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      <title>Life Update, Whole Body Healing</title>
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           Just wanted to take a moment to give a personal update. I really enjoy being able to connect with the people who took the time to subscribe to my newsletter.  My intent is to write more and share more via my blog.  Writing is something I’ve been doing since I was a young girl.  I would write letters and that turned into writing poetry.  I have a lot of older poetry, but not much new material. I've even had one of my poems published.  I've also written songs that I have recorded as well.  
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           Now, let's get back to that update.
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           Life has been pretty busy for me these days.  I am hopeful to start back writing soon. I would like to set aside some time to be in the space of writing and see what comes up.  I don’t like to force things if it isn’t there, but when it flows, I will share.
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           On another note, I started a tutoring business about 2 ½ years ago.  In August, it will be three years since I decided to start my own tutoring business.  While I do really enjoy tutoring students, it’s been somewhat challenging to keep up with EK5 and Smart Flex Tutoring. 
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            I've been looking to expand the tutoring business, but I know if that happens it will take me further away from EclectiK5. That is something I don’t want to happen.  EclectiK5 is my baby. It’s my calling. It comes naturally, because it’s linked to years of personal experiences, studying, certifications, and exploration into various forms of healing for the whole body.  A lot of how I live my life and the choices I make, come from a place of knowing and experiencing.
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           With that being said, EK5 will continue on and so will Smart Flex Tutoring at this time. I can’t promise that won’t ever change, but for now I am here and ready to renew Eclectik5healing. This will all take place in baby steps. So, your patience is greatly appreciated.
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           As the years go by, I continue to download new experiences, information, and truths.  It becomes clearer to me that just when you think you know, you realize what you thought you knew and studied wasn’t the unadulterated truth.  I’m not one to keep on be-lie-ving and regurgitating information that is outdated or untrue. Even if it means I have to redo my business or change the ways in which I offer my services.  
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           Diving deeper into the body, nutrition, healing, the brain, and such, has left me questioning some of the things I’ve been taught. In regard to things such as the chakras, proper nourishment for the body, and how the body works.  Moving forward, my sound and energy therapy services will focus more on frequencies, sound, and what resonates for the individual opposed to specific chakras.  Yes, I am familiar with the chakras and have studied them extensively on my own and through certification courses.  Unfortunately, a lot of the information we are taught about them is what has been added on to the original notion of there being energetic centers or portals within the body.  
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           Simplicity is reigning true these days. 
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           My intuition tells me that things weren’t so complicated to explain or do. Science has its place, but we cannot deny the great lengths that have been taken to ensure we keep believing in everything we’re told, without stopping to question or do our own research.  Which is ironic, because this is the very thing science is about- researching, evaluating, questioning the narratives we are given.
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           I say all of this to say that there will be changes you will see in the services I offer. These changes will be gradual and look more like baby steps than sudden overhauls. There are older and outdated perspectives I must shed, to make room for new uploads.  I have gotten used to this, and the best thing I can do for you is to offer you services and products that resonate with the truth. I will not keep following paths, guidelines, or science that is only offering one side of the story.  I think it's best we know all perspectives and see things as they really are.  There’s a lot that we can know and there is also a lot we don’t know - and all of this is okay.
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           Do you wholeheartedly be-lie-ve the body can self-heal? If so, I would encourage you to ponder as to why dis-ease exists within the body and what it means.  If the body has the ability to self-heal, what is dis-ease?  Why are we constantly taking antibiotics, supplements, herbal supplements etc to “heal” ourselves? How do we support the body in the healing process? 
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           These are all questions we have to ask ourselves. 
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           How did we get here? It is important to reach back in time and discover things such as when the medical industry was established, when birthing in hospitals became normal and why, when the food pyramid took off, when the idea of viruses came into place, are vaccines really effective or necessary, when the vegetarian/vegan diet was introduced.  Just about everything has a timeline of some sort.  When you go back in time and look at the timeline of these things you will begin to see when the shift happened and how we got to the place we are at now in regard to our overall health and lifestyle choices. We must not forget the accountability factor.  We have to hold ourselves accountable for our overall health.
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           I would also like to be very clear about where I stand in regard to these things.  First, what you do with YOUR life is YOUR choice.  I want to make that very clear. I am not into trying to persuade anyone to do, try, or be, anything.  What I am doing, is sharing perspectives, truths, and information that goes otherwise unnoticed in a society that feeds off of our ignorance.  There is a lot of programming that has been done and a lot of deprogramming that has to happen.  A lot of what we think we don’t know isn’t because we can’t, it’s because we are choosing not to know.
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           Whole body health acknowledges the role that our thoughts, actions, emotions, trauma, radiation, toxins, and our mental state play in our overall health.  If in fact our bodies are capable of self-healing, that means that all dis-ease is intentional, serves a purpose, and tells a story. This means we have the power and ability to rewrite our story as it relates to our health.  It means the body knows what it is doing.  It means when awareness is brought to what emotion or idea is linked to dis-ease, the body can begin to heal.  This isn’t magic, it’s science.
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           When we nourish our body, bring awareness to our emotions, begin to make some lifestyle changes, and support our healing - we heal.  The question then becomes how do we tune into our body?  How do we listen to what our dis-ease is trying to tell us? Then, how do we take the necessary actions to support it along the way?  This is all doable and all possible.  In a later post, we will dive deeper into the processes of the body and some of the lies we’ve been sold about who we are and our capacity to heal ourselves. We will also take a look at health from an energetic and frequency standpoint. 
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           Well, thank you for tuning in to this message.  Feel free to take a look at the services and products I offer via www.eclectik5healing.com.  
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           Also, a special thanks to all who have taken the time to subscribe to my newsletter! I am grateful and intend to take more time connecting with all of you.  Be well and talk soon.  Remember, your body doesn’t make mistakes. It wants to heal you.  How you choose to support it - matters.
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           I can already see improvement on my hand from using St. John’s wort oil.  It feels amazing and keeps my skin moisturized for quite some time.  My favorite part about this oil is that it was made using the solar infused method. Which involves letting the herbs saturate in the oil for 4-8 weeks (in my case longer) and then straining the oil.  The remaining product is a potent herbal infused oil made in organic cold pressed extra virgin olive oil. This oil also sat on an energy disc to further enhance its healing properties. This makes for a potent oil made with love, intention, and calming energy.
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           So, let’s briefly chat about this oil and its many benefits.  St John’s wort oil can be used topically to treat a variety of things, and this is exactly what I have been using it for.  It treats anything from mild burns, wounds, inflamed areas, varicose veins, and bruises. Rumor has it, it has also been traditionally used for centuries, not only for its healing properties but also for treating nerve pain, including neuralgia and sciatica. 
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           The wonders of this oil don’t stop there! It also has emotional and energetic uses such as anti-depressant and mood lifting properties.  It can also help with abnormal physical weakness, lack of energy, and seasonal effective disorder.  It may also help relieve tension and stress, while increasing mental clarity.  
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           My mother made her unexpected transition at the end of 2018; it rocked my world. I was 8 months pregnant with Niko and teaching full-time.  I can recall driving to Cleveland with my sister to see her at rehab after having back surgery. We were so excited to see her and hoped she would come home soon. We arrive
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           What started out as a 3–4-day trip to be with our mother turned into a 1–2-week trip of planning for her memorial. It was exhausting and so surreal. 
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           Our daughter Layla was flying back to see her and ride home with us. I was dreading picking her up from the airport only to tell her “Grandma passed away.”  She was heartbroken, as we all were. She ended up with a flare-up that had her in a wheelchair when we finally left to go home after the funeral. I knew it was the stress and grief that caused it.
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           My mother meant so much to so many people and she was the backbone of our family. She had a presence and energy that was very calming and reassuring.   
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           What I do know is that I had no idea of how to grieve the unexpected loss of my mother while also welcoming the expected arrival of Niko. I remember sharing this with one of the midwives. My heart was shaken, but I knew staying healthy in the midst of his arrival was of the utmost importance. As
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           Niko was born with a true knot in his cord, and I couldn't help but wonder if my mother passing away had to happen for him to be born. You see, true knots are rare, and babies often don’t make it due to the knot pulling on the cord and cutting off oxygen to the baby. He never was active inside of me and now I know why.  If he would’ve been doing too much in there he might not be here. (Now he won’t keep still)
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           After his birth, it took me a while to recover. 
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           I was in great shape and health when I got pregnant with him, but I gained a lot of weight with him. (He was the biggest of them all over 8 pounds)  I was also still grieving. So, we ate out a lot and I didn’t work out like I normally would’ve. I went back to work 4 months after he was born. Although, I 1000 percent wasn’t ready too.
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           You see, life goes on. But, for me life was at somewhat of a standstill. I went through the motions, but there was this huge piece of me that was still in a state of shock. I went to counseling but didn’t even stay in that too long. The sessions I went to were helpful, but it became a lot with everything else we had going on.
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           It was sometime towards the summer and fall of 2019 that I began to play my singing bowls more often. I would grab a singing bowl, go to the park, and just play. This time outdoors playing my bowls became a sanctuary for me. I started having midnight sessions at home as well.  People would walk by at the lake and tell me thank you for playing. 
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           This is also around the time I decided to resign from my job, attend midwifery school, and start eclectik5healing.  I resigned in December of 2019. Right before Niko was turning one.  
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           Looking back, I can now speak to how sound therapy has impacted my life and assisted with grief.  Since my mother's passing, there have been several more very important people in my life that have transitioned.  Some a little older and some still rather young.  Yet, in the midst of it all, I am still here.  More importantly, I am healthy and in sound mind.
