Learn 5 Ways to Connect with Your Loved Ones in Spirit

The majority of wisdom teachings and religions believe that we are all energy and that our energy moves to another realm when we die. The teachings suggest that we have the opportunity to connect with our loved ones in spirit. For each of these wisdom traditions, a very auspicious time of year is as summer concludes and the harvest autumn …

Gratitude and Miracles for Thanksgiving

Gratitude and Miracles for Thanksgiving

“There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.” ~Albert Einstein   As we approach Thanksgiving this week, it’s a good time to consider the the value of gratitude in your life and the miracle that is your life. As Fred Rogers of Mister …

Healthcare Paradigm Shift: Use of Ancient Healing Techniques

A few years ago when I asked an audience how many people did a meditation practice on a daily basis or knew what Reiki was – very few would raise their hands. I am pleasantly surprised to now observe more hands rising when I ask about meditation, or other ancient healing techniques (like Reiki).  More people are seeking alternative healing …

Getting to Know…YOU!

Do you remember the musical “The King and I?” If so, you likely remember the song “Getting to Know You.”  Remember?  The chorus sings “Getting to know you. Getting to know all about you. Getting to like you. Getting to hope you like me…” Getting to know a person you just met, or even learning more about someone you have known for decades, offers us …

The Practice of Silence

In every religion and in all ancient healing practices, one of the common themes is the practice of entering into silence…. How does that feel to you?  Does the thought of entering into complete silence scare you?  Do you think – “how do I even begin to become silent?”  Or “no thanks – that’s not how I care to spend my time.”  In …

Seven Key Principles of Ancient Hawaiian Healing

Seven Key Principles of Ancient Hawaiian Healing  Every culture has its own approach to living and healing.  No matter your culture or ethnic background, you too will discover that your family genealogy had ancient techniques to support the whole of the person – body, mind and spirit. Before there were physicians, hospitals and healthcare professionals, there were healers. You can journey …

What Are the Universal Truths?

We are all living in an unprecedented time where we are seeking the Truth. What are the real facts of a situation?  How do we learn what is truthful about a particular scenario?  It can feel daunting to determine what is the best resource to find the facts, to discern what’s real and to believe what is being told to us. If your …

America’s Best Playgrounds

I am often asked to speak to various groups and organizations on wellness, ancient healing approaches and on self-care techniques.  During the presentation, I will pause to ask those in attendance how they find their centeredness or balance.  Do you know the audience’s number one response?  Invariably, their  response is “being out in nature.” It’s my favorite place as well! …