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6. IIn 2014, we proudly have built relationships with leaders
in the fields of water, oceans, wildlife and nature conservation,
human trafficking, international adoption and a childs right to a
permanent family, wildlife protection, and more. This year, we are
proactively combining our efforts to connect global causes and
cultures, so that you, our readers, will continue to be exposed to
wondrous accomplishments by not only leaders, but by people like
you, me, us. When I was envisioning PERREAULT Magazine, I wanted to
create an engaging and
immersivepublicationbyprovidingdiversity,richcontent,andthetoolstoengage.
The digital format provides the tools: in each publication, we
offer videos, films, music, talks, and hyperlinked text allowing to
donate, volunteer, and further be educated on the topics covered.
InthisFebruary-Marchissue,wearefeaturingConservationInternationalandtheir
campaignNatureIsSpeaking.Naturehasalottosay,alottosharewithus.Weinvite
youtowatchandlistencarefullytotheeightbeautifullyproducedmoviesaboutthe
soil, coral reef, flower, water, redwood, ocean, mother nature, and
the rainforest. Every person on Earth deserves a healthy
environment and the fundamental benefits that nature provides. But
our planet is experiencing an unprecedented degradation of these
resources (example: fracking), and it is only by protecting
natureanditsgiftsastableclimate,freshwater,healthyoceansandreliablefood
that we can ensure a better life for everyone, everywhere. In our
Help Support A Cause section, we are featuring Tusk Trust, an
organization established in response to the dire need of protecting
and preserving Africas natural heritage and wildlife, and
celebrating their 25th anniversary this year. With the recent
events in Paris - still fresh in the whole worlds memory - many
debates have arisen, the most notorious being the attack on Freedom
of Speech.
Completefreespeechmaynotexist.Infact,itcanbesubjecttothelawsofdifferent
countries.Perhapstherecenteventsprovokedustodefendourrighttobeprotected
frompeoplewhodonotwanttobepartofthegreaterconceptofbeingpeaceful,of
thesharedknowledgethathurtingothersdoesnotmakesenseinoursocieties,and
that we do not want to live in fear of attacks on people under any
circumstance. Long live freedom of expression, religious tolerance,
and cultural diversity. Je suis Charlie. from the Editor...
Perreault Magazine - 9 - We welcome your feedback/comments.
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RADER INTERVIEWED BY SVETLANA KIM NATURE IS SPEAKING CONSERVATION
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NEUROCONSERVANCY BY WALLACE J. NICHOLS 78 GLOBAL FUTURISM BY JACK
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SHANE Perreault Magazine - 11 - E N T HOMEOPATHY BY DR PAYAM HAKIMI
WORLD MUSIC BY JEFF BERGER EPIGENETICS BY STEVEN MANA TRINK FOOD BY
CHEF ALISON BALL-KILMER FLAT-OUT-FAB BY BRIGITTE PERREAULT CAUSES
HELP SUPPORT A CAUSE. GET INVOLVED. TRAVEL - VOLUNTOURISM BY
KIMBERLY HALEY-COLEMAN 118 100
9. BRIGITTE PERREAULT Kumi Naidoo, the International Executive
Director of Greenpeace, has been a leader in human rights, social
justice, and environmental activism for over three decades.
Originally from South Africa, he is the first African to head the
organization. After battling apartheid in South Africa in the 1970s
and 1980s through the Helping Hands Youth Organization, Naidoo led
global campaigns to end poverty and protect human rights. He is
also recognized internationally as a forceful advocate for gender
equity and against gender violence.
KumiNaidoobecameinvolvedintheSouth African liberation struggle at
the age of 15. He was deeply involved in neighborhood
organization,youthworkinhiscommunity, the underground movement, and
mass mobilizations against the apartheid regime. Recently, he has
led the Global Call for Climate Action, which brings together
environmental, aid, religious and human rights groups, labor
unions, scientists and others and has organized mass demonstrations
around climate negotiations. KUMI NAIDOO CONTRIBUTORS EDITOR IN
CHIEF ENVIRONMENT Perreault Magazine - 12 - Award-winning Activist
for Humanitarian & Environmental Causes, Brigitte is also an
Author, Art Curator, and Publisher. Her efforts with refugees and
survivors of state sponsored torture has been recognized by
'Worldwide Who's Who. She is the Founder of Humanitarian Art
Project, a unique platform devoted to help non-profit organizations
receive funding through Art. In 2013, Brigitte published her first
book titled 'Why is the sky blue?', a scientific book with an
important environmental message. Her book is used for classroom
projects and sold in Science Museums. She believes in being a good
steward for humanity and for the environment. "We all have a voice
and our signatures count. Together we are creating a new culture. A
culture of digital activism and conscious content." Brigitte serves
as a Leadership Member for the Global Symposium on Child Permanency
& International Adoption. The First Symposium was held at
Harvard in November 2014.
10. Combining his 20 years of training in Vibrational/Energy
Field Medicine and work as a Certified Master Hypnotherapist
centered on Personal Transformation, Mana has emerged as leading
force and visionary in the new science of Epigenetics. This is the
culmination of Manas Passion, Knowledge and Teachings, where
science meets spirituality. The Science of Epigenetics is a new
model of how our perception of any given thing, at any given
moment, can influence our brain chemistry, which, in turn, affects
the environment where your cells reside and controls their fate.
STEVEN MANA TRINK DR GERMAN GARCIA-FRESCO Dr. German Garcia-Fresco,
obtained his PhD. in Molecular Neurobiology at the University of
North Carolina. He has received numerous awards including the
President's Award for excellence in genetics and biochemistry. His
research has led to advances in the field of neurobiology,
contributing to mechanisms involved in neurodegenerative diseases.
His research has been featured in top scientific journals as well
as New York times and several news channels around the world. Over
the last few years he has been focused on the behavioral aspects of
brain functioning specifically decision making, emotional control
and creative enhancement, and is trying to develop techniques to
increase neuronal performance. CONTRIBUTORS EPIGENETICS
NEUROSCIENCE JACK ULDRICH Renowned global futurist, independent
scholar, sought-after business speaker, and best-selling author, in
addition to speaking on future trends, emerging technologies,
innovation, change management and leadership, Jack Uldrich is a
leading expert on assisting businesses adapt. He has served as an
advisor to Fortune 1000companiesandisnotedforhisability to deliver
provocative, new perspectives on competitive advantage,
organizational change and transformational leadership. GLOBAL
FUTURISM Perreault Magazine - 13 -
11. QUALITY OF LIFE EXPERT PETER SHANE CONTRIBUTORS Peter Shane
has been a successful entrepreneur since the early 1980's, and he
has helped transform tens of thousands of lives through his simple
Quality Of Life teachings. Since 1972, his dedicated study of
martial arts, meditation, nutrition and breath-work, along with his
interests in Eastern alternative healing, have taken him all over
the world in a life-long journey to master these arts and sciences.
As Host of Quality Of Life TV, his mission and joy in life, is
sharing his knowledge and his many secrets, which he eagerly passes
on, to give people from all walks of life the essential tools they
need to find optimal health, happiness, success and the best
possible Quality Of Life. HOMEOPATHY & OSTEOPATHY DR PAYAM
HAKIMI Dr. Hakimis philosophy has at its core the natural healing
process of a living organism. He believes Healing is a process by
which energetic, hormono-chemical, structural, physical,
emotional-mental, and spiritual aspects line up to produce balance
and harmony. A Board Certified Family Physician, Dr. Hakimi has had
diverse medical training and has combined his knowledge of western
medicine with specialized alternative medical modalities to create
an integrative and comprehensive medical practice. Dr. Hakimi has
tailored his treatment plans specifically in line with his holistic
approach and understanding of the human physique, physiology, and
psyche. Perreault Magazine - 14 - Dr. Wallace "J." Nichols is a
research associate at California Academy of Sciences and co-founder
of OceanRevolution.org, an international network of young ocean
advocates, of SEEtheWILD.org, a conservation travel network,
GrupoTortuguero.org, an international sea turtle conservation
network: and LiVBLUE.org, a global campaign to reconnect people to
our water planet. DR WALLACE J. NICHOLS NEURO- CONSERVANCY
12. JEFF BERGER Jeff Berger, (aka "Berger"), founded Dope Den
Productions in 2004. There, he set out to find emerging artists and
musicians to collaborate with, push the boundaries of music and
visual arts and ultimately, expose to the masses. "Dope Den" is
home to a dedicated group of artists, writers, musicians,
fashionistas, tastemakers and trendsetters whose efforts have
caught the attention of major corporations including: SOL Republic,
Android, Blackberry/RIM, MTV, VH1, Coke, Nike, Rane, Digidesign,
Sony Oxford, Garageband Remix
Jampack,LRG,Diesel/55DSL,UpperPlayground and Levis. MUSIC
CONTRIBUTORS Perreault Magazine - 15 - CHEF ALISON BALL KILMER
Alison Ball Kilmer is an entertainment executive who has reinvented
herself as a lifestyle expert for the conscious cook and urban
soul. Her popular blog Ali in the Valley is not only about healthy
cooking but also a reflection on her lifes journey with family
(including dogs) and a dedication to healthier, more organically
conscious eating. Committed to healing households one recipe at a
time! JOURNALIST SVETLANA KIM Svetlana Kim, Speaker, Author of
White Pearl and : A Memoir of a Political Refugee, consultant, and
Community Advocate. She is a host of the Radio Talk Show called "To
The Stars Through Adversity." Kim has been featured and profiled in
The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post,
MSN Money, MSNBC, Women's Life magazine in Seoul, Korea; the Asian
Fortune; Networking Times; NASDAQ's Closing Bell; and The Gazette,
a publication of theLibraryofCongress. Kimsharesherbusiness acumen
and managerial experience by serving on several boards of directors
and is a strong advocate for women across cultures.
