Dear %FIRSTNAME%,

Happy Winter Solstice. It's the time of year (in the Northern hemisphere) where we can intentionally pause and reflect on our lives during the past year and release unwanted energies.

As nature pauses, we also need to pause and to go within and to restore. To rest and allow ourselves the space and the grace to nurture our body, mind and our soul.

With the birth of a new sun comes a new day & new chapter.
New hopes & ideas are born within you at this time of the year. Even though the Winter Solstice is the longest night we celebrate the birth of the sun because the days start growing longer again!

The Sun also moves into the sign of Capricorn and we will have a new moon in the same sign on Dec. 23rd. It all works together. Capricorn is a hard working sign. It's a great time to start thinking about new projects and new adventures that you want to pursue next year.

Create the 'plan' by writing down your goals and supporting tasks. You don't have to run out and start them but planning is the first step. Going within and visualizing what you want or where you want to be is a natural first step. Sometimes we don't know what we want to do but we know that there is something blossoming inside of us. Some unknown element that is right underneath the surface. How do we uncover what that is?

By reflecting, releasing and resting. Reflecting on what we have accomplished and being proud of ourselves. Releasing what did not come to fruition without judgement and finally, restoring our energy. This can be done through doing nothing (perhaps some meditation, yoga or even a Reiki session). I've attached a PDF document with some questions you can journal on.

I've Been Published in the Reiki Magazine!!

Back in 2015 I came across the Reiki magazine at Barnes & Noble. It's when I discovered William Rand's organization (which publishes the magazine). The articles/information have enhanced my personal practice. Well, I'm so happy to say that I have been published in the magazine! I'm in the Winter 2022/2023 edition in Print and Digital. My article is how I incorporate the breath in my Reiki practice. I am truly honored and thrilled. I have attached the PDF version of the article to this email!

Reiki has been a part of me for so long and I love to share what I know with others. This article provides a simple breathing technique that anyone can use. I hope you enjoy it.

Podcast News!

I can't believe that we published 21 episodes this past year alone. We had so many wonderful guests and feedback. Jennifer and I are thrilled to continue to record them and look forward to another year.

Our most recent interview is with Heather Johnson, Ayurvedic counselor & podcaster. She offers ways you can incorporate Ayurvedic practices into your life. If you don't know what Ayurveda is, have a listen. She explains everything so simplistically.

You can catch all of the episodes here: CHAT OFF THE MAT

Jennifer and I always wrap up the year but highlighting ways that we have personally grown in our own life during the past year.

Wow, I know it was a lot and I thank you for being here with me. If you know of anyone that would like to be a part of my community please share my website with them and encourage them to sign up for newsletters (and let them know I won't be filling up their inbox!).

My podcast videos can be found both on Youtube and Rumble.

Next month I celebrate a milestone birthday. I shall be traveling and celebrating a bit (my boys are home on break) but plan on putting together some offerings and a birthday discount for Reiki sessions.

Meanwhile, you can always reach out to me.

HAPPY WINTER SOLSTICE! HAPPY HOLIDAYS!