bigpond.net.auSecretary: Vicki DelperoPhone: 03 6228 5796Email: info@stream-of-life.comVIC Address: PO Box 5272, Mordialoc, 3195Chairperson: VacantPhone:Email:Secretary: Daniella SingerPhone: 03 9596 2350Email: dsinger@westnet.com.auSATASVICWA• Joyce Lockett• Rosemarie Urban• Pamela Skeggs• Dianne Yaxley• Dee Leamon• Carol Mc Bain• Josie Magazzu• Marion Bond• Trevor Steele(posthumously)• Keith Solomon• Brigitte Johnson• Lynn Hatswell• Suzanne Pfitzner• Gaylene Webb• Vicki Delpero• Natalie Baker• Samantha Langridge• Karen Fothergill• Marion Bond• Patricia Bell• Flora Toft• Gladys Duncan• Chris Aubrey• Des Bradley• Lis AndersenWA Address: PO Box 1032, Leederville, 6901Chairperson: Valerie DewarPhone: 08 6293 1424Email: val_dewar@msn.comSecretary: Lee PhillipsPhone: 08 9335 7682Email: lephillips@optusnet.com.auSTATETATE BRANCHESRANCHESIf there has been a change in the above directory,would you kindly advise Jan Cullen onjan.cullen@mallesons.com or on (02) 9296 3073.STATETATE MATTERSATTERSPlease contact Jan Cullen to advise who is thecontact for your State. Jan’s email isjan.cullen@mallesons.com2FOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007

Reflexology Association of AustraliaHEPATITISEPATITIS C AND ALTERNATIVELTERNATIVE THERAPIESHERAPIESby Sharon Tay 2007 ©Recently I attended a day’s course on Hepatitis C runby the Tasmanian Council on AIDS, Hepatitis andRelated Diseases Inc (tasCAHRD). The course washeld at the Mercure Hotel, Hobart, in April. The threeeducators communicated in ‘non-medical’ terms aboutHCV. Their explanations, the use of visual aids,printed material and ‘enacted’ out scenarios with classparticipation, kept 20 of us motivated and interestedthroughout the day.The highlight was our afternoon speaker Jane*, whotalked about how she coped living with Hep C. Thegroup was very inspired by her and many of us askedquestions. I asked had she tried any alternativetherapy with her treatment to which Jane replied thatshe had tried some herbal medicine but found themno help. I asked her about body therapies. She saidshe had not tried any but would be interested to givethem a go, however, because of her financialdifficulties she could not afford to visit a practitioner asmost therapies were expensive. It was this commentthat made me realise there must be many othersufferers who would like to venture into other forms ofcomplementary or alternative medicine but unable todo so because of financial constraints. By the end ofthe course, I felt very moved and inspired with thethought of researching material related to alternativetherapies, mostly concentrating on the role thatreflexology may play in helping HCV sufferers.*Name has been changed to protect person’s identity.Brief description of Hepatitis CThe difference between Hepatitis A, B and C.Hepatitis A is transmitted by oral means throughfaecal matter by another person. Possible means oftransmission is via preparation of food by someonewho has not washed their hands after going to thetoilet. Other means can be through drinkingunsterilized water (for example, in third worldcountries), eating oysters and mussels harvested fromcontaminated water and from oral-anal sex.Hepatitis B is transmitted by blood, semen, vaginalfluid and breast milk. It is a sexually transmittedinfection. Sharing injecting and unsterile tattooing andpiercing equipment is how Hep B can be transmitted.Hepatitis C is a blood-borne virus. It is onlytransmitted when blood from a person who has thevirus enters the blood stream of another person.Infected blood must get into the blood stream beforethere is any chance of transmission occurring. Thiscan happen through:1. non-sterile injecting equipment2. surgical and immunisation programs overseasreceiving blood or blood products (for example;blood donations) overseas or prior to 1990AustraliaLess common ways of contracting Hep C.1. occupational transmission such as penetratingneedle stick injury2. there have been no reported cases of anyone inAustralia contracting a blood-borne virus from aneedle stick injury outside of a healthcare setting(3,8)3. during sex there is only minimal risk of transmissionwhere there is potential for blood to blood contact4. sharing razor blades and tooth brushes5. breast milk: depending on viral load on the mother itis not recommended to breast feed if the nipples arecracked or bleeding. However, under normalcircumstances the benefits far outweigh any minuterisk of transmission. If a mother-to-babytransmission occurs it is more likely to be at the timeof delivery when the mother’s infected blood mightenter the baby’s blood stream via any breaks in thebaby’s skin.Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) affects the liver which inhibitsits effectiveness to process fats, alcohol and otherdrugs. Symptoms of the HCV can affect sufferers indifferent ways. Some people may experience a rangeof symptoms, while others have only a few and somenone at all. Most people will have no signs orsymptoms for many years and not be aware that theyhave the virus. The symptoms that can occur are:1. flu-like symptoms2. lack of energy3. fatigue4. lethargy5. poor concentration6. feeling ill after fatty foods and alcohol7. nausea8. jaundice9. itchy rashes10. discomfort and swelling in the area of the liver. (3)Myths about Hep CIn most communities where a new found virus ordisease occurs, many myths are spread about throughlack of education, increasing fear and uncertainty.Because of this, sufferers may be subjected toconstant rejection and banned or shunned from socialinteraction. Sadly some are made to feel isolated verymuch like the ‘Lepers’ were made to feel for theirdisease in early times. It is hard to believe that thisstigma still survives in our so-called age of technology,tolerance and social awareness.To help dispel some of the myths, it is impossible tocontract Hepatitis C by:1. any activity that does not involve blood-to-bloodcontact2. sneezing or coughing3. sharing food, drinks, cigarettes4. baths and swimming pools5. toilet facilitiesFOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007 3

Reflexology Association of AustraliaHEPATITISEPATITIS C AND ALTERNATIVELTERNATIVE THERAPIESHERAPIESby Sharon Tay 2007 ©6. mosquito bites or other blood sucking insects7. kissing* or hugging8. sex unless there is blood to blood contact. (3)*Glandular Fever is caused by a virus and if a personhas the virus it can be passed on through kissing.Some symptoms of Glandular Fever may share similarcharacteristics to those of Hepatitis C.Anyone can be infected with Hep C and, in somecases, through no fault of their own, for example, bloodtransfusions prior to 1990 in Australia and overseas,and by tattooing and skin piercing from sharingcontaminated syringes and through negligentpractitioners. People of all ages can be affected. Atpresent there is no vaccination for Hepatitis C.Clients with Hep C are not obliged to inform acomplementary or alternative practitioner about theirillness and some may not be aware that they have thedisease. There is no need to change hygiene practicesfor a client with Hep C should they decide to inform thepractitioner. Safety and hygiene standards must becarried out at all times in a clinic and salon whendealing in body work.Complementary and alternative therapiesMinimal research has shown that complementarytherapies such as natural therapies have proven to bevery effective in helping sufferers with Hep C. Althoughthere is some evidence that various alternativetherapies have helped, research is still in early stagesof exploring how certain therapies may help and whatbenefits may emerge from such therapies. TheHepatitis C virus was discovered only in 1989 and.therefore, with so much emphasis on conventionalmedicine, complementary and alternative therapieshave only recently participated in treatments for Hep Cand in some cases, are used with caution. Clients arestrongly advised to consult their liver specialist or GPbefore embarking on any alternative treatment. Theclient needs to understand the nature of the therapythey have chosen and to be informed of the possibilitiesthat the therapy may not be what they had hoped for oralternatively that the therapy may be of positive benefit.The Consultative Council on Hepatitis C in Dublin has aweb page report mentioning a section onComplementary and Alternative Medicine. (1) It isinteresting to observe that most complementarytherapies are provided by GPs who offer acupuncture,physiotherapist massage-based therapies andmanipulation-based therapies or hydrotherapy. Somechiropodists offer reflexology. Therapists includecurrently registered general practitioners, registerednurses, chiropodists and chartered physiotherapists.In the short time that natural therapies have been usedas a complementary aid there have been reports thatsome therapies have helped a few sufferers whileothers have found no difference. According to the4booklet by the Hepatitis Council 2003 it states thatcomplementary and alternative therapies havebecome popular in Australia with over fifty per cent ofthe population using these therapies. People withHep C are choosing to try alternative therapiesbecause they have been found to help some sufferers.Reasons include:1. to improve quality of life by relieving symptoms ofchronic infection and/or reducing side effects ofconventional medicine2. to take an active role in decisions about their ownhealth care3. cultural influences4. dissatisfaction with conventional approaches tohealth care and5. concerns about perceived or reported toxicity ofconventional prescription medicine. (2)People with Hepatitis C who choose complementaryand alternative therapies are often aware of thelimitations of conventional medicine. They accept theidea that being healthy means more than just ‘theabsence of disease’. (2) The abovementioned booklethelps the patient understand the negative and positiveaspects of natural therapies, a short explanation ofwhat they are, the methods used and their benefits. Italso gives an honest opinion on the evidence so farresearched into natural therapies.Natural therapies that have been used are:1. Acupuncture. The Hep C Review magazine,Edition 54, (9) clinical trials for Hep C are takingplace at the Guilford Acupuncture Clinic in Sydney.Participants take part in treatments twice a weekover a twelve week period. Blood samples aretaken over a six month trial. The trial is beingundertaken at the University of Technology,Sydney, as part of a Master’s Degree researchproject. Acupuncture has been one of themainstream medicines used for Hep C sufferers. (Irecently contacted the student taking the studytrials and she kindly sent me an update of herresearch. At present it is still in infancy and tooearly to state the positives and the negatives.)2. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). A fewpeople with Hep C have found treatment from TCMhelps avoid the side effects of pharmaceuticaldrugs like interferon ( used in conventionalmedicine for treatment for HCV). TCM has alsohelped in secondary conditions which havedeveloped from Hep C. (4)3. Herbal Medicine. Some people with Hepatitis Chave found the following recommended herbsbeneficial in their treatment while others have not.Some of the herbal remedies that have been usedby people with Hepatitis C are: St Mary’s Thistle(Silybum marianum). The seeds contain silymarinwhich has been found to have a therapeutic effectFOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007