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           At that time, I wasn't aware that every session was healing me. Every sound, every frequency, every tuning fork, drumming session, and every tear shed while doing it, was a release of some sorts.  I recall a family member asked me if I thought it helped (because they thought it did from observing) and I hadn’t really thought about it. I wasn't doing it for results. I was doing it, because I felt guided to.
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           After much reflection I know it is a resounding yes! 
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           There is something about frequencies and sound that realigns, grounds, and centers you.  I am so grateful for the first singing bowl I ever bought at a store right around the corner from my mom’s house. I used to play singing bowls and read about frequency healing  in her basement.   Little did I know that moment was preparing me for what was yet to come.
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           I know from experience sound therapy has the ability to assist in healing the body and mind. The ability to assist with grief, anxiety, and that feeling of being overwhelmed. I know, because it did just that for me. 
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           Every ring, every tune, and every tear shed was healing me in ways I could’ve never imagined.  All of this happened without my awareness that it was taking place.  At that time, I wasn't doing it for healing. I was doing it, because I wanted to and enjoyed it.  I was outdoors playing at the lake-just because.  No strings attached, deadlines to make, counseling sessions, or clients to get.  Just me, nature, and sound.  
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           Sometimes, I think we make healing way more complicated than it has to be.  Our body will guide us towards what is necessary for our healing. All we have to do is listen. The best advice I can give is to tune into you.  
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            Please don’t take anything I have to say personal in regards to no longer advocating for a plant based diet of food. I have taken several holistic nutrition courses by some really great people advocating plant based diets. What I have come to realize after further studies and continuing trial and error is that once again we have been lied to in regards to what is best for our bodies.
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            There are two things I think we can all agree upon.
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            !.) A lifestyle that is high in processed foods, sugar, and carbohydrates is not a healthy can have significant health effects on the body.
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            I think that vegans, vegetarians, carnivores, and such can agree upon these two things. Now that we got that part out of the way, let’s talk about why plant based eating is not ideal for optimal nutrition. I was a vegetarian for about 1-2 years. When I became pregnant with our second child I started eating meat again. Not only did my body need it, but I felt so much healthier once it was added back into my diet. My theory with this is that there is no way the body can consume enough bio-available nutrients via a plant based diet. 
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            Since I started doing birthwork I also discovered that a lot of women who were on plant based, vegan, and vegetarian diets were missing vital nutrients throughout their pregnancy unlike clients consuming meat. Now, I know people will say they know someone who was a vegan and had a healthy pregnancy and labor. While this may be true, I am certain that person also had to consume some kind of supplements do get the necessary levels of Vitamin K, Vitamin D, magnesium, B-vitamins, Potassium, and more. 
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            While supplements are can be great to assist the body, in my opinion it seems we have traded one dependency for another. Some people have stopped taking antibiotics and may eat plant based diets, but they consume an awful lot of supplements to provide essential nutrients their body needs. While I do promote and sell herbal products, I always advise clients to make other lifestyle changes addition to consuming any kind of herbs. I 100% do not recommend vegan, vegetarian, or plant based diets while pregnant.
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            What I have come to discover over the past few years or so, is that most plants , fruits, and vegetables are not natural to our environment. What I mean by this is that a lot of plants were brought to different countries and don’t naturally grow in nature. The same can me said with fruits. Many of the fruits we consume are not authentic to nature. With the exception of berries, many fruits are hybrids. Many fruits also contain high levels of sugar, carbohydrates, and fiber. All of which are not good for the body to over consume.
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            I am amazed by what I have discovered over the past few years in regards to the dangers and nutritional deficiencies that can occur from consuming a majority vegan, vegetarian, and plant based diet. It took me a while to speak upon this. My first holistic nutritional certification course was from a man highly regarded in the African-American community for his knowledge about what to eat and the dangers of eating meat. However, I have learned to take the good and do away with the rest. So, while I no longer agree with some of the things he taught, I am still grateful to have learned and studied with him.
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            Now, let’s address a couple of things that we have been told that I can say in confidence are not true or inaccurate.
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            For starters, one of the things I was taught and was often regurgitated to me in wellness courses was that our ancestors did not eat meat. This is not true. I would tend to say this is a bold face lie. When you research and look at ancient tribes in various parts of the world they eat meat and lots of it. In fact, there was no way to remain healthy on berries and nuts in the wild! While these things may have been eaten when cattle was hard to come upon, on most days hunting was done and the entire animal was skinned and eater. So that is one of the things that is simply not true.
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            Now, let’s talk about nutrient dense and bio-available foods.
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            Foods the are nutrient dense contain a large amount of essential nutrients the human body needs and they are bio-available. Meaning they are easily absorbed by the body during digestion. absorbed by the body. Beef liver, Fish, eggs, and other animal based products are nutrient dense and readily absorbed by the body. In fact, organ meats are highly beneficial for the body and are packed with essential nutrients. We don’t eat enough organ meats and we certainly don’t eat enough nutrient dense foods.
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            There are some plants that have a higher nutritional value than others. However, most plants are lacking in essential nutrients and are not easily absorbed by the body. In fact, it takes the body longer to digest plant based foods and there aren’t many nutrients the body actually gets from them. Heme iron is very important for the body and can only be found in meat, poultry, and seafood. Studies say heme constitutes 95% of functional iron in the human body. Not too mention iron is a key nutrient that many of us are missing. I see this a lot with women. Both pregnant and not pregnant. They aren’t consuming enough heme iron. Often times, they supplement with iron pills and supplements but this is only a temporary fix.
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            There are other nutrients that are only found in high amounts in organ meats, poultry, eggs, and fish such as Vitamin A (Retinol), B12, Carnitine, Carnosine, Creatine, D3, DHA, EPA, Heme Iron, and Taurine. So, when you don’t eat enough of these foods you miss out on key nutrients.
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            I recently added liver to my daily diet and I like the way it makes me feel. I stopped drinking celsius some time ago due to the caffeine levels, the crash, and my dependability upon it for energy. I think I’ve found its’ substitution in beef liver. I freeze dried it and I take 3-4 pieces every morning to start off my day. Not too mention my periods only last about 3 days. I’ve never had long periods, but now they are relatively short and I don’t experience cramps or any other intense side effects. At most, I feel more tired than usual, but I think this is the body’s way of alerting us to do less when we first start our cycle.
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            When I looked back on my childhood and thought about what we ate I realized we ate it all. Pork, beef, chicken, seafood, chitlins, etc. We ate eggs as well. It wasn’t until the 90’s and 2000’s that we started to see a vegetarian diet being promoted and “science” saying that red meat causes heart disease. (Which is also not true) Also, just take a look at some vegans and look at vegans and vegetarians and see if they actually look healthy. By the way, being skinny is not an indication that you are healthy. The body should have a sufficient amount of muscles and fat. Being to thin/skinny does not correlate to good health. 
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            It should also be noted that plants and fruits are heavily sprayed with toxic chemicals. Many plant based foods are filled with corn, soy, sometimes wheat, and beans to give that meat like texture. All of which are not good for the body and contain little to any nutrition.
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            The fact of the matter is that America is the most obese over eating country in the world. We eat the most processed food. get the least amount of exercise, and spend way too much time in doors. Americans are obsessed with eating foods that taste good opposed to eating foods that make you feel good. Yes, there are people who consume a vegan raw food diet and will probably be healthier than most just because they aren’t consuming processed foods. They will probably be lacking in nutrients, but the elimination of processed foods will definitely make anyone healthier initially. 
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            I’ve also rarely met a vegan or vegetarian that didn’t “cheat” and eat meat from time to time. Even if it was seafood. At some point they all seem to crave what their body needs. From my experience this is especially true for those trying to conceive or with child. A lot of times simple changes to the diet can improve fertility and make for a healthier pregnancy. 
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            I always say the world is upside down. Meaning that a lot of times the truth is the complete opposite of whatever is being pushed down your throat by main stream media. Often times, it’s a mix of majority lies with echoes of truth mixed in. When it comes to our health we have to take matters into our own hands. Reliance and dependency upon the medical establishment and those employed by it for your wellness will often lead to further health complications.
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            And for the record, no, I do not recommend vaccines in any shape form or fashion. I do not recommend antibiotics either. When I say vaccines I’m not just referring to covid shots. I’m referring to all vaccines. I stopped vaccinating our children over 15 years ago. After seeing the side effects first hand and researching what is in these toxic shots it became to clear to me that I had been misinformed. Once you know and recognize that you are being lied to it is extremely hard to continue playing along. Awareness is everything and the hardest part of implementing lifelong lifestyle changes is committing to make the changes. 
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            Many of us are afraid to let go of ideas, perspectives, lifestyles, and mindsets that are inhaling us from experiencing the life we so desperately want to see come into fruition. Change isn’t always easy. If it was everyone wouldn’t be always looking for the quick fix. 
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            Time to make the change and start living a lifestyle independent of consistent reliability upon the medical establishment and pharmaceutical companies.
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            As always, I encourage you to do your own research in regards to healthy eating and nutrition. There is a lot of information supporting many of the things I mentioned above, however, you will have to discover that information for yourself and then apply it to see if it holds up for you in your life.
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           Stinging Nettle: Yes, It Stings!
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           So, I stumbled upon stinging nettle while walking a trail with the children. I saw the tall flower scattered throughout one specific area and knew I needed to know what it was. I got closer and reached out to smell it, then touch it. “Ouch!!!” That hurt!! I immediately knew it was probably stinging nettle. I never knew stinging nettle really stung until that day!
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           This weed is falloff delicate hairs that sting, hence its’ name. Once you see it and for some of us touch it, you will know what it is. It is one of the first weeds to grow in spring and all so nutritious. No worries about the stingers, because once you began to cook it they go away.
