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How To Energetically End a Relationship

continuum wellness — Sat, 23 Jul 2011 02:58:29 +0000

I listened to a show on Hay House Radio, with Iyanla Vanzant, her topic was sex. What was so beautiful about her discussion were the points made on the meaning of sex. It is rarely talked about, the real meaning and purpose of the act. Our bodies are temples. We, you and me are divine beings, creators, gods and goddesses. But living our day to day life the majority of people are not aware of this. And those who are at least aware, are constantly challenged to live this truth with joy and love; but that’s fun…right!

So, again sex. Ladies our bodies are temples. Men, you are not bees, with the sole purpose of gathering honey from every flower you see. One of the things Iyanla said is that every time we have sex with someone, we are married. We have married that person.
It is not City Hall, the ring, the flowers, nope, none of that. The act itself does that.

So, how many ex’s do you have floating around?

If you are interested in connecting with your divine and loving mate, and wondering when will it happen, perhaps you need to make sure that the previous attachment has been honored, nullified and laid to rest. I found a cool article on the topic here.

Always keep love flowing in your life.

Healing Jewelry: Endless Knot with Wire Wrapped Sodalite Drop

continuum wellness — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 21:24:56 +0000

These delightful earrings feature an Endless Knot charm with a wire wrapped sodalite briolette nugget.
Sodalite is a wonderful healing stone. It balances the emotions, heals the heart, and much more.

handcrafted with love, Reiki and intention.

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Be Happy with You

continuum wellness — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 19:13:33 +0000

The majority of folks have heard the phrase, “be happy with yourself.” Not new, right? Well, but are you? Happiness always seems to be just the corner. It is on the plate for sure, but always seems to be the next course. How often do we put something else on the plate for the next bite?

How are You Delaying Your Happiness?

Typical happiness delays include:

after I get a job,

after I get a raise,

find myself

after I have children,

after the children are grown,

when I lose weight,

after I get that man or woman,

after I move and so it goes, on and on…

Until.
Until the day you stop. Stop trying to be amazing, unique, fabulous, special or any other “ego” supporting word you choose. The truth is, happiness is not something you have to earn or deserve. It is your birthright.
Claim it.
And don’t allow or permit anyone to take it from you.

Cheers,

Catherine

Decisions, decisions: Which Road Would You Take?

continuum wellness — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 20:15:04 +0000

In life each us is faced with the responsibility of making major decisions. What we ultimately do in the crunch periods will test our mettle, show our character and may even seal our destiny.
So how to go about making a decision?
Typical advice has one make lists, weigh options and generally choose that which is perceived to be easiest and requires less sacrifice. Quick is valued over slow and seeming safety over uncertainty. How would one ever test their limits or discover their mettle this way!

However if one chooses to instead walk the road less traveled and listen to their heart guidance – that road which initially seems most challenging may indeed be the best option to choose.

In the movie Himalaya, which I loved…beautiful scenery and exquisite depiction of leadership, the old leader asks his son who is a Buddhist monk why did he choose to leave the monastery to come and assist him.

The monk answers, my teacher once told me, “if two paths open up before you, choose the most difficult.”

This is not an ultimate answer, but worth considering.
Where in your life can you take the seemingly difficult route…to fulfilling your dreams?

Our Interconnectedness – The 100th Monkey

continuum wellness — Mon, 03 May 2010 21:24:23 +0000

The Hundredth Monkey phenomenon shows us what can happen when members of the group learn new behaviors and this is passed on to other members of the group. When critical mass is reached, of 100 members, other members of the group learn the new behavior intuitively, without a teacher or a model being present.
Do you think you can’t change the world for good? Yes, you can.

Guest Post: What is Pure Yoga?

continuum wellness — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 22:09:58 +0000

I’m pleased to present this guest post written by Sa Mut A. Scott, yoga teacher and empowerment coach, and for full disclosure, a dear friend. Her topic is “What is Pure Yoga”? A great question. If you are a yoga practitioner why do you engage in your practice? Is it for tight abs, enlightenment or because yoga is “in”?
Do you have a view on what is Pure Yoga? Read on…

What is pure yoga?

One of the most interesting things about life is that at any moment one can receive a revelation as to the next course of action or the next open pathway of the living journey. I recently applied to teach yoga at the local gym. After my demonstration the fitness coordinator explained that although my style of teaching was very accessible to the prospective student, it was too spiritually based and they were looking for “pure” yoga teachers.
Pure yoga?
I thanked her for the opportunity and went on my way. Later that evening during my daily review and reflection, it occurred to me that most yoga Studios, gyms etc… are teaching Yoga purely as a form of exercise. In contrast, I and thousands of other yoginis learned yoga for the purpose of spiritually reuniting mind, body and spirit. I am well aware that yoga as a form of exercise can really help the body tone up and will use muscles you never knew you had, giving the body a leaner more fit appearance. Yoga for this purpose has been popularized by many celebrities, athletes, and entertainers. And while these are all very fine additional benefits from the practice of yoga, what I want to suggest is perhaps a less popular view.

