Kristen Simonds
Kristen Simonds
@dandeliondoorways@dandeliondoorways.com

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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  • The Awakening of the Soul

    Raised Catholic, I tended to lean towards the mystical aspects of the faith. This path eventually led me to Hinduism and Buddhism, a path that continues to lead towards the awakening of the soul, that intrinsic aspect of us divinely connected to collective consciousness. It reflects the intricate and personal exploration of my faith, the…

  • Spring Equinox: Awakening the Spirit

    The arrival of spring is always breathtaking to watch unfold, a riot of color touching everything with the promise of rebirth. As the world awakens from its slumber, vibrant hues begin to dot the landscape, from the delicate blossoms of cherry trees to the cheerful daffodils pushing through the thawing earth. The air is filled…

  • Distance Reiki Sessions – Limited Time Offer

    Distance Reiki embodies the incredible potential of alternative healing, allowing practitioners to send healing energy across vast distances. Through the power of intention and visualization, practitioners can transmit the restorative energy of Reiki to recipients anywhere in the world. This practice is rooted in the traditional principles of Japanese Reiki, where energy is channeled through…

  • Magic Happens: Setting Compassionate Boundaries

    Magic happens in unexpected moments. When we practice mindful awareness, we notice subtle synchronicities. By aligning mind, body, and spirit in mindful attention, we develop our awareness. Think of awareness as a muscle; the more you flex it, the stronger it will become. When we practice regularly, even for 5 minutes a day, sitting in…

  • The Science of Energy Healing

    In recent times, energy healing has emerged as a popular complementary therapy used in conjunction with modern conventional medicine. This form of healing involves the manipulation and balancing of subtle energy fields within and around the body, with the aim of promoting physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. It is increasingly being recognized as a valuable…

  • The Consequences of Self-talk: Learning Compassion

    What are you projecting out into the Universe? Our self-talk is a conversation with the universe. Our thoughts shape our reality and affect not only our body, mind, and spirit but also the beings we come into contact with daily. The Power Of Thought The energy we emit with our thoughts is incredibly powerful. Every…

  • Open Awareness: The Gift of Gracious Acceptance

    Open awareness in the context of meditation and Taoism brings significant value to the pursuit of inner peace and self-understanding. Encompassing a state of non-reactive, non-judgmental, and open-minded observation, it encourages individuals to embrace their inner and outer experiences with a sense of tranquility and acceptance. In essence, this approach to life allows for a…

  • love

    I go within to the place of sacred stillness where time no longer exists and in the space behind space, in the pause of my breath I meet you in divine silence, merging into oneness, touching the infinite, lost in love. ~KMS

  • Root Chakra Meditation

    The root chakra, which is referred to as “Muladhara” in Sanskrit, holds significant importance in Hindu and yogic traditions as it is considered the first of the seven primary chakras in the body. Located at the perineum, this chakra opens downwards towards the earth, creating a vital connection between the body and the physical environment.…

  • Remembering Interconnectedness: A Poetic Reflection on Existence

    Our separateness is an illusion. We have forgotten that of which we are but a piece. We do not see the constant flow of energy connecting everything in existence. We are distract by the flash and speed of technology. Nature is patient. Eons are but moments for universal consciousness. We are more fleeting than a…