Chakra 4: A charming herb tea house/apothecary, organic vegan raw food restaurant

Phoenix, Arizona. 20th Street/Camelback, in the shopping plaza on the Southeast corner. Past Trader Joe's.

We all joined for a lovely Sunday afternoon brunch. My fellow raw foodie Emma, Jen, Ally, Sarah, Sarah, and Holly, along with Sarah's boyfriend.

I ordered a calming, soothing chai tea with almond milk, agave, and kava kava. As my entree I ordered a kale wrap with blueberry spinach filling, which was surprisingly tasty.

Service took a bit longer than I would have liked but I loved the food, tea, and ambiance. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who likes this type of food.

I hope this restaurant does well. The biggest challenge I see is attracting enough clientele because it is not easy to find, and unless a friend had told me about it I would have been in the dark. It is not visible from the street. Apparently this restaurant has been around for a while.

But I am sure the seekers of this quality cuisine and the higher nutritional lifestyle will find this place. "When the student is ready the teacher appears."

Get Showered with "Deeksha" Oneness Blessing

For the past few months I have attended almost weekly the Oneness Blessings offered Thursday nights at the Yoga center in Scottsdale.

The Scottsdale group is a circle facilitated by my brain state conditioning practitioner Hilary Bee, along with other certified Oneness instructors.

The attendees, usually two dozen or so, sit in a semi circle, introduce themselves, set intention, and then sit and receive blessings from the other half dozen practitioners. When they feel complete, they lay down on a mat and continue to rest. Beautiful music is played meanwhile.

The event starts at 7:30 and usually ends 8:30PM on thursday Nights. Address is 2334 N. Scottsdale Road, on the oak plaza, west side of Scottsdale Rd, just south of thomas. Love donation offering.

What is the Oneness Blessing?
The Oneness Blessing (also known as Oneness Deeksha or Diksha) is a non-denominational benediction. A unique and specific blessing. It is the transfer of Divine Energy which, over time is designed to bring about the state of Oneness in the recipient. This energy has been brought to the world through Divine Grace and is being bestowed upon humanity.

What happens during the Oneness Blessing?
The Oneness Blessing initiates a neurobiological change in the brain that when complete enables the senses to be free from the interference of the mind. When the senses are unclouded by the mind’s interpretations, a natural clarity of perception occurs with accompanying spontaneous feelings of joy, inner calmness and connection to the Oneness in everything.

How is the Oneness Blessing transferred? What might I experience?
Oneness Blessing is transferred by the Oneness Facilitator by placing his or her hands onto the crown of your head, usually for about 1 minute. Experiences during the Oneness Blessing vary, sometimes strong, sometimes subtle, sometimes delayed until even days later. The recipient may experience a tingling sensation in the head, or blissful energy flowing through the body, or sometimes nothing at all. Whatever the experience, the recipient can trust that the process of Oneness has begun, a process designed by Divine Grace for your own nature that will lead gradually (or sometimes spontaneously) into your own Awakening.

Who can offer the Oneness Blessing to others?
The Oneness Blessing can be transferred by anyone who has received the transmission and training during a special process at the Oneness University in India or at the new Oneness University campus on Fiji. These people are often referred to as Oneness Facilitators or Oneness Blessing Givers. The Oneness Blessing Giver then works, as an empty vessel, for the energy to transfer to the recipient.

Can anyone receive the benefits of the Oneness Blessing?
Yes. It is not necessary to attend the Oneness University in order to receive the benefits of the Oneness Blessing. Most adults and children can receive the Oneness Blessing at any time. The exceptions are: Pregnant women after 16 weeks and people suffering from serious psychological illness.

What about if I wish to become a Oneness Facilitator and give the Oneness Blessing to others?
Then it is necessary to attend the Level 1 Course at the Oneness University.

Does the Oneness Blessing adhere to any particular religion or belief?
The Oneness Blessing does not adhere to any religion, nor any particular belief nor spiritual path. The Oneness Blessing is given each day to people all over the world, people of all races, all religions, all spiritual beliefs or no spiritual beliefs, and to people of all nationalities. It is not necessary to change one's religion, nor adopt a new guru or spiritual master to receive the Oneness Blessing - nor to offer the Oneness Blessing to others.

Why has the Oneness Blessing come at this time?
Our planet, and all of humanity, is currently undergoing a major evolutionary transformation. This is impacting our environment, our social structures, and our individual and collective consciousness. The co-founders of the Oneness University, Sri Bhagavan and Sri Amma, are here to help with this transformation.

For more information you can visit the oneness university at Onenessblessing.com

A simple daily diet secret from my 107 year young friend BigDaddy

My dear friend and mentor Dr. Bernando "BigDaddy" LaPallo, born 1901. He is still alive and well and looking half his age. We will share one of his most important dietary secrets.

It's So simple that you will probably ignore it and go on with your life. But if you ignore it, you may miss out on a simple breakthrough that could have revolutionized your health, and prevented unnecessary suffering and disease.

So I will convey it anyway: Consistency.

Since the 1970s, LaPallo has ingested a particular breakfast drink called "SuperFood". He has done this like clockwork, without fail, for 30+ years. First thing every morning.

Its a proprietary blend developed by Dr. Schultze, and LaPallo actually collaborated with and has stayed in touch with Scultze over the years and provided ongoing input.

One may argue that LaPallo may still be alive and healthy without having taken this superfood. But he outlived one of his sons, who passed on when he was in his 80s. His son drank alcohol, smoked, and did not adhere to such simple but vital nutritional habits such as superfood.

LaPallo and Schultze will share with you countless stories involving seemingly miraculous cures and health benefits from their clients and patients who have used this product consistently and benefited. In fact, one of LaPallo's clients in her 60s had some minor weight problems when she began taking the superfood daily. Years later, she introduced herself to LaPallo again, and she was so transformed he almost didn't recognize her! She was slim and radiant.

I've begun taking superfood a few days after I met LaPallo, around October 2007 when I first met him. He was a speaker at a rawfood potluck on a Saturday around that time. I take it every day without fail. And if I am traveling I take superfood tablets. Plus I hear there are mini-portable blenders that are easy to transport, so you can have your blend whereever you are in the world.

My skin and eyes are clear. My energy level is high, and I don't find myself having much of any food cravings during the rest of the day because the superfood helps stabilize my blood sugar. Breakfast is considered the most important meals of the day, and I refuse to have even a day go by without it.

To make the superfood, you put 1 cup orange juice, 1 cup water, up to 1 cup fruits, and 2 T superfood. If you don't follow these simple instructions you won't like the taste and you won't find it palatable. Others who do not follow this I personally know, don't stick to it.

It contains all the essential nutrients, especially high in B12, and consists of raw organic algae, greens, barley, etc. One client I know cannot take it because she has a thyroid problem and the superfood is high in iodine. So do consult with your health care provider of any risks.

There are other green blends on the market but I will stick to this one because of the benefits and history.

The consistency of doing this daily communicates to your body a steady supply of fresh organic nutrition. I hardly take any other supplements--I don't need to, which cuts down on huge nutrition bills. Plus it only costs $1.30 per day. It more than pays for itself: short term you're not as hungry, so you will not waste money on impulse junk foods; and long term, you may spare yourself treatments that could cost you a fortune.

Bernando also implements consistency into his dietary habits by eating smaller portions at regular times during the day, e.g. 7AM, midday, and early afternoon. He usually doesnt eat after sunset, a practice that my rawfood physician Dr. Gabriel Cousens also discourages.

You can obtain superfood directly from Bernando in person, or from herbdoc.com