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           I was excited and took a moment to thank the stinging nettle before deciding to pick some. By this time, my children were next time asking what it was. I told them it stung, but of course by words weren’t enough. They had to touch it to find out for themselves….smh. However, I wouldn’t suggest to keep touching this plant as it can cause a rash and tend to irritate the skin.
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           When I first concluded that what I was looking at was stinging nettle, I immediately thought about allergies. I’ve always heard that stinging nettle works wonders for allergies in the spring when the pollen levels are high. Stinging nettle is useful for so many things and high in nutrients such as iron, amino acids, magnesium, and potassium. 
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           It is said to treat and make better things such as hay fever, painful muscles and joints, arthritis, anemia, gout, allergies, asthma, sunburn, and it is add to have been used as a hair rinse. Stinging or Wild Nettle also protects cells against damage from free radicals. 
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           Stinging Nettle can be consumed as a tea, tincture, or applied topically. I made a tincture with the nettles I picked and it came out pretty good. It’s a new product so I haven’t got a chance to use it yet or sold any at the moment, but once I do I will share my experiences using it and what others have to say about it.
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           If you decided to go picking stinging nettle please remember to bring your gloves, because this weed does sting!
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      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2024 19:32:57 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Autonomous Birth: My Perspective On What It Means To Birth In Power</title>
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            The more independent you become in your way of thinking and existing, the harder it becomes to remain confined within parameters of it. 
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           I’ve always walked to the beat of my own drum in some kind of way. Once I turned 18 and moved away to attend college, thus began my journey into discovering who I really was independent of my family. Slowly but surely, I began to grow into myself and discover so many new things in regards to health, his-story, and the Earthly plane we live upon. I started to shed a lot of beliefs and ideas that had been given to me. My beliefs about religion, health, the power of the body &amp;amp; mind were changing in more ways than one.
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           Little did I know, this experience of shedding beliefs, ideas, and systems would continue throughout the course of my life. I quickly learned that there are layers upon layers of programming that we have been subjected to on so many levels. The minute we think we have arrived at the ultimate truth, we will quickly discover that too was yet another program. Yet, the programs are relevant to our beliefs, ideas, and perspectives at that moment in life. So, I suppose they serve their purpose in that way.
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           Every new inner-standing came with it a new way of operating and moving through life. New perspectives brought on new words, physical appearances, spiritual practices, and lifestyle changes. Some of the new modalities have become my new way of processing and living, while others have been shed along the way. 
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           My perception and perspective of the medical system as it relates to birth and overall health has drastically shifted throughout the years. I remember when I began watching women give birth outside of the hospital via TLC and videos after the birth of my first child. I was so captivated by the fact that women could give birth inside of their homes free of any drugs or medical interventions. I knew it was something I wanted to try and thus began my journey into birthing outside of the system.
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           I had to take baby steps. I knew birthing at home was something I wanted to try, but I wasn’t quite sure of how to make it happen and a bit afraid. So, I decided I would birth our son Jahari in the hospital, but without any medication. He was born at the hospital and this was my first unmedicated birth. It was amazing and although I screamed for an epidural when I arrived at the hospital, I a m grateful that I was too far along to receive one. The feeling I felt knowing that my body birthed a baby without any drugs was a powerful one. My first child, Layla was born in the hospital and I received an epidural. While nothing went wrong and she was a healthy, happy baby, I knew after birthing our son that way of birthing was no longer for me.
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           So, when I became pregnant with baby number 3, I knew what time it was. It was time to go all in! Yet, having a midwife in the state I was living in was illegal at that time and I had no idea how I would find a midwife that was willing to accompany me at my birth. But, I knew what I wanted. So, I researched and called doulas and midwives in the area. One of the doulas’s gave me the number to a Black midwife in the area and thus began my journey to having my first water home-birth. She said if I found her that she was my midwife and she wasn’t at all concerned with the legalities of it all.
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           She was very hands off in her approach to birth and would go off somewhere in the house while mu husband and I were birthing our baby together. She was there when needed, but never tried to micromanage my experience.
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           There are so many emotions you go through when you’re doing something like having a home birth when home births are not nearly as popular as they are today. I remember the comments and disapproval family would give when i shared my plans. I quickly learned that people fear what they don’t know or over-stand. We have been brainwashed on so many levels about so many things, that when we are presented with the truth or a new perspective, it is sometimes impossible to accept it. I also had to learn that not being accepted was okay and that it is sometimes the price that has to be paid for going against the grain.
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           I am happy to say that Kyree was my first home birth. He was born at home in the water and he was perfect. No complications, no hemorrhage, no tears, and no medical drama. I even encapsulated my placenta with help of my mom and Doula at that time after my birth. My recovery time was unbelievably fast compared to giving birth in the hospital with an epidural and I was once again amazed by my body’s innate power.
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           You see, birth isn’t suppose to be a medicalized event that requires an abundance of nurses, equipment, and drugs. Our bodies are intelligent. The placenta is the only organ the body produces only to expel it when the time is right. Our body knows how to birth a baby, yet the medical establishment has women thinking that their body will in fact fail them and that there always has to be some type of medical professional present. 
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           You have the power and ability to birth your baby free of the ramifications of the medical establishment. No, I’m not anti-medical establishment, but I am for women having full autonomy over their bodies and the way in which they choose to bring life into this world. We have given our power away in so many ways, and its’ time we take it back. It wasn’t theirs to have in the first place.
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           Look for yourself and you will see when and how birth became the way it is today. You will discover that there was a group of individuals and various organizations that came together to modernize and monopolize off of the birth of women. It is also unsettling that many of the individuals within these organizations and families were men. There are many terminologies utilized by ob-gyn’s and midwives that are named after men. Women (especially Black women) were forbidden to offer care to birthing women within their communities. They were forced to become educated via the system or lose their right to hold space and be present for births they had been attending for years and years.
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           As a result of this, c-sections, epidurals, oxytocin, lying in bed, and induction are seen as normal and needed parts of birth and labor. Women’s emotions are used to coerce them into inductions and c-sections based upon unwarranted fear. In reality, none of those things are needed. Unfortunately, hearing horror stories about women’s experiences birthing in hospitals or dying during birth or within days/weeks after having a baby has become all to familiar to many that do birth work. 
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           It became increasingly hard for me to be present for births within hospitals or home births that looked and operated a lot like medical births.
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           I knew this wasn’t what I had in mind when I decided to do birth work in my community. Something always felt off. Even the home birth midwifery community didn’t feel like home. This is when I dropped out of midwifery school and decided that I would rather not do birth-work if it meant operating within the parameters of the medical system. I decided to let birth-work come to me and that I wold await an opportunity to work with and learn from individuals doing birth work with similar perspectives as mine.
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           I have met many women who do birth work that are uncomfortable with working within the system. Yet, they are afraid to completely let go of it and practice true autonomous birth. We are all afraid in a sense. Fear of stepping out on our own and putting ourselves out there keeps us stuck within the parameters of a system that is seriously failing women.
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           There is another way and there is no way I can sit back and be afraid to be seen and heard within my community. I know there are others that want to have full autonomy
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           If you are this woman, then I am here.
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            For others, I may not be for you. And that is okay too. My style and perspective on birth are not for everyone-and that is okay with me, but for those of you that want to take back your power and align with the intuitive power that resides within you, I’m happy to assist you in that process.
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            It is your birthright to have an autonomous intuitive birth.
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           Your uncomfortability and resistance may be the key to your inner-standing. Since I started on a path into alternative and holistic medicine years ago, so much about my perspectives and what I was taught to be true have changed. I think it is important that we remain open to new ideas and perspectives in regards to our health. A lot of the things we have been taught via our educational system and even in some “alternative” healing modalities are not true.
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           For instance, we are being bombarded with plant based everything nowadays and it’s been popular for quite some time. However, I would encourage you to do your own research in regards to plant based diets. Often times, agendas are pushed via the main stream media and although we may not always see it at first, there is usually a reason for it. When I attended school for holistic nutrition we were taught that fruits and vegetables are far superior. Meat was the enemy and apparently we were being lied to in regards to consuming meat. Especially, red meat. It really got a bad reputation in the holistic health community.
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           I can say with confidence that we have been bamboozled in that regards. If you research tribes in Africa and other countries who were hunters and gathers, it is clear to see that we did in fact eat meat. Not only did we eat meat, we ate the entire animal. Organs and all. However, the majority of us stay away from organ meat and tend to eat meat with muscles and bones in it. We are missing the most nutritious part of the animal when we do this! There is no way it would have been possible to live off of fruits and vegetables throughout the duration of the seasons. 
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           I was surprised to learn of the many untruths that are told within the “holistic” community as well. I was surprised to learn we don’t need fiber. We don’t need many supplements. Carbohydrates aren’t the bodies preferred source of fuel, or that plants can give off toxins that are not good for our health.
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           Not too mention, the fact that viruses don’t exist in nature and are in fact created to roll out and persuade the public to take toxic, harmful, and unnecessary vaccines. There are so many things we have been taught that are not true. 
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           I will not get into the reasoning this time, but my plan is to start writing more to share my experiences and what I’ve learned thus far since I’ve been Earthside. I would encourage you to look and see for yourself. If you’re looking for main stream media or the medical field to give you the truth you are sadly mistaken. The majority of them have been trained and studied at the same institutions that started the pharmaceutical industry. 
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           However, there are others who truly want to help. Others who are putting in the time, dedication, and losing their license to practice medicine, so that they can get the truth out. I will leave some websites, names, and books below. The rest is up to you. It’s time we start taking responsibility for our health and questioning the narrative we have been given for so many years.