Reflexology Association of AustraliaHEPATITISEPATITIS C AND ALTERNATIVELTERNATIVE THERAPIESHERAPIESby Sharon Tay 2007 ©when treating liver ailments such as chronichepatitis and fatty infiltration. Studies havedemonstrated that silymarin protects the liver fromdamaging effects of alcohol and toxic chemicalsand it stimulates the production of new liver cells toreplace damaged ones. As yet, research inAustralia is unable to give the positive effects fromthis herb for people with Hep C. Licorice(Glycyrrhiza glabra) is commonly used to treat flu,gastric ulcers, liver disease and chronic fatiguesyndrome. It is also a good remedy for jaundiceand liver detoxifier. St John’s Wort (Hypericumperforatum) is promoted for the treatment ofbacterial and viral infections and is thought toreduce the production of mature virus. CH100. Thisis the only herbal formulation developed in Australiathat has been subjected to double blind placebotrials for people with Hepatitis C. (2,4)4. Body therapies. Little research has been doneinto body therapies and their benefits for peoplewith Hepatitis C. However, the feed back by somepatients has proved satisfactory while others havenot found any difference. Reflexology rates amongbody therapies with the same feed backinformation. (2,4) In recent search on reflexologytreatment with Hepatitis C, I have found limitedinformation. From the data I gathered, reflexologyhas been shown to help some sufferers withHepatitis A or B. (1,2,3,4,5,6,7,9)In conclusion, I can see this being an avenue forreflexologists and other alternative therapists tocontinue research and to run clinical trials in the nearfuture. This workshop has given me an understandingon Hepatitis C and I would advise any reflexologist orother health care practitioner in the alternative therapyindustry to take opportunities to learn about varioushealth topics by attending seminars, workshops orlectures. One can learn a lot from books and researchbut there is nothing like being in a group and learningfrom other people. Understanding more about certaindiseases, illnesses and injuries enables the practitionerto give their best assistance to a client who may besuffering from some form of ailment or disability.ReferencesMy thanks go to TasCAHRD for allowing me to usematerial for this article from lecture notes andbooklets.*1. Complementary and Alternative Medicine. TheConsultative Council on Hepatitis C. Notes: meetingof Consultative Council on Hepatitis C25/3/2004www.cchepc.ie/services/complementary.html2. Complementary and Alternative Therapies forHepatitis C. (The Australian Hepatitis Council2003). P.p. 5,19, 20.*3. Tasmanian Council on Aids, Hepatitis and RelatedDiseases Inc. Version 1.0 June 2006. Lecturenotes*.4. Australian Hepatitis Council. Notes: 28/9/2006.www.hepawareness.net.au/health/comp_therapies.htm5. British Liver Trust. Notes: Complementary Care.www.britishlivertrust.org.uk/content/disease/hepatitis6. Hepatitis C - Alternative Therapies. CanadianHaemophilia Society. Notes: Hepatitis C-Alternative Therapies.www.hemophilia.ca/en/5.1.9.PhP7. Hepatitis C: The Facts. Epidemic –Epidemiological Factors. Notes: DartmouthMedical College. 2007.www.epidemic.org/thefacts/theepidemic/** **Thiscan be replaced by one of the following: **1.introduction **2. epidemiologicalFactors **3.USRiskGroups8. Strategy for the Detection and Management ofHepatitis C in Australia. The National Health andMedical Research Council (Canberra: AustralianPrinting service, 1997) p.61.9. The Hep C Review Magazine, Edition 54, SpringIssue, September 2006. (Sydney: The Hepatitis CCouncil of NSW 2006) p.45.10.The Hep C Review Magazine, Edition 54, SpringIssue, September 2006. (Sydney: The Hepatitis CCouncil of NSW 2006) p.45.Useful Web SitesMembers who would like to know more, contact yourstate Council on Hepatitis, Aids and Related Diseasesand find out when they are running their next course.NSW www.hepatitisc.org.auVictoria www.hepcvic.org.auACT www.acthepc.orgWA www.hepatitiswa.com.auQLD www.hepatitisc.asn.auSA www.hepccouncilsa.asn.auTAS www.tascahrd.org.auNT www.ntac.org.auAcknowledgementMany thanks to Jan Upcher for her help towards theEPATITIS C RHEPATITISC RESEARCHESEARCHSharon Tay is interested compiling informationfrom practioners who are either working withHepatitis C clients or have an interest inworking with these clients.Any case studies would be welcome or if youwould like further information on this condition,please contact Sharon onsharontay@dodo.com.au - use the heading“Hepatitis C Research” as this will helpeliminate scam mail.FOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007 5

Reflexology Association of AustraliaWHATIS METAMORPHOSIS?by Emma GierschickWhat is MetamorphosisMetamorphosis is a simple and effective means ofmaking permanent life changes, by releasing blocks orstress patterns that were formed during the prenatalperiod / gestation period. It is essentially a self-healingart, is transformational and is more about ‘undoing’what is already there rather than creating somethingnew.History and Development of MetamorphosisThe work was originally called Prenatal Therapy andwas developed in the 1950’s by an Englishman calledRobert St.John, who was a naturopath andreflexologist. St. John found that even though he mayhave helped a client who had ill health, they wouldreappear shortly afterwards with different symptoms.This made him realise that most healers or therapistsdealt with the symptoms of a disease or disorder andworked at ridding the body of that condition alone. Theyrarely looked at the underlying cause or the messagefrom the body. He believed that unless the underlyingcause was dealt with the disorder would simplymanifest in another form.He spent several years pondering on how it waspossible to get to the root cause of the problems andeventually felt he became closer to the answer throughhis work as a reflexologist.He found that while working on the spine reflex ofclient’s feet, many people would talk about their motherand mothering issues and nurturing while he wasworking on around the heel of the foot. While workingaround the base of the great toe they would discussissues to do with their father or authority issues. Hehypothesized that the spine reflex on the footrepresented more than just the spine - it alsorepresented a period in time, namely the gestationperiod, and that any issues the mother faced duringthis time would impact upon the developing fetus,creating potential blocks in their psyche.Upon this realization he felt that as the blocks weredeveloped and held by the individual, that the sameindividual could also be responsible for releasing themagain. This realisation was crucial in the developmentand direction the work then took.He concluded it is not a therapist who ‘did something toeffect the healing’ but rather that the individualsseeking help who undertook responsibility for their ownhealing instead. Under this philosophy, the title ofPrenatal therapy was therefore incorrect, as the word‘’therapy’’ implies that something is being done byanother, and with this work it is the individual seekinghelp who does their own healing instead. Hesubsequently changed the name to Metamorphosis asthe individual would literally undergo a significanttransformation, a little like a chrysalis transforming intoa butterfly.So where do the initial blocks come from?I like to use the analogy of the ‘cosmic supermarket’ to6describe the gestation period. A spark ofconsciousness that decides to incarnate on earth,chooses the experiences it would like for thatincarnation - this includes its parents, race, religion,country and time frame of birth, family and siblings,genetic background, karma and an overview of thelessons it chooses to learn as part of its evolution as asoul. I describe this as going around the supermarketand putting things into a basket, and reaching thecheckout, this is conception – bingo!!!From the moment of conception and throughout life,every thought, experience and event is registered andstored in each and every cell of the body. Unlessthese experiences are immediately released they cancreate blocks. These blocks stay with a person asthey grow through life molding them into the personthey become forming the boundaries of their comfortzone and can literally hold them back from realizingtheir true potential.During the pregnancy, blocks are formed based upona mothers’ experiences during that pregnancy and thevery nature of a person’s birth can affect the way theyview life in the future. As an example, if a dog bit themother during her pregnancy, this has the potential tomanifest as an irrational fear about dogs or even anallergy to dogs by the child.Metamorphosis releases the blocks in a simple,painless and very effective manner, allowing theindividual to move ahead and make permanentpositive changes in their life.Here’s another analogy: Imagine trying to go out intothe garden but the back door is locked – this door canrepresent a block. A person can persist for a while butthen give up and believe that reaching the garden isunattainable and that life exists inside the house. Thehouse, therefore, becomes a comfort zone. This isfine while it works for someone but usually, beforelong, most people want to do new things or broadentheir horizon. Metamorphosis is the equivalent ofremoving the door blocking the way. Whenundergoing Metamorphosis, quite often the personwould not be aware of what has changed, but wouldNotice To All Presenters of WorkshopsFor inclusion in the CPT Calendar of Events, pleaseplan ahead with your Workshop dates. The closingdate for the quarterly issue is the 1 st of theprevious month, prior to publication.Place your paid advertisement in Foot PrintsYour contact is Judee HawkinsEmail: secretary@reflexology.org.auTo be included in the CPT Calendar of EventsYour contact is Libby StarkEmail: president@reflexology.org.auLibby Stark – CPT DirectorFOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007

