volume xxvii no. 4 winter 2015 - therapeutic touch network ......niagara falls practice day/...

In This Issue...Meditation 2Listing, New Board Members 3Chair Report 3,4Introducing New Board Members 4,5, 6Meet the new inTouch Editor/ TT Quiz 6Teacher Liaison, Practitioner Liaison Reports 7Peterborough Hosts Mary Simpson 7Founders Award Presented to Sharron Parrott 8News From Muskoka South Practice Group 8Finance Committee Chair/ TT in Huntsville 9Website Report/ Donation Report 9Honor and Appreciation Report 10,11

Research: Quantum Theory 11Annual Event: Comments and Photographs 12, 13Seventh Annual “Inspiration and Echos” Retreat 14Questions and Answers 15Niagara Falls Practice Day/ Spotlight on Sandra Dixon 16Therapeutic Touch and Emotional Release 17Classes/ Cont Ed/ Practice Days Listings 18/19Chatham Enjoys ‘The Last Gift’ Class 19The Therapeutic Touch Word is Out - J.Cole 20,21Current News and Views- Crystal Hawk 22Recognized Teacher / Practice Group Listings 23 Annual Event Attendees 24

Sharron Parrott receiving her TTNO Founders Award at the Windsor Therapeutic Touch Practice Group Meeting, Tuesday November 10th, 2015

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Volume XXVII No. 4 Winter 2015

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This text may be used either aloud or silently during a session. Usedaloud, it helps a client to understand the flow of energy into their fieldand the result they might expect. It may also teach the client how tovisualize a fresh flow of energy when a practitioner is not available orduring distant Therapeutic Touch. Practising in private allows thepractitioner to be more comfortable during an actual treatmentsession.

Begin by suggesting to your client: “If you can, imagine you aresurrounded by an egg shaped sphere of light. Some call this personalspace, some people call it an aura. In Therapeutic Touch we call it a‘field’ and this field of yours contains light and energy from theuniverse, the same light and energy which sustains all living things. Ifwe are not very active, or feel unwell, the energy of the field canbecome congested and need to be refreshed. That’s what happens inTherapeutic Touch. Your field is refreshed and then, you can draw onthis fresh energy to make changes within your own body. That canhappen in the rest period following the treatment session. So if you’rewilling, let’s proceed.”

“If you can, in your imagination, see yourself surrounded by an egg-shaped sphere of light extending from above your head to below yourfeet. This sphere of light contains energy which sustains you just as itsustains all living things. This light and energy not only surrounds you,it also moves through you. You can use your own thoughts to guidethis light and energy into and around your body, to move you towardwellness. So imagine light coming in the top of that shape which isyour field, moving around your head, back and front and sides, movingslowly and gently down your neck and over your throat, the lightmoving over your shoulders... flowing down your arms... over yourhands and allowing any excess to drip off your fingers. Now, see thelight moving from the base of your throat down over your chest andknow that it moves down over your back as well... See it moving overyour ribs and over your waist both front and back. And being awarethat the light moves over your belly...over your hips, filling this fieldaround you with light... See it moving down over your thighs...overyour knees, and over your lower legs... over your feet and beyond ...and as it does, the energy that may be congested will move beyondthis field around you, move out the bottom of this sphere so that yourwhole body is surrounded in fresh light and energy.

And as you rest, know that inside your body, inside the organs andtissues and cells of your body, you will draw this surrounding energyand light into all parts of your body, to refresh and restore your vitality.And any excess that is not needed by your body will simply flow downand out the bottom of this shape that surrounds you... as you rest, yourbody will restore itself from this new supply. It will accept what it canand make use of this freshness to move you toward wellness in body,in mind and in spirit. So allow your body to simply rest for 15 to 20minutes. Let yourself rest in this freshness that has been supplied toyou from universal source. It is good for you to know that your healingwill continue for the next few minutes and beyond, as you rest. ”

Evelyn MacKay.

MEDITATION

We have not forgotten that we promised to include the TT Songin this newsletter. Alas, there is not room! Watch for it in the nextissue.


CHAIR'S COLUMN 2015 WINTER

It is my pleasure tointroduce myself as yournew Chair.

My LifeI am a retired nurse living in Huntsville on Peninsula Lake with myhusband. Two of our three children live in the area with all four of mygrandchildren and I feel so blessed to have them close to me.

I am a Recognized Teacher of Therapeutic Touch, review RPworkbooks and co-facilitate a Practice Group. Each year I facilitatethe annual Practice Day for the Muskoka practice groups. In the pastI served as Chair of the Practitioner Liaison Committee on the Boardof Directors. I served on the 2014 Fall Event Committee and co-chaired the 2015 Annual Event Committee. I present TherapeuticTouch in the community at Health Fairs, actively lobby for its use in localhospitals and long term care facilities and volunteer as much as possible.

My VisionBefore volunteering as the Chair of the Board of Directors for theTTNO, I thought about what that meant for me and how it tied inwith my personal values. I felt strongly that this was the right time forme to serve the members of the Network and the TTNO. I was leftwith one question to answer and I asked in the silence:

“What do we want the next phase of the TTNO to look like?”

This is what came to me and what I shared with those members whoattended the 2015 Annual Event and AGM.

“I Believe in Therapeutic Touch. The TTNO has a strong base, which has been built and shaped bymany Boards of Directors. Our retiring Board has done a fantasticjob of giving us written By-Laws, Teaching Guidelines, RecognizedPractitioner Guidelines and many key cornerstone documents, whichhave culminated in the TTNO Board of Directors Operations Manual.These have been carefully carved out with many, many hours ofdedication. Thank you. You are leaving the new Board with a goodfoundation on which the TTNO can continue to grow.

Each time there is a change in leadership, we bring new skills andtalents. I believe that the TTNO attracts the right people at the righttime for the right job. I am dedicated to Therapeutic Touch and thebasic assumptions and values. When we do TT, we open ourselvesup to the information in the field and trust what comes.

2015-2016 TTNO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chair:Shirley Boon, Huntsville 705-789-7434

[email protected]:Mary Jane Phillips, Baysville 705-767-1029

[email protected]:Debbie Brear, Burks Falls 705-382-1961

[email protected] Treasurer:Simone Radman, Toronto 416-617-1985

[email protected] Editor:Jim Metson, Bolton 905-951-0774

[email protected] Teacher Liaison:Shirley Boon 705-789-7434

[email protected] Liaison:Lillian Hutchinson 905-457-2211

[email protected] Membership:Morlan Rees, Scarborough 416-286-0684

[email protected] and Professional Practice:Open

Communications: Open

Coordinators: inTouch co-editors:Mei-fei Elrick

[email protected] MacKay

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WHO TO CONTACT FOR WHAT ...Address changes, Membership Renewal forms,Practitioner Workbooks, teaching materials,extra Newsletters, Brochures, resources

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I believe that the TTNO must also open up to the members of thisNetwork, and trust what comes. This is faith. Faith in our members,faith in our ability to acknowledge that every new idea is worthy ofconsideration and trusting that the right ideas will come to meet ourneeds at the time. Every idea brought forward IS appreciated. Ibelieve in the value of listening to everyone and collaborating theirideas.

I Believe the TTNO is full of unlimited possibilities!”The new Board is counting on your ideas and your participation inthe governing of the TTNO. I personally invite you to share yourideas and suggestions with the TTNO office or working committees.We will explore and respond and continue to grow this network.

And so the cycle will continue….

I sincerely look forward to working with and for you as Chair.

Peace and Light

Shirley Boon,Chair

MARY JANE PHILLIPS,VICE CHAIR

Like many others, I was called toTherapeutic Touch in a profound way. Itook Levels 1 to 3 in 2007/2008 withShirley Boon and after lots of practicethrough volunteer work I completed myworkbook and earned my RecognizedPractitioner status in 2010. I havecontinued to study and practice atworkshops, retreats and TT Levels withother teachers and have learned to trustthe Presence behind my presence. It isthis Presence that I listen and respond

to when offering Therapeutic Touch and when navigating life. TT isan integral part of my life and has influenced how I view the worldand myself in it. Today, I practice both “hands on/off” and distanceTherapeutic Touch with people and animals (dogs, cats and horses)and continue to be amazed by its impact on the lives of all beings.The Huntsville Practice Group is part of my extended family but themany friendships/kinships I have made extend throughout ouramazing network and continue to grow.

I put myself forward as Vice Chair to assist Shirley Boon in her roleas Chair of the TTNO Board of Directors. I have witnessed first handher level of love and devotion to the practice, her practice groupsand the Network. I am excited to be a part of what I know will be anera of team building and growth for the network as well as theexpansion of public awareness of Therapeutic Touch as an integralpart of complementary medicine in Ontario and Canada.

Blessings of love to all,

Mary Jane Phillips,Vice-chair

DEBBIE BREAR, SECRETARY

It is with much excitement that Iundertake this opportunity in my newrole as secretary to the TTNO Board ofDirectors. Currently I work full time foran accredited organization dedicated toimproving the life experiences offamilies, children, youth, anddevelopmentally challenged adults whoneed support and guidance.

I began my TT journey in the fall of 2006and completed my Therapeutic Touch®

training in Parry Sound with JanetFallaize. I was awarded Recognized Practitioner status in the springof 2010. In the past two years I have been involved as a workbookreviewer and recently participated on the annual event committee. Iregularly attend the Huntsville Practice Group, maintain our resourcelibrary and act as one of our signing officers. I offer TherapeuticTouch sessions on a regular basis to one of Huntsville’s NursingHomes, as well as to my family, friends, co-workers, pets and othersas requested. I enjoy regular time outdoors walking (all year round),in my flower gardens, skiing and travelling with my husband in ourfifth wheel camper. Although I am incredibly passionate aboutTherapeutic Touch, it will be important for me to remain mindful ofthe demands in my day to day life. I look forward to this experienceand to meeting some great people.

Debbie Brear, Secretary, TTNO

MORLAN REES,MEMBERSHIP CHAIR

During Annual General Meeting (AGM) atthe TTNO 2015 Annual Event the Boardofficially accepted my becoming theMembership Chair. As the AGM progressedsome of the discussion, to which I shallreturn shortly, engendered a sense oftrepidation at my decision and what mightbe termed “a personal Carl Sandburgmoment from his poem Fog,” where the fogis that ‘t’ word.”

The fog comesOn little cat feet

….. and then moves on.

To introduce myself to those members whom I have yet to have thepleasure of meeting and possibly collaborating at some point, maya brief “bio” be of help.

