Hi Reader, It’s a beautiful Spring weekend I started creating a new area for some raised bed gardens in my compact backyard. It’s feeling good to be out in the fresh air and sunshine. Last week we talked about the red flags to watch for in the wellness industry. This week we’re looking at what you can do about them.
About fifteen years ago, I took a spoon-bending class with a friend. She was exploring parapsychology and the world of energy healing and asked if I would join her. The class was fun, and I bent a few spoons and a butter knife. This particular instructor offered a couple more classes that my friend wanted me to take with her. I declined. The amount of fear the instructor was teaching did not feel good to me. He was heavy on protection and being wary of anything that was different. While I believe in good energetic hygiene and sourcing, it does not come from a place of fear. My friend went on to take several more classes with the instructor and ultimately adopted a similar fear-based approach. It was hard to watch as it consumed more and more of her bright open energy. Developing DiscernmentLearning to discern what is a good fit:
Trusting Your Own Wisdom Conscious wellness is about making friends with yourself and trusting your own wisdom. Understanding your body’s needs and your mind’s desires is crucial. Everyone has innate wisdom about their own health; learning to listen to it amidst the noise of the wellness industry is key. Whether you’re making a change in life, health or relationship, trusting yourself to take the next step is critical. I kept one of the twisty spoons for many years to remind me of the power of aligning with the energy of what I’m doing. Any thoughts to add? Drop me a note I would love to hear them Cathy P.S. If you're looking for more articles, visit me over at Medium Upcoming Workshops, Classes, Challenges ~~Realignment series topic-specific pre-recorded mini-classes with a mix of energy processes to move through blocks and heal. Inner Wisdom Alignment Bundle My private coaching/healing practice is currently full |
Mind-body researcher, Energy Healer, RN & author fascinated by how thoughts, beliefs, and subtle energy influence our lives. Helping midlife women create vibrant second acts.
The Energy of You Volume XIX Issue# 26 Hi Reader, I was watching the documentary Simone Biles Rising this week {I am not into sports, but I LOVE the Olympics}. I have such admiration for her ability to trust her own wisdom and having the courage to do what was right for her. She talks about how difficult that was and how crushed she was to have to walk away from the competition. The ability to lean in and discern your own truth is not always easy. I highly value it, and in my practice, I work...
The Energy of You Volume XIX Issue# 25 Hi Reader, A few years ago, I was having dinner with a friend. We were talking about our healing practices. Allison is a flower essence practitioner and animal communicator. I lowered my voice just above a whisper to ask her, “Can you see auras?” She leaned in, lowering her voice as well “No.” Relief flooded my body. I wasn't the only one. We started laughing. It’s an inside joke now when we have a particularly powerful session or some self-doubt creeps...
The Energy of You Volume XIX Issue# 24 Hi Reader, We’re having our first heat wave of the summer this week, luckily the fog here on the coast helps keep the temperature down a bit. I did have a delightful moment last night sitting with a glass of wine, on the swing my daughter built me and a Ruth Reichl book (Save Me The Plums:My Gourmet Memoir). A lovely close to the first half of the year. Hard to believe we’re halfway through the year. This time of year brings out some introspection for...