13. GUEST CONTRIBUTOR Perreault Magazine - 16 - JEAN PALAMAR
DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT Expertise at identifying and
developing growth opportunities and managing key client
relationships. Skilled in sales and negotiations, and helps to
increase the presence of the publication to different markets,
groups, and cultures around the world. Interests focused on
Humanitarian, Environmental, Educational and Wildlife Global
Causes, and OCEANS. Jean contributes to our day-to-day research for
global causes and campaigns. TRAVEL GLOBEAWARE.ORG KIMBERLY
HALEY-COLEMAN Kimberly founded Globe Aware in 2000, a non-profit
organization that specializes in weeklong service-inspired
vacations around the globe. Globe Aware is available in 15
countries. Prior to founding Globe Aware, she was Vice President of
Business Development for an aerospace company, Space Services
International. Kimberly previously led Business Development for
Infotriever, which facilitated global contacts. As the Director of
International Business Development at Investools, she created
strategic international
relationshipsanddevelopedaglobalizationstrategytogivefreefinancialeducationtoolsto
millions. Frustrated by the difficulty to give time effectively in
needy communities within confines of
busylife,shebeganGlobeAwaretogiveWesternersaforumtoserveinameaningfulandfun
wayforboththerecipientcommunitiesandthevolunteer.ShewantsGlobeAwaretoserveas
alamptolightthatflameofinspirationinpeoplewhomightotherwisehaveverylittletimeto
give abroad.
14. Every single day, forests areas are cut, slashed and burned
, equal in size to 75,000footballfields.Foodconsumption is expected
to double by 2050, yet the pollinators are dying. Temperatures are
rising, coral reefs are dying, a third of the worlds fisheries are
threatened and hundreds of millions of people lack clean water to
drink. With increasing pollution all around the world and
increasing concerns over global warming, the world is gradually
becoming aware of the fact that nature should be conserved and
proper sustainable resources should be used for the increasing
needs of humans. Conservation International, (CI) now in its 3rd
decade, works towards building awareness for environmental concerns
with the goal of ensuring a healthy, productive planet for
everyone. CI does this through collaborative efforts, partnerships
and scientific field work, to establish a foundation to find global
solutions, and has launched various programs to reach out to the
world effectively. Their motto is that the world
needsnaturetothriveandnobodywould disagree with this fact. In every
breath, in everymealandinprettymucheverything
abouthumanlife,natureisalwaysthere.It is impossible to survive
without Nature and thus it is really important to conserve and use
its resources responsibly. Conservation International is much more
than just an entity working towards awareness of environmental
hazards, they also devise methods to do so. With new effective
inventions and collaborative work, they have truly inspired many
organizations and governments to take care of our Mother Nature.
Withahugeamountofexperienceintheir company portfolio and positive
results in over 25 countries around the world, Conservation
International and its team are the visionaries which this planet
needs for ensuring responsible use of resources. Their goals are
simple: Protect our natural wealth ,Foster effective governance,
and Promote sustainable production. In an effort to reach a large
number of people rather effectively and in an interesting and
engaging way, CI created their current powerful campaign entitled
NATURE IS SPEAKING. With the help of environmentally aware actors
like Penelope Cruz, Ian Somerhalder, Kevin
Spacey,JuliaRobertsandmanymore,they
havemadeshortfilmsdescribinghowthe world needs each and every
aspect of nature. The help of these advocates and their concern
over the environmental issues is commendable. by NATURE IS
SPEAKING. ARE YOU LISTENING? Perreault Magazine - 20 -
15. Species are the building blocks of Earth's life-support
systems. We all depend on them. Biodiversity underpins all life on
Earth. Without species, there would be no air to breathe, no food
to eat, no water to drink. There would be no human society at all.
AndastheplacesonEarthwherethemost biodiversity is under the most
threat, hotspots are critical to human survival. However, our
planets biodiversity, the vast array of life on Earth, faces a
crisis of historic proportions. Development,
urbanization,pollution,diseasetheyre all wreaking havoc on the tree
of life. Today, species are going extinct at the fastest rate since
the mass extinction of the dinosaurs. To stem this crisis, we must
protect the places where biodiversity lives. But species arent
evenly distributed around the planet. Certain areas have large
numbers of endemic species those found nowhere else. Many of these
are heavily threatened by habitat loss and other human activities.
These areas are the biodiversity hotspots, 35 regions where success
in conserving species can have an enormous impact in securing our
global biodiversity. The forests and other remnant habitats in
hotspots represent just 2.3% of Earths
landsurface.Butyoudbehard-pressedto find another 2.3% of the planet
thats more important. Whats a Hotspot? To qualify as a biodiversity
hotspot, a region must meet two strict criteria:
Itmusthaveatleast1,500vascularplants
asendemicswhichistosay,itmusthave a high percentage of plant life
found nowhere else on the planet. A hotspot, in other words, is
irreplaceable. It must have 30% or less of its original
naturalvegetation.Inotherwords,itmust be threatened. Around the
world, 35 areas qualify as hotspots. They represent just 2.3% of
Earths land surface, but they support
morethanhalfoftheworldsplantspecies
asendemicsi.e.,speciesfoundnoplace else and nearly 43% of bird,
mammal, reptile and amphibian species as endemics. The map of
hotspots overlaps extraordinarily well with the map of the natural
places that most benefit people. Thats because hotspots are among
the richestandmostimportantecosystemsin the world and they are home
to many vulnerable populations who are directly dependent on nature
to survive. Conservation International was a pioneer in defining
and promoting the concept of hotspots. In 1989, just one year after
scientist Norman Myers wrote the paper that introduced the hotspots
concept, CI adopted the idea of protecting these incredible places
as the guiding principle of their investments. For nearly two
decades thereafter, hotspots were the blueprint for CIs work.
Today, CIs mission has expanded beyond the protection of hotspots.
They recognize that it is not enough to protect species and places;
for humanity to survive and thrive, the protection of nature must
be a fundamental part of every human society. Continue on page 22
Conservation International biodiversity hotspots There are places
on Earth that are both biologically rich and deeply threatened. For
our own sake, we must work to protect them . Perreault Magazine -
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16. Conservation International 's work INVESTING IN NATURE
Nature provides vital, unmatchable and ongoing returns to all of
humanity. An investment in our planet is an investment in our
future. We cant protect our lands, waters and other natural
resources without long- term financial commitments. Thats why
Conservation International works to find
innovative,successfulandlastingwaysto fund conservation. Alongside
their partners, they are establishing endowments that fund
protected areas. CI is helping to relieve countries of their debts
in exchange for investments in important ecosystems. And they
channel funds to partner organizationsaroundtheworldsothey can find
innovative ways to make conservation happen. SCIENCE + INNOVA We
cant protect our planet, and the people who depend on it, unless we
understand it. Oursuppliesoffreshwateraredwindling. The sources of
our food are becoming more and more uncertain. Our planet is
warming. And hundreds of millions of people across the globe still
live in poverty. At Conservation International, they believe that
all of these problems are bound together and that science is
fundamental in finding the solutions. Their scientists are making
discoveries and developing tools that help governments and
businesses value the critical links between nature and human
well-being. They are carrying out science
thatmakesadifference,forpeopleandfor nature. Perreault Magazine -
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17. Julia Roberts, Harrison Ford, Kevin Spacey, Edward Norton,
Penlope Cruz, Robert Redford and Ian Somerhalder and Lupita Nyong'o
all join forces to give nature a voice. Watch the films and take
action. ATION WORKING WITH GOVERNMENTS
Naturesabilitytomeetourneedsforfood,
water,energyandotheressentialservices for human well-being requires
sound government policy and smart funding choices. Governments
around the world have adopted policies to protect wildlife, land,
fresh water, air and marine resources. With the unprecedented draw
down of critical natural resources, however, current policies
cannot keep pace with todays environmental challenges. Why is it
important? National and global security Depleting critical natural
resources can lead to instability, mass migration and regional
conflict. Water we drink From New York City to southwestern China,
governments are creating innovative ways for downstream water users
to pay upstream landowners to maintain and restore forest areas and
to prevent pollution. Livelihoods Governments around the world are
recognizing the value of nature to long- term employment and
prosperity, as well as the importance of natural resource
stewardship to economic and global security. Food we eat Around the
world governments are working with local communities, businesses
and nonprofit organizations toensurepropermanagementoftheseas and
lands so that they can support productive fisheries and farms.
Climate stability Conserving the worlds tropical forests is
essential for mitigating the impacts of climate change. In 2009,
the Government of Norway committed up to US $250 million to support
Guyanas efforts to promote sustainable economic development and to
mitigate climate change through protection of the countrys forests.