After retiring from the TDSB (Toronto District School Board) fifteenyears ago, it was not long before the call of the classroom beckonedme as an “Occasional” teacher at both the elementary andsecondary levels. Thus began, an endeavour that continues to thisday. Coincidentally, fifteen years ago Therapeutic Touch entered mylife with me in a client role. Having receiving TT for a period of time


and appreciating the benefits, the thought crossed my mind, “Hm, Ithink I could do this!” and a new unexpected journey was born.Further, as a volunteer in palliative care with (SCHC) ScarboroughCentre for Healthy Communities when asked, my TT skill set isavailable.

My wife is a retired teacher of French who is beginning a secondyear tutoring students of French. Our daughter works for the federalgovernment doing research.

Returning to the AGM and the poetic reference, Peter Cheshirepresented five sobering graphs that he had compiled for the TTNCwhich show:

# Total Number of Members, New Members, #General Members,# Recognized Practitioners, # Recognized Teachers.

The diamonds on each graph show the raw numbers recorded butmore important is the slope of the lines, which have beenextrapolated into the next two to seven years. The trend for eachgraph shows an alarming reduction in the membership.

….. and then moves on.

As the AGM progressed participants offered possible solutions thatcould stem the haemorrhaging membership. The eagerness withwhich those members readily engaged in meeting this collectivechallenge became a welcome display of the support that TTpractitioners are known for.

Some ideas proffered in no order of merit were:

1. Create a category known as Associate Member who couldreceive a newsletter for a fee of $20.00.

2. Create a category to be known as Friends of Therapeutic Touch.Give this to new Level 1 practitioners to encourage them to joinTTNO

3. For General Members send an e-mail explaining that they cancharge for their services provided that they are not in a volunteerrole.

4. Practice group leaders may want to present a TT pin to newLevel 3 practitioners as a welcome to the practitioner for joiningTTNO.

5. Teachers might want to give coupons for future workshops. Thismay encourage more Level 1 graduates to take additionaltraining.

6. At health fairs set up a booth to encourage people to takecourse, and to join TTNO.

7. Bring a friend to a TT session.

8. Offer Associate Membership to people on line.

No doubt there are many creative ideas that are not on this short list.Keeping in mind that leadership is only as good as the support givenby the membership, please feel free to send along any and all ideasthat come to mind. My e-mail address is [email protected] send an e-mail to the TTNO office at [email protected]

Respectfully submitted,Morlan Rees

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OUR NEW EDITOR,JIM METSON

LILLIAN HUTCHINSON,PRACTITIONER LIAISON CHAIR

Hello from Bolton

Hello from Bolton. I would like to introducemyself as the soon-to-be inTouch…what?Editor? Heir? Compiler? Collaborator?Student? Supporter?

I suppose I will be all of those things to somedegree. Technically I will be the editor ofinTouch when Evelyn and Mei-fei hand overthe reigns of the publication they have

developed and nurtured for many years. I will be inheriting responsibilityfor a valued means of communication for those who practice and supportTherapeutic Touch in Ontario. Though, of course, the magazine will notbe mine. As with so much about TT I see my future self as a conduit. Iwill compile the contributions of those who feel called, or are called upon,to contribute. I look forward to working with those who have taken on aleadership role in the TTNO, whether on the Board or outside it. I havemuch to learn, but I hope to make my contribution and thus support theTTNO in some small way.

I was drawn to Therapeutic Touch several years ago and I’ve completedLevels I and II, twice. I am looking forward undertaking Level III withinthe next few months. I am grateful to be part of two practice groups, onein Bolton under the direction of Diane Demidow and one in Caledon thatI help run with Nancy Hall and Gail Douglas. I have learned so much.In my work life I am a high school guidance counsellor in Brampton. Ihave been volunteering at Bethell Hospice in Inglewood since it openedalmost six years ago and with Caledon Dufferin Victim Services for overten years. I share my life with my partner and two cats, one of whom isslightly crazy.

I am grateful that Evelyn and Mei-fei will remain on as consultants as Iget my feet wet on the next issue of inTouch. I know in advance that Ihave the support and encouragement of members of the TTNO. As Ibecome familiar with my new role I ask your patience, welcome yourideas and questions, and encourage you to send your comments andsuggestions.

Respectfully,

Jim Metson

Hi everyone. I’m the RP and yoga teacherfrom Brampton who, as you have, and willcontinue to support our TTNO within mycommunity. Volunteering gives me theopportunity to offer TT to clients throughHeart House Hospice and WellspringChinguacousy. I’m married with adultchildren and five grandchildren. Twins, oneof each, are expected in the New Year. Howvery efficient of my newest daughter-in-law!My knitting needles are doing double duty.

For some while I have been the Brampton Practice Group leader, PracticeDay organizer and eager participant. I am always impressed andchallenged by the material that our Practice Day Committee develops tosupport our personal growth as practitioners! Now it is time for me tobroaden my support of our TTNO by doing the best I can to fill the role asPractitioner Liaison on our Board. I’m looking forward to this as anotheropportunity for personal growth within our Network.

Peace and Light.

Lillian Hutchinson

Therapeutic Touch Quiz

Question #1When would it be appropriate to use music during or aftera T.T. session?

a) when the client requests itb) when the practitioner would like to enhance the clientsrelaxation response

c) when the practitioner would like to give the client a toolhe/she could use at home to recall the T.T. experience

d) when the practitioner is able to stay centered e) when there is background noisef) all of the above

Question #2When would it be inappropriate to use music during a T.T.session?

a) when the client prefers the treatment be done in silenceb) when the practitioner has difficulty staying centered or isdistracted by the music

c) when the music chosen by the client is inappropriate for aT.T. treatment (eg. Rap, heavy metal)

d) all of the above


From left to right - front to backMary Simpson - Christine Crawford - Craig Niziolek - Susan KingRosanna Zerafa - Jan Simmonds - Nancy Crawford - Susan Storry -Susan Rouse - Elaine Kempt - Robert MoretonTaking Picture - Janice Simmonds

TTNO COMMITTEE REPORTS

TEACHER LIAISON REPORT

At the time of writing, the TTNO does not yet have a Teacher Liaison onthe Board of Directors so I am covering the basics of this position.

My first pleasant task is to welcome and congratulate our newTherapeutic Touch teachers. Paula Neilson from Caledon is now aRecognized Teacher with the TTNO, approved for teaching Level 1.Craig Niziolek from Peterborough and Charlotte Harris from Chathamare now qualified to teach all 3 basic levels. Congratulations from all ofus! And a big thank you to the supervising teachers for supporting thesenew teachers – Alison Cooke, Linda Nelson and Carole Wray.

I’d also like to recognize Gail Douglas from Caledon who has submittedher letter of intent and is about to embark on her journey of becoming aRecognized Teacher with the support of her supervisor Doreen Sullivan.We wish you well on this learning journey.

We have an amazing committee of experienced teachers who arereviewing submissions. I’d like to acknowledge and thank them for theirdedication to the TTNO and for their continued commitment to this task.They are Jodi Cole, Arlene Cugelman, Flo Hartleib, Jitka Malec, HelenWill and Doreen Sullivan who has just rejoined this committee. Welcomeback Doreen.

Evelyn MacKay has just retired from this committee and we extend ourheartfelt THANKS to her for all her work with the TTNO over the years. While we have a strong committee in the Teacher Liaison Portfolio, weneed some administrators to take the helm. Many hands make lightwork. If you are a Recognized Teacher who is qualified to teach all 3levels of Therapeutic Touch and you are willing to give some time to theTTNO, we really need you. I cannot do justice to many roles! Your helpis welcome.

The Roles for teachers that need to be filled are these:

1. Teacher Liaison Chair will be a member of the Board of Directors andwill receive recommendations from the committees under thisportfolio to be brought forward to the BOD for discussion and voting.Letters of intent from those wishing to become teachers also areforwarded to, handled by and progress record kept track of by theone who occupies this position.

2. Submission Review Committee Chair receives the submissions,sends them out to reviewers, summarizes the reviews and completesthe paperwork for the new teacher.

3. Curriculum and Guidelines Committee Chair is responsible forkeeping the guidelines updated and teachers informed of changesrecommended by the committee and passed by the Board ofDirectors.

4. The TTNO representative on the TTNC Curriculum Committeeworking toward a common Canadian curriculum for teachingTherapeutic Touch across the country. We have a possible person forthis job but no firm commitment yet.

5. We can always use more teachers on the review committee as well.You must have at least 3 years experience as a Recognized Teacherto be a reviewer of submissions.

I am very grateful for all those people who have already stepped forwardto offer time for the smooth running of the TTNO. At the Annual Eventin October many more said to let you know what you can do. Well….

If you are not a teacher but are a member of the TTNO and areinterested in volunteering a bit of time, we have roles for you to play aswell. Contact me, Shirley Boon, or notify the TTNO office and I will get backto you. In the Spring newsletter my Chair column will share informationabout the roles any TTNO member can play in the running of OUR Network.

Peace and Light.

Shirley Boon, Chair of the TTNO

PRACTITIONER LIAISON REPORT

As the Practitioner Liaison Chair I am responsible to the RecognizedPractitioners, the Practitioner Workbook Reviews, Practice Groups andPractice Days of our TTNO. This very board portfolio will give me theopportunity to come in touch with many of you.

Should you as a RP have any concerns about your status or are in needof a leave of absence, perhaps find yourself in some specialcircumstances please contact me. RP status is well earned. I will do whatI can to help you maintain and preserve it.

I did the workbook. I have also mentored the workbook. Now it is time for meto work with Pat Tamosetis in the workbook review process. The workbookis an important step in our work and personal growth as Therapeutic TouchPractitioners! We are fortunate to have it in our energy modality.

Over the course of my position on the Board I will be in contact with yourPractice Groups in order to get to know you and discover how I and thiscurrent board can serve you better.

A huge thank you to Crystal Hawk and Alison Cooke, our Practice DayCommittee, for preparing our 2016 Practice Day workshop! When my localPractice Day is held I’m eager to discover what they have prepared for us.

Respectfully submitted, Lillian Hutchinson RP

A DAY WITH CHAKRAS IN PETERBOROUGH,TAUGHT BY MARY SIMPSON ANDFACILITATED BY CRAIG NIZOLEK.


