Host of the Dandelion Doorways Podcast: focusing on mindful living, exploring practices such as meditation and Reiki, and how simple shifts in perspective can allow us to experience a deeper connection and more blissful life.
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How Reiki Self-Treatment Empowers You
Self-treatment in Reiki holds profound significance for many reasons that I’ll share with you below. First, let us take a look at what Reiki is and the science-backed benefits it provides. This practice (pronounced Ray Key) is a stress reduction and relaxation technique in which the practitioner channels Universal energy through the body to assist…
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Navigating Modern Life: Finding Moksha Through Mindfulness
Practice every day. Practice removing desires and expectations. Practice mindfulness and release ignorance. ༄ Moksha is a beautiful concept in Indian philosophy and spirituality, often seen as a way to break free from the endless cycle of birth, death, and rebirth (samsara). It’s seen as the ultimate goal of our existence—a journey towards self-discovery and…
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The Power of Slowing Down: Reclaiming Peace
Slowing down has been more challenging than I expected. The last six months have been hectic and chaotic, filled with numerous responsibilities and unexpected events that constantly pulled my attention in different directions. My morning meditation practice, which once brought me clarity and peace, vanished amid the chaos, leaving me more stressed than ever. As…
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Metta: A Garden of Compassion
Metta meditation, often lovingly referred to as loving-kindness meditation, is a heartfelt practice that fosters an enduring sense of compassion, extending not only to ourselves but also to all those we share our lives with. Rooted in the rich traditions of Buddhism, this beautiful practice gently reminds us of the profound importance of nurturing compassion…
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A Haunt of Nostalgia
Before I begin, I need to give my thanks to Stephen King for the train of thought that arose while reading It recently for the second time. He describes the town of Derry as a haunt, listing the different definitions of the word haunt, one of which is a place where animals feed. The past…
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Unpacking Life Lessons from Stranger Things
“Mornings are for coffee and contemplation.” ~Jim Hopper chapter 1 || reflections in the upside down Last evening, my family and I watched the highly anticipated series finale of Stranger Things. Even if you are not a fan of the show, I urge you to continue reading, as this is not merely a fan rant…