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48. Conservation International was founded with this simple
mantra as its driving force and focus: P EOPLE NEED NATURE TO
SURVIVE. This approach has been incredibly effective in the work of
CI to educate and inform society that it is in our own best
interest to protect the natural world-without it we cannot exist.
OUR HUMANIFESTO NATURE DOESNT NEED PEOPLE. PEOPLE NEED NATURE.
Human beings are part of nature. Nature is not dependent on human
beings to exist. Human beings, on the other hand, are totally
dependent on nature to exist. The growing number of people on the
planet and how we live here is going to determine the future of
nature. And the future of us. Nature will go on, no matter what. It
will evolve. The question is, will it be with us or without us? If
nature could talk, it would probably say it doesnt much matter
either way. We must understand there are aspects of how our planet
evolves that are totally out of our control. But there are things
that we can manage, control and do responsibly that will allow us
and the planet to evolve together. We are Conservation
International and we need your help. Our movement is dedicated to
managing those things we can control. Better. Country by country.
Business by business. Human by human. We are not about us vs. them.
It doesnt matter if youre an American, a Canadian or a Papua New
Guinean. You dont even have to be particularly fond of the ocean or
have a soft spot for elephants. This is simply about all of us
coming together to do what needs to be done. Because if we dont,
nature will continue to evolve. Without us. HERES TO THE FUTURE.
WITH HUMANS. Perreault Magazine - 54 -
49. THE BETTY AND GORDON MOORE CENTER FOR SCIENCE AND OCEANS
The Moore Center develops global solutions to keep our oceans
healthy and to in form global decision making. The Moore Center
develops solutions that support
decision-makersinmakingeffectivechoicesaboutnatureandhumanwell-being.
READ MORE POLICY CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENT AND PEACE Conservation
International's Policy Center for Environment and Peace was created
to help address conflicts over scarce and degraded natural
resources, and to form partnerships with governments, businesses
and communities. READ MORE CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP IN
BUSINESS
TheCenterleadsCI'seffortstopromotesustainablebusinesspracticesbyworking
with companies particularly those that have extensive global
footprints in industries like mining, energy and agriculture to
ensure that the production of vital goods and services is
sustainable and does not undercut nature's ability to support
humanity. READ MORE CALL TO ACTION SPREAD THE MESSAGE blog For
every use of #Nature IsSpeaking HP will dontate $1 to CI Perreault
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50. Perreault Magazine - 56 - "When you buy something made of
ivory, where does the money go?" This was the question posed by
Kathryn Bigelow when asked about her Public Service Announcement
short film,The Last Days of Ivory .The film, which examines the
crisis in elephant poaching and its link to terrorism, wascreatedby
Bigelow,ananimaladvocate and American film director and producer
(Zero Dark Thirty, The Hurt Locker) along with a team of fellow
filmmakers. The film and the website aim to put the illegal ivory
trade, and the terrorists who profit from it ,out of business. It
is a film watched in reverse chronology, taking the viewer through
the disturbing steps that lead to elephants being killed, having
their tusks removed,andtothesaleoftheirivoryforthe profit and
support of terrorist groups.The film is emotional, graphic and
powerful in its message. Theillegalivorytradeistodayabiggerissue
than ever before. LAST DAYS OF IVORY
51. The Facts: An elephant is murdered every 15 minutes. Over
30,000 elephants are killed by poaching every year. Elephants in
the wild could be extinct in 11 years. We CAN prevent the Last Days
of Elephants African terrorist groups use the sale of illegal ivory
to carry out attacks. Trafficking in endangered species is the 4th
largest illegal business in the world after drugs, weapons and
humans. A Letter from the Makers of Last Days: Last year we were
made aware of the very real connection between elephant poaching
and terrorism. For us, it represented the diabolical
intersectionoftwoproblemsthatareofgreatconcern-speciesextinction
andglobalterrorism.Bothinvolvethelossofinnocentlifeandbothrequire
urgent action. To make a feature film about such a topic would
likely take years during which more elephants would die, so instead
we got a team of fellow filmmakers together quickly and made what
you see here. We felt that by
makingitananimatedpiecewewouldgiveitabroaderaudience-besides,
theInternetisfilledwithgraphicimagesofslaughteredelephantsandyet
thekillingcontinues.Ourdesirewastohelptheviewerfocusonthetrailof
money as well as the trail of blood - a relationship that Interpol
and other groups unequivocally confirm.
Therearerealthingswecanalldotostopwildelephantsfromdisappearing
from our world while cutting off funding for some of the world's
most notorious terrorist networks. This site is here to help you
convert your anger, your sadness and your compassion into action.
Use it!
Anelephantdisappearsevery15minutes.Itisourhopethatthisfilmhelps to
bring an activist into existence at least that often. We can stop
this. We need your help. Perreault Magazine - 57 - The Last Days
Team Kathryn Bigelow Paul N.J.Ottosson Scott Z. Burns Peter Knights
Megan Ellison Rich Klein Sandra Rabins Matthew Budman Juan Zarate
VIEW MOVIE >
52. LAST DAYS Either we come together now to make these the
last days of ivory-f Created by Director Kathryn Bigelow, Writer
Scott Z. Burns Perreault Magazine - 58 -
53. S OF IVORY funded terrorism or we witness the last days of
elephants in the wild. s and Annapurna Pictures and in
collaboration with WildAid. Perreault Magazine - 59 -
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55. THE MAN WHO PLANTED TREES by Jean Giono, Michael McCurdy,
Andy Lipkis New Foreword by Wangari Maathai
TheManWhoPlantedTrees)isatimelesseco-fableaboutwhatonepersoncandoto
restore the earth. The hero of the story, Elzard Bouffier, spent
his life planting one
hundredacornsadayinadesolate,barrensectionofProvenceinthesouthofFrance.
The result was a total transformation of the landscape-from one
devoid of life, with
miserable,contentiousinhabitants,toonefilledwiththescentofflowers,thesongs
of birds, and fresh, flowing water. -Chelsea Green Publishing Jean
Giono Jean Giono, the only son of a cobbler and a laundress, was
one of France's greatest writers. His prodigious literary output
included stories, essays, poetry, plays, film
scripts,translationsandoverthirtynovels,manyofwhichhavebeentranslatedinto
English. Giono was a pacifist, and was twice imprisoned in France
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57. Perreault Magazine - 63 - by Rosamond works from her studio
in Oxfordshire. She has established a reputation as one of the UKs
leading wildlife sculptors and is widely featured in both national
and international press. Born in 1973, Rosamond grew up in the
south of England, enjoying a childhood
setagainsttheidyllicbackdropofboththe
NewForestandDorsetcoastline.Inspired
byhergrandmother,akeenartist,herlove of nature and an insatiable
desire to create, Rosamonds artistic endeavours were met with
success from an early age, in various art and design competitions
at local and national level. Rosamond is passionate about
conservation and has raised significant funds for conservation
projects, in particular through the sale of her highly acclaimed
African wildlife editions and in her role as affiliated sculptor to
Tusk Trust. Her sculptures are held in private
collectionsinBritain,Europe,theUSAand United Arab Emirates and she
appears in the latest edition of the prestigious Who s Who In Art,
published by Morven Press. BP: You are a conservationist and an
artist, and we clearly see that you combine both passions through
your work. As an artist, when did you begin exploring the shapes,
movements and elegance of animals? RL: I was brought up in the
South of England, in the counties of Dorset and Hampshire, with a
childhood spent exploring The New Forest National Park, the rugged
Purbeck coastline and the rolling countryside of English author and
poet, Thomas Hardy. I was therefore both in awe of and acutely
aware of my surroundings from a very young age, naturally
developing a passion for wildlife. As a child I would use every
opportunity to get closer to nature and I was fortunate enough to
have a family thatencouragedme. Istillrecallmyfather waking me
before sunrise one misty morningtotravelintotheforestaswehad found
an active badger sett only a few days earlier and were intrigued as
to its inhabitants. The excitement I felt crouching quietly with my
father, watching at close hand a family of badgers playing and
foraging was overwhelming and made me forget how cold it was and
how quickly time had passed. That same feeling has been
replicatedonalltheoccasionsthroughout
mylifesofarthatIhavebeenprivilegedto observe wildlife, whether its
watching a family of elephants crossing a clearing to
gettotheZambeziRiverinAfricaorababy rabbit sitting in my
Oxfordshire garden, ears alert and quivering. I store every
observation in my mind, I think, plan and see in picture form and
was encouraged throughthestudyofartasachildandlater, as an adult,
to replicate my observations on paper and, ultimately, in clay.
ROSAMOND LLOYD HER PASSION FOR ART AND WILDLIFE PROTECTION
58. BP: Whatsparkedyourloveandsupport for wildlife? RL:
Following on from the above, this was sparked at a very early age.