Reflexology Association of AustraliaWHATIS METAMORPHOSIS?By Emma Gierschickonly know that suddenly they feel healthier, moreconfident and assertive and have more clarity anddirection. Going back to the analogy, they wouldn’tnecessarily be aware that the door had gone - they onlyknow that something is different and there is access tothe back garden.How do the blocks manifest?Unless the blocks are released, an individual can leada very sheltered, restrictive life, or one with manyhealth complaints. All blockages will eventuallymanifest in some fashion, whether it is through illness,a behaviour pattern, insecurities, mental or emotionalissues, accidents or stress. When an accident or illnessoccurs, it is simply because the body is on overloadand looking for a release. As an example, whensomebody burns themselves by accident, usually theyare feeling a level of anger inside but are not able toeffectively express it. The burn is a means of releasingthe pent up energy they felt.So how is it ‘’undertaken’ and what happens?The aim of a session is not to ‘heal’, but rather tofacilitate change which, in itself, is different to mostmodalities. It is a totally intuitively guided art; therefore,there is no particular sequence, manner, time frame orcondition for it to be done under. However mostpractitioners* provide about 1 hour of their time for anindividual.It is an individual’s own innate intelligence that decideswhat needs to be released during a session. Thepractitioner is merely providing the right environmentfor releases to be instigated. Energy is never directedtowards a specific outcome.During a session, the spine reflex of the feet will usuallybe worked on, however, it is also possible to work onthe hands, head and directly on the spine. Anyblockages present may be ‘felt’ in a variety of ways. Aperson may experience heat, cold, a buzzing, tingling,a magnetic pull, a floating sensation, a wave ofemotion, something totally different or possibly feelnothing at all.Regardless of what is experienced during a session,within a couple of days significant energy shifts will takeplace. Emotions can be released and it is not unusualfor someone to release anger or distress over minorissues, or to suddenly become aware of a behaviorpattern and immediately change it, e.g. no longerfeeling the need or desire to smoke.Physical changes have also been known to take placewith facial features or other parts of the body changing,or people being able to give up medication after yearsof needing it, or spontaneously quit smoking.Quite often a person won’t be aware of what has beenreleased. They will only know that there has been anenergy shift and that they feel different, lighter or freerand less stressed. Remember the back door scenario,it’s just gone – and you didn’t notice when!One of the beautiful aspects of Metamorphosis is that aperson doesn’t have to re-live or re-experience an eventin order for it to be released.While Metamorphosis can sometimes be a littlecathartic for some people, the changes don’t have to betraumatic. A healing crisis is usually nothing more thana resistance to change.How can Metamorphosis help?Metamorphosis is ideal to assist people going throughany period of transition, whether it is birth, death,marriage, divorce, changing jobs or schools, movinghouse or looking to empower themselves and makepositive changes in their attitude or behaviour.Everybody can benefit. It can help people with thefollowing conditions.• Stress• Physical disorders or illnesses• Accidents or injuries• Irrational fears• Self-sabotaging patterns,• Anger issues• Difficulty in taking the next step• Problems standing up for yourself• Lack of direction• Self Esteem/Image problems• Mental/Emotional imbalances• Compulsive or addictive behaviour• ADHD and Hyperactivity• Autism or Downs Syndrome• Many other situationsEVERY condition, be it physical, emotional or mental,has manifested because of blockages - release theblockages and the condition can also be released. It isas simple as that! It is never too soon or too late tobegin Metamorphosis. People of all ages can benefitfrom the work.One word of caution, however, Metamorphosis shouldnot be mixed with Reflexology or any other modality atthe same time as its healing function is different.Metamorphosis is healing from the inside out, whilemost modalities are healing from the outside in – mixingthe two would create internal chaos. There would still beresults – but not as quick.In my experience, Metamorphosis deals with issues andhealth concerns on a far deeper level than any othermodality I am aware of, and I have found that several ofmy personal clients have undergone a dramatic healingafter having a Metamorphosis session, whereas thecondition wouldn’t budge with traditional Reflexology.The simplicity is what makes if more powerful.(* The title of practitioner is not a suitable word to usefor this work, however is easiest to use in this forum todescribe the difference between the client and ‘worker’)FOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007 7

Reflexology Association of AustraliaSTILLIN TRAINING— BABYSTEPS…………by Pam AllenI am currently studying Reflexology at ACNM. Inweek 4 of the course I attended a meditation retreatand decided to offer my services to the participantsduring the 5 hours of silence on Saturday afternoon.At least if I was terrible they couldn’t tell anyone for afew hours! I set up my new chair and stool andwaited patiently.My first “client” was my meditation teacher. He leaptinto the chair and reclined back, closing his eyes witha smile on his face. I was so nervous. Was I doing itright? (As if he would know) Did it feel okay? Niceeven? Could he feel how nervous I was?Another friend took the chair next and his enjoymentwas so evident and heartfelt that it relaxed memarkedly. Later on he told me that he had never feltso relaxed and he would be a practice volunteer forlife. Really? says I, incredulously.I had 6 “clients” in all; friends and strangers. I askedone recipient if she experienced problems with herneck, shoulder and upper chest on the right handside. “Yes. I had a car accident years ago. When youget started professionally just let me know and I willtell everyone. You are great. I have lots of friends youknow……” I was horrified. Tell people to see me. Me?It was probably just a fluke, or a mistake…… I smiledhalf heartedly and mumbled something about I wasglad she enjoyed it.We are now in week 10 and my confidence grows asthe weeks pass. It’s an amazing journey. Reflexologyis such a beautiful gift to share with people. Aren’t welucky?National Referral ServiceIf you require a reflexologist in a particular area,town or state, the Reflexology AssociationReferal Service is able to assist.We can put you in touch with a qualifiedreflexologist in most states of AustraliaPhone: (0500) 502 250Or visit our website at:www.reflexology.org.au‘Chi’ AcupressureWeekend WorkshopQualificationsIn Traditional Chinese MedicineRemedial MassageConducted By Master Zhang HaoB.Phy.Ed. D. TCM (China),Director of Chi-Chinese Healing CollegeUsing the power and ‘Chi’ energy of your Hands / Mindto activate the body’s Acu-points and Meridians toaddress the course of imbalances. Discover thisancient healing principles and authentic techniques withthe Traditional full procedure of ‘Chi’ Acupressuremassage.VENUE:Bethany Holistic Health(CCHC Training Centre)18A Margaret St. Strathfield (Sydney)DATE/TIME: 24 ~ 25 Nov. 2007 10:00 am to 5:00 pmInvestment: $220.00For enrolment, please visit www.chihealing.com.au(02) 9899 9823Accredited By Australian NationalTraining Authority & VETAB (NSW)National Endorsed Health Training PackagePart Time Training Program:One year– Certificate IVTwo Year– DiplomaRecognized byAustralia Natural Therapist Association (ANTA)Australian Traditional Madeline Society (ATMS)Association of Massage Therapists (AMT)Association of Remedial Masseurs (ARM)2008 Training Centers:Strathfield – Penrith – IngleburnTraining Course Starts: 28 th Jan. 2008Inquires & Details: www.chihealing.com.auChi-Chinese Healing CollegeRegistered Training Organisation8FOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007

Reflexology Association of AustraliaWORKSHOPORKSHOP REVIEW: : AURAAURA-SOMAWITHITH REFLEXOLOGYI am excited about the weekend course I have justattended on Aura-Soma and how it relates toReflexology.This was the first suchcourse held in Australiaand there were 14attendees.Admittedly, I didn’t knowwhat to expect as Aura-Soma was a subjectunknown to me. Thus itwas with a completelyopen mind that I showedup at 8.45 am on Saturdaymorning. Who would haveknown that by the time I leftthat evening, I would becompletely fascinated andenthralled by it?Janice Hill, an Aura-Somatherapist and reflexologistfrom New Zealand is the firstto put these two verypowerful therapies together.Both soul therapies, they areso compatable and theresults are quite remarkable,extending the effectivenessof reflexology even further.Janice took us through aquick history of colourtherapy and then discussedthe theory and philosophy ofAura-Soma. There areclose to 100 Aura-SomaEquilibrium bottles but atthis workshop we looked atthose relating to the sevenmain chakras and how toselect and apply themduring a reflexology session.Apart from the chakrabottles, Janice discussed the use of Pomanders andQuintessences which are used on the aura and notdirectly on the body.The practical work was wonderful. Janice gavedemonstrations on the very willing Sue Ehinger andthen we all had the opportunity to select a bottle andexperience a reflexology session with the Aura-Somaoil being applied at the end.We were also shown an endocrine balance where weused the blue/magenta oil (Physical Rescue bottle). Ihave had endocrine balances before, but never one aspowerful as the balance using Aura-Soma. I felt aheavy feeling around my adrenals and, just after theywere stimulated, I felt electrical charges shooting out ofBy Jan Cullen, NSWmy feet and then up into my leg. This “sparking” wascompletely uncontrollable. I went home that night full ofenergy and mentally in amuch better place than Ihad been for a long time.Our auras were beautifullyattended to - using apomander we 'polished,patted and combed' eachothers' auras and hadopportunities to try outvarious Quintessences andPomanders on each other.We also learned to do the'Lifetime ExperienceMassage' where either anEquilibrium oil, a Pomanderor a Quintessence is appliedalong the Prenatal pattern onthe feet (an adaption ofMetamorphosis).So, what is Aura-Soma?Aura-Soma is a nonintrusive, self selective soultherapy. It restores,revitalises and rebalances onall levels.The bottle is selected at asoul level and as a 'mirror ofthe soul' it offers anopportunity for growth anddevelopment towards our fullpotential. The colour wechoose reflects our being'sneeds .Aura-Soma actually means“The Light Made Manifest”.It is the first therapy tocombine the living energiesof colour with essential oils,herbal extracts and crystaland mineral energies in aholistic way according tovibration. It connects the light to the body. The plantssupport and balance the body tissue and the crystalssupport the bone structure. The crystals have a verystrong, slow healing quality and they actually get intoour pattern.The Equilibrium bottles are the heart of the Aura-Somasystem. They contain the living energies of herbs,essential oils, gems and crystals. As the liquid isapplied to the body, the energies penetrate and nourishyour whole being.The chakra bottle is selected by the client at thebeginning of the reflexology session and is then usedon the area of the feet indicated by the colour chosen.FOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007 9

