The heart is actually the core of our being; it is the center of our soul, the seat of the subconscious mind, and our creativity. Past experiences such as disappointment, shock, abandonment, heartbreak, fear, or loss of a loved one, can lead to a build-up of trapped emotions. When these trapped emotions are layered around the heart and in the heart’s energy field, it creates an energetic block or wall. In an effort to protect this vital part of ourselves, this collection of trapped emotions is used as the building material to create a “bomb shelter” like structure. The heart is regarded as the central hub of our being, influencing…

There was a time not that long ago when most folks were entrepreneurs.  Many were farmers as we lived in an agrarian society.  Communities were small and shops locally owned.  Children went into the family business or learned a different skill/trade and went into business for themselves.  People, in general, were doing what they felt called to do. Then industrialization came along, and people were needed for the factories.  Students were taught from an early age to sit and follow directions.  Creative thought and expression were often thwarted and those who didn’t fit the prescribed mold were admonished.  There wasn’t much room for individual creativity or dreams. Corporations grew and…

During my session yesterday with an energy healer (yes, I still work on myself), something came up that I want to share with you. I used the phrase “I got it” a couple of times and later was talking about picking up the physical pains of my clients before a session (both in-person and remote/distance).  Lori, my practitioner, asked me if I use that phrase often.  I kind of do as it covers a lot of different bases during conversations. Lori suggested I find other words as we typically don’t want to “get” what other people have.  I’ll be honest, I hadn’t ever thought about it and I think about…

It all began with a simple prayer whispered by my grandma, a prayer invoking the protection of my Guardian Angel. Yet, it wasn’t until many years later, amidst the storms of life, that the angels made their presence known to me in a profound way. It was a time of darkness and uncertainty, marked by a recent divorce and job loss, when a chance encounter at a Wal-Mart parking lot changed everything. A kind-hearted stranger, with a gentle demeanor, uttered words that pierced through my despair, sparking a newfound sense of hope and optimism. In her fleeting presence, I felt the touch of divinity, a reminder that amidst life’s trials,…

Your business is a separate entity from you. Even the government sees it as separate from the “owner” and taxes it accordingly. It is a Spiritual Entity and holds the thoughts, emotions, and spiritual energy of the business. A great deal of our time is spent thinking, worrying, and emotionally focused on the business. Your business was conceived and birthed. It has a life of its own and holds hopes and dreams, worries and concerns … just like a person. Businesses absorb energy but cannot clear themselves Also just like a person, every business has a measurable energy level that accumulates negativity which can create obstacles and block its success.…

You know how every once in a while (or maybe more like all the time) you have song lyrics continually running through your head? No matter what you do, they just don’t seem to stop … even at night when you’re trying to sleep. Do you ever have troublesome thoughts that do the same thing? Me too! Last night and this morning I found myself in that boat. I knew it was time to let someone move on from being part of my life but just couldn’t seem to let go. I kept going back over why we needed to stay in touch and how I needed to be there…

It seems like every week and month we’re exposed to (or bombarded with?) new Awareness Campaigns. The internet has connected, and educated, us with ever-increasing speed and depth. Because of awareness campaigns we know more about brain injury, the need for clean water (both domestically and throughout the world, the importance of net neutrality, and how to support people with cancer. We can take action and be a part of the causes we care about. This awareness can also be overwhelming. It can be tough to choose which causes to support, and in that deluge of need, we may choose to support nothing. Or we burn ourselves out supporting everything.…

February 18 is the start of Random Acts of Kindness Week. Their website is packed with great ideas on how to celebrate, and I especially love the approach of committing a random act of kindness for three different people: Someone you don’t know Someone you know Yourself Someone you don’t know This is pretty simple and can quickly become a habit. (That could be a good thing!) Smile. When you’re in a depressingly long line at the bank, watching a parent deal with their toddler’s public meltdown, or sitting next to another car in traffic. A kind grin goes a long way when you’re feeling a bit hopeless about the…

Have you taken the time to check your “Feel Good” barometer?  On a scale of 1 to 10 (with 1 being awful and 10 being great), how would you answer this question … How good do I feel? Some people say things like “oh … well … I have a little pain or discomfort, but it’s not too bad.”  On the above scale, where would you place the level of that discomfort?  Many folks brush off these regular discomforts without realizing that excess or stuck energy may be the reason for that pain/discomfort.  It’s all relative to the person in pain; however, I think anything 5 or below to be…

The holidays can be kind of weird.  Despite all the ‘Most Wonderful Time of the Year’ jingles, it’s the toughest time of the year for many people. Some people over-commit to family, friends, volunteer tasks … they find themselves over-scheduled and unable to actually enjoy the season. Some of us dread the inevitable, obligatory socializing and the pressure of being ‘on’.  Some of us are grieving. Here are a few less-typical Holiday Survival Tips.  Some of them are brilliant.  Some of them are not. But maybe you’ll find a nugget in here. Ditch obligations Just because you’ve always gone to Aunt Sue’s for Christmas Eve doesn’t mean you always have to.…