News from Muskoka South

This group is changing its name from Bracebridge,where there have been two groups! To makecommunication clearer, this one will now be known asMuskoka South. Group Leader is Bonnie Blain, email: [email protected]

“We are the oldest group and do much for the community.The Seniors fair was a success and pamphlets wereshared. Also Bonnie and I talked at a Caregivers meetingand Therapeutic Touch information went over so well thatwe were invited back for January!” Congratulations to you!

FOUNDERS AWARD PRESENTATION

With the sudden resignation of Jane Graham as Chair in 2013, Sharronreluctantly assumed the position of Chair of the TTNO.

The Board quickly established some lofty goals, the first being the needto review and revise the TTNO by-laws. Members were consulted andprovided valuable feedback and the revised TTNO by-laws werereviewed and approved at the 2014 Annual meeting. During this sametime, work was initiated to produce a Board Operations manual and anOperating Annual budget. Simultaneously an Annual Event budgetwas developed and approved. Of course, none of these resources weredeveloped and completed alone. Sharron would be the first to recognizeand acknowledge the tremendous effort of our many volunteer memberswho assisted with these major projects over a number of years.

And if that wasn’t enough…In the summer of 2015 our office managertendered her resignation and the development of a job description anda performance appraisal tool was completed so that the hiring processcould begin. Sharron is grateful to incoming board members Mary JanePhillips and Shirley Boon for so graciously supporting the hiring of Pranita.

There were many times when her faith was tested but through herunwavering perseverance and complete dedication to the Network, shelead her Board team to accomplish nearly all of their goals…some havebeen left for the new Board

Sharron has always seen the highest and best in people… she is quickto praise and recognize others. She is caring and compassionate. Shehas worked diligently and tirelessly for our provincial organization. Shehas been an outstanding listener and passionate leader and as she saidin the AGM cover letter, she will continue her service as an “informationbridge” between this Board and the new Board in her role as past chair.

In her closing remarks at last year’s AGM, she asked people present toask themselves this question, “Why Bother with the TTNO?” After someself-reflection, her answer was an energizing and empowering,“Because it is worth it!”

And she is worthy of receiving the TTNO highest honour, the Founders Award.

With your applause, please join me in recognizing this remarkablewoman…

and if you are able please email her with your warmest congratulationsand thanks for a job well done!

Flo HartleibTTNO Board member

TTNO AGM AND ANNUAL EVENTSATURDAY OCT. 24, 2016

Award recipient Sharron Parrott

The Founders Award is the Therapeutic Touch of Ontario’s highesthonour and is awarded to a Therapeutic Touch member in good standingwho has made continuous and exceptional contributions to thepractice and modality of Therapeutic Touch and The TherapeuticTouch Network of Ontario.

The Founders Award is given at the discretion of the presiding Board ofDirectors. Any member of the TTNO in good standing may recommendthe name of a TTNO member in good standing, to the presiding Boardof Directors with a recommendation that the member be a recipient ofthe Founders Award. The name and recommendation is accompaniedby a small outline of why the nominator feels the member should receivethe award. This year’s recipient was nominated by several memberswho recognized her outstanding contributions to not only the TTNO butto the modality of Therapeutic Touch.

This award has been given to eight Therapeutic Touch members since1996.

1996 – Crystal Hawk1996 – Mary Simpson2002 – Mary Dalglish2002 – Diane May2005 – Doreen Sullivan2008 – Helen Will2010 – Evelyn MacKay2014 – Alison Cooke

The 2015 and 9th recipient of the TTNO Founders Award is SharronParrott.

It is so unfortunate that Sharron could not be here to receive thisprestigious award. However, it will be my pleasure and honour to presenther with this award on your behalf in Windsor at our November 10Practice Group meeting. Sharron does not know that she is receivingthe Founders award…its pretty hard to keep such a secret from the Chairof the Board of Directors… but we did.

I have known Sharron for over twenty-five years and for those of youthat don’t know it, she was my first Therapeutic Touch teacher. I attendedher Level 1 class in 1992 in Windsor. She inspired me to become aTTNO Member, Recognized Practitioner and Teacher and in 1997, wemade the decision to team- teach. Both of us were Registered nurses,working full time and unable to volunteer for the TTNO in any way inthose early years.

In 2007, Sharron retired from Hotel Dieu-Grace Hospital. Her retirementlasted 2 months when she was recruited to the TTNO Board of Directorsas a Member at large. At her first Board meeting, she was given theportfolio of Chair of the Teachers Liaison committee. Although she hadnever served on a not for profit board, she jumped in with both feet andfacilitated the production and approval of the 2010 TTNO Curriculumand Guidelines for the Teaching of Therapeutic Touch with otherremarkable network volunteers.

In collaboration with the Teacher Liaison committee and to ensurecompliance and Quality Assurance, Recognized Teachers wereasked to summit Day plans for each level they taught. An enormoustask and undertaking worked on over a two-year period.


WITH GRATITUDE AND APPRECIATION WE THANK AND ACKNOWLEDGE THE FOLLOWING FOR DONATIONS RECEIVED:

IN MEMORIAL:• Niagara Falls Practice Group in memory and honour of long time member, Louise Bell• Shirley & Glenn Boon in memory of Monica Giles’ husband, Nelson Giles

IN SUPPORT OF OUR MEMBERS:• Marilyn Symes in appreciation of support and TT sessions received from Marleene Burfield• Barrie Practice Group in honour of Arlene Cugelman as a thank you for her leadership

IN SUPPORT OF TTNO:• Alison Cooke

TTNO DONATION REPORT WINTER 2015

WINTER WEBSITE REPORT

CATHY POWLEY REPORTS ONTT IN A HUNTSVILLE FACILITY...

PENNY CRAIG,FINANCE COMMITTEE

I do hope that all members are taking the time to check out the websiteon at least a weekly basis.

Renewals can now be done online – click on the tab to the right of “FindPractitioners” to get you into the “shopping centre” – for renewals,donations, events, and products.

I am a bit frustrated to see news events appearing in the InTouch that arenot sent to me as well. The InTouch reaches a small audience – onlyour members. The website reaches the world! It doesn’t matter if thenews appears in both places. When you let me know about your events,providing me with a brief description and a few pictures, our website iskept interesting because there is change, and the word gets out aboutour wonderful modality. Please remember this and do your part to keepour website up to date.

If you haven’t already checked out the Downloads section in theMembers area, please do so. There is a wealth of information there foryou to browse.

Thank you to all of you who have sent David and I encouraging emailsand energy! We feel blessed to be a part of this wonderful community!Keep checking out the website. There’s always something new.

Alison Cooke, TTNO webmaster.

[email protected]

Recently I was contacted by the local nursing home where I volunteer todo Therapeutic Touch®. This contact was an invitation for me to attendthe hearing for their accreditation process representing Therapeutic Touchas one of their many programs. I was delighted and honoured becausethey recognize Therapeutic Touch as a very important part of client care.

The meeting was very insightful, examining all the workings of a nursinghome and how Therapeutic Touch fits into their programs. The staff in thenursing home is so grateful when we come and usually ask if we can addanother client to our list. They realize all the benefits but above all theylove the calming effect Therapeutic Touch has on the whole home.

When we first started volunteering at the nursing home there wasskepticism but that quickly disappeared and we are now greeted withgreat enthusiasm.

Therapeutic Touch is an official program there. This home is veryprogressive in its thinking and I am proud to be part of the volunteer unit.

I hope everyone out there can find a little time in their busy lives tovolunteer their Therapeutic Touch skills anywhere they can.

Cathy PowleyTT Huntsville Practice Group

Penny retired from the Hospice ofWindsor- Essex County after two decadesas Assistant Executive Director where shewore many hats and where she continuesworking on ‘archiving their historicaldocuments’. An active Therapeutic TouchHospice Volunteer, she found time tobecame a Recognized Practitioner and in2015 a TTNO Recognized Teacher. Alongwith this, Penny was involved, for 18 years,with St. Vincent de Paul, ending asPresident and National Director whichinvolved world travel, she continues to

work tirelessly in both her church and St. Vincent de Paul in our community.

In 2014, as Secretary to the Board, Penny was instrumental in thedevelopment and review of the By-Laws, In collaboration with our Treasurerand in an effort support our understanding of the financial aspects andsupport new Board members, an operating budget and financial guidelineswas developed. She has volunteered to serve in the capacity of Chair of thenew Finance Committee. The results of Penny’s work, represented by aTTNO Operational binder, was presented to Shirley Boon, at the 2015 AGM.

Penny has said that as a volunteer organization, it will be particularlyimportant to establish and maintain the financial viability of such animportant and needed organization as The Therapeutic Touch Networkof Ontario. Thank you Penny for your willingness to serve on the TTNOBoard of Directors…we are so lucky!


THERAPEUTIC TOUCH NETWORK OF ONTARIO2015 TTNO HONOUR AND APPRECIATION ROLL

With all the Therapeutic Touch Network of Ontario is and does, our greatest asset, first and always, is our members who volunteer and accept theleadership positions that maintain and sustain this organization. We honour and recognize them, with deepest, heart-felt appreciation and gratitude.

