Inspired by my clients’ reviews and testimonials and their aha moments, I compiled this information as 50 Benefits of Reiki. These benefits are all statements my clients have shared with me after and during their Reiki sessions. These are their own words. It’s how real people feel and what...

Several years ago, Anita, a regular participant at my Mindful Mondays at the Crestwood Library at that time, handed me a note she kept taped to her desk. “You always remind us to be compassionate with ourselves,” she said, “and I wanted to share this with you.” The note, from The New York Times...

Stress is contagious. That’s the headline of an article that showed up on my newsfeed – and it’s true. In a world full of change and uncertainty, everything can feel more amplified and intense. For some more than others. Have you noticed that one of the quickest ways to lose your calm is when...

We all know it. We all feel it. But what really is fear? There is this common description of the acronym:False Evidence Appearing RealThere is a humorous way of looking at it:“F_” Everything And RunAnd then there is a mindset shift… a possibility I like to tap into when I am feeling in the grips...

Spring’s here – and with it, nature’s reminder that there’s a time for resets and new beginnings. There’s a lot going on right now. In this ever-changing world, self-care is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. Your physical, mental, and emotional health depend on it. Even our collective well...

Are you honoring your needs—or simply following the same well-worn routine? This year, I’ve been diving deeper into the counter-intuitive, yet profound power of slowing down. As Lee Harris, an energy intuitive I’ve been following for years, shared in his March Energy Forecast, “the slow lane is...

Have you heard about secondhand stress? Researchers have found that simply observing someone who is stressed can have an immediate impact on your own nervous system. Harvard Business Review even highlights how stress can be contagious in workplaces, homes, and social settings. As humans, we’re...

Do you feel that when you’re stressed, run down, tired or anxious, everything becomes overwhelming and just too much? When life is unsettling and the storms of life cause unrest and unease, we need our inner strength and guidance even more. Just for today is a great reminder that nothing...

It’s a new year, it’s a new administration, and many voice a feeling of uncertainty in these times of change. Astrologically, the theme for 2025 is completions & beginnings, there’ll be a lot of change with the planets and the energies surrounding us. Whether we’re aware of it or not, it takes...

We all know how it feels like when the mind is full. Overflowing with thoughts, running races and loops in the head that make the heart beat faster, and shoulders tense up. Thoughts will always come and go. We have to be honest and realistic here. But here's a mindfulness approach I learned...

It’s fascinating how quickly irritability can suddenly sneak up. It's actually an indication that the nervous system is in the fight-or-flight mode, giving a warning that something is too much or that fear is beginning to rear its head. It’s the opposite of the relaxation response, the mode where...

'Tis the season for stress levels to skyrocket. For some, it may even feel like some of the most challenging weeks of the year. Many are silently struggling during the holiday season – with changes in routine, unrealistic expectations, the pressures of perfectionism, family dynamics, you name it....