Girl with Menstrual Pain
A 13 year-old girl came in recently, suffering from painful menstrual cramps. She was feeling achy, light-headed, nauseous, and low energy for many days around her cycle. Her flow was heavy and overwhelming. Overall, she was sensitive about life, with her emotions close to the surface. She took criticism personally and would break down into tears.
Her mom rightfully considered this intensity of pain and sensitivity to be excessive for a girl her age. They made the appointment hoping for relief.
During the session, we did a full Core Synchronism treatment to help the cerebral spinal fluid flow with ease throughout the body. We focused on the gentle rhythms of her reproductive system in combination with the brain, synchronizing these movements to enhance healing and reduce pain.
Her mom opted to Add-on a Qigong clearing to balance her energy-body. We opened her meridians and chakras and cleared vibrations that didn’t belong to her.
The Many Faces of Indecisiveness
In Chinese medicine, we associate the ability to make decisions with the Gallbladder, part of the Wood element.
The gallbladder is a brilliant organ. It stores bile produced by the liver, and manages the ideal amount of bile distribution for digesting each type of food. It must plan ahead to have the bile ready when needed. The gallbladder must be decisive about how much to allocate. It must have the ability to foresee future needs, create a solution for those needs, and help the body move forward with digestion.
Recently a young woman came in with crippling indecisiveness. Simple choices, like which coffee to order at Starbuck's, derailed her and never found resolution.
As we talked about her experience of indecision, we both realized how nuanced this can be. Everyone experiences indecision in their own way.
Experiencing Abundance after Burglary
Several weeks ago, I received a lesson in trusting the energy flow of the Universe.
Where there is Yin, there is Yang.
Where there is Loss, there is Receiving.
Where there is Lack, there is Abundance.
This is the breath of the Universe. It invites us to flow with ‘What Is’.
In early April, Live Your Light office suite was broken into. I arrived to work on Monday morning and found the suite door unlocked. The cabinets were open with a cigarette butt and ashes on the floor. The small bills of cash I kept for change had been taken, along with a tripod and phone charger.
It appeared nothing else had been impacted.
Through the shock of the break-in, I was incredulous at my fortune. The most valuable things in my office were untouched. The singing bowls, meditation pillows, crystals, and plants were all intact. Nothing was broken or damaged.
Even still, I felt a tremendous violation. In the following weeks, sounds in the hallway would make me feel vulnerable. It’s amazing how these things get into our head ad grow. The more we think about it, the more power is given to the event. I have to keep reminding myself that this is likely a single event, not personal, and won’t happen again.
And then a miracle from the Universe came into my life.
Manifesting your Desires
Clients keep telling me about Abraham Hicks and the earth-shattering wisdom they gain from their teachings. You shared, and I listened! In the last few months, I’ve been reading and listening to these teachings on an array of topics. I’m hooked and think you will be too!
Full disclosure: Abraham-Hicks is not human. Jerry and Esther Hicks are a husband-wife team who discovered in the 1980s that they could communicate with the infinite intelligence of the universe. Esther learned that she was a medium, and began to channel a team of non-physical beings that call themselves “Abraham”; named such because they come together as teachers of mankind.
The wisdom they share is simple and yet life-altering. I attempt to highlight their most important principles.
Belief Code Certification
As you may know, I am certified as a practitioner of Emotion code and Body code.
As of this month, please join me in celebrating the completion of the Belief Code certification!
What does this mean? Since the three energy code practices build upon each other, I’ll share the broader picture and history of these modalities.
2024 Solar Eclipse
Next week, the Great American Eclipse will take place from Texas to Maine. My family will join the other eclipse chasers for this unique experience. Here’s why you should consider viewing the eclipse as well.
In 2017, we traveled to Alliance, Nebraska to see the eclipse. My husband insisted that we experience 100% totality; at the time I didn’t realize that 96% totality at our home in Colorado would be a completely different experience. He was absolutely right.
Totality refers to the moon completely obscuring the sun. While totality only occurs for several minutes, the effect is a dramatic multi-sensory experience. The environment darkens, as though it is nighttime. The temperature instantly chills. Birds become quiet and crickets begin chirping. As the eclipse ends, there are beautiful colors of sunrise in every direction.
During the total eclipse, it’s possible to see things that are not generally visible. The stars closest to the sun are only observable when the light of the sun is obscured. The corona, or surface of the sun, is apparent, as well as sunspots and solar flares dancing on the sun’s atmosphere. We gain an appreciation for the power of the sun and it’s its ability to warm and brighten our planet.