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           The truth often times feels uncomfortable, there will be resistance, and sometimes relapses back to old unhealthy ways. There will be disapproval from others and if you are not ready to sometimes stand alone, you will continue to go along with the narratives given for the sake of fitting in. I’ve had to let go of “fitting in” several times to live a life that reflects who I am. I’ve had people question my choices and distance themselves from me due to my viewpoints. I’ve also made new friendships and discovered like-minded individuals along this path. Talked to people who are open and okay with questioning what we have been told in regards to our health and overall his-story.
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           I don’t claim to know to know everything or have al of the answers. I’m simply sharing my perspectives, viewpoints, and experiences as someone who has been in the field of “holistic” health and nutrition for over 15 years now. As someone who decided to no longer vaccinate my children over 15 years ago, as someone who decided to start giving birth at home instead of the hospital, as someone who first loc’d her hair almost 26 years ago when it wasn’t so popular, as someone who’s been a vegetarian and lived the plant based lifestyle, as someone who has had clients who were majority plant based opposed to those who consumed meat and been able to see the difference, as someone who decided to homeschool her children, and as a mother of five.
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           I say all of this to say that a lot of what I share and know is based off of my personal experiences. In addition to years of studying, researching, and learning from others. I have tried a lot. I have been wrong . I have been right too, but more importantly, I have been curious. Curiosity has led me to places I would’ve never known had I been closed off or unable to change when necessary.
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           You can have all the money in the world, but if you aren’t physically, mentally, and emotionally harmonized within yourself, you might as well be broke. If ongoing trauma, stress, and fear are at the forefront of your life you might want to stop and do some self-reflecting. Our bodies are intelligent. 
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           We are not designed to live off of carbohydrates, sugar, no sunlight, endless supplements etc. The body is not suited for an over abundance of processed and manmade chemicals, additives, vaccines, water, air, toxins, and stress. However, it will and can detox these things. Often times, the detox is the dis-ease we are told we have. 
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           I would encourage you to consider that what we have been taught is dis-ease is actually the body’s way to detox from the toxins and stress it is exposed to on a daily basis. Your long covid is NOT covid at all. My guess is that it is your body is trying to expel whatever it is inside of those concoctions that were created. The body wants to stay healthy. It wants to thrive and it will do whatever is necessary to do so. In the event the toxic load is too much, it will eventually lead to dis-ease. The goal of the body is always to heal. Remember that.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2024 18:10:16 GMT</pubDate>
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           GROUN IVY: The Plant That Cures It All
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            Welcome to the wonderful world of Ground Ivy! I picked this herb while on one of my long walks. I wasn’t sure of its’ medicinal uses when I picked it, but I was quite sure it was useful.
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            Ground ivy is an amazing weed that most gardens dislike. However, its’ many uses make it extremely useful for healing purposes. Now, let’s chat a bit about ground ivy. Ground ivy has purple bluish flowers and grows in shaded and moist areas. It is considered an appetite stimulant that is rich in vitamin C, iron, and potassium. It is said to treat digestive orders such as gastritis and indigestion. It is beneficial for liver and kidney function. It is an antidote for lead poisoning and used to treat an array of respiratory issues. It can aid in rebalancing the metabolism and is very useful for urinary tract infections. It relieves fluid retention and clears out toxins in the body. It is considered a plant that cures it all and is a mild sedative.
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      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2024 20:58:36 GMT</pubDate>
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            Whether we are aware of it or not, many of us are consistently running a program of lack and not having enough. As a child, I can recall our hot water being off or my mom struggling to pay the rent. These kind of experiences are deeply rooted within our psyche. If we are not aware, we run the risk of repeating cycles and carrying this idea that we can never have and there will never be enough. Then we hold on to past experiences to validate these beliefs. Then we cling to things, people, and that validate the “I don’t have enough” mindset. Unconsciously manifesting more of the same.
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            Don’t turn away when it seems your reality hasn’t caught up yet. Think of the years of programming of your current narrative and know that it may take time to see physical changes. This doesn’t mean they aren’t happening and won’t come into fruition. Maybe there’s more that has to align and more you have to see for what it is in order to move past it.
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            This idea that we don’t have enough time is another false narrative we tell ourselves and live by. This one is big, as it puts us in a constant race to be and do things within a required timeframe. We are always “on the clock” whether it’s literally or figuratively. We have an actual clock, watches, dates, years, a biological clock and it is all there to subliminally remind us that our time can and will run out. So we start on the hamster wheel and some of us never get off.
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            Opposed to a place of “there isn’t enough.” There is more than enough. There is more than enough to go around to everyone. This idea that we have to compete for our very existences is another narrative that we have to stop and take a look at. It is limiting and keeps us in survival mode. We are so afraid to be without and unknowingly support this fear with our actions. Then we use trauma and past experiences to validate that “there isn’t enough.”
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            While the idea of time and the clock was created to keep us locked into a particular mindset, it is a construct we adhere to while earth-side. Therefore, it is important to know how to navigate both realities. How to utilize the system without being trapped within or to the ideologies of it. It can be done. When you start making choices rooted from a I trust and know that I am supported place, it sends an alert to your body and brain that all is well. These constant alerts change the narrative. Your thoughts will try to get you back into that place of scarcity, lack, and I am not supported, but keep overriding that program with the new one. Eventually the upgrade will take place.
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      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2024 20:40:29 GMT</pubDate>
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           I was walking back from my workout, when I saw this plant in the field.  I’ve gotten pretty good at recognizing plants that may have medicinal properties.  So, when I saw this plant with its’ pretty purple flowers, I knew it was something.  While I had heard of blue vervain before, I had no clue as to how it looked.
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           So, when I stopped to investigate it I was quite surprised to discover it was blue vervain.  Even more excited when I read about its’ medicinal uses.  When I pick a plant I always take a moment to connect to the plant.  If I know it’s not poisonous I’ll taste it to get an idea of what it tastes like.  In my opinion blue vervain has a rather bitter kinda taste.  It’s also easier to spot due to its’ purple flower and cone shape.
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           Blue vervain reminds us of the importance of slowing down and settling into the present moment.  After picking it I took it back to my home to wash it, clean it, apply some vibrational tunes to it via my tuning fork, and tincture it.
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            Blue Vervain (Verbana Hastata)  is a relaxing, cooling, and drying herb. It has a rather bitter taste and its’ aerial parts are used for medicinal healing.  It relaxes and tonifys the nervous system.  If you’re feeling uptight or have a personality that desires to control the nature of events this may be the herb for you.  Today, this plant is given to the person who is fixed in their ways, opinions, and outlooks on life. 
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            This herb is good for an overactive digestive track, chronic stress, anxiety, depression, the lymphatic system, (colds, coughs , respiratory) to increase breast milk, tension, (specific to neck, shoulders, headaches) high blood pressure brought upon by liver heat, uterine tonic, (specifically for relaxing menstrual cramps or to bring on the menses when delayed via pelvic congestion or uterine weakness. 
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           It can be made as an infusion,  (You may want to add a better tasting herb to it) tincture, (best taken frequently in small doses) or as a poultice/compress. (Fresh plant poultice for healing wounds, cooling burns, and circulating the blood to clear up old bruises.
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           Motherwort, Lion’s ear, Lion’s tail, Roman motherwort, Throwwort
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           Motherwort AKA Leonurus Cardiaca  is a plant (bitter herb) that belongs to the mint family.  It can be found in the United States, Europe, and Canada.
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           Its’ scientific name comes from the latin word leo meaning lion and the Greek word our, meaning “tail.” The Cardiaca comes for the Greek word for heart.  When you combine these two words you get some of the major functions of motherwort.
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           It supports healthy reproductive function in women. In fact, it is reliable herb often used my midwives and mothers. It is a tonic for the nervous system and cardiovascular system.  Motherwort soothes and brightens one’s disposition making it an excellent herb to relieve anxiety and tension.
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           It’s major functions are it relieves childbirth pain, stimulates uterine contractions after delivery, eases post-partum anxiety, calms heart palpations, irregular heartbeat, and rapid heartbeat.
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           Motherwort’s uses are to treat asthma, lack of menstruation, menopausal symptoms, flatulence, hyperthyroidism, nervous heart complaints, to treat menstrual disorders, and cardiac conditions such as palpations.
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           It’s uses are many and it is definitely an herb to keep close by due to its’ ability to promote relaxation and support the heart.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 20:46:13 GMT</pubDate>
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           Shepherd’s Purse AKA blindweed, cocowort, lady’s purse, pepper-and-salt, shepherd’s heart, and St. James weed
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           Shepherd’s pure gets its’ name from it’s seed pods that are shaped like purses.  It can be found all over the world and is what many herbalist would call a medicinal weed. (I’m learning there are so many “weeds” with medicinal properties)
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            Shepherd’s purse is used to stop bleeding of all kinds (even nosebleeds) and is one of the reason’s many midwives utilize this herb in the event of postpartum hemorrhaging.  It is an astringent and is often used to prevent the loss of excess fluid.  (For bleeding and debilitating fevers) 
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            It is also a tonic herb that strengthens organs, tissues and processes of the body as well as overall health. It is useful for general weakness, debility, neurasthenia, sluggish digestion, coldness, fatigue, and depression.  It can also speed up the healing of wounds and was used as a first aid herb. 
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           Shepherd’s purse is also a diuretic and stimulates the body to urinate.  Shepherd’s Purse has been an important stimulant and diuretic herb for use in kidney complaints and dropsy, or water retention in the body.
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            There are always several storylines running within the news and political realm of our world.  Distractions are being created to keep humanity in a perpetual state of flux and fear.  Whether its a virus, war, or some kind of shooting.  The news and media are there to remind us of what we should be focused on. 