I am informed that my passion for conservation began at just short
of three years old, when I found what I clearly
thoughtwereacoupleofstarvingsnailsin my mothers garden and decided
to carefully transport them indoors and
placetheminthevegetablecompartment
ofthefridgeinourkitchentorevivethem! This early act of kindness
soon became a mission, as a child, to actively seek out wildlife in
distress, our home quickly becoming an animal hospital for injured
hedgehogs, chicks, baby owls and anything else I felt needed care
and rehabilitation! Now, as a parent myself, my desire to nurture
and care has been fulfilled in otherwaysbutmypassionforwildlifeand
conservation remains as strong as ever. I
amluckyenoughtobeabletochannelthis interest and passion through my
creative workwhich,inturn,hasledmetobecome
involvedinconservationonalargerscale, with my support of
conservation organisations like Tusk (www.tuskusa.c om) and WildAid
(www.wildaid.org), who are fighting to save our endangered
speciesinwhatisnowacriticalsituation. I made the decision early on
in my sculpture career that if I was going to be studying and
sculpting wildlife, particularly endangered species, I did not
simplywanttobeapassiveobserverofmy
subjectmatter.InordertocreatetheworkI
doandbreathelifeintomypieces,Ihaveto
careaboutthesubjectmatterandthatcare brings with it an enormous
sense of responsibility. My bronze sculptures will
outlivemeandmanygenerationstocome
andeachpieceiscreatedincelebrationof a living creature, I could not
bear the idea of any of my pieces becoming a memorial to an extinct
species. What started as a childhood passion and care has become,
for me, a commitment andpromisethatIwilldoeverythingIcan,
usingtheskillsIhave,tohelpinthebattle to conserve our planet and
the wonderfully diverse species that inhabit it. BP: You often
combine a small and fragile creature with a larger one in perfect
balance - as well as the mother and the child. Is this your own
sense of affection and responsibility towards animals that we see
through your creations? Yes, although I think it is both a
combination of my own sense of responsibility and affection that I
feel towards the animal and my own strong affinity, as a mother
myself, with what I liketodescribeastheartofnurture. One
ofmyearlypieceswasabronzeofafemale baboon carrying her baby. It was
an ambitious piece at the time, since baboons are not a
particularly traditional sculpturesubjectandthescaleofthebaby meant
that the detail I would have to recreate would be very fine indeed.
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59. However I was very moved by a female baboon I had
encountered who was carryingherbabyonherback,withthesort of tired,
worn out look that I strongly identified with, as a young mother
myself atthattime! Ihadcapturedheronfilmand felt compelled to
recreate her pose, in bronze. It was a fortunate decision, since
the finished baboon bronze, which was named 'The Art Of Nurture,
earnt me a nomination for Wildlife Artist of the Year
in2011andmovedmysculpturecareerto a new level. It illustrated to me
the importance of choosing subject matter of personal relevance
into which I could more easily breathe life and sense. Several of
my pieces have subsequently featured the parent/offspring theme,
including elephants, rhinos, giraffes and,
mostrecently,apairofhippos-technically
Ienjoythechallengeofrecreatingasmall, baby version of the adult,
with the same level of detail and realism and emotionally, I want
my pieces to communicate directly with the observer. Nurture and
the image of a parent/offspring suggests a degree of tenderness,
affection and support - a set of emotions that humans can directly
relate to and I feel that this helps my
wildlifesculpturetospeaktoanonlooker.
Ateveryshowingofmywork,Iamaskedby visitors if they can touch my
sculpture; I feel that if my pieces dont inspire the onlooker to
reach out and touch, connecting in some way with the piece,
thenIhavenotachievedwhatIwantedto. I spend enormous amounts of time
working on a clay, using my fingers probably more than any other
sculptors tool, to refine, smooth and almost tease the clay into
the form I want it to take. The desire to touch my work, once
finished, is the biggest compliment an observer can pay me, since
they are inspired to want to connect not only with the subject
matter but with the sculptor and the creation process itself.
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demonstrate a vigilant eye as well as the importance of water.
Doyoucreatewithaspecificgoalinmind - with a personal message of
evocation and inspiration? (Ex: Freedom, Fragility) My creation
process is a little more organic, starting with an observation. I
observe, take film, photograph and assemble a wide range of
reference material, always on the look out for an
imagethatIfeelIcanconnectwith. Iknow
instinctivelythatifthatconnectionexists
andtheimageorposespeakstomeatthat point, then my sculpture, if
executed properly,willspeaktotheonlooker. With the bronze 'A Trio
of Lions', I had seen plenty of footage of African lions at
drinkingholesandmarvelledatthepower suggested by the eyes, forever
looking ahead,onconstantalert,engagingintheir surroundings at all
times. Lions are a popular subject in art and particularly
sculpture, and I did not want to recreate some of the more
traditional, often sedentary and majestic poses that have been
depicted in other works. What I wanted, was a sculpture that
suggestedbothpowerandvulnerability,a piece that was both striking
and ever so slightly unnerving. That conveyed both a stillness and
yet the feeling of constrained energy. I had been impressed, by a
child, at the eyes of Da Vincis famous painting of Mona Lisa which
appeared to follow you around the
roomandIhadlongwantedtoseeifIcould recreate a similar effect with a
bronze sculpture - this was my perfect subject matter.
AsthepieceprogressedIrealised that it was important to me that the
lion heads appeared to be almost floating', supported by their
tongues (technically quite a challenge with the weight of the
bronze) - particularly relevant since this too is a species
currently hanging, tragically,inthebalance. Whenitcameto the water,
I had indeed initially intended namingthissculptureTheLastDropbutI
did not want the observer to focus on this singular issue alone, so
I resisted. I think for any artist it is important to leave certain
things unsaid, questions unanswered, since I feel art should
encourage thought and debate rather thandictate.
Ihopethatthefinishedpiece communicates on a wide range of levels
and it has certainly caused a stir at each exhibition it has
appeared in! BP: As a conservationist, what is the
messageyouwouldliketosharewithour readers? I think people can feel
overwhelmed, sometimes confused and often helpless when it comes to
tackling the enormous conservation challenges that face the world
today, which are greater now than
everbefore-theabundanceoftheworlds species has decreased by almost
a third over the last 100 years. It is hard for many people to
relate to a species or situation
thatisoftenoutsideoftheirownpersonal experience, both
geographically and emotionally. However we can make an important
difference, as individuals. Even though we may only do a little bit
in the grand scheme of things, together our seemingly small actions
add up to a lot. MahatmaGandhioncesaidWhateveryou do will be
insignificant, but it is very important that you do it.
63. Perreault Magazine - 69 - There are a wide range of
conservation groups and organisations who are working tirelessly to
protect endangered species and habitats and tackle the enormous
problem of illegal wildlife trade, with determination, courage and
dedication. One such organisation that I work with is called Tusk,
a small dynamic conservation organisation which has, through the
support of individuals like you,beenabletohaveaveryrealimpactin
terms of protecting wildlife, supporting communities and promoting
education in Africa. Tusk not only works to protect endangered
species, but also aims to use conservation as an effective tool to
alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development amongst the
rural communities who live alongside wildlife. I urge you to visit
their website andhavealookatsomeoftheirinitiatives and projects.
Then ask yourself again, what can YOU do to help. www.tusk.org/
support. Rosamond's next showing s at Cadogan Hall, London, on
March 19th, as part of the Audley Travel Lecture 2015, in aid of
Tusk (obtain more information click here). There are plans for a
larger exhibition of photography and sculpture in central London in
November 2015 with explorer Levison Wood, the first man to walk the
length of the Nile. Levison's television series Walking The Nile
will be airing on Animal Planet, Discovery Channel from 10thMarch.
Moreinformationaboutboth sculpture exhibitions will be posted on
www.rosamondlloyd.com/exhibitions ov er the forthcoming months.