Ruth Brandt (Huntsville)Annual Event Committee

Debbie Brear (Burks Falls)Practitioner Liaison Committee, Annual Event Committee

Shirley Boon (Huntsville)Annual Event Coordinator, Annual Event Committee, Advisory Committee,TTNO Office Manager Hiring Team, Practitioner Liaison Committee

Peter Cheshire (Penatanguishene)TTNO representative to the TTNC Board

Peggy Chipman (Huntsville)Annual Event Committee

Tamara Chochlowsky (Huntsville)Annual Event Committee

Jodi Cole (Toronto)Teachers Liaison Committee, Columnist for TTNO Newsletter, developedCanadian Copyright Laws PowerPoint Posted on the Website

Alison Cooke (Stirling)Webmaster, Chair of Website Committee,TTNO Editor, Columnist forTTNO Newsletter, Advisory Committee, 2016 Practice Day,Development Committee, Developed and piloted Remote/ ElectronicMedia procedure for supervising a Workbook Practitioner, TTNO Tool Kitdesign and development, Supervising Teacher

Mimi Craig (Guelph)Teacher Supplementary Handout Committee

Penny Craig (Belle River)TTNO Board of Directors - Secretary, Finance Committee Chair,Financial Guidelines and Budget Development Committee, BoardOperations Manual Development Committee

Arlene Cugelman (Barrie)Teacher Liaison Committee, 2015 Provincial Teacher Day PlanningCommittee

Trish Dean (Guelph)Corresponding Secretary

Mei-fei Elrick (Guelph)Newsletter Editor, Research Chair

Jane Graham (Toronto)Practitioner Liaison Committee, Practice Day Development

Deb Gould (Elora) Teacher Supplementary Handout Committee

Charlotte Harris (Chatham)South West Regional Teacher Day organizer, Practitioner Liaison Committee

Crystal Hawk (Toronto)olumnist TTNO Newsletter, Website Committee, Newsletter Committee,Website Committee, Advisory Committee, 2016 Practice DayDevelopment Committee

Flo Hartleib (Windsor)TTNO Board of Directors - Teacher Liaison Committee Chair, Boardcontact for Annual Event Committee, Finance Committee, FinancialGuidelines & Budget Development Committee, TTNO Board OperationsManual Development Committee, TTNO Representative on the TTNCEducation Committee, Member of all Provincial and Regional TeacherDay Planning Committees

Lynda Hill (Burlington)Chair of the Communications Task Force Committee (Media & PR)

Martha Hoey (Guelph)Teacher Supplementary Handout Development Committee

Lillian Hutchinson (Brampton)Chair of Practice Group Committee

Gwen Jones (Huntsville)Annual Event Committee

Sally-Ann Kerman (Glen Williams)Coordinator - TTNO Referral Service

Linda LeRoux (Scarbourough)Practitioner Liaison Committee,Practice Day resource distribution

Evelyn Mackay (Rockwood)Editor, TTNO Newsletter, Columnist TTNO Newsletter, Teacher LiaisonCommittee, Chair of Nominations Committee, Chair of MembershipCommittee, Advisory Committee, Teacher Supplementary HandoutDevelopment Committee, Supervising Teacher, 2015 Provincial Teacher DayPlanning Committee

Jitka Malec (London)Teachers Liaison Committee, TTNO Newsletter Columnist

Goranka Marinic (Mississauga)TTNO Bookkeeper, TTNO Office Manager hiring team

Diane May (California) Advisory committee

Michelle McMillan (Guelph) Teacher Supplementary Handout Development Committee

Laura Morasset (LaSalle) TTNO Board of Directors – Practitioner Liaison Committee Chair, Boardcontact for Practice Group Committee, Finance Committee, Financial &Budget Development Committee, TTNO Board Operations ManualDevelopment Committee

Annefrances Morris (Toronto) Agent for TTNO Board of Directors, Annual Event Committee

Suzette Morgan (Stirling) Assistant Webmaster

Valerie Morrell (Guelph) TTNO Teacher Supplementary Handout Development Committee


THERAPEUTIC TOUCH NETWORK OF ONTARIO2015 TTNO HONOUR AND APPRECIATION ROLL (CONT....)

Pranita Prasard-Murphy (Mississauga) TTNO Office Manager

Linda Nelson (Peterborough) Teacher Liaison Committee, TTNO Teachers Resource DevelopmentCommittee, Supervising Teacher

Sharron Parrott (Windsor) TTNO Board of Directors - Chair, Board Contact for Communications Committee,Board Contact for Membership Committee, Finance Committee, FinancialGuidelines & Budget Development, Board Operations Manual DevelopmentCommittee, TTNO Office Manager hiring team

Mary Jane Phillips (Baysville) Annual Event Coordinator, Annual Event Committee, TTNO OfficeManager hiring team

Laura Pokoradi (Hamilton) Central Regional Teacher Day organizer and presenter

Connie Price (Burlington)Communications Task Force Committee

Simone Radman (Mississauga) TTNO Board of Directors – Treasurer Financial Guidelines and BudgetDevelopment Committee, TTNO Office Manager hiring team, AdvisoryCommittee, Finance Committee

Hala Riad (Toronto) TTNO Office Manager November 2007 – July 2015

Regina Sheere (Glencoe) 2015 Annual Event presenter

Karen Schimansky (Killaloe)Practitioner Liaison Committee

Debbie Simone (LaSalle) TTNO Representative to TTNC Newsletter committee, TTNC Columnist

Mary Simpson (Oakville)TTNC Newsletter Editor & Columnist, TTNC Resource DevelopmentCommittee, TTNO Newsletter columnist, TTNO Newsletter Committee,Advisory Committee, Communications Task Force, TeacherSupplementary Handouts Development Committee

Cheryl Spickett (LaSalle)Practitioner Liaison Committee

Doreen Sullivan (Niagara Falls) Advisory Committee

Patricia Tamosetis (Golden Lake)Practitioner Liaison Committee

Kay Tuer (LaSalle)Practitioner Liaison Committee

Helen Will (Midland) Teacher Liaison Committee, Advisory Committee 2015, ProvincialTeacher Day Planning Committee

Carole Wray (London) Supervising Teacher

Research: Quantum Theory claims that objects separated by distance can affect each other’s behavior. New research is looking at whether or notthere is evidence to support this claim.

A recent study, conducted by B. Hanson, et al, entitled “Loophole-free Bell inequality violation using electron spins separated by 1.3 kilometers”,published in Nature Vol. 526:7575 pp 682-686 October 29, 2015 has supported one of the most fundamental claims of quantum theory - thatobjects separated by great distance can instantaneously affect each other’s behavior. “(NY Times Oct. 21, 2015 John Markoff: Sorry Einstein.Quantum Study Suggests ‘Spooky Action’ Is Real.)”

This finding is counter to Einstein’s understanding of locality which states that “...an object is directly influenced only by its immediate surroundings”.

Einstein’s thought was that a separate particle could not be ‘entangled’ so completely that measuring one particle would instantaneously influencethe other, regardless of the distance separating them.

According to the NY Times, Einstein was ‘unhappy’ with the uncertainly introduced by quantum theory and described its implication as “akin to God’s play dice”.

Experiments conducted by physicists began to suggest that there were ‘alternative explanations’ that are referred to as loopholes that, until now,previously enabling particles even if separated by the width of the universe could instantly interact.

The most recent experiment which was publish in Nature was described as a ‘loophole-free Bell test’ in a reference to an experiment proposedin 1964 by the physicist John Stewart Bell as a way of proving that ‘spooky action at a distance’ is real.

The researchers working in Delft were able to ‘entangle two electrons separately at a distance of 1.3 kilometers…and then share informationbetween them’. Physicists use the term ‘entanglement’ to refer to pairs of particles that are generating in such a way that they cannot be described independently.

A theoretical physicist, Leonard Susskind, at Stanford is quoted as saying “What I find interesting is that the experimenters are learning how tomanipulate quantum systems and do experiments that are far beyond what was possible when I was starting in physics.”

Scientists at M.I.T. are considering conducting more experiments to examine this phenomenon. Let’s keep in touch through InTouch on thisfascinating research.

Mei-fei Elrick

QUANTUM THEORY


2015 ANNUAL EVENT ATTENDEE COMMENTSThis weekend we had action - and it was energetic action - dancing,singing and musical vibrations. I thought it was incredibly creative and inline with our work with TT. The fact that we could, at last, have thatimportant discussion about charging for TT proved the quality ofopenness that the weekend had created. Everyone felt supported andwilling to say their inner thoughts. I was thrilled. And Heather's Play wasthe crowning moment for our weekend. It all worked seamlessly togetherto create, I thought, one of our best Gatherings.

Crystal Hawk

I really enjoyed the AGM event.

I did learn a lot from my conversations with many of the attendees, they wereso knowledgeable about TT and business acumen as well, very refreshing.

I thought Sue Conlin's dialogue with Dr. Krieger was excellent. Thepresentation made one stop and think, and then think some more. To methis is what I had hoped we would have had for all of the presentations.

However, the dance/song was very enjoyable once one droppeddefences. Regina was very accomplished.

The drumming was 'vibrational' and the moving instruments whilst in ameditative state focused the mind. Playing the instruments was a blast.

Peter Cheshire

The 2015 TTNO Fall Event - my first time staying the whole weekendand it was a weekend filled with bliss. A Therapeutic Touch treatmentevery day to go along with a wide open heart and a loving mind.

Unfortunately as soon as I returned home, I walked right into some lowvibration - emotional drama which closed my heart in a flash and stirredup some not so loving thoughts. The very next day was our TherapeuticTouch Practice/Support Group and it just took one treatment to open myheart up along with that loving mind and I'm riding this wave for as longas I can.

Craig Niziolek

What a splendid and energizing Annual Event! If you attended, you willunderstand exactly what I mean. If you did not, you missed a wonderfulopportunity to explore some inner activities. We did some deep andmoving exercises: one with no voices, only instruments of tone andgentle sounds, and the effects were astounding. Actually we ended withan OHM and that, as always, resonated deeply. Our facilitator, JocelynDrainie, was an accomplished percussionist. She was able to dismissinhibitions in all of us... we had the opportunity to both play andexperience the playing by others. And Regina Sheere was equallyinspiring as she led us through movement and dance.... letting go of allthat held us tightly in our usual patterns. These two sessions weredifferent but equally useful in exploring self-care. We didn’t simply talkabout it, we DID it. And the presentation on Sunday morning by HeatherGurd and her associates was touching, energetic, instructive andmoving. The energy of the whole weekend was enthusiastic. Lastly, thehandsome art work designed by Helen Will and created by DoreenSullivan, was on display for our great pleasure. This hanging addedimportance to the presentation by Heather. All these programs shiftedthe group energies in so many ways, all increasing member appreciationof the gifts offered by our presenters.

Evelyn MacKay

Linda Hill of Burlington talking about promotion of TT

Display , Presentation by Regina Sheere

A special sharing at dinner. L to R: Paula Neilson, Julia Von Flotow, MaryJane Phillips, Pranita Murphy, Tammy Chochlowsky , Gwen Jones


2015 ANNUAL EVENT ATTENDEE COMMENTS (CONT...)

Pat Tamosetis, Debbie Brear, Tammy Chochlowsky

Helen Will and Heather Gurd

Mary Simpson and Helen Will

This issue carries several pictures of Annual Eventparticipants.

Many thanks to PETER CHESHIRE, our representativeto the TTNC, for his generosity in supplying thesepictures.

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June 11-15, 2015“Inspirations and Echoes”

The Retreat was billed as an opportunity to take one’s practice of Therapeutic Touch to the next level. It had the word “Advanced” in the title. Soalready I was a little unsure, given that I have yet to achieve Recognized Practitioner status. Sure, I had the required minimum of Level 3, and Iam working on my work book. But this was a four day retreat. I was sure it would be filled with accomplished and long-practicing ‘experts’ inTherapeutic Touch. I’d feel like a fraud!

