"Sometimes you feel things so much, so intensely, it becomes a new type of numbness, the oblivion of overstimulation." - Leah Raeder As someone who is trained in Reiki, I am very well aware of the theory of energy and how our bodies can absorb the energy around us. We also give off energy to other …
Navigating Holiday Stress
"Stress is not what happens to us. It's our response to what happens, and response is something we can choose." - Maureen Killoran The holiday season is upon us. Although I always love the winter holiday season, it comes with a double-edged sword for most. It is such a beautiful time. Lights, decorations, delicious food, and …
Releasing Resistance
"Abundance is a process of letting go; that which is empty, can receive." - Bryant H. McGill In this world there are two types of people. Those who like to purge things, and those who like to store and collect things. For my whole life I have been a purger. I get great satisfaction out …
Bringing Back Boundaries
"Compassionate people ask for what they need. They say no when they need to, and when they say yes, they mean it. They’re compassionate because their boundaries keep them out of resentment." ― Brené Brown Making and keeping boundaries is an ongoing struggle in my life. I love to help others. That is my nature …
The Neutrality of Energy
"By itself, energy is neutral. Everything depends on how you use it. Angry energy is a powerful fuel but it doesn't lead to peace. Creative energy on the other hand, can come from a place of joy and what it provides will reflect that joy." -Deepak Chopra I am following a 21 Day Meditation experience with …
When it is Time to go with the Flow
"Go with the flow. Force nothing. Let it happen...trusting that whichever way it goes, it's for the best." -Mandy Hale Sometimes in life, there can be a downside to following too strict of a schedule. At times when life seems really busy and like there is so much to do, I find it is often …