www.rosamondlloyd.com [email protected] more about TUSK.ORG
> Rosamond is an affiliated sculptor to Tusk Trust Rosamond's
help to fund Tusk Rhino Conservation Project
64. Perreault Magazine - 70 - Tusk Trust Celebrating their 25th
anniversary in 2015, Tusk Trust has been initiating and funding
conservation, community development and
environmentaleducationprogrammesacrossAfricasinceitsinception in
1990. TUSK currently supports 52 field projects in 17 African
countries that not only work to protect wildlife, but also help to
alleviate poverty
throughsustainabledevelopmentandeducation.Tusksaimistoforge an
inextricable link between the preservation of Africas natural
heritage and the future of its land, culture and people. HRH The
Duke of Cambridge has been the Royal Patron of Tusk since 2005 and
has been a powerful advocate for Tusks work to support
conservation, education and community development across Africa
eversince. InaspeechtomarkTusks20thanniversary,TheDukenoted: The
imperative of balancing conservation of wildlife and natural
resourceswiththeever-growingneedsofthehumanraceisattheheart
ofthegreatchallengefacingmankindtoday.TheDukehasalsostated that
"Future generations must have the chance to wonder at The
Continentsspell-bindingnaturalheritageforthemselves. Weoweitto
them. This legacy is not ours to squander. And in this cause, Tusk
is a great Champion." HRH The Duke of Cambridge KG KT, Royal Patron
of Tusk. www.tusk.org UK Registered Charity No 803118 Friends of
Tusk USA TUSK EVENTS
65. Tusk's Royal Patron Like his father The Prince of Wales and
his grandfather The Duke of Edinburgh, The Duke of Cambridge has a
passion for conservation. "To me, projects supported by Tusk -
particularly those which combine the protection of endangered
species with innovative initiatives for alleviating poverty in
remote rural communitites, show a clear way forward." -HRH The Duke
of Cambridge, KG KT Perreault Magazine - 71 -
66. NATURE DOES NOT NEGOTIATE: CLIM As Typhoon Hagupit hit the
Philippines, oneofthebiggestpeacetimeevacuations in history had
been launched to prevent a repeat of the massive loss of life which
devastated communities when Super Typhoon Haiyan hit the same area
just over a year ago. "One of the biggest evacuations in peacetime"
strikes a sickening chord. Is this peacetime or are we at war with
nature? IwasabouttoheadtoLima,whenIgotacall to come to the
Philippines to support our office and its work around Typhoon
Hagupit (which means lash). In Lima
anotherroundoftheUNclimatetalkswere underway to negotiate a global
treaty to prevent catastrophic climate change. A truce of sorts
with nature. But these negotiations have been going on far too
long, with insufficient urgency and too much behind the scenes, and
not so much behind the scenes, interference from the fossil fuel
lobby. Thisyear,likelastyearandtheyearbefore these negotiations
take place against a devastating backdrop of a so-called 'extreme
weather event', something that climate scientists have been warning
us about if we don't take urgent action. Tragically, we are not
taking urgent action. Nature does not negotiate, it responds to our
intransigence. For the people of the Philippines, and in many
otherpartsoftheworld,climatechangeis already a catastrophe. Only
one year ago, Super Typhoon Haiyan
killedthousands,destroyedcommunities and caused billions of dollars
in damage. Manysurvivorswhoarestilldisplacedhad to evacuate the
tents they have been livinginasTyphoonHagupitcarvedapath across the
country. In Manila, we prepared to travel to the impacted areas in
the wake of Typhoon Hagupit,orRuby,asithasbeennamed.We offered what
minor assistance we could. WewillstandinsolidaritywiththeFilipino
people and we will call out those who are
responsibleforclimatechange,thosewho are responsible for the
devastation and whoshouldbehelpingpayforthecleanup and for
adaptation to a world in which our weather is an increasing source
of mass destruction. by Kumi Naidoo, Executive Director of
Greenpeace International Perreault Magazine - 74 -
67. MATE CATASTROPHE IS WITH US NOW! With heavy hearts, we
prepared to bear witness. We continue to challenge those in Lima to
turn their attention from the lethargy and process of the
negotiations and pay attention to what is happening in the real
world. We call on them to understand that
climatechangeisnotafuturethreattobe negotiated but a clear and
present danger that requires urgent action now! Each year, the
people of the Philippines learn the hard way what inaction on
emissions mean. They might be slightly better prepared and more
resilient, but theyarealsorightlymoreaghastthateach year - at the
same time - the climate meetings seem to continue in a vacuum, not
prepared to take meaningful action, not able to respond to the
urgency of our time and not holding accountable the Big Polluters
that are causing the climate to change with ferocious pace. Before
leaving for Manila I also received a message from Yeb Sao, climate
commissioner for the Philippines: "I hope you can join us as we
bear witness to the impact of this new super typhoon. Your
helpwouldbeveryvaluableindeliveringa message to Lima loud and
clear." Yeb was the Filipino chief negotiator for three years at
the UN climate talks and recentlyvisitedtheArcticonaGreenpeace
shiptowitnesstheArcticseaiceminimum. Two years ago in Doha, as
Typhoon Pablo took the lives of many, he broke through the normally
reserved language of dispassionate diplomacy that dominates UN
climate treaty talks: "Please...let2012berememberedasthe year the
world found the courage to ... take responsibility for the future
we want. I ask of all of us here, if not us, then who? If not now,
then when? If not here, then where?"
IjoinedGreenpeacePhilippinesandYebto visit the worst hit areas,
document the devastation and send a clear message from climate
change ground zero to Lima andtherestoftheworldthattheonesthat are
responsible for the majority of emissions will be held accountable
by the communities that are suffering the
impactsofextremeweathereventslinked to climate change. We will call
on the heads of the fossil fuel companies who are culpable for the
unfolding tragedy to examine their consciences and accept their
historic responsibility. They say the truth is the first casualty
of war, in this war against nature, the truth of climate science is
unquestionable. Please join us. Please add your voice by signing
our petition calling on Big Polluters to be held legally and
morally accountable for climate damages. After signing the petition
you will be redirected toasitewhereyoucanmakeadonationto the relief
efforts of partner organisations. SIGN THE PETITION join us in
making Big Polluters pay Perreault Magazine - 75 -
68. Perreault Magazine - 78 - What will the coming decade look
like? The honest answer is that no one knows. A glimpse, though,
can be found in a promising new start up, Oculus Rift. Eighteen
months ago, Palmer Luckey was a teenager with a clever idea for a
new business. Foregoing the traditional path of securing a bank
loan, Luckey instead went to Kickstarter - a peer-to-peer lending
platform and, within days, raised $1 million from strangers. This
success caught the attention of venture capitalists who quickly
poured in $25 million to create a working prototype. So successful
were the initial reviews of Oculus Rifts virtual reality technology
that Facebook purchased the company for $2 billion in March of
2014. From an idea in a teenagers head to a
$2billioncompanyinlessthanayear- and-a-half, welcome to the future
where business as unusual will become usual. The Big AHA The pace
and scale of tomorrows change begs the obvious question: How does a
business leader prepare for a constantly changing future? The
answer can be found in a simple acronym: AHA. It stands for:
Awareness, Humility and Action. First, leaders must become aware of
the extraordinary changes taking place across todays global
landscape. For example, advances in nanotechnology are leading to
the creation of new materials that can out-compete copper in terms
of conductivity and steel in terms of strength. And soon, some of
these exotic nanomaterials will even compete on price.
Additionally, the extraordinary advances in 3D manufacturing show
no signs of abating Chinese manufacturers are already meter 3D
printer to create titanium aircraft wings and fuselages. Continued
advances in wearable technology, robotics, big data and the
Internet of Things also promise to transform global commerce. (In
fact, the Internet of Things also known as the Industrial Internet
has alone been estimated to be a $15 trillion business opportunity
in the coming decade!) BUSINESS AS UNUSUAL How to Prepare for the
Coming byJACKULDRICH
69. Continued on page 80 using a 12? Yield to Humility Quick
question: What two colors are yield sign? Did you say yellow and
black? If so, that was the correct answer up until 1971. Thats
right. The yield sign has been red?and?white for 43 years. If you
got the wrong answer, dont worry most people over the age of 40 do.
Nevertheless, your outdated response should humble you enough to
recognize that not everything you learned in the past about your
business, your customers or your competitors is necessarily still
true today. Consider, for example, how recent advances inhydraulic
fracking and horizontal drilling technology have changed the game
in terms of global energy production within just the past few
years. This startling change should serve as a reminder that the
worldand even big industriescan change quickly due unexpected
technological advances. And when these advances scale, old ideas
about business models as well as customer and market expectations
may have to be unlearned quickly. Action Once a leader is aware
that the only constant in todays world is change, and is humble
enough to accept that unlearning will be as important as learning,
what does he or she need to do to prepare for the future? First,
begin by setting aside time to think. Personally, I recommend
taking an annual Think Week. Now, youre probably thinking: I dont
even have enough time to do all the things I need to do in day! How
am I going to find a whole week just to think? If thats your
mindset, what youre essentially saying is that you cant dedicate
two percent of your time to think about thefuture. Well, if youre
not thinking about the future, who in your organization is? Id
argue that thinking is your most important job. If one week a year
is too hard, break the task down into smaller chunks. Take an hour
a week, or 12minutes a day, to read about advances on the periphery
of your business in such publications as The Economist and MITs
Technology Review and then reflect deeply on how various
technological advances might disrupt your business or open up
entirely new opportunities.
70. Perreault Magazine - 80 - Continued from page 79 Pre?Mortem
Another way to future?proof your company is to conduct a
pre?mortem. A pre?mortem is the opposite of a post? mortem. Instead
of waiting until your sales have plummeted, your old customers have
left or a newcompetitor has ravaged your business to determine what
went wrong, you take a more pro? active approach. Encourage your
team to imagine it is ten years in the future and you are out of
business. Then ask the provocative question: What went wrong? What
didnt we seeing coming? The dialogue this question unleashes will
astound you. More interestingly, instead of it being a depressing
question, itll generate a candid conversation about the threats and
opportunities the changing world is creating and you can use these
insights to take constructive actions to position your organization
for the future. By their nature, many of the actions are likely to
be risky. I wish I could guarantee you that each one will be a
success. I cant. What will serve you well is a policy of conducting
small experiments and pilot projects. In an ever changing world
strategic planning is less and less helpful. What needs to replace
strategic planning is a thoughtful policy of experimentation. Try
new things, play with emerging technologies, and partner with
different individuals and companies to exploit new technologies and
explore new ways of doing business. There will, of course, be some
setbacksand failures but there may also be some surprising
successes. If you learn from the mistakes and build upon the small
successes, your future might just be unusually successful.
71. THE NEW SCIENCE OF EPIGENETICS HEART INTELLIGENCE
TheHeartinitsbasicformservesasa pump that circulates oxygenated and
nutrient rich blood throughout the body. This life giving function
alone is profound. However the Heartalsopossessesanintelligence
that is directly involved in intuitive perception, one that is
beyond reason. The Heart and brain are in constant communication
with each other. There is evidence that they both receive and
respond to information about a future event before the event
actually happens. Even more surprising is that the Heart appears to
receive this intuitive information before the brain. Heart
Intelligence Doc Childres, founder of HeartMath, the worlds most
influential scientific organization focused on activating the
powers of the Heart, states: The Heart serves as a key access point
throughwhichinformationoriginating in the higher dimensional
structures is coupled into the physical human system, including
DNA. The Heart has its own organized intelligence network enabling
it to act independently, learn, remember and produce feelings.