But I really wanted to be there. Laura Pokoradi and Diane May were facilitating. Diane’s books on the practice of Therapeutic Touch have been suchan inspiration and help in my journey so far. How much better to meet her in person? And there always has to be a “newbie”. So, not withstandingmy nervousness and the fact that it was FOUR days, I decided to register. It was a very good move!

The retreat was held in Crieff Hills, not far from Guelph, Ontario, at a centre that is quite used to accommodating any number of people in comfort.The grounds were filled with trees, quiet and secluded. The food was terrific, and the support staff attentive. Laura Pokoradi was warm, welcomingand very well organized.

Diane was informative, kind, funny, demanding, generous and attentive. The pace of each day, and of the whole workshop, was sensitive to theparticipants’ energy and needs. Most attendees already knew each other, but I felt included and welcomed from the outset. It was a very nurturing,learning environment – but then, what would one expect from a group of compassionate healers?

There were frequent practical exercises to put into practice the ideas being discussed, such as getting in touch with our intuitive selves, ordiscovering new ways of receiving cues during the assessment phase of Therapeutic Touch, or connecting through the chakras. At those momentsthe quiet in our large meeting room was palpable…very special. Follow-up discussions were lively and practical.

And there were fun moments too…including creative projects, (Beads! Feathers! Paint!) and a talent night that was at times hilarious, at times very moving.

I came away with new ways to explore the Therapeutic Touch process and inspired by all the dedicated Therapeutic Touch Healers I met. Mythanks to Diane and Laura for providing this opportunity, to my ‘perfect, quiet’ roommate, to the patient supervisors of my sessions, and to all ofthe participants who made this retreat a success.

Respectfully, Michelle Wales

ONTARIO’S SEVENTH ANNUAL ADVANCEDTHERAPEUTIC TOUCH RETREAT

Back row: Brita Ball, Lillian Hutchinson, Jennifer BrionNext row: Kay Ball, Jan Skelton, Susan Leuty, Fred Zufferey, Michelle Wahl and Judith KaneeBelow them: Victoria Wolkensperg, Fran Gallagher Shuebrook, Maureen Smith, Claire Stark, Penny Lovell, Mary Ann Alexander, Diane May, Doreen SullivanFront row: Mary Simpson, Nomi Pittell, Christina DeCarlo, Joan Beattie, Laura Pokoradi


Answer:I have always been interested in alternative therapies. In the 1990s, Inoticed the College of nurses had approved therapeutic touch as atreatment modality of nursing. Diane may and in RP and associateadvertised TT courses at Canada door College in North Bay.

I was employed by the Victorian order of nurses in the 1990s and I spokewith my supervisor or to see if they would cover some of the cost of thecourse. They agreed. A number of the ON nurses along with me signed upfor the therapeutic touch courses.

I was very surprised at how easily I could feel energy and visualize colour.I found it hard to quiet my mind at first and was shown how meditation helpsme to centre prior to therapeutic touch treatments.

I thoroughly enjoyed therapeutic touch and signed up with a group and intime was able to join the TTNO. I’ve continued in my learning, practice andhave attended a practice group ever since.

TT is used in my work, home life which consists of family and friends, aswell as in leisure time. Often therapeutic touch has made a significantdifference in wound healing pain reduction and relaxation. Even the growthof my plants have benefited from therapeutic touch.

Muriel Richer, RP Redbridge, ON.

Answer:Early in my psychotherapy practice I noticed that often a client would havea physical issue very similar to their emotional issue. But I was onlyeducated to deal with the emotional issue so I was looking for some way Icould address their physical issues in a responsible way. Therapeutic Touchseemed to fit the bill. I was impressed by the research that had alreadybeen done with Therapeutic Touch when I first attended my initial PumpkinHollow sessions with both Dolores Krieger and Dora Kunz. When theopportunity arose I became the Research Chair of the Nurse-Healersorganization to learn more about its benefits. And at Pumpkin Hollow I hadthe opportunity to meet many of those who authored the early research.Very shortly Therapeutic Touch took its place in my life and my professionallife equal to my psychotherapy work.

In my lifetime many people have offered me help. But as a psychotherapistI never had anything to offer in return. Therapeutic Touch has given me theopportunity to be able to offer it lovingly to family, friends and colleagues. I treasureit for that as well as for what it has personally brought me in my good health.

Crystal Hawk RT, Toronto

Answer:What prompted me to learn TT? That’s easy. A Therapeutic Touch sessionLorain Bean offered me when she ‘picked up’ that I was going through adifficult time. After the treatment I cried, actually probably it was moresobbing, for what seemed like 20 minutes although might have been 15.Lorain left me to cry and went and made tea which we shared.

When I retired from working ‘outside the home’ I wondered what to do withmy time. Remembering the profound experience I had had, I decided tolearn TT. Of course my life was changed thankfully for the better.

Since I also was, and still am interested in research, I began to look into theresearch on outcomes of Therapeutic Touch and then, in 2003 beganwriting a research column which appeared in, what was then, In touch. Weare fortunate there is that research base. Also fortunate that the TTNOBoard realized this some time ago and asked Theresa Moore to producewhat became the “Annotated Bibliography Published Therapeutic TouchTM Research 1975-July 2004. I continued this annotation which can befound on the TTNO Website.

Mei-fei Elrick Guelph

Please respond and we will share your responses so that otherpractitioners can learn from you.

Question: What encouraged you to learn Therapeutic Touch?

Questions and Answers About Therapeutic Touch™Both your Questions and Answers are very welcome ... Please let us know yours!

While there may be differences in the answers people send, they are all based on Therapeutic Touch’s assumptions and concepts. As we all bring our own experiences to Therapeutic Touch, we may understand the modality somewhat differently.

Hence, practitioners are encouraged to study with a variety of TTNO Recognized Teachers.

Please send your response to the question for the next issue 2014 inTouch to the TTNO [email protected] or 290 The West Mall, Suite # 4 Etobicoke ON M9C1C6

Question for next 2015 issue:How long should I wait, after a fracture, to start TT treatments?Does it need to ‘rest’ for a time?

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A wonderful day was enjoyed by all, in Niagara Falls, November 15,2015. Thank you so much to the TTNO organizers for choosing thetheme of 'Intention' and developing the content and flow for anotherexcellent practice day. Thank you also, to Doreen Sullivan for leading theday with such skill and enthusiasm. It was truly a privilege to learn andshare with all the members of our group.

One of the highlights from our day included the virtual Therapeutic Touchsession, done in silence. What a great reminder for us to take the timeto care for ourselves. And the respectful silence made it all the easier tocentre and hold the intention to restore order, balance and harmony toour energy fields.

Similarly, reflecting on the importance of intention in our everyday lives,we were struck by the quote from Jack Kornfield's book, 'The WiseHeart', "By aligning our dedication with our highest intention, we chartthe course of our whole being". What a critical concept to keep front ofmind as we journey through life.

Finally, as the deadline for membership renewals approaches, it wasparticularly timely to review the guidelines for achieving and maintainingrecognized practitioner status and to familiarize ourselves with the TTNOmembership area of the website.

Thanks again to everyone who made this day possible. It is such a giftto have the support of one another as we continue to learn and grow inour practice of Therapeutic Touch.

Carol Holt

PRACTICE DAY IN THE FALLSWhat would you do if you received an envelope from your MP – plainwhite envelope with no stamp? I suspect that many of us would do justas Sandra Dixon did. We’d put it aside as non-urgent… or even throw itout. She did finally open the envelope to discover that she had beenawarded the Government of Canada Volunteer Award for the Don ValleyWest constituency. There was also an invitation to an award luncheonthat had already happened. But in January, she received a secondenvelope from her MP. She opened it immediately. Sandra got a secondchance and received her medal, a framed citation and a Canadian flagat a luncheon on Flag Day in February. She was thrilled to receive theseand accepted on behalf of all palliative volunteers.

Sandra’s journey into Therapeutic Touch began shortly after her husbanddied 12 years ago. A friend, who did volunteer palliative care, gave hera Reiki session. That experience began Sandra’s interest in volunteerhospice work and also her exploration into energy healing methods.From among them, it was Therapeutic Touch that spoke to Sandra butshe felt that she didn’t have time. She asked God for a sign and thenshe spotted a one inch ad in the local weekly newspaper, The Mirror:“Bayview Community Hospice needs volunteers”. Sandra phonedimmediately but was met with concern that it had only been 6 monthssince her husband’s death. However, she was granted an interview andwas accepted as a volunteer. This required that she take the 30 hourvolunteer training. Oh, and her 93 year old parents were still living with her.

In spite of all the ‘buts’ that might have prevented Sandra fromundertaking the TT training, she began taking Level 1 with MariaRossiter-Thornton and Theresa Moore in 2004. That year her father diedin September and her mother in November. Sandra continued with hercommitment to hospice and TT. She said that Maria and Theresa arebest teachers you could ever find!

When Sandra was nominated for the Volunteer Award, she hadcontributed 2500 hours with palliative patients in 11 years. The hospiceprovides in-homes visits but Sandra also goes to the hospital when asked.She finds that she is always welcomed in hospitals. She remembers onetime she arrived to find her client in a coma. The woman’s husbandapologized for not letting her know NOT to come. Sandra did TT anyway.The patient opened her eyes and said, “Oh, Sandra, you’ve come!” Thatpatient remained alert until her death the next day.

Over that time, Sandra’s been told many times “You must be special. Icould never do that work. It would make me sad.” Her response is thatthat she does it because she can see the difference she makes withthese beautiful people who are palliative. She believes that you must putyour own ego aside to do it, but also understands the importance ofcaring for yourself, especially by not taking their sadness home with you.Anything Sandra gives she receives much more back. She is filled withgratitude for having shared a small portion of their lives.

Sandra’s mindset is one of compassion, kindness, unconditional love,forgiveness, and a willingness to share yourself. Sandra feels that sheis blessed to work with these wonderful people whom she knows arealways grateful even when they can’t find the words. She sums up theimpact of her volunteering with these words:

“TT and hospice volunteering has had a monumental, amazing andwonderful impact on my life. I am so blessed to have them both tomeet and help my fellow earth passengers, who in turn help me tobe a kinder and more compassionate traveler. They have taught methat we have to love one another unconditionally, with lovingkindness, acceptance and completely without judgment. As aChristian, I am convinced that’s what our journey on earth is allabout – love thy neighbour as thyself.”

