This morning, I was listening to a replay of a favorite radio show of mine, Coast to Coast AM. The guest on this particular show talked about burning sage (also known as smudging) as a means to clearing energy, which I have done before, yet she gave a great tip: Before you start burning your sage stick, open a window or door in the back of your home. Start burning in the very front of your home and work your way towards the back (making sure to get the corners, and any other hidden spots, of each room). Once you finally reach the open window or door in the back, smudge it. Close the window or door and smudge it again (though I found I needed to keep the door open longer to filter out the excess smoke).
After completing my new clearing, I felt drawn to sit for meditation and also to dedicate the upcoming session to unconditional love. I’ve always heard of dedicating a sitting to something, but never had, and usually just get in to position, settle my body, and focus on breath. I noticed that in this session, with the preceding dedication and smudging, it had a much more “alive” quality to it. Was it the fact that I had a dedication? Was it the smudging? Intuitively I felt that, no it wasn’t necessarily either of these (though they certainly may have helped), it was what I was dedicating the session to: Love.
Have you ever noticed that when you are in love, you feel so alive? So present. So grateful. So connected. I think these may be the keys (to feeling alive): Being present, being grateful, and being connected.
How can we attain this?
What would happen if we all lived, moved, and had our BEingness in love…
Lived in a way in which every thought, action, reaction, word, and choice came from a place of love?
Would that make us more present, and grateful, and connected?
How would our world change?
The ripple effects would be insurmountable!
I will practice this today; join me?
P.S. Another great practice, especially when you are in a hurry or too much in your head: “Walk as if you are kissing the Earth with your feet.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh
Ever had a hard time deciding to do, or not do, something? Most often we more regret the things that we don’t do, than the things we do do. Although action may not always give us the result/outcome we initially anticipated, it always gives us a new experience, a connection, a gift, something to remember, something to grow from, something to share, and often something to be joyful for.
The universe puts desire in to you for a reason… a purpose.
Ask if you’ll regret not taking this opportunity and if so, take the chance… Often support is needed when moving forward in a big way, so it’s really important to surround yourself with people that really want you to succeed and be your happiest self, and are not overly fearful themselves.
You’ll find the more you give things a try, the easier future actions will be, and the more you will step into who you truly are and have always been.
So, if there’s something you want to do, yet have fear around: Just do it. Life’s too short to not.
What inspires you? How do you inspire others? It’s great to ponder on this and jot it down! We feel most alive in a state of inspiration, closely related to love ~ love of life! And equally feel amazing when being an inspiration to others, often by doing what inspires us ~ BEing joyful and in a state of flow often correlates with inspiration.
When going for my dreams or taking on a new way of life, I am always inspired by something “greater” than myself… for instance: compassion for all BEings (human-kind AND animal-kind) and creating something for the community (like the WellBEing Resource).
Seeing others in states of joy is also extremely inspiring to me: When I see others going for their dreams, taking chances, overcoming their fears, and thriving… Seeing people in their “moment” and/or element, expressing their unique genius (whatever that may be) is always beautiful & joyfully emotional for me, inspiring me to go for it and do the same.
Please let me know what inspires you and how you wish to inspire ~ I’d love to hear!
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Visit the local “Veterans Holistic Healthcare Foundation of America” at www.vhhfa.org, as well as the yoga & movement page and all the other awesome holistic resources on this site for natural health & wellness!
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I often surprise my clients when I recommend they take a hot bath with Epsom salts to refresh their mind, body and spirit. It may sound crazy, but that $4 carton of salts you have stored in your cupboard may be just the ticket for a quick and inexpensive pick-me-up in times of trouble!
Epsom salts are a pure mineral compound of magnesium and sulfate, both of which are more easily absorbed through the skin than the stomach. Our magnesium levels have dropped significantly in the last century due to farming practices that have depleted magnesium from the soil and due to diets high in fat, sugar, salt, and protein… all of which cause magnesium insufficiency.
Replenishing your magnesium and sulfate levels can improve heart and circulatory health, improve use of insulin, reduce toxins (from medications and the environment), flush heavy metals, improve nerve function by electrolyte regulation, restore calcium levels, increase serotonin (lifts the mood and reduces stress), reduce inflammation and pain, improve absorption of nutrients, improve formation of brain tissue, and reduce migraine headaches.