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            Very seldom can you turn on the news and walk away feeling refreshed or renewed.  This is done by design.  The frequency of things, people, and the storylines running within the media are not intended to give you the truth or ignite your critical thinking skills.  This is quite obvious from the way we feel after tuning into such things. 
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           What we decide to tune into on a moment to moment basis is important for our mental state and overall health.  Who we allow to dictate how we choose to live our lives matters.  It is imperative that we are utilizing our critical thinking skills right now and not taking everything we see or hear at face value.  Discernment is a high commodity right now and I encourage everyone to be sure they are using it.  Fear is and always will be a tool used to immobilize people or hinder their ability to make sound decisions.
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           What it is and why it is often used to bamboozle people into trusting or believing in something they otherwise wouldn’t have if they weren’t responding from a place of fear.  For the record, fear is a normal and necessary emotion needed to ensure safety from real threats and dangers that we experience.  However, it (along with unnecessary stress and anxiety) can alter our ability to think clearly and make decisions from an intelligent intuitive state.  Let’s take a deeper look into fear and what it actually does to the human body. (And mind)
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            There are two categories that come to mind when thinking about fear.  They are internal fear and external fear.  There are internal stressors (that we all have) and there are external stressors that come from sources outside of ourselves. (People, Media, social media, etc)  Long-term fear, anxiety, and stress can cause your brain to release hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline.  Now the body is in fight or flight mode.   It’s attempting to fight off said threat by releasing hormones.
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           However, your brain doesn’t know what exactly it is that’s making you fearful. So, your brain will keep releasing those hormones until you decide to use you’re inner-discernment to determine what is going on within you’re reality that is an actual threat and what isn’t.  Your brain has no idea what’s what. It’s just doing it’s job and releasing said hormones to protect you from what it perceives to be a threat.
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            Now, the problem is that a lot of us are walking around constantly releasing these hormones.  What does this mean? It means that we are unaware that we are constantly making choices and doing things to keep ourselves in a perpetual state of fear.  Then, there are the things that we are unconsciously tuning into (outside of ourselves) that are contributing to our fear.  Internal fear + External fear= physical, mental, and emotional turmoil. 
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           Constant or unchecked turmoil (fear) leads to illness and disease.  It can increase anxiety, stress, cause gastrointestinal problems, decrease fertility, stall a woman’s birth, lead to depression, increase your risk of kidney disease, nausea, dizziness, panic attacks, inability to concentrate, and more.  It also opens an individual up to mistreatment and being taken advantage.  When you live your life and make choices from a place of fear you are literally making yourself sick.
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           Why do we do it to ourselves? Because, we react to life from an emotional space.  We are afraid of the unknown.  We want to know for sure that we will always be financially secure, have that stable job, stay in that faithful marriage, not die before our children, not be alone.  The truth is that we are afraid of what we don’t know. What we can’t control.  Also, we have been heavily programmed to believe everything we’ve been told throughout our lives to be true.
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           When we truly live, we aren’t consistently thinking, imagining, or wondering how life will play out.  We may succumb to occasional depression, anxiety, or stress, but these things will not keep us in a perpetual state of fear.  When we stop trying to control life,  let others control our lives,  reacting to everything that happens in our lives, and just started living our lives according to our  inner discernment- life begins to change.
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           We are unknowingly telling our brain to release unnecessary hormones.  We are unknowingly tuning into to things that are not beneficial to our mental state.  Often times, our fears are not immediate threats. They are threats from the past or threats about our future.  They are threats that were never ours.  If we stop and look, most of the time, the moment we are in presents no immediate threat.  It may present anger, irritability, or make us uncomfortable, but most times we aren’t about to die in that moment.
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           How do we deal with the emotional ups and downs of life?  How do we decide if a choice we are making is coming from a place of fear or a place of intuitive intelligence and trust?
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           We take a moment, breathe, and ask ourselves are we in immediate danger? Am I making this choice from an emotional place within or an intuitive intelligent place? Are there media or external sources impacting my decision? If so, should I trust these sources to navigate my life?
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           We have to check in.  We have to limit external fear by asking ourselves questions and being aware of what we are choosing to tune-in to.  Sometimes, fear will come up when we are trying, doing, or pursuing new things.  This is normal and instead of allowing the fear to consume us we have to have enough awareness to recognize that it’s a normal reaction to stepping outside of our comfort zone.  The more we self-reflect and use our inner discernment the less  paralyzed we will become by fear.
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            I’m not suggesting we avoid fear or run away from our fears. I’m suggesting we look at them and see them for what they really are.  Ask ourselves in that moment “Is my life really being threatened”? 
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           There are many things we can do to manage fear.  Meditation, prayer, journaling, sound healing, reiki, breathing exercises, etc are all useful.  However, the fact is that fear is a normal part of life.  No amount of meditation or grounding exercises will stop us from experiencing fear.  It isn’t fear that’s the problem it’s our reaction to it and our inability to make sound choices guided by our own discernment and intuitive intelligence.
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           I’m amazed by the number of herbs there are growing right in my backyard.  Today, while I was working out I noticed a flower.  I looked at the flower and said to myself, “That’s an herb and I’m going to see which one it is after my workout.” (Had to finish my workout of course)
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            So, I went over and looked at the flower. It was a beautiful pink, yellow, and purple looking flower. Almost looked like some kind of daisy or sunflower and it felt very familiar to me. (The latter being the fancy way of saying it) I’m pretty sure I knew what it was, but just couldn’t remember.  So, I looked it up an lo and behold it was a purple cone flower aka Echinacea Purpurea.
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           Echinacea is a staple in our home and I use it whenever anyone in the house becomes sick. However, we mostly drink it as a tea, but now that I discovered it in a field close by we will be using it as a tincture to.
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           First, I picked herbs locally.  However, you can make Echinacea tincture using fresh or dried herbs. I used fresh herbs for my tincture.
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           Then, I put all of the fresh parts of the plant into a mason jar and filled it up with 80 proof vodka. (I usually use 80 or 100 proof vodka for my tinctures.  Everclear can be used as well using a 1:1 ratio of Everclear and vodka)
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           After that, I added a ceylon cinnamon stick to the jar to boost its’ anti-inflammatory properties and give it a more pleasant taste. (I got the tip about the cinnamon stick from reading someone else’s blog)
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            Lastly, I labeled the jar with the date, name of the herb, and the earliest date it would be ready to strain. Then, I stored it in my cabinet in a cool and dry place.
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           That’s it! It’s that simple.
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           Now, your family, friends, clients, etc can reap the many benefits of this herb.
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           Let’s get to the benefits of Echinacea Purpurea.
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           * Assists in upper respiratory Issues
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            Dosages: A squeeze is about 15-20 drops, or 1ml. A teaspoon is roughly equivalent to 5ml. The most commonly used dose for tinctures is 20-40 drops or 1-2 squeezes. In general, the more acute a condition, the more frequent the doses.
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           It can also be taken to prevent illness, but I mostly utilize it when anyone in our house is sick.
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           Echinacea shouldn’t be taken on an empty stomach or for extended periods at a time without a short break in between. (Taking it too long without a break can decrease it’s effectiveness)  For example, five days on and then 2-3 days off would be good and that could be repeated.
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           It’s no secret that mushrooms have been used for thousands of years in eastern medicine to treat a variety of ailments.  There has been countless scientific research done on the benefits of medicinal mushrooms.  Today, while I was in the Vitamin Shoppe, the salesperson was telling me stories of people she knows who’s fibromyalgia and cancer symptoms went away from the consistent use of medicinal mushrooms.  It’s no secret that mushrooms have been used for thousands of years in eastern medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
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           Many mushrooms have incredible benefits for the body.  They have antiviral and antibacterial properties. They have incredible benefits for your immune system, hormones, and brain. (Just to name a few) It’s a wonder they’re becoming so popular and are even recommended by many doctors.  So, without further ado, here are some popular medicinal mushrooms and the benefits they have for your health:
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           “Maitake means dancing mushroom in Japanese. This mushroom grows wild in Japan, China, and North America.  It contains chemicals that are used to treat cancer, relieve side effects of chemotherapy, help fight tumors, and stimulate the immune system.  There are many other benefits this mushroom can provide.
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           The chinese name for the reishi mushroom is ling chih. It means “mushroom of immortality”.  (How could you not want to take this with a name like that!)  One of its’ active ingredients is polysaccharides.  This mushroom can enhance the body’s immune system, improve blood circulation, improve blood sugar, possible anticancer activity, and life-span extending properties.
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           This Elderberry Syrup Recipe is Scrumptious! 
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           Whenever I feel a cold coming on or the children begin to show symptoms of a cold, I give them elderberry syrup. I also use it during cold/flu season to give their immune system a boost and prevent illness. It is filled with many beneficial components. The entire family loves it!
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           Add all ingredients except honey. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for 30-40 minutes. Drain elderberry juice using a fine mesh strainer or cheese cloth. Be sure to smash the elderberries to get any extra juice from them. Add honey. Pour into glass containers and store in the refrigerator for up to 30 days. For longer storage freeze into ice cube trays and use at a later date.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 20:15:56 GMT</pubDate>
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           Fasting is an ancient technique that has been used for many years. Many people throughout history have used fasting as a way to clear the body and mind. There are stories of the philosophers Socrates, Plato, and Hippocrates fasting for health reasons. It is said that Jesus fasted for 40 days and 40 nights in the Judean Desert. Gandhi often fasted for political reasons throughout the course of his life. During ancient times, fasting was a common way to restore health, clear the mind, and become one with all that is. (Nature, God, the Universe)
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           Fasting isn’t a one size fits all kind of concept. When fasting, there are many options available based upon the individuals health, prior fasting experience, their reason for wanting to fast, and a desire to complete the fast. There are also several benefits one may receive from fasting. (This includes, intermittent fasting, short fasts, and long fasts.  Also, water &amp;amp; dry fasting)
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            Detoxification
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           veryone talks about living and being in the moment.  From Big Sean to Echart Tolle.  But, what does this really mean?  Can we really embrace the moment from a place of fear and/or desire?