Reflexology Association of AustraliaREPORTEPORT ON LASTAST BOARDOARD MEETINGEETINGThe Reflexology Association is in a very healthyposition financially, memberships and credibility.As our Administrator has reported, we now havemembership numbers totalling over 1,000. This is veryexciting as it shows healthy growth and a respect forthe Association. All the Board members, both past andpresent, have been active in bringing this strongposition about.1. Composition of the Board of the ReflexologyAssociation of AustraliaAt the recent Board teleconference (Monday July 22007) Elizabeth (Libby) Stark was elected by themembers of the Board to be the new President ofthe Reflexology Association of Australia. AnneYoung was elected to be Vice President of thecompany.Two new directors were appointed to the Boardfollowing the resignation of two previous directors.They are Ian Gilbert from Queensland and RuairiO’Duil from Victoria. Ian has been very involved inestablishing Reflexology paths in council parks inQueensland and has been assisting our ownreflexology park sub-committee with the design ofthe proposed path in Belmont. Ruairi has beeninvolved in the print industry and has owned andmanaged businesses. He has been in familycompanies, partnerships and finally a sole trader.This is great news as it means we now have quitea good business basis to continue the previousgood work by past Boards. Sara Higgins fromQueensland retired at the end of her term andEmma Gierschick resigned on 2 July from herposition as President and from the Board.2. FNTTThe FNTT has been very active in keeping theRAA in the loop regarding changes thegovernment is planning to make to theaccreditation process of rebatable providers. It isthrough our involvement with the FNTT that theRAA have been invited to consultation forums heldacross Australia.The FNTT is also in continuing discussions withinsurance companies to find us cheaper but morecomprehension insurance that does not haveexclusion clauses.3. Constitution Sub-CommitteeThis sub-committee is progressing in its work toclarify the constitution. It is anticipated that a reportwill be given to the Board at the Septembermeeting. Any vote on the constitution will beconducted at the AGM during the NSW conferencein 2008.4. Policy and Procedure ManualsThe Board has been working toward defining allthe roles taken by the Board members. These arebeing collated into a document that will be updatedas necessary. It is anticipated that this will helpBy Anne Young, Vice Presidentnew directors understand their roles better.Currently the policy document is complete and theprocedures document will follow. This documentwill be available on the web.5. FinanceAs reported by the company secretary at the Julyteleconference, the finances of the company are ingood order. The Board has directed the companysecretary to disengage our current auditor andseek a new auditor. This is a result of difficultiesthe Board had in accessing our current auditor atthe time of the South Australian Conference andthe 2006 AGM. The new Finance Committee isfunctioning well.6. Yellow PagesJennifer Hill has been asked by the Board torationalise all the various Yellow Pages accountsacross Australia into a single account and singleaccounts representative. This is a result of theprohibitive cost of Yellow Pages advertising to thecompany.7. Web SiteThe RAA web page is now back up and running.Our original web host gave us no warning that hewas going to cease hosting our site. JamesFlaxman has been working many hours to find anew host and to ensure that all parts of the site areworking properly. Many of the original files had tobe rebuilt. James is to be congratulated that thesite is up and running again as he has put manyVOLUNTEER hours into this project to thedetriment of his business and family.8. National Training PackageThe Board understands that the package iscomplete and ready for purchase. AccreditedTraining bodies will start delivering the package assoon as they are able. Currently there isdiscussion regarding hours attached to thepackage. My understanding is that this applies onlyto training bodies receiving Government money toimplement the package (not private schools).Maternity Reflexology:Workshops and Certificate CourseDeveloped by Susanne Enzer.Facilitated by Lyndall Mollart2x 2 day workshopsStatement of Attendance or Leadingto Certificate of CompetencyWorkshops currently conducted inQld, NSW, Victoria, WA and NewZealand.Visit: www.maternity-reflexology.netFor dates and venuesEmail: lyndall@maternity-reflexology.netFOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007 11

Reflexology Association of AustraliaHERSTORYOF THE WOMEN’S CYCLESYCLES AND REFLEXOLOGYby Lyndall Mollart - RN. RM. Ma Mid. Dip. ReflexologyHormones of FertilityHormones are chemical messengers that preservebody homeostasis by co-ordinating and regulating theactivities of other cells, tissues, organs and systems. 1The woman’s hormonal and reproductive systems arecontrolled and initiated, as with the man, by the pituitarygland which is located at the base on the brain. I willfirstly briefly describe the magic interplay of the fourmain hormones of fertility: Oestrogen, Progesterone,Luteinizing Hormone (LH) and Follicle StimulatingHormone (FSH) as shown in diagram 1.Diagram 1. Normal 28 day menstrual cycle (Enzer2004). Menstruation is counted as Day 1 of the cycle.Ovulation occurs 14 days before menstruation.Oestrogens are ovarian hormones and are responsiblefor the secondary sex characteristics (typical femaleshape, axillary and pubic hair, breast/uterus/vaginagrowth and development, and early maturation ofbones) which appear in girls at the time of puberty.Oestrogens are also responsible for some of thechanges which occur during the menstrual cycle and inpregnancy. 2,3 During the menstrual cycle oestrogenshelp to control the follicle phase of the menstrual cycle.FSH from the anterior pituitary gland causes theovarian follicles to grow and stimulates the productionof oestrogen.As the levels of oestrogen rises, it inhibits furtherproduction of FHS but stimulates the release of LH(from the anterior pituitary gland) which causes therelease of the ripest egg from its follicle at ovulation.When the level of oestrogen falls at the end of thesecretory phase of the cycle, the feedback mechanismrecommences. At the time of ovulation, the cervixsoftens and rises and its opening widens, cervicalmucus increases and becomes thinner to facilitate thepassage of the sperm. Also there is premenstrualretention of water and electrolytes. 2,3Progesterone is also an ovarian hormone released bythe corpus luteum after ovulation for a period ofapproximately 12 days. During the menstrual cycleprogesterone causes: a slight rise in body temperatureat the time of ovulation, cervical mucus to lessen andthicken, secretory changes in the endometrium inpreparation for the reception of a fertilised ovum, theovary to stop releasing eggs and premenstrualretention of water and electrolytes. 2,3FSH governs the development of the graafian folliclewithin the ovary and the formation of oestrogens bythe follicle. 2LH governs the development of the corpus luteum.The corpus luteum is the ruptured graafian folliclewhich changes with the multiplying granulosa cells andfunctions as a endocrine gland with the formation ofoestrogens and progesterone for 12-16 days, afterwhich it degenerates if fertilisation has not occurred.Within the next 48 hours menstruation occurs. 2,3Individual women may have menstrual cycles that varyfrom much shorter to much longer than norm,however, ovulation is nearly always about 14 daysbefore the next period. 2,3 The menstrual cycle isgenerally the length of a lunar month – not calendarmonth. The hypothalamus and pituitary gland areresponsive to increased levels of light such as that ofthe full moon, so it’s no accident that the menstrualcycles are generally over 28 days (4 week). 1,3Menstrual cycle, moons and calendarsAccording to Sjooa and Mor (1987) menstruationmeans ‘moon change’ and ‘mind change’ 4 whichfamily members can agree on as many womenReiki WorkshopsWith Jacqui BushellReiki I, II & IIIADec 7-9Reiki Master levelNov 23-25Wentworth Falls Retreat$385 incl. meals, tuition and accommodation0247 827786vibrationalessence@aapt.net.au12FOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007