Using yoga merely as a form of exercise is like buying a Ferrari and driving it 5 blocks everyday and parking it back in the garage. There are far greater depths one can ascertain from a focused, spiritually intentioned yoga practice. Even if the practitioner focuses on the breath flow more than insisting that the body perfects bone contorting asanas or positions, the spirit will oblige with some healing revelation or other gift of the spirit the person needs for their life journey. And with the state of humanity these days we all need our “gifts” to be front and center. So continue to use yoga for exercise. Enjoy the fitness and vitality the local gym classes provide, but during your quite time, or personal practice at home really begin to focus on the true meaning of yoga which is to reunite mind body and spirit, and add your healing gifts to the collective to make a better world starting with yours. Peace Love & Joy (Namaste)

Submitted by Sa Mut A Scott of Magical Mother Women’s Coaching & Empowerment Services. www.magicalmother.com

Spirituality and Health by Sherry of Daily Spiritual Tools

continuum wellness — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 03:39:45 +0000

I’m pleased to present a guest post by Sherry Woodcock over at Daily Spiritual Tools. At her blog she shares insights on how to integrate spirituality into your daily life. Her posts are insightful and I wanted to help bring them to others. Her guest post is on Spirituality and Health. Such an important area of life! How do you incorporate spirituality into your life? I invite you to read the following article for some wonderful tips.
Thanks Sherry!

Spirituality and Health

Current scientific findings are confirming what we know intuitively to be true, that spirituality is good not only for the soul but for the body as well. A growing amount of research is beginning to define the complex connections between religious and spiritual beliefs and practices and an individual’s physical and psychological health. According to a recent WebMD article, “. . .studies have also shown that spirituality may be beneficial: People who attend religious services, or who feel they are spiritual, experience lower levels of depression and anxiety; display signs of better health, such as lower blood pressure and fewer strokes; and say they generally feel healthier.”
As a nutritionist and clinical health educator for a major HMO, I have been very encouraged in recent years by the increasing acceptance of the mind-body connection into mainstream medicine. Although we have a long way to go, I see more and more providers considering emotional, mental and spiritual causes for illness, and also those same providers referring their patients to stress management, mindfulness meditation and other programs for help in healing.
In my own experience as a hands-on healer, I’ve been honored to witness many people enjoy relief from physical and emotional pain, a reduction in the symptoms of chronic health conditions, and increased vitality and enthusiasm in their lives as a result of clearing the spiritual energy channels in the body. Spiritual healing techniques have a profound effect on enhancing the communication between the spirit and the body, and restoring a person’s natural state of joy and ease.
A spiritual focus guides us toward that truth that we are unique expressions of God, unlimited in our ability to create the best and highest that we can envision. In accepting that truth about ourselves, we are able to use our thoughts, our words, and our own spiritual practice to manifest health not only in our own body, mind and emotions, but in our world as well.
What we think, the cells of the body perceive as real. Our beliefs and expectations are expressed in our lives. It is, therefore, a very healthy practice to guard our thoughts, and release those that don’t serve our highest expression.

One method for nurturing health in mind and body is to practice a simple affirmation. Sit quietly, close your eyes, and begin to notice your breathing. Feel yourself relax as you allow yourself to breathe comfortably and deeply. As you breathe in, say to yourself “I am.” Hold the breath for a moment. As you breathe out, say to yourself “perfect and healthy.”
Another option for a breathing affirmation would be to say “God is,” with the in-breath, and “I am” with the out-breath. Do this as many times as you feel comfortable with.
As we think and speak the words of well-being, the cells of the body respond, and the infinite wisdom that is our divine nature makes it real.
May you create your most healthy self!!

Sherry Woodcock
www.DailySpiritualTools.blogspot.com
www.DailySpiritualTools.com

Are You Making Music with Your Life?

continuum wellness — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 16:09:24 +0000

It is very common for people to delay the enjoyment of life. That’s because we say we are waiting. Waiting for “IT” to happen. And when it does, we will be happy. The only problem is that then we are missing the whole purpose of life.

Music and Life by Alan Watts

Mantra Meditation Gayatri mantra

continuum wellness — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 00:54:09 +0000

This beautiful chant will help soothe and heal. Enjoy.

Gayatri Mantra Meditation (Deva Premal)

Health Benefits of Chanting

continuum wellness — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 15:33:52 +0000

The study cited below (Dec 2001) cites the benefit of reciting the rosary or chanting. The practices promote calmness and improve heart and lung function.
Reciting Ave Maria linked to a healthy heart
Effect of rosary prayer and yoga mantras on autonomic cardiovascular rhythms: comparative study BMJ Volume 323, pp 1446-9

Reciting the rosary prayer or yoga mantras enhance some aspect of heart and lung function and might be viewed as a health practice as well as a religious practice, finds a study in this week’s Christmas issue of the BMJ.

Luciano Bernardi and colleagues recorded breathing rates in 23 healthy adults during normal talking, during recitation of the Ave Maria and yoga mantras, and during six minutes of controlled breathing.

Normal talking reduced the breathing rate more irregularly. Breathing was markedly more regular during controlled breathing, the Ave Maria, and the mantra. Both the Ave Maria and the mantra slowed breathing to around six breaths per minute, inducing a favourable effect on the heart’s rhythm.

The benefits of breathing exercises in the practice of yoga have long been reported, and mantras may have evolved as a simple device to slow respiration, improve concentration, and induce calm. Similarly, the rosary may have partly evolved because it synchronised with the body’s natural heart rhythms, and thus gave a feeling of wellbeing, and perhaps an increased responsiveness to the religious message, suggest the authors.

As such, the rosary might be viewed as a health practice as well as a religious practice, they conclude.

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