These were attributes, which, until recently, were nearly
universally held to be solely in the brains dominion. Scientists
are discovering that our Hearts are the "driving force" behind the
intuitive thoughts and feelings we all experience. Beyond The Mind
The Heart is the first organ to form in
thehumanfetus.Itstartstobeatbefore the brain is developed and
generates an electromagnetic field that extends at least fifteen
feet out from the body. The Energy Field of the Heart is the
strongest bioelectric and magnetic generator in the body; 5000
times more magnetically powerful, sending
moreinformationtothebrain,thanthe brain does to the Heart. social
information between individuals, as well as having a collective
impact on our environment in the most positive and embracing way.
Epigenetic Therapist by Steven Mana Trink WHAT DOES 'EPIGENETICS'
MEAN? Perreault Magazine - 82 -
72. Perreault Magazine - 83 - Researchers have found evidence
that this electromagnetic field, generated by each heartbeat, is
united to a field of informationbeyondthelimitsofthemind and is
referred to as Divine Intelligence. This energy field plays a
significant role in our mental, emotional and physical processes,
thus having a direct effect on our Vitality. The Mind Body
Connection Is Made Through The Heart The stories and thoughts the
mind weaves and the Feelings experienced from the Heart, give form
and substance to the physical reality we experience as life. The
energy emanating from the Heart, has the greatest influence and
impact. Research at the Institute of HeartMath shows that
information pertaining to a persons emotional state is also
communicated throughout the body via the Hearts electromagnetic
field and operates just below our conscious awareness. Humans are
the only species who can consciouslyusetheirHeart-Mind-DNA
Coherence, a scientifically validated state in which your Heart and
brain are energetically aligned and cooperating with one another to
transform the natureofourlifeexperiencefromfear- based to
Love-based. Care, compassion and love are transmitted
throughoutanindividualsbodyasthe cardio-electromagnetic field
radiates through it. This same energy is also transferred
externally to people in close proximity and even over long
distance. We touch one another physically, emotionally and through
the energy field of the Heart. The quality of our awareness makes a
differenceinourhealthandinthelives of those we touch. Heart
Coherence It is believed that the energetic Heart functions as a
receiving station through which sincere Heartbased feelings
consistent to Love, Trust, Compassion and Joy create a Heart
Coherence, a high frequency energy field; a beneficial state of
mental, emotional and physical balance and harmony. Continued on
page 84 Mysteries of the Heart
73. Perreault Magazine - 84 - This field of resonance transmits
energy and information to every cell in the body and embraces
everything else within the field. The Coherent Heart Field is
composed of wavelengths of peaks and valleys that are symmetrical
and communicate more effectively with our brain and body. The
Coherence Technique, outlined below, offers a way to communicate
with your Heart and connect to your Intuition. The unfolding story
of life affords us the opportunity to practice and integrate the
insights and wisdoms (gifts) found within each experience we have
in life. We have a choice. A. Heart Focus: Shift your attention to
the area of the heart and breathe slowly and deeply. B. Heart
Breathing: Keep your focus in the heart by gently breathing five
seconds in and five seconds out throughtheareaaroundyourheart.Do
these two or three times. C.HeartFeeling:Activateandsustaina
genuine feeling of appreciation or careforsomeoneorsomethinginyour
life.Focusonthegoodheartfeelingas you continue to breathe through
the area of your heart. After you do these simple steps, ask your
Heart if you could access your intuition more consistently and how
would it influence your life? Write down your answers to help chart
your progress. Practice asking your Heart for
guidance.Calmthemindandemotions and listen for the first thoughts
that come to you that feel right. Write them down. The Clear Choice
The Energetic Heart is coupled to a deeper part of ourselves. When
we are Heart centered and coherent, we
experienceacloseralignmentwithour
deepersourceofintuitiveintelligence. In a Heart Coherent state
there is an increasedflowofintuitiveinformation that is
communicated via the emotional energetic system to the brain
systems resulting in a stronger connection with our inner voice and
allowing us access to the largely untapped potential for bringing
our mental and emotional faculties into greater balance and
self-directed control. Continued from page 83
74. Perreault Magazine - 85 - Practicing shifting to a more
coherent state increases intuitive awareness
andleadstochangesinperception.Our choices become clearer. Healing
Power Of Coherence DNA is a coherent wavelength in its frequency,
so it naturally seeks coherency with which to resonate. It is
healthiest when the signals it receives are from a vibrant
consciousness, one whose environment is thriving and healthy. Life
relies on coherent energy asmuchasitreliesonDNA.Thisisavery
comfortablevibrationtobearoundand what is usually referred to when
you say someone has "good vibes". It is because their energy is
coherent. The healing power of coherence comes from the alignment
of the mind and body with the rhythm and Spirit of the Heart. They
work together in Harmony as an amazing information and energetic
processing system for the body. Yourbodyisanenvironmentandevery
cell within you is reliant on that environment being coherent.
Doors open to other possibilities because all life, all creation,
responds to this coherency. Energy and information respond to the
resonant frequency you are creating. Information has energy; energy
is information. Information is the purpose of energy. They all work
together as a team. Continued on page 86
75. Epigenetics The latest breakthrough research in cell
biology and quantum physics, according to cellular biologist Bruce
Lipton,Ph.D.,showsthatourgenesand DNA are influenced by signals
from outside the cell membrane that turn on or turn off parts of
the genome thatsendfunctionalinstructionstoour cells. This
pioneering research in the field of vibrational medicine known as
the new Science of Epigenetics has concluded that our biology is
influenced by our perceptions of the world we live in, our
thoughts, beliefs, prayers, mediations and intentions.
Theresearchisthestudyoffactorsthat influenceDNAexpression.Thefoodwe
eat, the air we breathe, the words we speak and the ecological
systems in which we live also influence the switches that turn on
and off the expression or communication of our genes and DNA. The
Science of Epigenetics lies in tracing the signal outside the cell
back to its origins. It looks for the energy flow that causes the
DNA blueprint to activate a particular pattern, the energetic force
behind the way our DNA expresses itself. These Epigenetic
influences on gene and DNA expression rewrite the rules of disease,
heredity and Well- Being. Thought Activates Genetic Changes Our DNA
code is fixed for life, but experiments at the Institute of
HeartMath in Boulder Creek, CA, led by Rollin McCraty Ph.D, along
with the studies conducted at the Monroe Institute , show that
measurable molecular changes in the DNA molecule can result from
thought, intentions, emotions and spiritual
connection.Witheachthoughtwehave and with each feeling experienced
there are genetic changes in our cells. Each signal shuts down some
genes and activates others. Gene expression is mediated by the
choices that we make and the behaviors we choose, which all arise
from either the mind or Heart and communicated through our
morphogenetic energy fields. Researchers already have linked
changes in the way our DNA is regulated to various cancers,
diabetes, autoimmune diseases and mental illnesses. Heart-Brain
Connection The Heart communicates through its own innate language
known in many cultures as The Seat of the Soul. It speaks directly
with our brain and creates an energetic field that incorporates our
physical body. The Heartalsocomprisesanervoussystem entirely
independent of our central nervous system containing around 40,000
neurons. When our thoughts and emotions become chaotic, resulting
in emotions of overload, irritability and
impatience,itisusuallybecauseweare focused more on our minds
direction andlosetheconnectiontotheintuitive guidance of the Heart.
When our Heart field is coherent, the energy and information sent
to the body results in improved health and well-being, optimal
performance, healthier relationships, focus and intuition. When we
are in a state of Gratitude, Trust, Compassion or Joy, all our
physiological systems in the body are in alignment, functioning at
their optimal level. Our personal coherent field connects into the
Universal Field allaroundus,ofwhichweareallapart. When we connect
in thought and feelings that are Love-based, it has
beenfoundtohaveapositiveeffecton our DNA and hence our physiology.
Mothersandtheirbabiesareoftensaid Continued from page 85 Perreault
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76. Mothers and their babies are often said to share a deep,
intimate connection. Simply by looking and smiling at each other,
moms and babies synchronize their heartbeats to within milliseconds
of each other. The Hearts Electromagnetic Field The electromagnetic
field generated by the Heart is the most powerful rhythmic
electromagnetic field producedbythebody.TheHeartsfield permeates
every cell and may act as a synchronizing signal for all the cells
in the body in a manner similar to information carried by radio
waves. What is exciting is that we can learn to intentionally align
with and consciously chooseHeartIntelligence over mindmade stories.
The practice of consciously living from the Heart increases
intuitive access. As we listen toourHeartourdiscernmentincreases
and we make better life choices. Natural forces within us are the
true healers of disease. - Hippocrates The Heart Connects Us To Our
Divine Essence. As our civilization begins to awaken into a higher
consciousness we become more aware as to the Miracles of Life.