Reflexology Association of AustraliaHERSTORYOF THE WOMEN’S CYCLESYCLES AND REFLEXOLOGYby Lyndall Mollart - RN. RM. Ma Mid. Dip. Reflexologyexperience mood swings and mind changes as theynears their ‘period’ time. If we look deeper the Sanskritword “moon” is a measurement and the same rootword as ‘month’, ‘menstrual’, ‘menopause’ and ‘mind’.The moon and women cycle on a regular basis(whether they wish to or not!). 4 It is interesting to notethat women established the first calendar, marking timevia the menstrual cycle! Davis and Leonard 5 remindsus that pre-literate women cut notches on sticks toestablish lunar months; and the ancient Mayans andChinese women developed lunar calendars over 3thousand years ago. The lunar calendar has 13months - in contrast to the 12 month Julian calendarwe use today. 5Whether we are looking at birth, death or any of thecycles which women experience in between, there isso much more to explore than many people are awareof. For this article I have concentrated on the menstrualcycle, and some of the resulting cycling conditions thatoccur. I will discuss the use of the reflexologytechnique “Endocrine Balance” as described bySusanne Enzer 6 .Herstory or HistoryNew analyses of old evidence means we need to reevaluateour present belief around the ‘herstory’ (ratherthan ‘history’) of women’s blood and the menstrualcycle. The word ‘taboo’ is sometimes associated withmenstruation, and Judy Grahn (1993) shows that theword comes from a Polynesian word meaning both“sacred” and “”menstruation”. Sarah Wickhamproposes we consider “how different it must have beento live in a society where having periods wereconsidered sacred” (p10). 4Interpretation of history suggests that menstruatingwomen were and are still, to this day in some cultures,segregated from the rest of society because they aredirty. But what if they separated themselves becausethey understood how magical they were and wanted totap into that magic in an all-female environment? 4Many cultures celebrated this segregation whichallowed women to rest and recuperate from hard workfor a few days each month, enabling them to have areally good time with their women friends. 4,5 .Ourmodern culture still seems to have far more wordswhich seem negative to describe ‘periods’, reinforcingthe idea that menstruating and bleeding is notsomething to be proud of: ‘the curse’, ‘on the rag’, or‘surfing the crimson way’. Yet, it is amazing thatmenstrual blood was often alluded to “as a flower yet tobear fruit, but containing the soul of the future” 5 (p137).While modern times and scientific thinking broughtgreat improvements to some aspects of people’s lives,many of the advances of modernity are double-edgedswords. Women’s lives have been saved incomplicated childbirth or pathological gynaecologicalsituations, , but we have lost the Mystery and Magic. 5What are we teaching our young women about themagic of womanhood and cycles? Young girls watchTV advertisements for ‘sanitary products’ which willhide away their blood from the rest of the world andallow them to carry on ‘normally’, as if nothing ishappening! 4 Do they wonder why the liquid used todemonstrate the absorbency of the products is neverred?In school classes young adults learn about hormonesand the menstrual cycle in terms of tissue proliferationand tissue shedding in a dry and technical manner(such as this article’s opening paragraphs) and not inrelation to the different feelings women mightexperience at different times of their cycle, or how theirways of thinking and being might change throughoutthe month. 4,5 They are also shown “pictures straightout of medical textbooks, showing cross-sections ofwomen’s reproductive systems, quite divorced fromthe hormones and feelings which conducted theorchestra of their cycles”(p35). 4 Susanne Enzer had agreat vision and developed the concept (and video) ofthe “Hormone hat” to show young people (and olderones too!) what is happening during the cycle of awoman’s life physically and emotionally, from child tomatriarch. Anyone who has been lucky enough to viewthis amazing video appreciates Sue’s talent incombining humour, art and science to show how thehormones of fertility have a profound affect not only onwomen, but also on their men folk, families andfriends! 6Davis and Leonard 5 advocate that the “manner inwhich the menarche transition is experienced hasmuch to do with the degree of confidence andindependence a woman finds in subsequent stages ofadult life” (p16). How does the journey of puberty feelto a young woman who is on this journey today? Is itsomething to be celebrated like Davis and Leonard 5suggests with menarche rites - ceremonies whichsome mothers organise for their daughter’s firstmenstrual period? Or, is it something dirty that needsto be hidden away? If this is the accepted perceptionby many, it’s not surprising that many women have‘difficult’ or painful menstrual cycles.Society needs to start thinking about women’s cyclesdifferently. Some women are seeking to reclaim theirfemininity from male-based concepts and return to amore natural approach. They are getting more in touchwith natural cycles and other ways of experiencing therhythms of life 4 and dancing with their hormones. 7Wickham 4 suggests possible ways to celebrate andacknowledge the sacred time by: taking a regularmonthly break (possibly by moon lodging) only forwomen, a time when they ‘go inside’ in order toregroup and ready themselves for the next loop of theircycle (spiral), to take time out to learn more about whothey are and what is important to them and to considerwhere they want to go to next.FOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007 13

Reflexology Association of AustraliaHERSTORYOF THE WOMEN’S CYCLESYCLES AND REFLEXOLOGYby Lyndall Mollart - RN. RM. Ma Mid. Dip. ReflexologySome Cycling ConditionsPMT/PMSDeviations in menstrual cycles are seen as medicalissues - again underlying the way this is viewed inmodern society. Perhaps the most well known diseaseof the menstrual cycle is the so-called premenstrualtension (PMT) or pre-menstrual syndrome(PMS). 4 Hippocrates thought the cause of PMT was a‘wandering uterus’ somehow disturbing the brain on itsjourney around the body. A strategy used was to burnincense at the vaginal opening to entice it back! 3However, in more recent times, Francesca Naish 3proposes PMS is “usually too little progesterone, andis critically linked with the production of prostaglandins,which in turn is linked with the availability of certainnutrients” (p193). It can also be the time to beforthright and tell the truth and get away with it! 5In many cultures, women are convinced their PMS ispsychological or psychiatric and they may bepersuaded by friends, doctors or media pressure totake anti-depressants or tranquilisers. If it is hormonal,then women are sold synthetic hormones to artificiallycure the dis-ease. Unfortunately, western culture doesnot value women’s cycles and resorts to labellingthese differences as wrong or pathological, rather thanas variations of normal. 4 Also the pharmaceuticalcompanies stand to lose immense amounts of moneyif the number of women seeking alternative naturalremedies increases and if women realise just howmuch power they hold as consumers. 4Dysmenorrhoea or ‘painful periods’ can be the resultof contractions and cramping of uterine muscle.Metaphysical aspect could be when women releasethe expectations that others have of them, and thatthey have of themselves. Women often find theirsymptoms reduce or go away completely (p61). 4Menorrhagia is heavy or excessive menstrual flowwhich could be caused by many reasons -miscarriage, fibroids, endometriosis, blood disordersand cancer to name a few. It can also lead toanaemia. 3,6 Metaphysical aspect could be “tears offrustration as the feminine part of the individual isdenied its creative expression. 6Irregular periods occur when they are longer orshorter than 28 days. However, personal assessmentof regularity varies enormously. Irregular cycles canbe due to external things such as stress, travel acrosstime zones, ill health, diet and dramatic weightchanges, fasting or drugs (medical and recreational).External things will usually lengthen the cycle, i.e,delay in ovulation. 314FOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007

Reflexology Association of AustraliaHERSTORYOF THE WOMEN’S CYCLESYCLES AND REFLEXOLOGYby Lyndall Mollart - RN. RM. Ma Mid. Dip. ReflexologyAmenorrhoea is an absence of menstrual periods andlack of ovulation for more than 6 months. 3 The causescould be hormonal, excessive exercise, malnutritionand certain medical conditions. Metaphysical aspectcould be “a disconnection of the feminine side as itwas not accepted within the world in which they live”. 6There are many strategies and natural remedies thatassist with these conditions such as yoga, dietarychanges, vitamins and minerals, herbal remedies andacupressure points. To discuss all these is beyond thescope of this article, so I will only discuss thereflexology technique Endocrine Balance. Forinformation on the other strategies, there are manybooks that you can read including Francesca Naish’sbook - “Natural Fertility”.Reflexology - Endocrine BalanceThis reflexology technique (Endocrine Balance)purpose is to balance the entire endocrine systemincluding the hypothalamus, pineal, pituitary gland(anterior and posterior), thyroid/parathyroid, thymus,pancreas, adrenals, ovaries/ testes. This powerful butpainless technique can be used on women, men andchildren with any condition where there is animbalance of hormones, i.e, diabetes,hyper/hypothyroid and deviations in hormones offertility as mentioned above as well as miscarriage,pregnancy and menopause. This technique can beused with any reflexology session, preferably right atthe end.The Endocrine Balance works on three levels -physically, emotionally and energetically. To accessthe physical energies, the reflexologist uses firmpressure for treatment or relaxation techniques. Theemotions and feelings are recorded in the feet in thesoft tissues (lines, hard skin); as fluids (dry or sweatyfeet, swollen); and the attitudes of the feet. So, toaccess the emotions and feelings, the reflexologistuses a very light touch for treatment or relaxationtechniques. 6 The etheric energies are always around.Although they are usually invisible to most people,sometimes they can be seen as colours. To accessthe subtle energies which are not of a physical nature,the reflexologist uses sensing techniques and shouldbe open to intuition. 6Reflexology uses the concept of 10 longitudinal zonesalong which the reflexology impulses pass both feet.A perception of many reflexologists is that energy alsomoves across the space between the feet - theinterface between left and right. In this EndocrineBalance, the space is termed the O-zone. 6 SusanneEnzer 6 describes that the reflexology EndocrineBalance uses all the above mentioned concepts - “itbegins by physically stimulating the reflex zones, andthen using a light touch to inform the senses that thesystem is working together. It continues by using theO-zone to balance left and right and finishes withintention from the practitioner for balance and harmony”(p30).Last quoteMy last quote comes from Sarah Wickham 4 as shereminds women not to forget how valuable they are tothemselves as well as others - “we forget how well ourbodies carry out their responsibilities…. And we forgethow much the world depends on us. If we could onlyremember how very valuable, powerful and essential weare to the running of the planet, and how well our bodieswork to enable us to do all of these things, I suspect thateverything else would probably follow” (p173). 4Let’s Dance with Hormones!References1. Athony & Kolthoff. 1975. Textbook of Anatomy andPhysiology. (9 th Ed). CV Mosby: Saint Louis.2. Sweet B. 1988. Mayes’ Midwifery: a textbook for midwives.11 th Ed. Bailliere Tindall: London.3. Naish F. 2005. Natural Fertility. 4 th ed. Milner: Sydney4. Wickham S. 2004. Sacred cycles: the spiral of women’swellbeing. Free Association Books: London5. Davis E & Leonard C. 1997. The women’s wheel of life:thirteen archetypes of women at her fullest power. Hodder& Stoughton: Rydalmere, NSW.6. Enzer S. 2004. Maternity Reflexology Manual. Soul to SoleReflexology: SydneyTraditional Reiki 1Classeson the NSW Central Coastby Usui Reiki MasterWhen: 27 & 28 October 200724 & 25 November 2007Venue:Workshop includes:Cost:Centred Self HealingKillarney Vale, NSW• Attunement• Colour Therapy• Practical• CPT points• Certificate• Auras• Notes$250.00 including GSTContact: Lyn WareingPhone: 02.4353.0979FOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007 15