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            The moment is all there is.  I’ve read this and listened to others speak of this time and time again.  It sounds incredibly simple, yet it can be very challenging. So, I asked myself the question why.  Why is it so challenging?
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           It’s challenging, because we are always approaching the moment from a place of lack or desire.  Never from a place of spontaneity.
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           It’s challenging, because we are always trying to improve ourselves.  How can we live in the moment if we’re always trying to improve it and shape it into what we think it should be?
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           It’s challenging, because we have been programmed.  Programmed to believe we are blemished, tarnished, and born into sin and not love.
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           It’s challenging, because we want to be seen.  We want to be validated. We want to be successful.  We want fulfillment.  We want a certain amount of money in our bank account. We want, want, want something from the moment.
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           It’s challenging, because we can’t let go.  Of people, places, ideas, spiritual practices, childhood trauma, etc.  But, if the moment is all there really is, all of those things are nothing more than memories and images that we have chosen to continuously identify with.
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           It’s challenging because we micromanage the fuck out of our lives.  We put so many time restraints, expectations, desires, and what if’s on life.  The moment then becomes another conversation with the mind instead of acceptance of what is.
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           ﻿Cha’ron Keyatha
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            it’s challenging, because we take in too much information. We’re constantly searching, seeking, reading a damn book, watching a video or theorizing about life.  When in all actuality, the moment requires none of this. 
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           It’s challenging, because we pay too much attention to our thoughts.  We choose which ones to identify with and then come up with all kinds of stories based upon our thoughts.  We try to remove them or listen to them.  But, are there really any thoughts in the moment?  Or do we create them by tuning into our mind instead of letting the moment be.
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            I’m not proclaiming to be a guru at living in the moment.  But, it doesn’t take a guru to notice that we are living in our heads.  We are addicted to our thoughts.  We are addicted to our emotions. We are addicted to our stories. We are addicted to our spiritual beliefs. 
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           We have come to believe that we are something other than what we are at any given moment.  So. we endlessly search, we attend retreat after retreat and watch video after video.  We read book after book and join organization after organization.  We trade in traditional religion for modern spirituality.  We seek validation on social media.  We always want more.  We’re always looking for some kind of way to be fulfilled.
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            It’s challenging, but it’s suppose to be simple. 
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           The moment always is.  It simply is.
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           We define it and resist it.  We fill it with the jargon of our mind and paint it with the past and future.
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           But, we don’t have to.
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           We can relax into life. Tune into ourselves, and accept life as it comes.  Acceptance doesn’t mean we’re always okay with the moment, but it means we are no longer resisting it, whatever it may be.
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           So, in the words of Big Sean “It’s that simple, it’s all about living in the moment. Period.”
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           Tune into you, let the rest go.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 18:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <author>thefrequencytuner@gmail.com (Charon Johnson)</author>
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           Time The Fuck Out!!
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            Yes, it’s that time.
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           I’ve been so busy with my business, 5 children, homeschooling, exercising, etc that I forgot to do something I really enjoy.
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           Writing.
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           I’ve been writing since I was a young girl.  I started out writing poems in my bedroom with my door closed.  Then, I started writing songs and articles.  Writing has always been an important part of my life and something that I’m good at and enjoy doing.
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           But, lately it seems there’s been so much to do all the time. From washing clothes, to cooking dinner, to practicing with my singing bowls, working out, to homeschooling.  So much so, that I haven’t written anything in quite some time.
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           Then today after taking a walk around the lake and looking at the sunset, I was reminded of the important things in life.  I was reminded that giving myself a long to do list every single day isn’t the way.
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           We give ourselves distractions all the time.  Whether it’s social media, working out, t.v, or our children.  We tell ourselves there aren’t enough hours in the day to do everything and then we wonder why there aren’t enough hours in the day. (Were strange beings)  We bombard ourselves with meetings, phone calls, children’s activities, and more.  We do a lot of things everyday, but not a lot of the things we enjoy.
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           Let me say that again.
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           We do a lot of things everyday, but not a lot of the things we enjoy.
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           This leads to burnout.
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            A life filled with long to do lists, constant schedules, social media scrolling, and endless activities is not the answer all the time.  A life without doing things that delight you (not things you do out of obligation or expectation) can lead to stress.  And we all know what to much stress does to the immune system.  It sends into fight or flight mode and next thing you know were busy running around doing things that are not fulfilling us. 
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           We have forgotten to be still. To take time to reflect.  To do the things that nurture our soul.  These are the moments when intuition strikes and inner alignment can occur.  These are also the moments when we are forced to sit with our emotions.  To feel the very things we unconsciously try to avoid by giving ourselves long to do lists all the damn time.
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           Take a damn break my love.
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           Have a seat. Watch the sunset.  Take a deep breath.  Scream at the top of your lungs.  Write a poem.  Record a song.  Draw a picture.  Do something that you enjoy.  Something that delights you and lights you up inside.
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           You’ll be grateful you did and your creative juices will begin to flow.
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           In Love,
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           Cha’ron
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            PS- Time is not running out.  Or walking out for that matter. (lol) The perception of time we have been given is just that, a perception! Doesn't make it true.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 18:49:42 GMT</pubDate>
      <author>thefrequencytuner@gmail.com (Charon Johnson)</author>
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           Sacral Chakra Blockage
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           My sacral chakra is blocked.  
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           This isn’t the first time I’ve come to discover it was blocked and took necessary steps to balance it.  However, this is the first time I’m truly looking deeper into what this means and doing more intense work to clear the blockages associated with my sacral and root chakra.
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            What is the sacral chakra?
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           It is the chakra located at the base of the spine below the navel and at the center of your lower belly.  The 2nd chakra, associated with creativity, inner-child, emotional body, sensuality, flow, sexual energy, ob/gyn problems, libido.  Its’ color is orange and its’ element is water. This chakra is where your ideas are nurtured and seeds are planted to grow. It is how you express and nurture your creative self.
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           When there are blockages and this chakra is not flowing, you may experience things such as lower back pain, adrenal issues, sciatica nerve issues, sexual depletion or overuse of sexual energy, lack of energy, infrequent or no orgasms, fatigue, and issues with guilt.  An imbalance in this chakra can also be indicative of issues with letting-go and unhealed trauma from childhood.  
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           I’ve had issues with this chakra throughout my life.  Right now it’s manifesting itself in the form of sciatica pain. The pain forced me to sit my ass down somewhere and be still.  Needless to say, I was not happy.  I’m a mother of five children, I workout, love to hike, and be outdoors.  So, when the pain hit me I wasn’t exactly enthused about it.  In fact, I was kinda pissed off.
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            However, I decided to go with the flow and rest.  I’ve spent a lot of time writing, taking baths, meditating, and self-reflecting.  I’ve also spent time crying, in pain, and releasing a lot of pinned up emotions.
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           I began to take a look at my life.  I started to let go of ideas, people, beliefs, and past trauma.  I quit school full-time and started to remember the things that make me happy.  For me, life was becoming full of obligations, requirements, and deadlines. I was stressing about midwifery school, falling behind homeschooling, and goin through other issues.  Yet, I was still waking up at 4:45/5:00 am daily and pushing forward.
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           I was burnt out.
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           The funny thing about it is I wasn’t even aware that I was burnt out.  I was just pushing through and fulfilling obligation after obligation without stopping to assess my happiness and fulfillment with the things I was putting so much of my time and energy into.
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           Pause for a moment and reflect.
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           It has a way of forcing us to sit down and be still.  We should be grateful for these moments.  Moments like these can be a great opportunity for self-reflection and reassessing is working for us in life and what isn’t.
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           It’s done just that for me.  
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           I’ve slowly started letting go of things that are stressing and draining me out.  I’ve started releasing people who do the same.  I’ve turned my focus inward.  It’s as if an intense cleansing of my internal space is happening.  Not too mention, I’ve also started to let-go of a lot of physical things in my home that are no longer needed or taking up too much energy.
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            I’m learning to listen to myself, to trust myself, and to follow my hearts calling.  To do things that excite me and ignite the inner-child within.  I’m remembering the things I’ve always loved to do that really light me up inside.  The best thing is I’m not doing them out of obligation or requirement, I’m doing them because I want too.  I’m doing them, because my body is telling me it’s time.
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           My body is showing me what a life of unfulfilled, obligated, and stressful work will do to me.  It’s reminding me that life is fun and that creativity soars when we are in touch with our inner-child and the things that spark our curiosity.  My body is reminding me that I matter.  It’s alerting me to what has to change and I’m listening.
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           The body is wonderful at giving us messages.  All we have to do is be willing to listen and make the connection.  I’m making the connections.  I’m honoring my body and paying attention to what it’s telling me.
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           Cha’ron it whispers, it’s time honey you have to let go, move on, and spread your wings. It’s time to fly.”
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      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 18:42:43 GMT</pubDate>
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            When I was younger, I could be found playing/ eating dirt. There’s even a picture of me happily indulging in dirt. Family members remind me of this strange, but exciting pass time.
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           Lately, I’ve been thinking of things I liked to do as a child. Things that excited me and made time fly. While I doubt very seriously that I’ll be eating dirt, not too long ago my children and I were planting some peppers. As I poured out the dirt and began to put my hands in it, I began to play in it and feel a sense of peace. Now at this moment I understand why I’ve always wanted a garden, enjoy standing barefoot on the ground or dirt, and feel at ease when planting.