Everything that we perceive in our experience is given shape by
thought,createdinourmind,andgiven substance by Feeling in our
Heart. A mind with Heart fills your life
experiencewithLove-basedTruth.The Heart-Mind-DNA connection is
vital in attaining the empowerment of physical, emotional and
spiritual well- being. Your choice of devotion would be to point
your perception away from theillusionsoftheego-mindandfocus on the
Truth and Wisdom that lives within your Heart. I welcome your
questions and comments. [email protected] Steven Mana
Trink Epigenetic Therapist (888) 274-3688 Epigenetic-Therapy.com
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77. Perreault Magazine - 88 - Ask Mana
Inmyquesttobemoreinformativeandinspirationaltoour
readership,priortoeachpublicationIwillselectaquestion that is
submitted from you and print it along with my answer. I welcome
your questions and inquires. Q: Can the effects of a toxic exposure
in one generation be experienced in subsequent generations? Brian
Turner, NY A: Our physical and mental environments, including our
culture, food, air, beliefs, stresses and even the way we speak can
influence the behavior of our genes and DNA. Research confirms that
epigenetic signals that influence our gene expression are
transgenerational, passed down to future generations from parents
to their off spring. The Epigenetic signals have zero affect on the
DNA sequence ofgenes,buttheyaltertheinstructionalinformationtothe
cells. In essence, what your great-grandmother was
exposedtocouldcausediseaseinyou,yourgrandchildren
andtheirchildren.Aswebecomemoreconsciouslyaware and take action
from a focus of Heart Centeredness, we make choices that embrace
our well-being and preserve the future of this Beautiful Planet and
all its inhabitancies. by Steven Mana Trink Epigenetic
Therapist
78. Perreault Magazine - 90 - Why Emotion Matters in
Conservation Science At this Earthwatch lecture, Dr. Anastasia
Steffen and Dr. Wallace J. Nichols discuss the role of emotion in
conservation and neuroconservation. Explorer Paul Rose chairs. Why
Emotion Matters in Conservation Science was chaired by explorer,
polar guide, TV presenter, and Earthwatch ambassador Paul Rose, who
revealed how hispassionfornaturehadbegunattheage
of11whentheexploitsofhishero,Jacques Cousteau, had inspired him to
become a diver. RosespoketotheaudienceattheOndaatje Theatre, as
well as to an international audience listening to the evening via
Webinar. Earthwatchers were also able to keep in touch through live
Twitter updates. Paul introduced the first speaker, Dr. Anastasia
Steffen, who leads an Earthwatch project studying the landscape and
historical use of the Valles Caldera in New Mexico, a beautifully
scenicvolcanicareawithgrassvalleys,hot springs, and streams. Most
of the Valles Caldera is above 8,500 feet (2,600 meters) in
elevation, which is too high for agriculture, and until 2000 it was
privately owned. Dr. Steffens team, with the Valles Caldera Trust,
is tasked with preserving the cultural and natural
heritageoftheareawhileprovidingpublic access.
Thewordpeopleoftenusefortheseareas
ispristine,shesaid.Inrealitytheareais brutally logged and heavily
grazed but we keep using that word, pristine. I think people use it
to describe a healthy, safe environment. You can recognize in the
Valles Caldera that youre in a safe place. Theres water, resources,
shelter. Consequently, we recognize it as beautiful. I dont know
what coyotes think when they find a safe place, but I imagine its
something akin to love. The Valles Caldera is protected and
relativelyundisturbed,butitsnotunused.
TheHoloceneperiodan8,000-yearspan saw people thrive here. Its
important to realize that the Archaic period was the last period
when human adaptationherewassustainable,saysDr. Steffen. But as
beautiful as the area is, it has also
suffered.InJune2011,aforestfireburned a third of the Valles
Caldera. It was a time of pain, grief, and anxiety. We recognize a
landscape that is not safe. But there is tremendous relief in
watching the green sprout back again. Dr. Steffen noted the
importance of managing our emotions in the face of environmental
challenges and stressed the value of fostering positive connections
with our environment to recognize the need to preserve it. Fear and
denial wont help us, she said.
79. Dr. Steffen also reiterated the importance of taking every
opportunity to get children out into open spaces to help them fall
in love with nature and recognize the need to preserve it. Dr.
Steffen then handed over to former
EarthwatchscientistDr.WallaceJ.Nichols,
whoaimedtotalkabouttheLwordlove. Dr. Nichols, a marine biologist,
is leading the emerging scientific field of neuroconservation,
investigating how natural environments could be essential for our
well-being, helping to reduce stressa factor involved in 60% of
diseaseand encouraging creativity. He
believesthatscientistsshouldntbeafraid to talk about love more,
especially as we are starting to understand the neurological
implications of emotion. Dr. Nichols confessed to being a turtle
geek from a young age who took his passion to Mexico, where he did
his doctoral work. Despite grim predictions for the survival of
Baja Californias black sea turtle, he began working to preserve
them. Dr. Nichols was happy to share the data he was collecting
before publishing (uncommonamongscientists)becausehe believed it
would generate more science and give the turtles a better chance.
Indeed, it helped build up a network of
turtleprotectors.Thisyear,henoted,were seeing the best black sea
turtle nesting season since 1978. Nevertheless, he added, there is
still an ocean crisis: We need to rethink our relationship with
theocean.Weneedtounderstandhowwe can change our behavior.
Dr.Nicholsdiscussedhowwecannowuse powerful technology to see whats
going on in our brain. But Whos embracing neuroscience? he asked.
Marketers are. They know how brands affect us emotionally. He
pointed out how musicians also use neuroscience, and magicians, and
people who meditate, so perhaps its time that
conservationistsuseittoo.Dr.Nicholshas combined the fields of
neuroscience and conservation to create the emerging field of
neuroconservation. With neuroconservation, we can start talking
about the science of dignity, compassion, and empathy. In science,
we use fear and shame to propel its agenda. If
weusethosetoolsalone,allweredoingis stressing people out more. Dr.
Nichols finished his talk with a quote from Jacques Cousteau.
People protect whattheylovewastheoriginalquote,he
said.Idliketoaddthewordsometimes.
Sometimespeopleprotectwhattheylove. Lets go a step further and
change that to all the time. Earthwatch Program Manager Ben Jack
closed the lecture by thanking the Mitsubishi Corporation Fund for
Europe and Africa for sponsoring the Earthwatch event program.
Without this support, these fantastic events could not happen.
Perreault Magazine - 91 - View the recorded presentation
80. Females vs Males Are our brains different? We have all been
a victim of common genderstereotypes.Howmanytimeshave you heard
phrases like: men are rational and women are emotional. We have all
fallen into this stereotypical cognitive bias which is so common ,
that it is hard to overcome it. The key question is: Do female and
male brains differ? And if they do, does it affect the way we
process information and make decisions? Male and Female brains: A
closer look. At first sight male and female brains are very
similar. Using the naked eye,one can
evensaytheyareidentical.However,when
wetakeacloserlookattheanatomyofthe brain, some subtle differences
can be seen. For instance the gyri, which are the
ridgesyoucanclearlyseewhenyoulookat a brain, differ in both
genders. Females havegreatergyrificationinthefrontaland parietal
lobes, which gives them an increased cortical surface as compared
to men. The frontal cortex is an area responsible for much of the
decisions we make every day. The limbic system which is responsible
for the control of our emotions and mediates some types of learning
also has anatomical differences. One of the main players of the
limbic system is the amygdala, the area where emotions are actually
generated and also is responsible for the memory of those emotions.
Interestingly and against the popular belief that women are more
emotional,inmalesthisregionofthebrain is larger than in womens
brains! Makes youwonderwhotheemotionalonesarein the end. Another
interesting difference in the brainsofmenandwomen,isthatmenhave
nearly 6.5 times more gray matter than females do ,and that females
have about 10timesmorewhitematterthanmalesdo. This hints that
throughout evolution we have created almost two different set of
brains that are equally intelligent ,suggesting that we use
different pathways to obtain a similar result. by Dr. German
Garcia-Fresco Neuroscientist Perreault Magazine - 94 -
81. There are other anatomical differences, but the truth is
that none of these differences have been linked to considerable
differences in male and femalebehavior.Iftheyare,Itheorizethat we
must have other mechanisms that activate to counteract those
differences. Male vs Female Performance Although no real evidence
of IQ differences exist between female and males, we do see a
difference in various scholastic areas between the genders. Males
tend to score higher on SAT mathematicaltests.Howeverin7outof43
countries examined, female and males scored with no statistical
gender difference and in Iceland girls outperformed males. This
suggests that a cultural aspect is more likely to influence the
differences seen in genders rather than a biological one. Perhaps
we would have to revise the way coursesaretaught,andseeifwecanclose
the gender gap as in those 7 countries.