So the next time you are feeling tired, toxic, depressed, achy, stressed or sick, simply dissolve 2-6 cups, depending on the severity of your symptoms, of Epsom salts in a hot bath. Soak for as long as you can tolerate it, re-warming the bath often and rehydrating the body as needed. After your soak you will likely enjoy a fresh perspective, a rejuvenated body, and a deeper connection to the spirit.
Authored By Nicole Mark, Color-Puncturist Color-Puncture is a revolutionary healing modality that uses crystal, light and color to quickly and effectively heal the physical and energetic bodies. Whether treating a common cold, softening a rigid mind-set, or raising your consciousness to a higher level, you will love Color-Puncture!
As 2013 approaches, finding out your life path number may help determine your new year resolutions. Here’s how to find out your life path number. Let’s use Ricki as an example on how to determine your own number.
How To Find Your Life Path Number:Ricki Lake was born 9-21-1968
Break down the birthday numbers: 9+2+1+1+9+6+8=36
Then breakdown that number: 3+6=9; 9 is Ricki’s Life Path Number!
WHAT DOES YOUR LIFE PATH NUMBER MEAN?
1: “independent, self motivated, and hard workers.” They love to be first and are self-critical, as well as sometimes critical of others. 1’s are great multi-taskers and like to always be busy. And don’t even think about being lazy around a 1.
2: peace keepers and would do well as mediators. Very loyal, if a 2 says “I love you,” you better believe they mean it. They’re good companions and have a strong desire to “share their lives with someone special.” But don’t push a 2 too far. If they’re backed into a corner, watch out.
3:the ultimate communicators — in both written and verbal methods. Think actors, singers, performers… 3’s do well on stage and in front of a camera. 3’s are naturally funny, yet can be moody if their creative side isn’t put to goo use. Known to stretch the truth a bit, 3’s are famous for their trademark smile and sparkly eyes.
4: homebodies — creatures of comfort. Big thinkers, they sometimes need to learn how to shut off their minds. 4’s like everything in its place and excel in organization. A sure sign something could be wrong with a 4 is if his home space is a mess and not in order.
5: seeks freedom, fun, adventure. If they do not live the adventure, their lives become way too dramatic. They are the natural detectives and celebrators of life (holidays are usually their specialty). 5’s have a hard time settling down and have a fear of being trapped or smothered in a relationship.
6: like to take care and rescue. If male, they like to be the knight in shining armor. nurturers. Females tend to mother the “little boy” in their men. 6’s would do well running the show but need to take heed: If all is going well, a 6 might just come in and ruin it. 6’s tend to look up to others, and find themselves disappointed when they don’t live up to expectations. 6’s are magnetic and draw others to them. Whatever mood a 6 is in, the room feels it.
7: are also thinkers with a desire to be alone. 7’s would do well trusting and having a little faith.They have a loner quality. Natural beauty catches the attention of a 7: ocean, flowers, sunsets, etc. 7’s need to be careful when not based in faith, they can try to escape through addiction; drugs, alcohol, work, etc. 7’s play it close to the vest and like a bit of mystery.
8: need financial security above most else. They’re not good at taking advice and feel strongly about making their own decisions — often leading them to learn difficult lessons. 8’s can be honest to a fault. Often blunt, they can leave hurt feelings in their wake — albeit unintentionally. But their sometimes- insensitive actions are the result of the opposite happening inside. 8’s have strong feelings about what happens in their lives.
9: great leaders, often assumed to be in charge, even when they’re not. A 9 is known for taking care of others but could use a bit of assurance when they have their own needs, especially asking for help and emotional support. It’s not uncommon for a 9 to feel either abandoned by their parents, or overwhelmingly responsible for them. They hold on to the past.
I saw this awesome post on facebook in 2012 by Slice of Life… Who wants to start this practice for this new year of 2013? Please Comment Below.
Start the year with an empty jar and fill it with notes about good things that happen; In essence: recording all life’s gifts and actively practicing gratitude.
On New Years Eve, empty it and see what awesome stuff happened that year!
What inspires you? How do you inspire others? It’s great to ponder on this and jot it down! We feel most alive in a state of inspiration, closely related to love ~ love of life! And equally feel amazing when being an inspiration to others, often by doing what inspires us ~ BEing joyful and in a state of flow often correlates with inspiration.
{By Nicole Mark; Bio at bottom of post}
Authored By Nicole Mark, Color-Puncturist