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           It’s something I’ve always took pleasure in. No, I don’t want to eat it, lol but it’s something about dirt and soil that relaxes me and puts me at ease.
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           That got me to wondering more about the things I enjoyed as a child. The things that just allowed time to pass by without my knowing and gave me a sense of inner excitement and peace.
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           Herein lies the key to what you should be doing in your worldly pursuits.
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           When I was younger, I spent hours in my room writing. Whether it was poetry, a song, or a letter to a friend, I would go in my room and write for days. I would get lost in the moment of expressing myself on paper. I still have a few poems I wrote from when I was younger. It was one of my favorite past times.
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           Whether it’s playing in the dirt or writing poems. These were things I did as a child that excited me, sparked my creativity, and gave me a sense of inner peace.
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           We must remember things we’ve always loved to do that got the juices flowing within. The things we could do for hours and think nothing of it. These are the things we should revisit as adults. We should take notice of what we feel when we do them. They may give us direction as to what we should be doing in our adult life or at least guide us towards those things.
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           It shouldn’t feel like constant pressure. It isn’t isn’t supposed to be filled with a long list of things to do out of obligation, responsibility, and suggestions from others.
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           There are a lot of things we did as a child and we got lost in them. When we finally came up for air, we discovered we created a masterpiece and time seemed to have passed without our knowing.
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           These are the things we must remember and give incite as to what makes us “tick”. It’s important (even as adults) there are things in our life that make us tick. Things we do out of the sheer pleasure and curiosity we get from them.
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           I’m remembering some of the things that excite me and spark my curiosity. I’ve had to learn to stop operating in survival mode and always having something to do. Being a mother of five children definitely makes it easier for me to make mental note after mental note about my to do list and get loss in the obligations of life.
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           But, this makes for a stressed out and all to serious mama and most importantly me. I’m happier when I play and allow the ease of life to come to me. Sure, there may be days the floor isn’t mopped, but is that really more important than my sanity and ability to relax in life and sometimes do shit just because?
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           So, the next time you go thinking about that long to do list or the many obligations you must fulfill, take a moment and just be. Do something that excites you and gives you a sense of fulfillment in that moment. After all, this is what life is all about. You are meant to thrive, not survive.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 18:37:35 GMT</pubDate>
      <author>thefrequencytuner@gmail.com (Charon Johnson)</author>
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           I was completing work for one of my midwifery courses and it was talking about pain relief during labor versus working with or coping with the pain.  The article went on to talk about pharmacological and non pharmacological approaches to labor pain.   A random question appeared in my mind: Why are we so obsessed with eliminating or numbing pain in various aspects of life?
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           The desire to numb, reduce, or eliminate pain doesn’t just happen in labor.  It happens in life.  Having anxiety? Pop a xanax. Feeling depressed? Take SSRI’s.  Having challenges and hardships in life or want to get spiritual clarity? Try Ayahuasca.  What’s the consistent thing that all these things seem to be taking away? Pain. The pain that anxiety can bring, or depression, or life’s many challenges, or the idea that you need something outside of yourself for spiritual awareness.  Not too mention the endless commercials suggesting you take a medication for damn near every ailment known to mankind.  Nevermind the side affects that accompany many of these drugs or alter people’s natural state forever.
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           Let me be clear.  I am in no way suggesting that some medications are not beneficial or needed by some individuals.  However, there seems to be an obsession with numbing eliminating the pain via medication opposed to self-reflection, therapy, herbs, energy healing and many other modalities that people benefit from.  I’m afraid I have a news flash for everyone.
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           That’s right I said it, pain is a necessary part of life.  Not only is it necessary, it’s essential for growth and evolution. 
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            Whether it be physical, mental, or emotional.  We are all faced with experiences and some of us with trauma that changes who we are forever.  It is unfortunate, but no one gets through life without experiencing pain. I don’t care if it’s something as simple as a breakup or intense as losing a loved one.
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           Maybe it’s time we start teaching children about pain and how it’s necessary for evolution and growth.  Everything isn’t peaches and roses all the time.  There needs to be a healthy balance between pain and pleasure. We must learn to embrace some forms of pain instead of always looking for something outside of ourselves to mask the pain or make it go away.  When we learn effective tools and techniques to assist with pain, we can learn how to manage it on may different levels.
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           - Learning to control the breath and take deep breaths in the midst of challenging circumstances and during labor can assist in alleviating pain.  Often times, when we take our focus off of the situation and bring it in to our body, we relax.  We are reminded that everything will be okay and centered so that we can be present to address whatever intense emotion or circumstance it is we’re experiencing at that moment.
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           - Everything is in vibration. Everything is energy. Sometimes, our bodies are just out of tune and we need something to tune them up a bit. There are many forms of energy healing from sound therapy to reiki.  Research and take your pick. Maybe one of these will assist  in managing your physical, mental, or emotional pain.
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           - sometimes we just simply need to change our focus of attention. I now understand why people say sometimes the best cure for feeling down and out is to help others.  When we redirect our attention to something or someone other than ourselves we are taken away from our pain.  Even if it’s only for a moment. We are reminded that life is bigger than our pain and sometimes helping others is the perfect remedy and redirection needed.
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           - Oh how healing is nature.  This one in particular really helps me with emotional/mental pain.  I walk through the forest, go hiking, sit at the beach, sit on a rock, run outside, or just simply take a long walk outside. I always come back with clarity about what I need to do next. Sometimes I even receive messages via animals or trees.  I know it may sound strange, but try it.  Nature heals and there are actually studies that prove it to be true.  There’s even a name for it and it’s called Shinrin-Youku, also known as forest bathing.  Well, I love forest bathing, hugging trees, and being near water.  It’s all so healing for my mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual state of being.
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           So, the next time your wanting to instantly remove the pain from your life, remember the pain is necessary for your growth.  It can give clarity and often time is a catalyst for change to take place.  Embrace the pain and try some of the techniques above to help manage the physical, emotion, or mental pain you may be experiencing.
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           Sleep is last on our list of things to do. No matter how much you try and convince yourself that you don’t need adequate sleep or your body can function on 3-4 hours of sleep daily, the truth is your just telling yourself lies.
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           1) The cells in your body need sleep to repair themselves. I’m not making this up you can research it for yourself. Sleep helps to boost reproduction of the cells involved in brain repair.
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           6) Better mood. When you feel exhausted you’re cranky. Not getting enough sleep affects your emotional regulation. I know from experience when I need more sleep I’m highly irritable.
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           8) Stronger Immunity. In a research study, people who got seven hours of sleep a night or less were almost three times as likely to get sick than those who got at least eight hours.
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           9) Adequate sleep decreases your risk of accidents and depression. Millions of people suffer from depression. More than half of them also struggle with insomnia. It seems that insomnia precedes depression in some cases. Getting less than six hours of sleep can affect your cognitive abilities. Drowsy drivers cause thousands of accidents yearly.
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           10) Lastly, Research shows sleep deprivation shortens your life span. A good nights rest may actually add years to your life-span.
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           The benefits of my personalized nutritional blueprint include but are not limited to: 
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            I've done the research for you, this saves you time and money and allows you to focus on applying your energy towards restoration of yourself. 
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             My clients experience being exposed to variety. Many people walk past healthy items in their grocery store simply because they have never tried some foods before. My clients enjoy being introduced to new foods, alternatives and learning how their body responds. 
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            I design based on your lifestyle. With a nutritional blueprint, I ensure you have a plan to intake the proper nutrition at the right times of the day to fit how your days unfold. 
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            Seeing results. My clients find a way to implement changes to see results in their own life, but more importantly they discover, they have a partner to help them make adjustments if and when needed. 
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           I’ve had to rewrite this section a few times recently to accommodate learning, growth, and experiences that lead me to new perspectives.  As a writer, I always go back to read what I write and see if it’s coming directly from within or if it’s a regurgitation of information I’ve learned or received from others. I want whatever I write or share to come from that intuitive place within me.                 
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            Intuition is that internal navigation system that we all have within us.  It speaks to the part of us that knows something without knowing how we know it.  It doesn’t come from outside sources, it can’t be proved, and often times it’s as if it appears out of no where.  Sometimes, we ignore it.  Other times we honor it.  We always have a choice and every choice we make leads us down a different path. 
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           When it came to birthing at home I had to trust my intuition. I had no idea how I would find a midwife, (An African-American one at that, because that’s what I wanted. And that’s what I got) but I knew what I wanted. 
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           I had to trust my decision and that everything would come into fruition.  This kind of trust and intuitive guidance comes from within.  It is that intuitive presence that we all have access to and is quite necessary for women to tune into when they are pregnant and giving birth. (Really all the time, but especially when pregnant and in labor)
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            Giving birth is a sacred experience. It’s a time for mother’s to tune into their intuitive voice and connect to their baby on a deeper level.  It’s also a time for the mother to tune into her body and what baby needs so that she can be nourished and strong for birth.
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           I’m a mother of five. I’ve had two hospital births (I had an epidural for my first and my second hospital birth was unmedicated) and after that three homebirths.  Once I had a homebirth I knew that would be the only option moving forward. With every birth my intuition was heightened and my ability to trust myself grew. I conquered my internal fears about birth by trusting and allowing my intuition to guide me.
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            Much of what I do and the choices I make come from an intuitive place.  They also come from my personal experiences, midwifery studies, and the knowledge, wisdom, and care others have shared with me.