Introduction to Taoism
Taoism (Daoism) is an ancient Chinese philosophy that teaches us to seek the way of nature and live in harmony with the universe. Through simplicity and inaction, the highest good will be achieved.
This sounds like a dream compared to the culture of America! We are trained that life is complicated and we must take action to succeed. There is so much effort and trying in modern life.
Much of my work with Qigong is based on Taoist principles. I am fortunate to witness the beautiful dance of gentleness and ease that naturally brings about greatness.
The Tao (Dao) is directly translated as "The Way". It is often described as the higher power of the universe, the life force, the origin of all things. It is also said that the Tao cannot be defined; as soon as you name or describe the Tao, it is no longer the Tao.
"The Tao never begins or ends, does nothing, and yet animates everything in the world of form and boundaries, which is called the world of the 10,000 things." (Dyer, 2007, xii)
The classic text of Taoism is called the Tao Te Ching (Dao De Jing). Written around 400 BC, this foundational work is credited to the ancient sage, Lao Tzu (Laozi). It includes 81 verses that resemble riddles and paradoxes, uniting the yin and yang to teach us how to live a peaceful and rewarding life.
"If action seems called for, he asks you to consider non-action. If you feel that grasping will help you acquire what you need or want, he councils you to let go and be patient." (Dyer, 2007, xii)
The Tao Te Ching has been translated thousands of times, each interpreting the Taoist philosophies in various ways.
I recommend for your consideration the version by Wayne Dyer,
Change your Thoughts - Change your Life, Living the Wisdom of the Tao
Dyer reviewed hundreds of translations of the Tao Te Ching and meditated on each verse to provide this in-depth commentary on the nature of our existence.
Great Hopes for this Tooth!
A common topic among clients and friends is dental health: Cavities, Crowns, Root canals, Receding Gums, etc.
We know through Western medicine that oral health is indicative of overall body health. Chinese and holistic medicine declare that each tooth is related to an organ system through the body's meridians. I've always been curious about these connections.
For many years, I have struggled with dental health. Despite brushing and flossing, I was prone to cavities upon cavities. Many fillings, crowns, and root canals later, I expected to struggle for life with dental issues.
At age 39, I was diagnosed with Lyme disease and started addressing this imbalance with herbal remedies and supplements. In the years since, my dental health has dramatically improved! I have stopped developing new cavities. Dental cleanings have been a positive experience, with results matching the effort I've put in. I am amazed at the quick restoration of oral health when addressing underlying conditions.
During my last dental cleaning, I was due for panoramic x-rays. The bio-dentist identified a shadow at the jawline, and suggested it could be an infection under an old root canal. We did a 3D scan for more information, and it was confirmed that an infection was festering under tooth 31.
Electromagnetic Fields and the Body
Everything in the Universe is made up of energy.
Albert Einstein's theory of relativity tells us that E = mc2 . This equation states that mass and energy are interchangeable.
We also know that atoms are made up of a nucleus (protons and neutrons) and electromagnetically-bound electrons. The space between the nucleus and the electrons vibrates with energy. This is the energetic vibration that I work with during Live Your Light sessions.
Energy is everywhere, in everything. We cannot discount the impact of vibrations on life.
What types of vibrations are in my environment?
Why Can’t I Lose Belly Fat?
Many clients express a frustration about their weight, particularly their inability to reduce belly fat. They count calories consumed, increase calories burned, take weight-loss pills, and are perplexed to find that it is not working. Most talk about the belly fat that won't reduce no matter what they try.
Weight is a complex topic, related to metabolism, hormones, muscle mass, and more. In this article, I share several energetic and emotional components related to weight, and a special client story.
The question is: What is extra body weight doing FOR me? Why is my body intentionally hanging on to this weight?
New Year’s Intention Setting
Welcome to a New Year!
New Beginnings. New Intentions. New You.
Early January is a potent time to set intentions for the new year. On these short days and long nights, we can choose to embrace the darkness. This darkness in the environment invites us to turn our focus inward, toward the self, and become reacquainted with our inner-light.
Consider sitting in the stillness of the evening hours, spending time with yourself, and listening to your inner voice. This is the ideal time to journal and set intentions for the year ahead.
