Empowered Wellness for Body, Mind & Spirit
Words hold vibration. They offer us an experience that is beyond definition or intellectual meaning. When we start paying attention to how words FEEL to us, that’s when we realize their power. We’ve all had these experiences… listening to the lyrics of a song that hits a chord within us… listening to a motivational …
Silence is golden. We’ve all heard this phrase before. Maybe we remember seeing it at our school library when we were kids… or now-a-days it’s a common reminder on the big screen when we visit our favorite movie theater. This past weekend, I was able to experience this phrase in a completely different and powerful …
Last post, I shared some information about how slow, rhythmic breathing stimulates the vagus nerve which then in turn quells the stress response and encourages the relaxation response. Furthermore, studies have validated that one of the best ways to induce ‘rest and digest’ is by slowing our breathing rate to 6 breaths per minute. We …
Visual Meditation for ‘Rest & Digest’ (6 Breaths/Minute) Read More »
As some of you may know, I gave up making resolutions a few years back because I found the process to be ineffective and even disempowering. Think about it… when we make resolutions like I’m going to lose X pounds I will exercise 3x week I will eat healthier foods I will quit smoking… what …
Making a Resolution VS Broadcasting Your Intention Read More »
As the summer season comes to a close, many of us find ourselves naturally slowing down and falling into a more regular routine of school, work, etc. After a busy, hectic, fast-paced summer I welcome the advent of Fall and it’s calmer quieter energies. In fact, the autumnal equinox (day of equal light and dark) …
Here’s your friendly reminder to allow yourself to fully ENJOY the experiences of this season and NOT get caught up in the “holiday hub bub”. The energy of the season can be full of distraction and overwhelm. I find that the key to staying present and focused amidst this chaotic and sometimes challenging time is …
As human beings, our greatness lays not so much in being able to remake the world as in being able to remake ourselves. ~Mahatma Ghandi **************************************************** What a thought-provoking and powerful statement! I think it’s especially applicable in today’s world where so much change and so many challenges are presenting themselves. It can feel overwhelming …
Amidst all the heated talk about healthcare these days, I read a commentary by Dr. Mark Hyman that made a lot of sense to me so I feel compelled to share it. Read Dr. Hyman’s article. I share Dr. Hyman’s belief that the majority of the focus in the healthcare debate is misplaced. I am …
Let’s talk healthcare…. But not healthcare as you hear about it in our media and politics (in my opinion, that debate is about medical care, NOT true healthcare!) I’ll begin by asking you a simple question: Do you feel “in charge” of your health? I ask this, because I find more and more people have …
As we headed into October last weekend, I found myself wondering (as I do at the beginning of each month) what to write about in this month’s newsletter; however, nothing was coming to me. When that happens, my first instinct is to get anxious about getting something out – “I’ve got to get something out …
Pausing, Breathing… and Reflecting on a Modern Yogi Read More »