About the Book
"EVOLUTION OF THE SOUL~ The Path of Conscious Transformation"
The inspiration for our book is founded from Shari's International Intuitive Readings and Robert's Medical Herbalist and Naturopathic Practice.
We explore the Body/Mind/Spirit connection, the underlying triggers of human behavior, repetitive patterns and core emotions that reveal key universal themes.
We examine Soul Contracts, Destiny Blueprints, Akashic Records, Trauma, Grief and Healing, Plant Kingdom Healing, Karmic Choreography, Relational Dynamics, Evolutional Unfoldment and the Afterlife.
Included are our personal stories, as the journey has been our greatest teaching. It is our Soul inspired mission on Earth to dig deeply into what drives us and shapes our choices as "Humans living with Spirit."
We are all interconnected in this universe as awakening Souls on our journey.
Why am I here on Earth and what am I learning; who am I?
What is my Soul Contract, Akashic records and Life Mission?
Why do we experience catastrophic hardship, trauma and loss?
How do our childhood and emotional wounds shape our identity and relationships?
How do we rediscover hope and create more joyful connections?
What are the stages of Soul Development here and in the Afterlife?
How do we find magic, happiness, purpose and meaning living on the Earth Plane?
How do we connect with our intuition, inner guidance and Soul?
Are we following our hearts and the call of destiny?
"The Infinitude of the stars dwells inside our consciousness.
Beyond the Spectral Veil, the Unlimited Unified Field opens.
The Universe is spacious and holds everything we need.
This is the container that holds our free spirit"
Shari & Robert
Table of Contents:
CONTENTS
Dedication...............................................................................3
A Tribute ~ Robert Newby .....................................................4
The Wayfarers Journey..........................................................10
My Life as an Intuitive Reader..............................................11
Preface...................................................................................17
Encounter with a Beautiful Angel........................................ 20
Inner Whispers......................................................................23
Spark of Creation ~ Birthing a New Life..............................27
SHARI'S STORY
Sisterly Love..........................................................................35
Close Call .............................................................................40
Face Off.................................................................................41
The Bittersweet Relationship ~ My Mother
and Me, My Childhood Years................................................42
The Killing Field ~ A Stance of Power,
My Adult Years......................................................................54
RELATIONSHIPS
Soul Contracts in Review ~ Relationships............................60
Intimate Stranger ..................................................................64
Beloved..................................................................................67
Shari & Robert ~ Our Journey Together................................69
The Healing Power of Relationships.....................................75
Bathing in Your Light ...........................................................84
The Lover.............................................................................. 85
Toxic Relationships ~ The Phenomenon of
Gaslighting ............................................................................89
Recognising when Relationships are Complete.....................97
ALIVE ON EARTH
Living with Conscious Awareness........................................103
Peace Starts Within...............................................................108
The Law of Attraction...........................................................111
Transient Journey..................................................................116
The Key to Happiness ~ Finding Joy on the Path ...............119
Time to Play..........................................................................124
Treasures Down Under.........................................................127
Our Animal Friends .............................................................131
ENERGY & CONNECTION
Rules of Engagement and Loneliness in Today’s Society....142
Energy Imprints and the Frequency of Light........................147
The Impact of Energy and Protecting Ourselves..................155
The Psychology of Conflict..................................................162
The Evolutional Collective Awakening................................167
Together ~ We Stand ............................................................170
Peace, Meditation and Mindfulness .....................................171
THE PSYCHOLOLOGICAL SIGNATURE OF ILLNESS
The Wisdom of the Body .....................................................175
The Hidden Life of Disease ~ Facing our Mortality............180
The Life of a Cancer Cell ................................................... 184
Hazel.....................................................................................199
The Hidden Gifts of Breast Cancer.......................................201
Mandy ..................................................................................209
The Chakras ~ Sacred Energy Wheels of Light....................210
Crystal Healing .....................................................................220
The Human Sleeper...............................................................228
HUMAN EMOTIONS
The Root of Addiction ..........................................................239
Journeying with the Black Dog.............................................248
Shipwreck on an Island.........................................................255
The Dark Room ....................................................................259