Reflexology Association of AustraliaSTATEMATTERS16Ah Queensland….FREEZING one day andrather chilly the next!We’re having a fabulouswinter. For once, wehave been able to wearjumpers, scarves, bootsand even coats (!!) for acouple of months ratherthan the usual week or two. It’s been cooler thanusual in the south east (the coldest July for 66 years)with inland frosts – golly! Overnight temperatures insingle digits – quite unnerving! But glorious days, soenergising! (However, could someone could pleasesend us some rain.)Not a lengthy report from Queensland this time aroundwhich, given the frenetic activities of the previousquarter, may well be a good thing. After all, we are allsupposed to relax, revive and restore!The June Annual General Meeting gave us our newline-up of committee members who are graciouslyoffering their time, energy and expertise to help furtherthe development and promotion of reflexology.Our state directors are Libby Stark and Ian Gilbert.Vicky Protheroe is Chairperson, Claire Goldstein isVice-Chairperson, Gail Mercer is Treasurer, LyndelGodden is Secretary. We also have Alyson McRitchieas Special Events Co-ordinator, Education Coordinatorsare Wendy Lockett and Galmia BoumBletterman and our Queensland “What’s Afoot”Newsletter Editor is Sarah Robinson. Three cheerseveryone!We were also thrilled and proud to hear that ourdelightful Libby Stark is now President of the RAA.Rousing cheers this time everyone!The Mind Body Spirit Festival provided us with theopportunity to demonstrate the power of reflexology ina meaningful way. The RAA stand was mobbed byeager punters! All volunteer practitioners were busyfor the three days of the Festival, which was not onlysatisfying professionally but also practically, given thatthe exercise returned a profit. (As an aside, it alsogave this author her very first “bona fide” paying clientfor her recently launched reflexology business whichwas an unexpected bonus.) As you give, so shall youreceive….Our July meeting was, as usual, fun and informative.We heard about the new committee members and theAGM, applauded Pat McLean on gaining anOutstanding Achievement Award and listened withgreat interest to a talk on Fibromyalgia by HeatherEdwards.\With visits to Brisbane by Ted Jedynak (FootMobilisation) in August, Dr Martine Faure-Aldersen(Craniosacral Reflexology) in September, ChrisStormer (Feet Glorious Feet) in October plus theInternational Cairns Conference, we have theopportunity to network, have fun, learn a great dealand earn lovely CPT points!Eileen WallaceNew faces and newenergy in the Victoriancommittee, mixed withsome experiencedmembers, is pavingthe way in Victoria forwhat we are hoping tobe an exciting yearwith new experiencesand new challenges. We welcome the newmembers, as well as the new state director, RauiriO’Duil who will work closely with our other statedirector Jennifer Hill.It is always exciting at the dawn of something new,and as a new committee we look forward to havingthe opportunity to continue to grow and moveforward. Although we do not currently have a chair,nonetheless the passion within our new committee isstrong.Over the next 12 months we are hoping to increasethe number of members we have, increase thenumber of members attending the meeting, utilisethe website more to allow members easier access toinformation, provide some exciting courses and bethere for our members in a number of other ways.Looking back on the year that was, a number of verymemorable courses were run, especially the highlysuccessful Chinese Acupressure Course with JohnYuen. Thanks to the efforts of Deborah Johnston, wealso held a highly successful trip to China - a trip thatis now likely to become a regular event.Thank you to all who contributed in the last 12months, and we look forward to the next 12 months.Jeanette FriendFree Books !!!!Do you have any great ideas for new stationery items for theAssociation, flyers, brochures, forms etc etcMaybe you have some great photos suitable forthe cover of FootPrints????• We would like to invite you to submit them to yourbranch director for consideration.• If they are feasible and affordable you could winyourself a book voucher valued at *$50• to spend through Reflexology World.(*$30 for a winning photo)This offer ends at Christmas.Send Ideas, Photos or suggestions to your:State Branch DirectorFOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007

Reflexology Association of AustraliaSTATEMATTERSOn behalf of myself,State Committee andmembers of the WABranch, I would like tocongratulate all newlyelected members to therelevantStateCommittees andNational Board. Overhere in the West, wehave a rather largecommittee this year due to having more than oneperson for several of the positions. We elected to dothis in order to ‘share the load’ and hopefully this willwork out well for all concerned.We had a good turn-out for our ABM and for our ‘StudyDay’ component we talked about various aspects ofworking in aged care. June saw us at the EverywomanExpo where our band of volunteers did, as always, areally wonderful job. The people that you get to meet atthese events are quite varied, some are locals, someare here on holiday and some have come to work herefor a while. Generally they are all very interesting to talkto and it makes the time just fly by.July again saw us in Mandurah for our first generalmeeting and Study Day after the ABM. The topic for theday was ‘Allergies’. Mandurah is always a popularevent and Chris Aubrey, our member from the Peelregion (outside metro area), always manages to comeup with a good subject and sources interesting speakersto talk about the given topic. All this takes place at thelovely Mandurah Quays Resort set overlooking theestuary.We have a committee meeting on August 8th which isbeing held at my home in Kalamunda and our nextgeneral meeting/study day will be in October – venueand topic are still to be finalised. Our Education Officersare presently processing questionnaires that have beengiven out at previous meetings in an effort to select newand relevant topics for future Study Days.In September we will have our long awaited workshopwith Hanne Marquardt which is being held at theMandurah Quays Resort and we are looking forward tothat.Our monthly Coffee Discussion Group has proved to bevery popular and we are now trying to get it up andrunning in different areas. These ‘discussions’ allowmembers to share their knowledge or ask questions onthings they don’t know or perhaps aren’t sure about inrelation to different aspects of Reflexology in a relaxed,friendly and informal setting.Matters with our Stroll Path are progressing slowly. TheBelmont City Council are very excited about the conceptof having a Stroll Path and want to include it into anarea down by the Swan River that has been earmarkedfor beautifying. Ursula Ladzinski and I were supposedto have a meeting with our council contacts at the endof July - regrettably this had to be cancelled.A friend and fellow Reflexologist has this stuck on abathroom mirror in her home:YOU ARE LOOKING AT THE PERSONRESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR GOOD HEALTHI do hope that you will all remember that and take veryspecial care of that person.Valerie DewarNSW has started backin full swing after thechange over from thelast committee to thepresent one. Ourchange over meetingheralded an era ofadjustments for theNSW Branch as it had tobe cancelled at the last minute due to a freak storm thatdevastated most of Sydney. The following week asmany of both the outgoing and incoming committeemembers met at Misha Frankel’s home to conduct abelated changeover meeting. Many thanks to thosewho were able to make it as it exemplified a wonderfulsense of dedication and commitment. At present inNSW we have no Education or Publicity officers and noofficial Chairperson on the Executive but rather a groupof Committee members who are trying to advance thename of Reflexology in NSW by standing in as ActingChairperson on a rotating basis. I, for one, amimmensely impressed as we are all obviously very busywith our own concerns as well as service toReflexology, the Branch and all the NSW members.We have already had another great meeting in July atwhich Michelle MacGregor spoke eloquently aboutAura Soma and the Committee has lined up otherinteresting speakers for the General meetingsthroughout the next 10 months. Thanks to Michelle andher products (notably pink pomander) those present leftthe venue feeling fabulous. Our meetings are held atthe Crows Nest Community Centre on the 3 rd Tuesdayevery month and interstate or overseas members arevery welcome.At a Branch level we are introducing students to theadvantages of Reflexology Association membershipearly on in their studies by more frequent talks at theColleges. Our Conference Committee is well on itsway, booking venues and speakers creating theinfrastructure needed for a fantastic 2008 Conference,ably co-ordinated by Barbara O’Keefe. We have plansin place for World Reflexology Week and progress isbeing made with developing Reflexology paths inSydney. It is certainly a very exciting time to beinvolved with the Association and Reflexology generallyin NSW as people are becoming much more aware ofthe benefits of this wonderful modality.Kerrie BaldockFOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007 17

