We went out as a family and ate Chinese food about a week ago and inside my fortune cookie I had this fortune:  "Don't be afraid to take a big step.  You can't cross a chasm in two small jumps".  Interesting.  I took this to be something special to myself and my company so in not being afraid to take a big step we have added the words "We are a Global Teaching Company.
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We Teach Iridology and Alternative Health Throughout the World" to our web site and correspondence.  Even though we have been teaching globally for years, it's now something special when you actually embody the words and have them become a part of who you are.  We wish to continue to teach iridology and alternative health throughout the world and this further shows our commitment.  Also in not being afraid to take a big step, we are announcing a new iridology course in this newsletter.  Pay close attention to the next item in this newsletter about the "New" Become Certified as an "Advanced Iridology Practitioner" Online Course announcement.  It's all Very exciting for us here at Joyful Living Services!

On a personal note, June is very important to me not only because my son is graduating from 8th grade and soon moving on to high school but it's also the birthday month of myself, my son, my daughter, my husband, my brother and his wife, my nephew, my niece, and my other sister-in-law.  Happy Birthday to us all!  It's also special because it's a beautiful time of year.  The lakes here in the foothills are full of water and it's warm enough to go swimming.  I can't wait to put our boat in the water and go knee boarding and water skiing.  It's my favorite time of year!  Happy Summer!

There has been a huge interest in alternative health and iridology.  A lot of people are changing professions and getting certified.  Please help me congratulate the following Joyful Living Services' course graduates who have completed their courses and become certified over the last few months.
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Certificate of Completion from Advanced Iridology Concepts and New Research Course in Sacramento, CA

Sylvia Estrada
Orlando, FL
Telephone:  321-205-3485
E-mail:  sylviaestrada82@gmail.com

James Phillips, Jr., DC, BS
Reno, NV
Telephone:  775-857-7207
E-mail:  jhphillips18@gmail.com

Lona Smith
Life-n-Motion
Dallas, TX
Telephone:  469-583-3043
E-mail:  lona@thejoyfulnaturopath.com

Tricia Wade
Farmersville, TX
Telephone: 972-408-6963
E-mail:  tricia@triciawade.com

The above graduates and previous graduates are available for referrals on our web site at http://www.joyfullivingservices.com/referrals.html 

Information on our courses can be found at http://www.joyfullivingservices.com/courses1.html

You are welcome to sign up for the monthly payment plan for our Certified Iridology Course Series.  This payment plan is available when you are ordering just the iridology course series and is NOT available with any other specials such as free courses attached to the series.  The payment plan is $150/month US dollars and will start with your first payment when you make it.  The 2nd payment will need to be made the following month and the 3rd payment will need to be made the month after that.  You are welcome to make the payments closer together if you wish.  We will give you permission to the online manuals as you pay for the course and you will receive the DVDs as you pay as well.  To sign up and start your monthly payment go to:  http://www.joyfullivingservices.com/iridology-courses.html ​

Meerschaum is a German word that describes a soft white mineral.  The literal meaning of the word is sea foam.

It is extremely white, like the meerschaum mineral.

Usually a bit jagged and indented closely in toward the pupil.

Looks like it's covered with snow.

White means a potential for acidity, irritation, and/or inflammation.

In this case the entire nervous system is affected as well as the bowel and digestive tract.

Emotionally these people tend to be nervous, intense, often hyperactive and on edge.

Physically they often suffer from abdominal spasms and intestinal cramping.

They burn up minerals quickly.

Without minerals, acids are produced.  Stomach acids are common as well as gastro-esophageal reflux, and ulcers.
Babies and children with the wreath have colic and stomach aches.

Epilepsy is considered by many to represent a genetic tendency of those with this wreath.

Epilepsy may be accompanied by a mineral deficiency of magnesium.
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Therapies that soothe and calm the nervous system are crucial such as yoga, deep abdominal breathing, learning to pace oneself, and quiet meditation.  These people should avoid loud noises and highly stressful jobs.  Foods should include plenty of alkalinizing vegetables and vegetable juices.  Nerve tonics made of wild lettuce, hops, valerian, scullcap, and skunk cabbage have been traditionally used to sooth the nerves.  Taking liquid minerals and trace minerals for better absorption is helpful.

This collarette is always thick and ropey.

It is raised when viewed under magnification and will look like a mountain range sloping down toward the nutritive zone.