The Spiritual Cost of Suicide ~ Grief, Death and the
Human Experience................................................................264
Witness..................................................................................273
Finding our way Home..........................................................275
Radiant Life Stream Energy .................................................277
ROBERT'S STORY
A Child’s Hard Rain..............................................................279
The Herbal Journey of Light Medicine.................................284
The Light Medicine of Plants................................................294
Silent Connection..................................................................345
DEATH, LOSS & BEREAVEMENT
Shari’s Father........................................................................347
Living with Grief..................................................................353
Case Study: Jaimee.............................................................. 361
Dying with Conscious Awareness ~ The Evolutional
Pilgrimage.............................................................................366
Rising up in Joy.....................................................................372
Our Best Friend Ian...............................................................375
Epilogue................................................................................382
Ami Constance ~ My Second Mother...................................384
THE GOLDEN YEARS
Celebrating the Golden Years...............................................395
The Secrets of Longevity ~ Life in Ikaria.............................399
Hope......................................................................................403
SPIRITUAL INSIGHTS
The Light of Soul .................................................................407
Enigmatic Happenings..........................................................409
UFO Sightings.......................................................................413
Mystical Fireworks................................................................415
Travellers of the Spheres.......................................................417
The Akashic Records & Colour Bands ................................419
Pathway of Enlightenment....................................................429
Awakening.............................................................................433
THE AFTERLIFE
The Afterlife ~ When the Curtain Comes Down .................436
Intergalactic Travel, Holographic Viewing, Parallel
Universes, Alternative Realities and Dimensions ................448
Beyond the Ethereal Bridge..................................................454
The Highest Level of Soul Attainment ~ The Final
Chapter..................................................................................455
The Infinite Spectrum of Light.............................................459
Our Beautiful Human Race...................................................460
Sources .................................................................................463
Footnotes...............................................................................467
The Symbology of Chapter Flowers.....................................470
Acknowledgements...............................................................472
About the Authors.................................................................477
About the Author :
Shari Rhodes has been an International Intuitive Reader for the past 43 years. She is a citizen of the United States and New Zealand.
Shari Rhodes has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Sonoma State University, U.S.A and training in several psychotherapeutic
modalities.
Shari is a public speaker, has facilitated workshops and deep emotional release through Spiritual Integration.
She has published articles about Psychological Development, Relationships, Soul Contracts and Spiritual Transformation in numerous magazines in
New Zealand, Australia and America.
Shari is a passionate poet and has written a collection of poetry called “Wild Heart Beats” with her partner Robert.
She won the BMC Cancer Awareness Poetry Competition in New York, Biomed Central/Springer Nature.
In her Intuitive Reading practice, Shari supports people to move forward in a positive direction with greater awareness, purpose, empowerment and self-confidence.
www.intuitivereadings.co.nz
sharirhodes@gmail.com
027-629-5469
Robert Newby is a New Zealand Registered Medical Herbalist, Naturopath, Remedial Body Therapist & Clinical Iridologist with 32 years of practical hands-on Clinical experience.
Robert studied at the South Pacific College of Natural Therapeutics, including Osteopathy and then post-grad in Clinical Iridology with renowned German Iridologist Peter Gerdes. For many years, his Herbal Dispensary & Naturopathic Clinic was in Titirangi, Auckland.
Shari & Robert built their house on their land at Karangahape/Cornwallis Beach which is on the peninsula overlooking the Manukau Harbour.
There they created a shared Clinic space and Herbal Dispensary at home within a beautiful garden retreat, surrounded by the stunning Waitakere ngahere, a nurturing place of healing.
Robert is a passionate organic gardener, growing everything from seeds in the glasshouse.
He is a Plant Medicine Man, a maker of Rongoā, a Wildcrafter, Writer, Poet, Astrologer, Sailor, and wanderer of beaches. He loves music, Crystal Healing and the energies and wisdom of the Sacred Plant Kingdom.
Robert’s clinic is Titirangi Herbal Dispensary Ltd.
www.titirangiherbaldispensary.com
robertnewbynz@gmail.com
09-817-7102
Review :
TESTIMONIALS
“Evolution of the Soul” is a book whose time has come. In today’s troubled world, this hugely valuable book is like water in the desert.
It gives us the strength, knowledge and life skills to not only gain self-knowledge, but supports us to successfully move into the new-age which is upon us.