Facial Reflexology is thebrainchild of LoneSorensen, evolving overthe course of her 29 yearsexperience as acomplementary healththerapist.The face has fascinatedLone for reasons of itsproximity to the brain.Early experimentation using foot reflexology and facialacupressure on children with special needs yielded suchremarkable results that it started Lone on a quest todevelop a healing therapy on the face that has earnedher three honorary awards from theArgentinean office of the World HealthOrganization in 2001.Facial Reflexology is a marriage ofseveral healing systems: the orientalmeridians, acupuncture points, SouthAmerican facial maps and clinicalneurology. Utilizing these systems onthe face also addresses four of our fivesenses: smell, hearing, sight, and touch.Lone began her study of reflexology inDenmark in 1978 where she wasamongst the first to study the discipline.She also studied acupuncture and lasertherapy then ran a clinic and school inDenmark for about ten years. She wasalways very interested in facial acupressure pointsbecause of the success of her work with children withhyperactivity and learning difficulties. With them, sheused a combination of 16 facial pressure points andreflexology on the feet. She also felt disappointed withthe lack of results from foot and hand reflexology whentrying to treat certain conditions. She found that workingon the face gave results more quickly. Lone believes thatfacial reflexology is so effective because it works in suchclose proximity to the brain and central nervous system.Lone moved to Argentina, to find that reflexology wascompletely unknown there. She began to practice andteach reflexology and zone therapy on the feet, handsand face. While visiting a town called Cophau in themountains between Argentina and Chile, she noticedAmerican Indian women practicing a form of facial zonetherapy. It was from these women that she learned thefacial reflexology technique which she now uses as adiagnostic tool. Lone remained in Argentina for twelveand a half years during which time she founded threereflexology schools.During further travels in Cuba, Lone learned a systemusing 564 nerve points and 31 acupressure points in theface, which she combined with the technique learned inCophau. She also met Dr Chun, a Vietnamese doctor,who worked with the oriental system of charting the faceto reflect body organs and systems. She then18FACIALREFLEXOLOGYReflexology Association of Australiaby Sue Ehinger, NSWincorporated his methods andexperience into hertreatments.Following her research Lonebegan to work with the DrPhillipe Pinel Institute inBuenos Aires, developing newtherapies for brain-damagedchildren. With a system calledStimulation Temprana (earlystimulation) Lone has achieved excellent results. Shenever claims to be able to cure, but she has been able tohelp patients who were unable to walk, talk or eat to gainor regain these faculties - thus greatly improving theirquality of life.She has also helped coma patients, andpeople suffering with such conditions asMultiple Sclerosis, Downs Syndrome, andMotor Neuron Disease; the more seriousthe disease or condition, the more intensethe treatment.Her current method of facial reflexologyand face mapping has been developedover twenty-three years of work withclients. It combines the followingtechniques to provide an holistic andcomprehensive treatment:1. Acupressure to stimulate nerveendings, the meridians, the bloodcirculation and lymphatic drainage.2. American Indian Zone Therapy to stimulate thenervous system and identify any blockages orirregularities within the body systems.3. Vietnamese Traditional Medicine to stimulate thegeneral release of tension in facial reflexes and theclearing of any blockages within corresponding vitalbody organs.4. The Vietnamese System to stimulate:a) the brain cortex to improve movement in thephysical limbsb) the brain cortex to improve the function of thesensesc) the brain cortex to relieve pain, and to improvepain controld) the brain cortex to improve the generalpsychological state5. The map of the muscles, tendons, joints and spinalchord are stimulated through using the zonal map ofthe physical body.6. Facial acupressure points to stimulate lymphaticdrainage.7. Balancing the psychological “Body”.The basic treatment procedure comprises these sevenbasic steps as well as up to six additional protocolswhich are used to tailor an individual treatment sessionfor the client’s health requirements. A treatment beginswith rotation work on thirty-five facial points, each ofwhich fulfills three criteria: they are an acupuncture point,FOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007

Reflexology Association of Australiaimportant blood circulation area and alsorich in nerve endings.There then follows an assessment of theentire surface of the face (except the eyelids) for deposits within the deeper dermislayer of the skin. A slow, deep massagingmovement explores facial body maps,(based on those used in the Andes by anomadic tribe called Mapuches). Thesemaps are aligned with neurologically richareas of the face that also connect with thevarious systems of the body. A five-scalegrading system is used to assess the worstof the deposits and the area concerneddictates the focus of the rest of a treatmentsession.Lone categorizes these deposits as follows:1st Grade: "Sand"-like grit in facial zone - not seriousindicates usual tension in body system or along relevantmeridian.2nd Grade: "Rice"-like grit in facial zone - indicatesconsiderable tension in body system or along relevantmeridian and should not be allowed to get worse.3rd Grade: Swelling or tenderness in facial zoneindicates a problem in the corresponding body zone ormeridian.4th Grade: "Pearl"-like lump in facial zone - indicatespotentially serious health problem in the correspondingbody system or along relevant meridian.5th Grade: "Stone"-like lump in facial zone - indicatesserious health problem in the corresponding bodysystem or along relevant meridian.Stimulation follows, using three oriental facial maps thataddress the nervous system and physical bodyculminating in the seventh and last stage of thetreatment – a delicious harmonizing face massage thatunites the mental, physical and emotional aspects.Additional procedures include the use of cranial lines,acu-points, hormonal balancing, a choice of 564 facialFACIALREFLEXOLOGYby Sue Ehinger, NSWnerve points and muscle stimulation.At the same time, a stimulation of theneuro-biological system and the centralnervous system is performed bypressing specific points along meridians,and on zones stimulating the blood flow.As a primary effect a deep relaxation isproduced and, at the same time, arelaxation is achieved in the muscularsystem as well as in the nervoussystem.The face refexologist is trained usingRose Mosqueta oil from the Andesbecause of its healing properties. Thisoil has no aroma so Rose essence isadded for its aromatherapy qualities, appealing to thesense of smell. Music therapy is used to stimulate theauditory sense, (principally that of Mozart, Schubert andVerdi). The twelve Chinese Meridians are colour-codedand within a treatment session form an important visualstimulus. Finally, it is the sense of touch, that of thetherapist’s fingers and the client’s sensations during atreatment which is most important, as it is through thesense of touch that an assessment of the client’s healthstatus is made.At the RiEN conference in Ireland last year, I wasprivileged to hear Lone present a talk on FacialReflexology and also to attend a mini workshop givenby her partner, Marcel where he demonstrated Lone’stechniques. It was fascinating. With skilled fingers, hepalpated the face of his ‘client’, locating the zoneswhich indicated the root cause of symptoms and whichindicated the required treatment procedure. Thetreatment looked so relaxing that we all wished we hadhad the opportunity to be the demo model, whoreported afterwards that the treatment had felt"stimulating" and "very pleasant". She said that,although it may have looked as though the pressurewas firm, it never felt at all uncomfortable.FOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007 19

Reflexology Association of AustraliaGETTINGTO KNOWYOU(Recently In Busselton)What initiallydrew you to doreflexology?A great fascinationwith the therapy! Iwas living inScarborough atthe time and saw asign on anoticeboardadvertising anintroduction course to this previously unheard oftherapy in the far-away suburb of Balga. I wentwithout any hesitation.How long have you been practising?For over 25 years. Most of this time was while I wasliving in Broome (17 years). Because I was the onlyknown reflexologist basically in the whole Kimberley, Ibecame known as simply the “Foot Lady”.Where is your practice?At the moment it is “wherever we pull up” as myhusband and I travel around Australia. Our 36 footmotor home is adorned with relevant signage and Ialso place a “sandwich board” in front of the bus. Wehave stayed working one or two years in a communityso I still have regular clients.Do you offer a mobile reflexology service?Yes, I will take my equipment to someone’s house bycar if they can’t get to me.On average, how many clients do you see eachweek?A difficult one to answer, as it used to be constantlybetween 15 and 25 a week when I had my little clinicin Broome, but one long weekend whilst in Kalbarri afew years ago I worked on about 30 clients in threedays and last year whilst managing a caravan park, Ionly had time to do 3 clients during the whole year!Other than last year’s “forced drought” with mytherapy, I could safely say that in the past 25 years Iwould have averaged 8 clients a week.Do you have a specific style of reflexology?Yes I do. After I picked up the basic techniques andbackground in Perth I then moved to Broome, so I wasself-taught to a very large degree. I prefer to work onthe dry skin of the feet and only apply cream at thecompletion, more for relaxation. I find that my fingerspick up a lot more information and the reflexes can“speak” to me more clearly without having the creamas a barrier. It perhaps has been harder on my fingersin the long term, but it is very difficult for me to work onfeet using cream right from the beginning. I follow aset pattern/working order as I work around the feet.20INTRODUCINGILMOT - WALINDAWILMOTDo you have a specific area of expertise/interest?Almost by accident I began having some outstandingresults using foot reflexology in helping a lot of womenwith fertility/hormonal/menstrual/birthing issues. Manytimes women in Broome who were overdue for thebirth of their baby would come and have their feetdone and many times their labour started naturallywithin 12 hours. As most Broome women had to travel200 kms to the hospital in Derby for any medicalintervention/inducement back then, they were veryhappy with this outcome. I was sometimes called for asession at very odd times! I gained a lot moreconfidence in using reflexology like this when one ladydid not go into labour, even after I had done her feetthree or four times in as many days. The doctorsfinally sent her down to Perth and when her son wasfinally born it was realised that she must have got herdates wrong as the baby was actually early! Althoughthere are many other times that this great therapy hashelped many clients with other complaints, I have beenmost passionate in this particular area.What courses have you attended recently that youfound to be useful to your practice?The 2004 National Conference in Fremantle was veryexciting for me as it was really the first time I actuallyhad first-hand dealings with other practitioners and theworkshops and networking was invaluable to me. Ihold a Diploma in Reflexology which I obtainedthrough the WA School of Reflexology about 10 yearsago.Do you combine any other modalities with yourreflexology treatments?Yes, I always use Reiki energy as I work and ammindful of certain essential oils to add to either theinitial bathing water or to my creams.Where do you want to see reflexology in the healthsystem?As an accepted and respected part of using it both asa diagnostic and therapeutic/preventative tool. I seeits primary use as being a tool to simply relax theperson, but once the body is relaxed, it can get on withits own job of healing itself. I feel reflexology’s benefitscan be utilised to assist with the birth and during theprecious years of a child’s growth. It can be used as acontinuing health boost and as a real benefit in ahospice situation. The wonderful therapeutic use oftouch cannot be emphasised enough.What is your greatest moment with reflexology?Another difficult one as I have truly had many!Perhaps it could have been when I was teaching thismodality in Broome and at the end of the workshopeveryone was able to do a full session on each other.To see 6 or 8 people lost in their thoughts as theyworked on their friend’s foot and just enjoying thegiving or receiving whilst beautiful music was playingwas very, very satisfying.FOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007