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            I offer quality intuitive birthcare services intended to nourish you along your birth journey and tune you into the one frequency that matters the most during this sacred time..Yours. (And your baby’s of course. You and baby are one)
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            I’m grateful to have the opportunity to be present during such a sacred, vulnerable, yet powerful moment in your life. 
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            I’m going to start with autophagy, because it’s so important. Autophagy in greek means self-devouring or self-eating.  So, this can give you an idea of what happens with the body throughout this process. In autophayg, the cells within the body will detox, remove toxins, and repair their own cell damage. So any cells that are old, used, and no longer serve a purpose for you will be removed.
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            The major drivers of autophagy are cellular stressors such as nutrient deprivation brought on from various mechanisms including fasting, exercise, and significant temperature change. Five benefits of autophagy are healthy aging, metabolic health, brain health, cancer, and heart health.  When you stop eating your cells are no longer focused on growing. They instead shift their focus on internal cleansing.
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           The process of autophagy happens to all mammals at some level, but creating a lifestyle that optimizes autophagy can be extremely beneficial for a number of reasons.  Below are five reasons you may want to assist in your body’s autophagy process. They are: To improve mitochondrial health, get rid of senescent cells, create a stronger and more stress resilient body, and reduce cellular apoptosis. (The process of programmed cell death),
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           There are two types of dry fasting; hard dry fasts and soft dry fasts. (I’ve done hard dry fast) Hard dry fasts consist of no water touching the skin. With soft dry fast brushing the teeth with water, taking showers, and baths is still done throughout the fast. I know you’re probably wondering how the body goes without water during a dry fast.
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           According to holistic health coach Siim Land, your body can hold onto both nutrients and fluids, even during a fast. For instance, dry fasting can trigger AMP-activated protein kinase or AMPK. According to both Land and this 2006 study in Acta Physiologica, this can improve cell health and longevity. 
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           We also take older waste material and cells and recycle them in a process called autophagy during intermittent fasts (including those with water). With autophagy, our body sort of regenerates itself. It also makes more hydrogen and energy. 
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           So, there you have it.  The body has its’ own water supply that is held onto even during fasting.  It should also be noted that during a dry fast your body creates stem cells and can regenerate old injured tissues. When you go extended periods without food and fluids your cells will eat the toxins inside of it to survive.
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            With dry fasting all of the benefits mentioned above happen, but at a more intense rate. Throughout dry fasting the cells begin to heat up and explode. Dry fasting also improves bone health, cholesterol levels, and overall cognitive function. 
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           One of the more fascinating things about dry fasting is that when you dry fast, there is a 50% reduction in glucose as well as an insulin-like growth factor, which is important to control to better manage insulin sensitivity.
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           However, for more serous health concerns it is recommended to eventually embark upon an extended water and/or dry fast. One day of dry fasting is said to be the equivalent of 3-days of water fasting. So with dry fasting more is done and in a shorter time frame. 
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           You will also release more weight when dry-fasting. Research has it at 3 pounds a day during a dry fast, about 1 pound a day during a water fast, (maybe more at first) and about 1 pound a day during a juice fast. The numbers may vary a bit depending upon the initial weight of the person fasting.
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            A doula is someone who provides guidance and support to pregnant women throughout their pregnancy, labor, and or post-pregnancy.  A doula is for the mother and a midwife is for the baby.  What this means is that a doula’s sole responsibility is to provide support and guidance to a mother throughout her pregnancy, labor, and/or during the post-partum period.  She is an advocate for the mother and provides the mother with invaluable resources, encouragement, and tools to utilize throughout her pregnancy and during labor.
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           I remember when white scaly patches first started appearing on my knees and elbows. I was in middle school and very conscious of my skin. My mother took me to the doctor and they diagnosed me with psoriasis. They gave me some medicated tape that I would place on my knees and whenever I ripped it off all of the dead skin would be on the tape, it hurt like hell. (I’m so happy they moved on from that tape) I remember getting teased about my skin and wearing lots of pants so no one would notice those white/red scaly patches. Throughout the summer my skin would always clear up. (I attribute this to the sun) However, whenever there was colder whether I would have a break out. (The sungazing, watching the sun rise and set, and being sure you aren’t always covering your eyes with sunglasses are excellent ways to benefit from the healing power of the sun)
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           I began to go years at a time without my skin flaring up. Even till this day, whenever my skin flares up I’m always able to pinpoint what it is and make adjustments. Sometimes its as simple as getting more sunlight, while other times I do detoxes and fasts to reboot my system. My daughter was also diagnosed with Juvenile Rhuematoid Arthritis, which is an autoimmune disorder that affects the joints. When she began to have flare-ups and the Dr.’s were unable to provide her with any relief. (Except recommending steroids and cortisone shots which I knew she would NOT be getting) I began to implement what I already knew with my daughter and further my studies in nutrition. 
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           There were many days and weeks my daughter was unable to get of bed and restricted to a wheelchair to get around. Those moments were very challenging for her and is what ultimately led to me home-schooing her and now all of my children. I’m grateful that my daughter’s health has improved and she no longer spends weeks with chronic pain.
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           There are simple changes we can start taking in our daily lives. The road to optimal health requires a healthy balance of our physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual or expanded bodies. There are simple changes we can start making today to impact our overall health &amp;amp; wellness.  We all possess the knowledge and wisdom to heal ourselves. Our body was created to be a self-healing organism.  We just have to start creating a healthy environment for our body to initiate its’ internal healing compass.
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           Many people are aware of placenta encapsulation, while many are not. Others frown upon it and see it as a strange thing to do. When a friend shared her story of encapsulating her placenta with me, I was amazed and grossed out all at the same time. However, I knew if I got pregnant again, it would be something I did. So, I know you’re probably wondering what placenta encapsulation is. I’ll explain it to you.
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           Basically, it is the practice of ingesting the placenta after it has been steamed, dehydrated, ground, and placed into pills. I know your probably wondering why a mother would want to ingest her placenta. Well, it is said that there are amazing benefits the mother can receive from ingesting her placenta. I can certainly say that ingesting my placenta after the birth of our third child seemed to make a difference for me. Maybe it isn’t for everyone but it seemed to help for me.
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           Here are some of the wonderful benefits mothers can receive from placenta encapsulation:
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           I’m sure there are more benefits that are not listed or I’m not quite aware of yet. However, I can tell you from experience it definitely helped me after the birth of our third child. My Doula (who was also my friend) and I encapsulated it together. I definitely experienced less baby blues. My energy levels were up and I seemed to recover faster. My milk supply is always plentiful so I can’t really say much about that. Overall, I felt an easier transition into feeling like myself again.
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           I have four children and after the birth of my fourth child our midwife didn’t think it was a good idea to eat the placenta because it didn’t look healthy enough. I was bummed out! The transition after my fourth didn’t go as smooth. Not too mention the births were just 15 months apart. I really wanted to cry when she told me I probably shouldn’t encapsulate it. However, I made it through.
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           The next time your expecting or if your a new mother, you may want to consider placenta encapsulation as an option. It may not be best for everyone, but it may be what is best for you
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           The positive effects of sound and music therapy before, during, and after labor have been affirmed by a number of studies conducted throughout the years.  In one study, 50% of women who listened to music during childbirth didn’t need any anesthesia or pain medication.  Mothers who experienced music therapy throughout their birth (especially during the latter parts of their pregnancy) showed reduced rates of anxiety and were completely satisfied with their childbirth experience and ability of the music to soothe the infant during the prenatal time.
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            Sound and music therapy promote relaxation, are used for pain management, and to relieve anxiety throughout pregnancy, birth, and labor.   I offer sound womb tuning sessions for mothers or customized sound womb tuning guided meditations that can be played throughout pregnancy and labor. 
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           The lifeline, the tree of life, the baby’s life support and source of nutrition. The placenta play’s a vital role in the nourishment and development of baby. It is the only organ the body creates only to dispose of it after the baby is born.  The placenta transfers nutrients and oxygen to the baby and of waste products from the baby to the mother.  This maternal and fetal exchange takes place throughout pregnancy.
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           Consuming the placenta has been known to assist depleted iron levels, assist the uterus in returning to its' pre-pregnancy state, increase energy, help prevent post-partum depression, and increase milk production. (Read link to blog at bottom of page for more information on placenta encapsulation.
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           I use a combination of techniques when administering sound healing therapy sessions. I allow my intuition to guide me and provide client’s with an experience that is best suited for their physical, mental, and emotional needs.
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           I utilize sound healing, vibrational healing, chromotherapy, energy therapy, and more.
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            Everything in the cosmos that we look at, see, and touch is pure energy.  Every particle is composed of energy that vibrates and sends out a specific frequency.  Every cell and organ within the body has its’ own resonant frequency.   When we are out of tune the cells within the body become imbalanced.  This imbalance leads to illness within the physical body and electromagnetic fields that surround the body.  We are not only made of the physical body, we are also electric beings or energetic beings. 
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           Sound Healing is the application of Healing frequencies to the physical and subtle energy fields around y.  These frequencies are administered via various instruments used to promote healing and relaxation within the body.  While crystal bowls and Tibetan bowls are common instruments, there are other instruments that can be utilized such as gongs, drums, didgeridoo, harps, rattles, and bells.  As a sound healer, I use my voice and some of the musical instruments mentioned above to restore balance as well.
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           My individual sound healing sessions include some or all of the following; vocal toning, crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls, crystal pyramids, tuning forks, gongs, rattles, drums, and bells.  I also utilize crystals, chromotherapy, (also known as light therapy) and aromatherapy.  Sound healing is also a natural compliment to other types of therapy such as reiki, reflexology, and massage.  I am also a certified reiki practitioner and incorporate my own style pf energy therapy into some sessions.
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