Helen Hope – International Astrologer; Member of the Australian
Federation of Astrologers, Radio and Television Presenter/guest speaker.
Books by Helen “Star Cats”, “Star Dogs”, “Star Babies”, “The Year Ahead 2007” (12 issues), “Harlequinn”, “The Destiny Book”,
all published by Harper Collins
If you seek true, no-nonsense self-acceptance, read “Evolution of the Soul”. If you desire a deeper peace as you ride the waves of everything called life – from the beginning to the end and way beyond, revealing the magic of the infinite that never dies, read this book.
If you long to understand and fearlessly face the physical/ emotional/spiritual pain, loss, love, relationships with self and others, read this book.
If you dream of embracing the serendipity and self-reckoning wake-up calls of being a human being, read this book.
Shari Rhodes and Robert Newby have created a miraculous work of art – revealing intimate truths, poetry and unveilings shared in raw and untethered honesty for you to acknowledge your own beautiful and raw uniqueness.
Just like you, there is nothing like this book. If you wish to nurture and grow, “Evolution of the Soul” is here for you. We all need this book now more than ever.
Cara Wilson-Granat - Published Author and Inspirational Speaker, USA “Tree of Hope - Anne Frank’s Father shares his Wisdom with an
American Teen and the World.”, “Strength from Nature - Simple Lessons of Life Taught by the most unlikely Masters: The Nature Teachers.”
(Wordsfromcara.com)
Good people come from the heart of good people and “Evolution of the Soul” is a great book for a reason.
Shari and Robert are not linear and the paths they have taken have plenty of curves and cul-de-sacs.
The path taken is the journey of self-discovery. I am thrilled their story is being shared with the world.
I was lucky to read an advanced copy and know every reader will learn a lot about themselves.
Duncan Perkinson-Author of “When Kiwis Fly”. Former Publisher and Commissioning Editor at New Holland (NZ) and Upstart Press
“Evolution of the Soul” contains a multi-faceted compendium of strategies and advice to give strength to anybody who may be faced with a deeply impacting life crisis.
It speaks to you in a friendly, assuring voice of an experienced Intuitive Reader and Medical Herbalist who know how to help you seek solace through your pain and anguish.
It speaks in a voice that connects with the integrity of your Soul, giving you priceless shots of strength and hope.
Nick Marsden- Published Author “Shedding Skin” Penguin Random House,
Co-author, “Top Tools for Language Teachers”, “Newspapers” Resource Book, Cancer Survivor
It has been said that everyone can draw; some draw in stick figures, other in minute detail. Similarly, we are all intuitive, though some struggle to receive these messages, while others are receiving messages from many senses and dimensions.
Shari is the “Claude Monet” of intuition having a rare gift of deep insightfulness.
Her talents have served and supported so many individuals along their journey.
“Evolution of the Soul” will allow many others access to her divine wisdom.
When Gaia offers us her medicinal apothecary, she needs Souls who have intimate understanding of the wisdom of plants for their magic and curative abilities to take effect. Robert is a master herbal craftsman who has lived and breathed this modality for literally thousands of patients and remains as passionate as ever about herbal medicine while always holding a space of empathy, compassion and hope for his clients.
“Evolution of the Soul” will be a gift to all those who read it.
Corene Humphreys ND, BHSc, DipMedHerb. Dip Hom,
QTA (microbiology), Director of Nutritional Medicine Ltd.
Quentin and I have known Shari and Robert for over 24 years. Shari is an insightful Intuitive Reader and Robert is a gifted Medical Herbalist and Naturopath, Titirangi Herbal Dispensary.
In “Evolution of the Soul”, we are taken on a journey through the incarnation on this Earth plane, examining how we learn from our personal experiences, both uplifting and challenging; love, pain, grief, illness and loss, as well as interacting with others in our karmic circle working to resolve issues in this life and our past lives.
We are made aware of many other spheres and levels of existence more elevated than our Earth incarnation.
We are assured that we are not alone and our Spirit Guides are watching over us as we work toward completion.
This book is a helpful guide navigating us through all stages of life. Included are some beautiful poems by Shari and Robert which lift our spirit and inspire us to carry on.
We are privileged to be just a small part of this monumental work.
Cathy & Quentin Whitehouse - Western Potters Supplies,
Astrologer, Linguistic Editor & Translator
“Evolution of the Soul” is for those who have an inquiry into the intrinsic meaning behind their lives.
