The holistic healer recognizes that our discomforts or pains are merely symptoms of an imbalance. The imbalance could be a physical issue, the result of abusing the physical body through an unhealthy diet, lack of exercise, or too little sleep. Or, the imbalance may be the result of mental, emotional, or spiritual needs not being met. No aspect (mind, body, spirit, or emotion...

The grim reality of stress is showing up in more and more scientific studies like one by the American Medical Association that reported stress was a factor in 75 percent of all diseases. A recent study even linked the effects of stress to weakening of the heart muscle. Effects of Stress on the Heart In the August, 2004 edition of Great Life magazine it was reported that Duke Univers...

Reiki is a natural healing system designed to assist in healing and help achieve balance. Reiki is administered by a practitioner, who serves as a conduit through whom the Universal Life Energy can be transmitted to the recipient, by either hands-on or distance healing techniques. Practitioners may also practice Reiki self-treatments. How does Reiki energy flow? Reiki flows...

If you have a longing to connect with something higher, whether it be your higher self or higher powers and beings, one of the simplest ways to connect is by creating a daily ritual for yourself. Whether you meditate, do yoga, read inspirational books, or just take a walk, doing a daily ritual creates a doorway through which the higher can enter your life. Setting Aside Sacr...

    Use of plant aromatics for the holistic healing of mind, body, and spirit are commonly used today. What are essential oils? Essential oils are concentrated aromatic plant extracts collected through a process of steam distillation. Aromatherapists also use essences extracted by expression of fruit peel of citris and absolutes obtained by enfleurage and solvent e...

A form of vibrational medicine, crystal therapy involves the application of crystals or gemstones to facilitate healing. Rocks and gemstones house spiritual and healing properties that can be tapped into a variety of ways. Crystals can be carried or worn on the person, or they can be placed in a location where their healing vibrations can be felt by whomever is nearby. Healers...

Everyone feels anxious, nervous, or uncomfortably edgy sometimes. Here are a few suggestions of things you can do to help ease emotional upsets. Having a calming spirit can be achieved by noticing the imbalances in your body and mind and bringing them back into balance through changing your thoughts and actions. 1. Quiet Your Breathing Observe Changes In Your Breathin...

Depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and insomnia all can benefit from the magic of message, which has been around since before recorded history. Why it works still remains a mystery and the link between today's medicine and massage is by far a new science in the making. Massages range anywhere from $60 ~ $90 for a sixty minute session. You can save considerably, how...