Therearehowever,afewcognitivegender differences between male and
females, and it actually has a biological basis to it. Men
typically outperform women on mental rotation tasks and these
differencesarelinkedtohormonallevels. One single injection of a
testosterone dose increased females performance on
visuospatialtasks.Thedifferencesingray matter also contribute to
the differences in language skills in which women tend to
outperform men. Gender and Emotions As I mentioned earlier, we
normally tend to the stereotype that women are more emotional than
men. While it is true that women tend to pay attention and express
theiremotionsmoreopenlythanmen,the reality is that men and female
will experience an equal amount of emotions and emotional reactions
to different situations. The difference lies in the way genders
process and experience those emotions, which differs from male and
females. I believe that part of the
emotionaldifferencesisembeddedinour own cognitive fallacies. Just
as we stereotypethatfemalesareemotional,we stereotype that men are
strong and dont cry. As a result, men learn to hide
emotionsandcontrolthem,while females
donthavetheneedtodoso,sincesociety created their stereotype which
entitles them to be more emotional. Despite these epigenetic
factors or you can call them cultural factors, we do express
differences in our emotional behaviors and also our physiological
makeup,whichprobablydatesbacktoour cave-man origins. Some of our
behaviors have been rooted in our brains to ensure survival, bear a
child and gather food. Hence the brain had to adapt and rewire
itself to be able to be more effective in performing such tasks.
For instance neurons responsible for fear and aggression in both
sexes, are clustered in the same area in both female and male
brains. However in males these neurons connect to areas of the
brain that include visionandmovement;andinfemalesthey connect to
areas that regulate blood, hormones and respiration. Perreault
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82. This difference can result in a complete behavioral
difference when either sex needs to deal with fear or aggression.
Other studies have shown emotional differences when dealing with
traumatic situations.Dr.CahillfromtheUniversityof California at
Irvine, found that woman experience much more vivid memories and
recall a lot more than men do when dealing with emotionally charged
situations. What can be done? Men and women are treated differently
fromthemomenttheyareborn,andthese
vastculturaldifferencesmakeitveryhard to explain gender behavioral
differences as being purely biological in nature. It is a
combination of genetic and epigenetic factors that allow male and
females to express their differential behavior.
Althoughthesegenderdifferencesdonot show a change in intelligence,
it does affect behavior and the way we deal with
emotions.Perhapsweneedtoanalyzethe
wayweteachourchildrenatschoolorhow
wedealwithgenderatourworkplace.You must remember that emotions are
a powerful tool; it allows our brain to pay attention and enhance
our memory. Men process the information differently than women.
Weneedtolearnhowtoharnessthepower of emotions in both sexes to
their advantage so that we can actually close the gender gap.
Remember that our biggest enemy when dealing with sex differences
is stereotyping. You need to makeaconsciousefforttonotfallintothis
cognitive bias. German Garcia-Fresco, PhD. Perreault Magazine - 96
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83. Perreault Magazine - 100 - by Dr. Payam Hakimi HOMEOPATHY A
patient consultation in Homeopathy Patient: I have a skin problem
which I have had on and off since I was 14 years old. Every year
for a couple of months I would get this skin flaking. Then the
itchingwouldstart. Butitwouldalwaysgo away. For the past 2 years I
have had this rashonmylegswhichisnotgoingaway. It itches a lot and
is driving me crazy. I have seen my primary doctor, 2 different
dermatologists, and an allergist. And the tests have shown that I
have minimal allergies. No one can figure out whats going on with
my skin. Doctor: Did you try any medication? Patient: Yes, I
started with over the counter steroid and allergy creams. Then I
added allergy medication. My doctors prescribed stronger steroid
applications and even suggested a course of oral steroids.
Everythingworksforaveryshort period of time then loses its
effectiveness. Doctor: What else have you done? Patient: I changed
my diet to no sugars, decreased my carbs and gluten, started taking
vitamin packs and increased my water intake. Doctor: Did that make
any difference? Patient: I dropped some weight, but no effect on
the skin. Doctor: How does this affect your life? Patient: I am
constantly itching myself. It is embarrassing! Some are afraid of
catching it from me and others have given me recommendations to see
their doctors. Homeopathy WORKSHOPS Disclaimer: The information
provided is for your general knowledge and not intended to replace
your physicians advice! Follow your physicians recommendation as to
vaccinations and care. Continued on page 101
84. Doctor: How is your sleep? Patient: The allergy medication
makes mesleepyandIfallsleepbutifdonttakeit one night I hardly
sleep. Doctor: How is your significant other handling this?
Patient: Doctor, this is putting pressure onmymarriage.
Iamirritableandtiredall day. Idon'twanttogoout. AndIamhaving
troublewithintimacywithmywifeasheat and sweating make the itching
and redness worse. Doctor: What makes the itching better? Patient:
Sometimes cold makes it better. Doctor: Does it feel better if you
scratch it? Patient: ItfeelsbetterifIscratchituntilit bleeds.
Doctor: Interesting! It reminds me of a Homeopathic medication
which has that set of symptomatology in its Materia Medica.
Patient: What is Materia Medica?
Doctor:ThecollectionoftheHomeopathic medications and the symptoms
they cover. Have you tried Homeopathy before? Doctor: The
collection of the Homeopathic medications and the symptoms they
cover. Have you tried Homeopathy before? Patient:Yes, I have taken
some Turmeric and Boswallia to help. But they didnt do anything.
Doctor: Those are considered herbs and supplements, not Homeopathy!
Homeopathyusestheverydilutedversion of natural substances. You
might take milligrams or grams of Turmeric but Homeopathic
medication are so diluted there is very minimal amount of the
original substance is left in the actual remedy. Patient: Oh, I
thought herbs were considered Homeopathic medication. So, how does
Homeopathy work? Doctor: Do you know how vaccines work? A small
amount of a substance is administered to the body that makes the
bodyreactandcreateachange. Letmeask you some questions to see if I
can figure out your Homeopathic type. How is your energy during the
day? Patient: It is good until it drops around 4-5pm and then I get
a second wind after 8pm. Doctor: You mentioned your rash is worse
with heat and better with cold. Do you generally feel better with
cold weather or hot weather? Patient: I cant stand heat. Doctor:
How is your appetite? Patient: Myappetiteisgood,butassoonas I start
eating it goes away. Doctor: Does any food give you gas or
bloating? Patient: Doctor, I am always bloated and gassy. I have
always been like that. Doctor: Do you have to eat everyday at the
same time? Patient: Yes, I have to eat every day at
noon,ifImissthatevenby5minutesIstart getting a migraine headache
above my eye and become very irritable. Continued from page 100
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85. Doctor: How do people around you describe you? Patient: I
think they would say I am intelligent, funny and authoritarian.
Doctor: How do you feel when you are contradicted? Patient: I get
angry quickly and respond. Doctor: Do you have any medical
conditions? Patient:Ihavehighcholesterol,havehad kidney stones, and
I get hay fever. I snore at night and am gassy and bloated. Further
questioning was done and a physical examination was done. Patient
was prescribed the Homeopathic Medication Lycopodium Clavatum with
instructions. Although he was asked to follow up in 2 weeks, I did
not hear from thepatientafterthatday. Then,onedayas I was walking
up the street to the bank, a man on a bike cut in front of me and
stopped me. Biker: Hi doctor, do you remember me? Me: Ummm, I am
sorry but I dont. As he pulled up his pants and started explaining
I recognized him. Biker: Remember how horrible my skin was? It all
cleared up 2 weeks after I took themedicationyougavemeandithasnot
returned. Thank you! Thank you! Homeopathic office visits and
interviews take a long time. The physician needs to
distinguishmultipleaspectsofapatients medical history and the
present illness. Fundamental composition of an individual is of
utmost importance. This concept is also called a patients
constitution. We are not all created equal in our composition. Due
to the effects of our genetics, geography, and environment we
express different structural-anatomic, physiologic, and
behavioral-emotionalpatternsthatmake us who we are. Within the same
family one might show varicose veins, another person might be weak
and sick on a monthly basis, the other can be a body builder, one
can have skin issues, allergies, one with abandonment issues,
jealousy, and another with lack of mental stamina. The long
interview process with evaluation of physical and behavioral
factors leads a Homeopathic physician to find a medicine from
Materia Medica which covers the important specific symptoms of the
individual as a whole. I chose Lycopodium Clavatum for this patient
because it covers the following symptomatology: Hay Fever Skin
issues better with cold worse with heat and better when it bleeds
Bloated and gassy Cholesterol issues Stone former Heat sensitive
Intelligent, authoritarian, funny Doesnt take contradiction well
Energy drop 4-8pm Often taking the constitutional Homeopathic
medication will encourage physiological changes. In this example, I
wouldpredictthatthehayfeverwouldget much easier, the skin lesions
would resolve, the bloating and gas getting better and the chance
of getting kidney stones to decrease. What is your constitutional
Homeopathic medication? To find out schedule an appointment with a
qualified, licensed Homeopathic physician. The foregoing
information is not intended to be a medical treatment. You should
seek advice of your physician before starting any treatment plan.
Dr. Payam Hakimi is a family physician, Osteopath and a clinical
Homeopath and can be contacted at www.bodyofharmony.com Follow us
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86. MALIBU SPA
87. PETER RADER: AWAKE: A Life of Yogananda SK: Paramahansa
Yogananda (1893-1952) is known as the Father of Yoga in the West.
Guru was a storyteller, and you tell the story of Yoganandas life.
Whats your favorite part of story? PR: Yogaiseverywheretoday.
Everytown hasayogastudio. Itsalmostasubiquitous as Starbucks. And
its amazing to think that, in large measure, all of this began with
one being. AWAKE is the ultimate fish-out-of-water story. Yogananda
hardlyspokeEnglishwhenhefirstarrived as a young man on U.S. shores.
Americans had no reference points for this longhaired, androgynous,
turban- wearing Swami in o