It braids together every day relationships with our spiritual lives and our Soul Contracts.
Reading this book will ease any self-doubt and encourage us all to continue our lives with confidence.
Chris Foote - Funeral Director
I have known Shari for about 18 years and have experienced her Intuitive Readings. She is a very talented, insightful and intuitive individual with a deeply inquisitive and empathetic approach to her work and her life.
Her work shines a light on my own personal journey, supporting my inquiry and exploration into life and being. Shari has a wisdom and approach to life, when shared, that enriches all who come into contact. By presenting her thoughts, ideas and personal knowledge, she can only make the world a richer place and those who delve into the pages of “Evolution of the Soul” will only be enriched.
Robert is a very talented Medical Herbalist & Naturopath. He brings an open, enquiring mind to his practise, combining his scientific, intuitive, and empathetic approach to his work. His consultations are thorough, insightful and very helpful.
The combining of these two minds with their myriad of experiences, insights, knowledge and skills has produced an insightful, lucid and thought-provoking book, challenging the reader to reconsider and expand their own world view.
I have been a fortunate recipient of Shari Rhodes’ insights of the human condition and psyche.
Roger Baker - PhD in Anatomy and NZMRC Researcher
Drawing from all sources of knowledge and knowingness, Shari’s ability to move me to “reveal myself to myself” has always been a source of wonder, learning and healing.
To have captured in an “on demand written guide”, Shari’s special wisdom and voice continues to probe, challenge and illuminate my perceptions which is a treasure/taonga. Shari’s Intuitive Readings, articles and workshops have empowered me as a professional and a person, bringing my best self to the world-benefitting my clients, my colleagues, my whanau and my peace.
Co-authored by Medical Herbalist & Naturopathic practitioner Robert Newby, “Evolution of the Soul” has been a labour of love.
Robert is a talented health practitioner who insightfully draws on a range of modalities – physical and metaphysical – to heal and empower the mind, body and Soul.
He has an extraordinary healing gift from which I have benefited for over 15 years as a patient, confidant and a friend. Robert researches, ponders and wonders on behalf of his clients.
Together, Shari and Robert have taken a deep dive into the whole of the life journey – including the Afterlife.
We are most fortunate to have access to this, inspired and inspiring, thinking practises and guidance.
Thank you.
He Tāngata, he tāngata, he tāngata.
Wendy Baker – Director New Zealand Coaching & Mentoring Centre in New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific for 25 years.
She has extensive experience in training and facilitation helping organizations set their coaching strategy, has facilitated successful mentoring programmes, training coaches, working with leaders at all levels of organisation.
When my 22-year-old son died by suicide, I knew I needed support to stay strong for myself and my younger son.
Working with Shari and Robert has helped me navigate the emotional, psychological and spiritual impact of grief.
Shari’s intuitive insights and Robert’s holistic health care gave me the strength to navigate grief without losing myself.
Over time, I have developed a deeper trust in my intuition, greater compassion for myself and a clearer sense of what I need to stay well.
“Evolution of the Soul” offers gentle wisdom and hope for anyone learning to live with deep loss.
It captures the same wisdom Shari and Robert offered me, gentle, grounded, and deeply human guidance for finding your way through loss, while slowly rebuilding from within.
Grief changes us, but with the right support, we can keep growing.
Annie Kennedy, Leadership Development Consultant, Bachelor Arts – University of Otago,
Advanced Post Graduate Diploma in Managing Organization and Knowledge CIPD UK
It’s not often you meet a couple whose skills in healing both body and mind come together in such harmony.
Shari and Robert are such a couple.
I have found Shari’s guidance over the years to be profound, insightful and practically grounded in the here and now.
She is gifted at supporting whatever process I am going through with wisdom, humour and compassionate care.
Robert’s practical advice with herbs, remedies and lifestyle has in turn helped me manage the energetic demands of a growing business and kept my physical body in check.
I believe “Evolution of the Soul” ultimately paves the way for a greater sense of personal empowerment and self-knowledge... and will leave the reader grateful it has come across their path.
Carl Pickens BLA, Cert OH (L4), CF Landscape Architect/
Organic Grower/Churchill Fellow