In some people this wreath will be so raised that it will appear as if it is almost disconnected from the iris surface.


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Emotionally these people seem to have a lot of energy and strong conviction in life due to increased nerve energy but they often over-expend their nerve energy and go until they drop from exhaustion.

Physically there is often fermentation in the gut with overactive peristalsis swinging to underactive motility at times.
Adrenal and pancreatic disturbances often accompany this sign with food swings and blood sugar highs and lows.

A nutritional plan should include high quality digestive enzymes taken just before meals.  Small nutritious meals of high quality foods that break down slowly and help to balance the blood sugar should be eaten throughout the day.  This person should strictly avoid sugar and high glycemic foods, caffeine, and alcohol.  Calming music and gentle exercises will help to soothe the nervous system.

​There are times in our life that stress gets the best of us and begins to wear us down. This is when your nervous system will send out an SOS call for additional nutritional support for your nervous system. The following herbal formulas naturally contain the B-vitamins and magnesium the body needs for a healthy nervous system. In addition, they contain wonderful herbal properties which help sustain us through the stress.

​SUMA combination (#1088) - combines several adaptogen herbs along with herbs that strengthen your immune system and help your mind stay alert. What a great combination for stress. We have all been in the place where stress builds up and we push ourselves too hard. Soon we find our immune system begins to weaken. Suma combination supports this situation perfectly. This formula contains Echinacea and Astragalus which stimulate your immune system to be on alert for invaders. Suma bark and Eleuthero are adaptogen herbs which support your energy and ability to handle stress. While Ginkgo and Gotu kola are added to provide “brain food” to help with concentration and memory while under stress.  

On an emotional level the herbs in Suma combination help to lift our negative emotions out of a downward spiral. Its herbs have a vibration which affect our physical, mental and emotional bodies to raise our personal vibrations to a higher frequency.  This herbal combination helps us get back on our path and awakens our artistic and creative energy.

Stress-J (#1084-1) - On a physical level this formula is excellent to calm nervous tension and anxiety. It is very helpful for those who send their tension into their gut as it contains herbs which break up gas and relax, in the intestinal system.  Stress-J formula helps to quiet the racing mind as it is thought to increase levels of the amino acid compound GABA which helps lower excessive brain activity and improving sleep quality. I often take this formula in the evening for this reason. When I feel stressed, I take 3 with dinner (remember it helps digestion) and 3 more a little closer to bedtime. Stress-J is a good formula to take in conjunction with a liver cleanse because it helps to calm an agitated liver (Wood energy). The key herb in this formula is Passion flower which seems to help balance many female menopausal concerns like hot flashes and anxiety.  Making it an excellent sleep choice for many women.

On an emotional level, Stress-J helps you to clarify your thoughts and calm your heart. On an energetic level these herbs help you to release your fears and reach upward through whatever you are going through.

Essential Fatty Acids - Essential fatty acids are necessary for all cellular functions, and particularly for the brain and nervous system. They help to control what can enter the cell, as well as removing waste products from the cell. A lack of these good fatty acids has a dramatic impact on mood, behavior, and mental function. A small deficiency of these fatty acids can cause impaired ability to learn and recall information. When Fatty acids are low, the protective coating around your nerves can break down and leave your nerves feeling "frazzled". Foods that are high in essential fatty acids include salmon, mackerel, herring, raw nuts and seeds. I recommend people supplement with 1 or 2 capsules of fish oils or flax seed oil daily, in addition to adding the above foods to their diet.
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Essential Oils- I love to use essentials oils daily to support my moods and balance my nervous system. Nature's Sunshine's new roll-on blends are wonderful! Refuge blend is a favorite of mine, it is so soothing and earthy (#21579). The Shine blend is uplifting and fresh, it has strong hints of lemon combined with peppermint, rosemary and cedar (#21582).  Inspire blend is more soothing and it has hints of citrus combined with spearmint and peppermint (#3871). It's good to note that the oils you find yourself attracted to and smell wonderful, will change along with your moods. If you are as "calm as a cucumber" you are not likely to like the smell of Refuge blend.  And if you are feeling fatigued then Shine blend might smell fantastic to you.  Your sense of smell is guiding you to the oils you need most. 

Blessings,

Valerie Greguire
Intuitive Health Consultant
Certified Herbalist
​Color, Light and Sound Healing Therapist

www.RestoringLight.com