Reflexology Association of AustraliaGETTINGTO KNOWYOUWhat was the most difficult situation/biggestchallenge you found yourself in as a reflexologist?Approaching the medical doctors and hospital staff inBroome to get permission to work on clients of minewho had asked for a reflexology session whilst inhospital. I’m glad to say the outcome was verysuccessful and led me to being part of the KimberleyCancer Council group and working on cancer patients -PLUS their carers.If you could pick anyone in the world, who wouldmost like to give a reflexology treatment to?Without a doubt, Nelson Mandela and the Dalai Lama.What could you not live without?Not really sure on this one. On a practical level it wouldhave to be my gluten and lactose-free food. On adeeper level, I can only say the emotion of LOVE Iguess.And finally, what advice would you give to newgraduates of reflexology?Don’t worry too much about trying to develop the “right”technique according to someone else - your own stylewill develop easily as you relax and go along. Andnever presume that the reflexes in one foot should feelthe same as in the other corresponding reflex in theother foot - just accept and trust what your fingers find.Enjoy the journey - its rewards are endless!INTRODUCINGRUAIRIO’DUIL- VICTORIAHi All,My name is RuairiO’Duil. I’m therecently electedState Director forVictoria. I’m Irishand migrated toWilliamstown,Melbourne fromDublin, Irelandlast Septemberwith my wife,Karen, anaccountant, (but Idon’t hold thatagainst her, and itcan be handy attimes) and our 2 kids, boys aged 3 and 9.The decision to move to Australia prompted a generalre-evaluation of my life and what I do with it. Havingspent 10 years on a wide variety of beds, plinths,chairs and floors receiving an equally wide variety oftreatments, I eventually accepted that I had to allowmyself to follow the path that was calling me. I chosereflexology without ever having had a treatment,funnily enough. A great choice. I haven’t looked backsince, sideways a few times, but not back.Although I’m only recently qualified as a Reflexologist Ihave plenty of business experience. My background isin the print industry and I have owned and managedbusinesses since my 20’s. I have been in familycompanies, partnerships and finished up as a soletrader. I am well aware of the stresses of work life,having suffered most of them, and I like to think thatthis has given me a practical and common-senseattitude to life.My decision to sell my company, follow my heart in anew direction and career and transplant my familyhalfway around the world might suggest otherwise!! Ithink that it’s the best decision I’ve made for sometime!I chose to join the RAA Board because I want to helpthe profession of Reflexology. My experience ofReflexology here is that it doesn’t have the samerespect and awareness from the medical professionand the public in general as it does in Ireland and theUK and I want to help change that. I appreciate that Iam new to Australia and am going to need all the helpthat I can get but it’s important for all of us that wemove our profession forward. If you have anysuggestions please email me onreflexology@clearsky.ieFOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007 21

2007 CPT EDUCATIONEReflexology Association of AustraliaDate Presenter Training Title LocationOct.5 & 6Sharon Stathis Ayurvedic ReflexologySmart 1Perth - Anne Clark08 9332 4493Oct.6 & 7Jane Sheehan Foot Reading Workshop Melbournejane@footreading.comOct.7 & 8Sharon Stathis Ayurvedic ReflexologySmart 2Perth - Anne Clarke08 9332 4493Oct.13-14Jane Sheehan Foot Reading Workshop Perthjane@footreading.comOct.21 & 22Chris Stormer Feel at Homewith your FeetSydney - Sue Ehinger02 4976 3881Oct.27 & 28Chris Stormer Feet Glorious Feet Brisbane - Jan Williamsjanwilliams29@hotmail.comOct.27 & 28Usui Reiki Master Traditional Reiki 1 Classes Centred Self Healing - Killarney ValeNSW Central CoastLyn Wareing - 02 4353 0979Nov.3 & 4Norma Weaver andBruce StarkPostural Reduction andPost TechniqueSydney0400 368 971 or 0417 477 686Nov 10 Patricia Clune Personal Angels Sydney - Sue Ehinger - 02 4976 3881Nov.10 - 20Simon Gall1 day Thai Foot MassageCourseMandy French07 5545 3890Nov.23 - 25Jacqui Bushell Reiki Master Level Wentworth Falls Retreat0247 827786Nov.24 & 25Nov.24 & 25Dec.7 - 9Usui Reiki Master Traditional Reiki 1 Classes Centred Self Healing - Killarney ValeNSW Central CoastLyn Wareing - 02 4353 09 79Master Zhang Hao ‘Chi’ Acupressure02 9899 9823Weekend Workshop www.chihealing.com.auJacqui Bushell Reiki 1, 11 & 111A Wentworth Falls Retreat0247 82778622FOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007

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FOOTPRINTSJOURNALOURNALISSN 1039 – 2092Published by the Reflexology Association of Australia, LimitedReflexology Association of AustraliaGuidelines for ArticlesContributions of articles, case studies, book reviews, personalexperiences and letters to the Editor are welcome. The followingguidelines will be helpful if you are planning an article, as they willmake the editing and publishing process easier for all:1. Articles can be chatty and informal, or more formal andeducational. They must, however, be accurate, wellresearched and fully referenced (if applicable).2. Articles that have not been booked by the Editor for a specificissue will appear in an issued decided by the Editor, as spaceand topic allow. To appear in a specific issue an article mustbe submitted for consideration up to 3 months in advance ofthe issue date.3. Articles may be sent by email (in Text File or Word forWindows File) to the Assistant Editor. Faxed articles are notacceptable as they do not scan well. Pictures can be sent asTIF files, JPG files or PDF files.4. If an article has been previously published, written permissionfrom the author/other publication will be required. TheAssistant Editor must be informed if an article is currentlyunder consideration by another publication.5. Any graphics, diagrams, graphs and photographs that are notthe work of the author must be accompanied by writtenpermission by the original author for their use in FootPrints.6. The Assistant Editor reserves the right to make alterations toor reject an article for publication. Where substantial changeshave to be made, the Assistant Editor will show the final copyto the author, time permitting.7. Advertorials will not be accepted.Editorial Team ContactsEditor/Desktop PublishingRobyn Coslovich2 Prince CrescentSeaford Vic 3198Phone: (03) 9776 4992Mobile: 0413 411 408Email: robyn@gstc.org.auAssistant EditorJan Cullen23 Karranga AvenueKillara NSW 2071Phone: (02) 9296 3073Mobile: 0417 283 203Email: jan.cullen@mallesons.comAdvertising Co-ordinatorJudee HawkinsMobile: 0412 187 238Email: secretary@reflexology.org.auMailoutKerrie Baldock1 Chaleyer Street,Rose Bay, NSW 2029Phone: (02) 9371 4380Please mail booked inserts to thisaddressAdvertising PricesInside front and Inside back covers – Enquiries to Judee HawkinsAdvertising: Sizes and CostsDisplay:Current PriceFull page 26 cm deep x 18 cm wide $250 per issueHalf page 13 cm deep x 18 cm wide $137 per issueQuarter page 13 cm deep x 8.5 cm wide$ 75 per issueEighth page 6.5 cm deep x 8.5 cm wide$ 50 per issue♦ All rates include GST♦ Members of the Reflexology Association of Australia receive a10% discount on the above rates only.Inserts♦ Per A4 sheet: to all States $250♦ To an individual State $0.63 per copyFootPrints is distributed to approximately1,100 members Australia-wideAll Enquiries ContactAdvertising Co-ordinator: Judee HawkinsEmail: secretary@reflexology.org.au or Mobile: 0412 187 238.Advertising Policy♦ As only a limited number ofadvertisements and inserts can beaccepted it is advisable to bookearly♦ All advertisements including insertsmust be booked in advance and copyprovided to the Advertising Coordinator,Judee Hawkins, onsecretary@reflexology.org.au orMobile: 0412 187 238.♦ Firm arrangements for payment mustbe made for at the time of booking.♦ Display advertisements must besubmitted by the copy deadline (seebelow).♦ FootPrints is distributed at the end ofthe month of issue, i.e. March, June,September and December.COPYDEADLINESMarch Issue: February 1 June Issue: May 1September Issue: August 1 December Issue: November 124FOOTPRINTS SEPTEMBER 2007