As I look forward to 2024, several intentions rise through me. I look for them to be attainable, easy to implement, and impactful. I love setting a low bar so that the intention is simple to achieve and there is room to excel. If an intention is costly of time or money, or creates inner turmoil, then it is less likely for me to commit. My intentions will help me to Live my Light!
I share my 2024 intentions in the hopes that they inspire your own light.
Book Review: When the Body Says No
Consider the many ailments that afflict us and those we love: ALS, multiple sclerosis, cancer, Alzheimers, Irritable bowel syndrome, autoimmune disease. Why do some of the kindest, most selfless and compassionate people suffer from these diseases? We all know someone who eats right, exercises, and makes sacrifices for their health, and still is diagnosed with an illness.
When the Body Says No, by Gabor Mate, addresses the underlying emotional landscape of these illnesses. He aims to make the qualitative quantitative, by sharing scientific studies that outline emotional patterns for each disease.
Did you know that genetics play a surprisingly minor role in the contraction of these illnesses? Did you know that we all host cancer cells, but other factors determine whether they overwhelm our system?
Mate’s research finds that much of our disease response is related to our childhood coping strategies.
Book Review: The Qi Effect
Francesco Garri Garripoli is a leading Qigong master in the US and worldwide.
He has walked through life as an intellectual (receiving a full ride scholarship to medical school), philosopher, disciple of Daoism, TV-series producer, healer, teacher...and so much more. Francesco studied with Qigong masters for decades in China, and healed his broken bones through meditation.
I have had the honor of learning from Francesco when he teaches in Boulder. In seminars he shares personal philosophies of energy, Qi, health, and life. I love listening to him explain how a loving heart-resonant energy is the catalyst for health and well-being.
This book is such a treat, as Francesco documents the many concepts that define his worldview and spiritual view. Reading this book is like attending weeks of classes with him!
In The Qi Effect, Francesco combines scientific facts with philosophical reasoning and personal experiences to explain the origin of the universe and its infinite existence in time and space. What an admirable undertaking! He challenges common scientific theories, and proposes new ones based on the same scientific observations.
Francesco openly recognizes that these hypotheses are controversial, and yet shares them to expand our perspective of the unknown and therefore the known. Some of the topics considered include:
The energy of chaos, Hundun, as an important ingredient for change and creation
Whether we are physical beings in a physical world, or energetic beings in a world of energy
The energetic impact of seeing yourself as a conduit or a container
What is the mind and where is it found in the body? How do we use our minds to make decisions?
The emerging science of Epigenetics, as it relates to Qi
The impact of Qi on relationships
Pickup a copy of his new book, The Qi Effect, to learn from the science, experiences, and musings of a Qigong master. It is a brilliant weaving of ideas into new perspectives.
High Vibe Gift Guide
We are entering the season for sharing our love with others, often through quality time and gifts.
Gift-giving can be a powerful act. When we select a gift that matches the recipient's vibration, it creates a smile. The receiver feels understood and seen. This authentic connection creates a sense of joy.
It can feel just as good to give. Bearing witness to pleasant surprise as the face lights up, brings the giver a sense of joy.
I like to call this Exponential Joy.
My goal in giving is to create this Exponential Joy every time. The recipient feels good; I feel good; we all connect in a positive way. It doesn't get much better than that!
I offer several gift ideas for the energetically and spiritually centered person. May some of these ideas resonate with you and your loved ones.
Gift Certificate for Energy Healing: I am honored by your referrals and trust in this intimate work. Give the gift of a personalized energy clearing and balancing session. Your loved-one is sure to feel lighter and refreshed! Certificates for new clients are available for purchase on my website. (To gift sessions to existing clients, please contact me directly.)
Membership at Una Vida in Niwot: Give this wonderful gift of wellness through consistent classes and connection. Weekly offerings include Qi Gong movements, Meditation, Yoga, Breathwork, Group Healings, and more. I am impressed by the quality of offerings and instructors at the studio. With your membership, join my classes on Tuesday mornings!
Kids and Self-Healing
I learn so much from my children. They are my greatest teachers.
When we raise our kids with certain ideas and beliefs, our hope is for them to understand what we have come to know.
And yet, the reality is that magic happens when they take the foundation of knowledge and build on it, getting creative, playing with ideas, stepping outside the box to see what happens.
And then the tables turn and the kids teach us...if we are open to learning from them!
We recently visited Rome as a family, viewing the amazing historical sites. With his permission, I share the experience of Mark, age 13.