SPOTLIGHT ON SANDRA DIXON

Therapeutic Touch Quiz Answers (page 6)

Question #1: e)

Question #2: d)

Doreen Sullivan (Niagara Falls), Linda Maier (St. Catharines), Jo AnnGraham (Niagara Falls), Audrey Fletcher (Ridgeway), Gail Douglas(Caledon), Carol Holt (Cobourg)


We know that Therapeutic Touch affects all aspects of our being,including emotions.

In Level 1, as the students are learning the beginners’ treatment, theymay - while meaning well - approach the field too strongly andunintentionally evoke emotional reaction. Needless to say, that can bescary and discouraging for all present.

In order to avoid this situation, I learned to ask students to work in respectfuldistance from the receiver, especially at the front of the body (chest andheart area), do short, light treatments, and undo rather than overdo the work.

We touched on the issue at our London Practice Group. I realized thatdischarge of emotions is something we do experience, but rarely discuss.I wonder why?

In the remote past, while attending Therapeutic Touch workshops, theincidence of physical and/or emotional discomfort in participants wasquite common – at least in my experience.

We learned a lot since; the way we practice is constantly advancing.

If the release happens at the scene, the teacher deals with it. Ifelsewhere, it may be shared from person to person with the teachergetting the ‘news’ either with delay or not at all.

When I hear those post-event narratives, I am always disappointed. Itfeels like there is some kind of shame or perceived deficiency over one’s‘performance’, a failure of both, practitioner and receiver.

It is imperative that we learn to give each other honest feedback, right there,discus it, come to the closure and leave everyone richer by the experience.

We have only each other to learn from – how else can we becomecompetent practitioners?

Back to the emotional release: in my experience, it happens when theperson keeps repressing her emotions. Then comes a moment whenshe crosses her threshold and can no longer hold them in.

It is very important to me to observe the receiver, and, when noticingsigns of impeding release, just ground her, distract her, give her achance to take control. I know that when she comes to a safe place, itwill happen, in her own terms and in her own time.

One can have a ‘good cry’, or let go of the energy build-up graduallyover the time.

That, in my opinion, is the kind of release we are assisting the receiverto experience: allowing it to happen as an act of deeper healing; lettinggo while keeping one’s dignity.

As a matter of preserving the image of self – or what is perceived assuch - people often cancel the appointment when the work threatensthe status quo. They are not ready to face it.

It is their journey and that has to be fully respected.

On the other hand, strong release does have a role in healing. I justbelieve that it is not my role

to trigger it in the other. I never induce it intentionally. I use my skills toguide the receiver through the treatment safely.

Saying all that, emotional release in the session can happen. Then it isgood to know what to do.

In a nutshell, staying centered, quiet, peaceful, waiting it out. Groundingher if it seems to be useful.

At the Wellspring, we have counsellors; they can deal with such asituation professionally. In the absence of such help, it is ourresponsibility to make sure that – if needed - the person leaves feelingcared for and knows where to find further support.

In Therapeutic Touch, we work along with the order of Nature. Only theNature knows how to keep it. The treatment can initiate the process ofreleasing pent-up emotions in my fellow being. Therefore I ask for herhighest good and detach trusting the Nature to perform the task withutmost expertise.

As a life-style, constant releasing and letting go is much more gentleand practical than intense outbursts.

Let us learn how to receive the feedback from our fellow practitionerswith gratitude and trust.

Jitka Malec RT

THERAPEUTIC TOUCH® AND EMOTIONAL RELEASE


THERAPEUTIC TOUCH NETWORK OF ONTARIOWORKSHOPS BY TTNO RECOGNIZED TEACHERS FALL 2015

For workshops which may not be listed here, please contact individual Teachers.(Refer to the list on page 23 of this issue of inTouch)

For email addresses please consult the website at www.therapeutictouchontario.com

LEVEL 1 (Introductory / Beginner)LOCATION DAY(S) DATE TIME TEACHER CONTACT PHONE EMAILBarrie/Orillia March 12 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 Arlene Cugelman Her 705-791-0159/ [email protected] March 4 & 5 Friday eve 6:30 – 9:30

& Saturday 8:30 – 4:30 Alison Cooke Her 613-395-3691/ [email protected] January 17 Sunday 9:00 – 5:00 Marian Wierenga Her 613-921-7565/ [email protected] January 16 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 Charlotte Harris Her 519-351-1025/ [email protected] Tree Centre December 6 Sunday 8:30 – 5:30 Martha Hoey Her 519-823-5847/ [email protected] Tree Centre January 17 Sunday 8:30 – 5:30 Martha Hoey Her 519-823-5847/ [email protected] Tree Centre February 27 Saturday 8:30 – 5:30 Martha Hoey Her 519-823-5847/ [email protected] Tree Centre March 27 Sunday 8:30 – 5:30 Martha Hoey Her 519-823-5847/ [email protected] Tree Centre April 16 Saturday 8:30 – 5:30 Martha Hoey Her 519-823-5847/ [email protected] Lake February 13 Saturday 8:45 – 5:50 Patricia Tamosetis Her 613-625-2277/ [email protected] December 12 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 Rose Philip Her 905-309-4755/ [email protected] December 6 Sunday 8:30 – 5:30 Martha Hoey Her 519-823-5847/ [email protected] Health January 17 Sunday 8:30 – 4:30 Laura Pokoradi Her 905-385-9217/ [email protected] McMaster SiteHuntsville April 13 Wednesday 8:30 – 5:00 Shirley Boon Her 705-789-7434/ [email protected] February 27 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 Carole Wray Her 519-668-0272/ [email protected] Falls Feb 11 – March 3 Thursday eve 7:00 – 9:30 Doreen Sullivan Her 905-354-8873/ [email protected] April 30 Saturday 8:30 – 4:30 Gail Lafortune Her 613-834-4524/ [email protected] Feb 8 – March 1 Tuesdays 6:30 – 9:00 Patricia Tamosetis Algonquin College 613-735-4700 ext 2735/

www.alonquincollege.com/pembrokePDPeterborough April 16 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 Craig Niziolek Him 705-740-2157/ [email protected] March 5 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 A. Murray & K. Armstrong Ashley 519-336-0941/ [email protected] Bay March 19 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 Jean Riddell Her 807-622-7790/ [email protected] Bay June 11 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 Jean Riddell Her 807-622-7790/ [email protected] Elgin Crinan November 29 Sunday 8:30 – 5:00 Regina Sheere Her 519-639-5672/ [email protected] CentreWest Elgin Crinan April 9 Saturday 8:30 – 5:00 Regina Sheere Her 519-639-5672/ [email protected] CentreWindsor April 15 & 16 Friday eve 6:00 – 9:00

& Saturday 9:00 – 4:00 F. Hartleib & S. Parrott Flo Hartleib 519-974-2157/ [email protected]

LEVEL 2LOCATION DAY(S) DATE TIME TEACHER CONTACT PHONE EMAILBarrie/Orillia April 16 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 Arlene Cugelman Her 705-790-0159/ [email protected] March 18 & 19 Friday eve 6:30 – 9:30 Alison Cooke Her 613-395-3691/ [email protected]

& Saturday 8:30 – 4:30Chatham February 20 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 Charlotte Harris Her 519-351-1025/ [email protected] Lake February 14 Sunday 8:45 – 5:50 Patricia Tamosetis Her 613-625-2277/ [email protected] Health SciencesMcMaster Site January 31 Sunday 8:30 – 4:30 Laura Pokoradi Her 905-385-9217/ [email protected] May 4 Wednesday 8:30 – 5:00 Shirley Boon Her 705-789-7434/ [email protected] April 30 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 Carole Wray Her 519-668-0272/ [email protected] Falls March 10 - 31 Thursday evenings 7:00 – 9:30 Doreen Sullivan Her 905-354-8873/ [email protected] November 28 Saturday 8:30 – 4:30 Jo-Anne Lacroix-Campling Her 705-229-9013/ [email protected](between Barrie & Orillia)Ottawa May 1 Sunday 8:30 – 4:30 Gail Lafortune Her 613-834-4524/ [email protected] Feb 8 – March 1 Tuesdays 6:30 – 9:00 Patricia Tamosetis Algonquin College 613-735-4700 ext 2735/

www.alonquincollege.com/pembrokePDPeterborough April 17 Sunday 9:00 – 5:00 Craig Niziolek Him 705-740-2157/ [email protected] April 2 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 A. Murray & K. Armstrong Ashley 519-336-0941/ [email protected] May 13 & 14 Friday eve 6:00 – 9:00 F. Hartleib & S. Parrott Flo Hartleib 519-974-2157/ [email protected]

& Saturday 9:00 – 4:00

LEVEL 3 (Recommended to be taken a minimum of six months after Level 1)LOCATION DAY(S) DATE TIME TEACHER CONTACT PHONE EMAILBarrie/Orillia November 29 Sunday 9:00 – 5:00 Arlene Cugelman Her 705-790-0159/ [email protected] March 19 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 Charlotte Harris Her 519-351-1025/ [email protected] Lake January 16 Saturday 8:45 – 5:50 Patricia Tamosetis Her 613-625-2277/ [email protected] December 5 Sunday 8:30 – 4:30 Laura Pokoradi Her 905-385-9217/ [email protected] Health February 13 Saturday 8:30 – 4:30 Laura Pokoradi Her 905-385-9217/ [email protected] McMaster SiteHuntsville March 15 Tuesday 8:30 – 5:00 Shirley Boon Her 705-789-7434/ [email protected] May 14 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 Carole Wray Her 519-668-0272/ [email protected] May 6 & 7 Friday eve 6:30 – 9:30 Alison Cooke Her 613-395-3691/ [email protected]

& Saturday 9:00 – 5:00Ottawa April 16 Saturday 8:30 – 4:30 Gail Lafortune Her 613-834-4524/ [email protected] March 6 Sunday 9:00 – 5:00 Craig Niziolek Him 705-740-2157/ [email protected] Jan 9 & 10 Sat & Sun 9:00 – 5:00 Diane May Laura Pokoradi 905-385-9217/ [email protected] May 14 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 A. Murray & K. Armstrong Ashley 519-336-0941/ amurray.elementsoflight@gmailcomWindsor December 4 & 5 Friday eve 6:00 – 9:00 F. Hartleib & S. Parrott Flo Hartleib 519-974-2157/ [email protected]

& Saturday 9:00 – 4:30Windsor January 16, 2016 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 Claire Massicotte Her 519-948-9453/ [email protected] June 17 & 18 Friday eve 6:00 – 9:00