In the middle of a 3-hour tour of the Vatican, Mark started to feel ill. He was queasy and lightheaded, wanted to sit down, and needed support to stand and walk.
The Sistine Chapel, a coveted pinnacle of our trip, provided the first opportunity for him to sit. Surrounded by masterpieces, Mark was seated, prostrate, looking at the floor, trying not to throw up.
...Looking at the floor instead of the Sistine ceiling! It nearly broke my heart!
I did a little bit of Qigong on him, but must admit it was half-hearted; I wanted to spend this short time enjoying the Sistine Chapel!
Celebrate: Finally Learning to say No!
This month I reflect on what it means to say Yes and what it means to say No. What are we saying Yes to?
I am a recovering Yes-Man. I have spent many years of my life saying Yes to everyone and everything. In many ways, it has treated me well. I’ve said Yes to a great many opportunities, adventures, and experiences. Saying Yes has helped me to live fully and try things I wouldn’t have considered on my own.
However, when it comes to the needs and wants of others, I was conditioned to believe that No was a bad word, a selfish sentiment. Saying Yes to the needs of others feels good. We help; We support; We bend over backwards to selflessly make things happen. It’s the thing that Supermoms are made of. Our egos are filled by the appreciation of others.
And yet, I hadn’t realized the opportunity cost to saying Yes. When we say Yes to one thing, we are saying No to something else. If we aren’t careful, saying Yes to others can involve disconnecting from ourselves. We say No to our own needs and wants. Overtime, we lose the ability to know what we want. It is the ultimate betrayal: the betrayal of ourselves.
Why do we get so comfortable saying No to ourselves?
Halloween Candy and Mental Health
Halloween candy is more than just sugar. It’s more than just fat. It’s more than just calories.
I have always been in tune with my body and how different things make me feel. Since I react to foods, I tend to eat fairly clean. Of course, I’m human and enjoy a treat like anyone else.
Last weekend, the teenagers were hanging out at my house. With costumes and pumpkin carving, it was a joyful affair. One of them brought a bag of chocolate candies. They made my mouth water, memories swirling from when I used to indulge, and I chose to sneak a Milky Way from their stash.
Mmmm, the creamy deliciousness.
Within minutes, I was feeling yucky. My head was spinning, I had no focus to continue the work I was engaged with, and I felt the urge to lay down on the couch and take a nap. Surprise! My body gave a loud and clear message that the Milky Way was not my friend.
Woman Feeling Disconnected
A lovely woman with covid reached out for a session, looking for immune system support. She was experiencing fatigue, tightness in her chest, and a loss of taste and smell. We agreed to conduct this session remotely via phone, to avoid spreading the contagion.
Energy-body work is holistic, taking into account the entire system of Mind, Body, and Spirit. We can’t promise a specific outcome or know how an individual will respond to the energy balancing. The session may affect healing from a specific ailment, or work on something deeper within the body. This is the beauty and unfolding of energy work!
I learned that this woman had a traumatic labor and delivery 4 years prior. The c-section had hemorrhaged, leaving her low on blood and extremely weak. She was lucky and grateful to have survived, yet from that day forward, she felt as though she was missing something. She no longer felt like herself. She fell into a deep depression, labeled as post-partum depression, that didn’t lift. She lacked the spunk and spark for life that had always characterized her.
Being Present
I often hear recommendations to:
‘Live in the present moment’
‘Be present with your family’
‘Stop dwelling on the past or ruminating on the future, and focus on being present’.
Meditation gurus suggest that the goal of meditating is to be present and aware.
I like to think that I’m present. I flow through the world connecting with people, responding to the needs of others, and active each day.
But am I really present? Why is this even important?
Meditation and Mindfulness
Last year my husband started reading about meditation. He regularly came to me with this newly acquired knowledge of techniques and intentions.
I was surprised to realize that I was feeling threatened by his ‘authority’ on the matter. I was the one on a spiritual journey, studying and practicing meditation for several years. Who was he to 'school me'? I was possessive of the entire topic of meditation.
Hello Ego!
I received the gift of this trigger to bring me introspection and growth.
In addition, I found myself in resistance to reading the Headspace book; it had a casual and modern feel. I wanted to believe that all good meditation techniques stemmed from ancient times, wrapped in deep philosophies, and communicated by gurus.
Fast forward a year, and I found myself without a good book to read, antsy to find something. Of course, the Headspace Guide crossed my path again. I decided to give it a chance, and I am so glad that I did!