& Saturday 9:00 – 4:00 F. Hartleib & S. Parrott Flo Hartleib 519-974-2157/ [email protected]


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PRACTICE DAYSLOCATION DAY(S) TIME DATE TEACHER CONTACT EMAIL PHONEBelleville April 23 Saturday 8:30 – 4:30 Alison Cooke Her [email protected] 613-395-3691Guelph February 20 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 Deb Gould Her [email protected] 519-846-2770Guelph April 8 Friday 9:00 – 5:00 Valerie Morrell Her [email protected] 519-821-4006Guelph April 9 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 M. Craig/E. MacKay Evelyn MacKay [email protected] 519-822-4174Toronto February 28 Sunday 9:30 – 5:00 Crystal Hawk Her [email protected] 416-922-4325Thunder Bay July TBA Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 Jean Riddell Her [email protected] 807-622-7790Windsor January 16 Saturday 9:00 – 5:00 Sharron Parrott Her [email protected] 519-258-0440

WORKSHOPS FOR CONTINUING EDUCATIONBEYOND THE BASICSPrerequisite – Level 3

LOCATION DAY(S) DATE TIME TEACHER CONTACT EMAIL PHONEBurlington April 30 & May 1 Sat & Sunday 9:00 – 5:00 Diane May Mary Simpson [email protected] 905-825-0836

Huntsville May 14 & 15 Sat & Sunday 9:00 – 5:00 Diane May Shirley Boon [email protected] 705-789-7434

Windsor May 28 & 29 Sat & Sunday 9:00 – 5:00 Diane May Sharron Parrott [email protected] 519-258-0440

SPIRIT OF THE MOMENT: MEDITATION AND THERAPEUTIC TOUCH®

Prerequisite – Level 2 or 3 years experience

LOCATION DAY(S) DATE TIME TEACHER CONTACT EMAIL PHONEOttawa February 6 Saturday 8:30 – 4:30 Gail Lafortune Her [email protected] 619-834-4524

Members of the Chatham Practice Group were honoured to host thefinal Therapeutic Touch® career teaching workshop of EvelynMackay. We wish her well in her retirement from teaching – but weare most certain that she will keep busy!

24 participants attended this workshop- drawn by her reputation as a lively,knowledgeable teacher, her experience as a compassionate Practitionerand her passion for the Therapeutic Touch Network of Ontario.

Evelyn’s workshop, re-experienced by some, led us through thedecision-making process of facing a terminal diagnosis. Evelyn’smany insights into handling the varied emotional states of the dyingclient as well those who are affected by the diagnosis are valuableto anyone volunteering in a hospice or palliative situation. Herresponses to these situations varied from asking the right questionto allow the client to clarify their feelings to sure-footedly reassuringothers that she is in charge and all will be well.

Evelyn willingly shares her wisdom and experience with those aroundher and I am certain that she will continue to find a way to do so.

I can only speak for myself. My intention is to incorporate herteachings into my practice in the appropriate circumstances. Knowingthat her wisdom is available to me to draw from is reassuring.

Adieu on behalf of all of your students- a fond farewell, Evelyn. Feelfree to re-create yourself!

Charlotte Harris RT

THE LAST GIFT - A PEACEFUL TRANSITION


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It’s a glorious Fall day as I sit at my computer to write this column. The sun is shining and life is good!

I’m going to begin with one of my own submission. I was very pleased to receive recognition for the Therapeutic Touch volunteer work I do at Hill HouseHospice in Richmond Hill by Anne-Marie Dean the Executive Director of Care. During her presentation Care, Compassion and Communication at MackenzieHealth Center’s Palliative Care Day in October, Anne-Marie graciously acknowledged the importance of the work of the Complementary Therapy Team attheir facility. I was both please and touch by her words.

The next submission is not about Therapeutic Touch but none the less I am going to include it as it is wonderful news from our member Roslyn Levin. Thoseof you who know Roslyn are aware that she is a fine artist. Recently Roslyn was honoured to receive the following recognition: The Peoples Favourite ArtistAward at the 6th Annual Brushfire Artists Exhibit as well as the City of Orangeville's Arts and Culture Established Artist of the Year Award. Roslyn’s work isalso on display in the window of Dragonfly Art at 189 Broadway, Orangeville, Ont. Congratulations Roslyn!

Next in comes from Marlene George regarding the Zoomer Show this past Oct 31th and November 1st. The following TTNO members joined Reflexologistsand Reiki practitioners in offering Complementary Therapies to attendees at the show: Annefrances Morris; Donna Saunders; Pamela Kaufman; JosephMcAleer; Judith Friedman;

Mary Biedermann and Marlene George.

Here’s a breakdown of the number of sessions that were given. As you will see, Therapeutic Touch was extremely popular:Saturday Oct 31st Sunday Nov 1st

Reflexology 51 36 Reiki 97 72 Therapeutic Touch 124 105 Total for the day 272 213

Well done everyone! You were very busy indeed!

I turn now to Chris Wall’s submission. Chris writes “North Simcoe Muskoka Hospice Palliative Care Network presented: “ The Importance of Partnershipsin Palliative Care” at Casino Rama Conference Centre, Orillia, on Tuesday May 26th and Wednesday May 27th, 2015.

Practitioners that provide complimentary therapy sessions were invited to attend Tuesday evening to offer their various therapies covering TherapeuticTouch, Energy Healing, and Reiki. In attendance for Therapeutic Touch were Shirley Goyea (Bracebridge), Mary Jane Phillips (Baysville), Chris Wall(Huntsville) and Arlene Cugelman and Linda Hart (Barrie).

All practitioners were given the chance to attend any of the workshops during the day and partake of the wonderful buffets that were offered.

A long day for some, “Take Time for Tuesday” was well attended. From 6pm to 7pm the Therapeutic Touch practitioners were kept busy. On the whole itwas a learning experience, well attended by approximately 200 people.

Also in attendance was The Reverend S. Derek Shelly, minister of Trinity United Church in Huntsville, selling copies of his novella “Dying to Live”. This is afictional novel about issues often confronted by those at end of life, as well as their families. Using both humour and events drawn from real life, the authorhas compiled a story of hope, encouraging us to realize that death is not to be feared.”

Sounds like a wonderful day Chris. Thank you for telling us about it. Congratulations to all who were involved.Mary Simpson has forwarded the following letter from Eric Hellman. Eric wrote:

Hello Third-Tuesday TTers,"The time has come," the Walrus said, "to talk of many things:Of shoes, and ships, and sealing-wax... of cabbages, and kings...”(from The Walrus and The Carpenter by Lewis Carroll)

And my time has come to say “adieu”...

As some of you know, I am moving to Vancouver next month. (Spirit has called me back.)So, it is with mixed feelings I say that next Tuesday will be my last TT group with all of you...

Thanks for the opportunity to be part of your wonderful, intrepid group of TT explorers :)I have enjoyed our conversations, gatherings and treatments immensely...

I also hear that we are now confirmed to meet at the Adult Learning Centre again - so I look forward to seeing some of you there!All the best, Eric

Eric has long been involved in the TTNO. He is a photographer and has created some wonderful posters for hospice work. Best of luck in your new endeavoursout west Eric. You will be missed.

I finish today with this lovely thank you letter from Judith Schweers of the CCTTNS sent from her to Crystal Hawk who forwarded to me. I’ll let the letter speaks for itself:

The Therapeutic Touch Word is Out!Where we’ve been... who we’ve been talking to...Compiled by Jodi Cole 905-731-4713 Email: [email protected]


Dear Crystal,I wish to thank you for your amazing efforts to get the BCTTNS and Therapeutic Touch in general, represented at the latest CAIET Conference in Victoria.It was an experience of a lifetime. The BCTTNS had a booth with the vendors and offered Therapeutic Touch during the entire conference. It was a fantasticopportunity to introduce Therapeutic Touch to a much wider audience on the West Coast.

Also, Sharon and her husband said to be sure and let us know that they went out of their way to accommodate our needs, especially when it came to findingroom for the massage tables in the vendors area. Many thanks once again for being the motivating spark to light our fire to such an incredible experience.

Yours in loving Touch,

Judith

A lovely tribute and acknowledgement. Well done Crystal.The rest of my column comes from our website as reported to Alison Cooke in News and Event. Lots of great things happening. Take a look.

We're in the News!

Check out the Ontario Long Term Care website for this month. Melanie Cannons, Life Enrichment manager, and AlisonCooke, Recognized Practitioner, submitted an article about the twenty years that Stirling Manor has incorporated TherapeuticTouch into their programming. The article is highlighted athttp://www.oltca.com/OLTCA/OLTCA/Public/Good_News/TherapeuticTouchStirlingManor.aspx

Therapeutic Touch at "Rediscover Me", October 2 in Picton

The Carrying Place Practice group, joined by members of the Belleville Practice Group, once againprovided Therapeutic Touch sessions for the participants at "Rediscover Me" in Picton, October 2

This day, hosted by The Alzheimer Society of Belleville-Hastings-Quinte gave caregivers a chanceto relax and forget about the stress and strain of looking after their loved ones with the disease.Attendees enjoyed several optional activities: expressive art, jewellery making, reflexology,Therapeutic Touch, scrabble or just chatting with friends in the common room.

Therapeutic Touch Comes to Kingston Hospice

Kingston Hospice is getting their volunteers prepared for their new residential facility, expected to be completedby 2017. Therapeutic Touch is planned to be a part of their care program. On Thursday & Friday, September 10& 11 five volunteers took the Level 1 workshop with Alison Cooke, RT. They are now keen to practice on familyand friends so that they can add Therapeutic Touch to their hospice visits

Therapeutic Touch at the International Kinesiology Conference in BanffThe Canadian Association of Specialized Kinesiology hosted the International Kinesiology Conference in Banff, Alberta September 23 -27, 2015. Membersof the TTNA had a booth at which they distributed information about Therapeutic Touch. Dr. Chery Ann Hoffmeyer, TTNA teacher, presented a major paperat this conference on "The Therapeutic Touch Process as Exemplar of Confluence" which was the theme of the conference

Therapeutic Touch at The Canadian Hospice and Palliative Care Conference in Ottawa The Canadian Hospice and Palliative Care Conference was held in Ottawa, Ontario October 29 to November 1, 2015. The theme was 'New Challenges -New Horizons: Moving Forward'. The Ottawa Therapeutic Touch practice group distributed Therapeutic Touch brochures and provided other information. Aswell, Dr. David Maginley, a chaplain and ATTN member did a webinar on Spirituality. Dr. Maginley teaches Therapeutic Touch and uses it in his work at thehospice at Victoria General Hospital in Halifax.

Health Fair in Whitby The Whitby Practice Group were once again busy at the 2nd annual Health Fair put on by the Lion’s Head Hospital Women’s Auxiliary held August 15th.They had a display board and offered mini-sessions to a good number of those attending.

Well that’s pretty much it. Good work everyone and looking forward to hearing about your winter Therapeutic Touch adventures. Keep warm. Page 21

The Therapeutic Touch Word is Out!Where we’ve been... who we’ve been talking to...Compiled by Jodi Cole 905-731-4713 Email: [email protected]


THE MOST BEAUTIFUL MOONRISE TIME-LAPSE YOU'LL EVER SEE

Because of cloud cover many of us did not see the Full Blue Moon on July 31st. Here it is now for you to enjoy and share with others.

This beautiful time-lapse rise of the Full Blue Moon was captured miles away from Cape Byron Lighthouse, on Belongil Beach, Byron Bay,New South Wales, Australia. The head land and lighthouse at Byron Bay is the most easterly point of the Australian Mainland and thereforeis the first place in Australia to watch the full moon rise. This video is made up of 1038 frames and slowed down to as close to real timeas possible. The photographer has been working on perfecting this type of time lapse for over a year now after seeing the work of hisfavourite photographer Mark Gee. http://player.vimeo.com/video/137218768

THE TRUTH ABOUT CANCER.com

I watched a 9 part video entitled “The Truth About Cancer” and learned a great deal, mostly about prevention. I’m not sure that anythingis the REAL Truth about anything, but I found this worthwhile to watch and I certainly was inspired by the many respectable Oncologistsworking in many countries who focus on nutrition and supplements to deal with most cancers. I’ve taken their words, “Eat from the Rainbow”to heart. Vegetables and fruits of all colour now daily cover my lunch and dinner plates. Knowing that cancer tumours live on sugar mystudents at The Toronto Gilda’s Club and I think it unethical for sugar-y snacks to be served to cancer patients at the Princess MargaretHospital in Toronto. Perhaps you could check on your local hospital and see what they are serving cancer patients. You can Google “TheTruth About Cancer.com” and choose various methods to see this information.

AN ITALIAN LUNCH FOR LUCKY STUDENTS

A special Italian lunch in the school cafeteria, one I’m sure the children will never forget. Enjoy!https://www.youtube.com/embed/JNgCM7zp30M

MEDITATION CHANGES OUR BRAINS FOR THE BETTER

About 15 years of research have done more than show that meditation produces significant changes in both the function and structure ofthe brains of experienced practitioners. These studies are now starting to demonstrate that contemplative practices may have a substantiveimpact on biological processes critical for physical health.

In "Mind of the Meditator" by Matthieu Ricard, Antoine Lutz and Richard J. Davidson, brain imaging shows that when we master a task suchas playing an instrument or the advanced performance in a sport, specific parts of the brain are transformed -- certain neural pathwaysgrow and strengthen. Neuroscientists have now shown that the same is true for mastery of meditation with direct benefits for improvingfocus, overcoming depression, dealing with pain and cultivating emotional well-being.

A comparison of the brain scans of meditators with tens of thousands of hours of practice with those of neophytes and nonmeditators hasstarted to explain why this set of techniques for training the mind holds great potential for supplying cognitive and emotional benefits.

The discovery of meditation's benefits coincides with recent neuroscientific findings showing that the adult brain can still be deeplytransformed through experience. When we meditate, nothing changes in the surrounding environment but the meditator regulates mentalstates to achieve a form of inner enrichment, an experience that affects brain functioning and its physical structure. The evidence amassedfrom this research has begun to show that meditation can rewire brain circuits to produce salutary effects not just on the mind and the brainbut on the entire body.

Advanced meditators appear to acquire a level of skill that enables them to achieve a focused state of mind with less effort. These effectsresemble the skill of expert musicians and athletes capable of immersing themselves in the 'flow' of their performances with a minimal senseof effortful control.

Mind of the Meditator, Matthieu Ricard, Antoine Lutz and Richard J. Davidson. Scientific American,

CURRENT NEWS AND VIEWS FROM CRYSTAL HAWK416-922-4325 E-mail : [email protected] www.therapeutictouch.com

The PIPEDA (Privacy Act) requires that the Therapeutic TouchNetwork of Ontario (or any organization) has written permission to publish a person’s name and contact informationin inTouch.

Names in this section are included only if a signed PIPEDAform is on file with the Therapeutic Touch Network of Ontarioat the submission deadline.

ONTARIO THERAPEUTIC TOUCH™ NETWORKSRECOGNIZED TEACHERS

Teachers will travel to other areas on request.The Therapeutic Touch Network of Ontario sets is own

criteria for curriculum and teaching.* indicates a teacher of all levels.

(Information on this page is accurate at the time of printing)

Ajax: Janet Fallaize*, RN 905-683-9264Barrie: Arlene Cugelman*, RN 705-790-0159Belleville: Alison Cooke* 613-395-3691

Jean Dunnett 613-969-7483Brighton: Marian Wierenga 613-921-7595Carrying Place: Donna Logan Van Vliet*, RN 613-962-1004Chatham: Charlotte Harris 519-351-1025Elora: Deborah Gould*, RN 519-846-2770Golden Lake: Patricia Tamosetis* 613-625-2277Grimsby: Rose Phillip, BEd 905-309-4755Guelph: Mimi Craig*, B Ed 519-827-1819

Evelyn MacKay* 519-822-4174Michelle McMillan 519-837-0038Valerie Morrell* 519-821-4006

Glencoe: Regina Sheere 226-785-1894near Moffat: Martha Hoey 519-823-5847Hamilton: Laura Pokoradi*, RN 905-385-9217Huntsville: Shirley Boon*, RN 705-789-7434London: JoAnne Lacroix-Campling 519-474-0998

Jitka Malec*, RN 519-668-2409Carole Wray* 519-668-0272

Midland: Helen Will*, RN 705-534-1101Niagara Falls: Doreen Sullivan*, RDH 905-354-8873Oakville: Mary Simpson*, RN 905-825-0836Ottawa: Gail Lafortune*, RPN 613-834-4524Peterborough: Linda Nelson* 705-745-2849

Craig Niziolek* 705-740-2157Pickering: Karen Marks, RN 905-649-3030Sarnia: Ashley Murray* 519-336-0941

Kathy Armstrong* 519-354-8141Stouffville: Pamela Beach* 905-852-6440Toronto: Marlene Burfield*, RN 416-438-7720

Jodi Cole*,RN, M Ed 905-731-4713Crystal Hawk*, M Ed 416-922-4325Diane May* 909-553-2035Paula NeilsonMaria Rossiter Thornton*, RN 416-926-8944Julia von Flotow* 416-686-6463

Thunder Bay: Jean Riddell 807-622-7790Wawa: Aldona Mitrikas 705-856-1889Windsor: Penny Craig 519 727-4784

Flora Hartleib*, RN 519-974-2157Claire Massicotte*, RPN 519-948-9453Sharron Parrott*, RN 519-258-0440

Acton: Elinor Wagner 519-853-2423Ajax: Janet Fallaize 905-683-9264Aurora: Margaret Shearman 905-841-6059Barrie: Arlene Cugelman 705-721-1850Belleville: Nancy Sherk 613-395-2973Bolton: Diane Demidow 905-880-2220Bracebridge: Bonnie Blain 705-646-1155

Shirley Goyea 705-645-4492Bramalea: Gabriele Boer 905-791-8637Brampton: Lillian Hutchinson 905-457-2211Brantford: Raymond Poole 519-753-4150Brockville: Audrey Harkness 613-348-3736Burlington: Lynda Hill 905-681-2575Carrying Place: Donna Logan Van Vliet 613-962-1004Chatham: Charlotte Harris 519-351-1025

Kathy Armstrong* 519-354-8141Collingwood: Nancy Lee Johnston 705-445-4032Etobicoke Cher Curshen 416-888-8852Elora: Deborah Gould 519-846-2770Gananoque: Elaine Davidson 613-382-3772Coburg: Susan Storry 905-372-3035Golden Lake: Patricia Tamosetis 613-625-2277Glencoe: Regina Sheere 226-785-1894Grimsby: Rose Philip 905-309-4755Guelph: Evelyn MacKay 519-822-4174

Trish Dean [email protected] Moffat: Martha Hoey 519-823-5847Haliburton: Marilyn Mighton 705-457-9560Hamilton: Laura Pokoradi 905-385-9217Huntsville: Tammy Chochslowsky 705-641-0537Kitchener: Peggy Hallman 519-885-5388London: Jitka Malec 519-668-2409Midland: Helen Will 705-534-1101Mississauga: Debbie Abate 905-712-8119 x225Niagara Falls: Pierrette Guise 905-356-2884North Bay: Jocelyne Greenfield [email protected]

Rita Sutherlang [email protected]: Mary Simpson 905-825-0836Ottawa: Gail Lafortune 613-834-4524Owen Sound: Lynne Rusk 519-534-1234Parry Sound: Anna Brisson 705-342-5769Pembroke: Berlyne Mills 613-687-2921Peterborough: Linda Nelson 705-745-2849

Craig Niziolek 705-740-2157Port Perry/Uxbridge: Helen Thompson 905-852-5929Sarnia: Ashley Murray* 519 336-0941Sault Ste. Marie: Margaret Saarela 705-759-2024Stouffville: Marita Concil 905-642-4237Thunder Bay: Jean Riddell 807-622-7790Toronto: Julia Von Flotow 416-686-6463Wawa: Aldona Mitrikas 705-856-1889Welland: Louise Aikman 905-938-2345Whitby: Lynn Vukosavljevic 905-668-9683Wiarton: Maureen Smith 519-534-3574Wilno: Karen Schimansky 613-756-6172Windsor: Flo Hartleib 519-974-2157

TTNOPRACTICE/SUPPORT GROUPS

The people listed below will give you informationabout Practice/Support Groups.

TTNC Board of Directors 2015President Marion Cameron, TTNASecretary Paulette Deveau, BCTTNSTreasurer Barbara Stone, ATTN

Jean Gurnet TTNHVP Administration Stelle Pruden MTTN

Cecilia Csima TTNQPeter Cheshire TTNO

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