The Voyage to HEAL is an on-going process of awareness and transitioning. These weekly blog posts provide physical, mental, and spiritual relief to transition your body and soul to a more peaceful and joyous place. There are stretches, exercises, meditations, and habitual changes to decrease pain while also eliciting hope and inspiration. Listen, feel, and heal as you continue on your Voyage to HEAL.
Though shall not wish to be someone else! We are at our final commandment in which God wants us to remember how fearfully and wonderfully made we are. (Psalm 139:14) I also think of the saying, “Be yourself because everyone … Read More
Though shall not steal from the fridge when no one is looking and then lie about it! That is written in commandments #8 and #9. God had our best interest in mind when he commanded that we should not steal … Read More
Though shall not commit adultery could also be stated thou shall be faithful. Thou shall honor thy covenants. Thou shall learn to communicate to resolve or even prevent discord. Thou shall not turn to wrongdoings for gratification when what you … Read More
Commandment #5: Though shall not kill. Seems like a pretty easy commandment to keep. In the physical sense, yes it is. I will not murder another person. In the spiritual sense, this may be a bit different. In numerous places, … Read More
Wouldn’t you love complete healing? That is what I am trying to offer in this blog post. Nothing less than complete healing body, mind, and spirit. In all my years of being an OT, I realize that my healing and … Read More
Rest and the Gut God created the 10 commandments to guide us to live a healthy, joyous, sin-free life. The 10 commandments were not written because God wanted to control us, but rather because he wants the best for us. … Read More
The pancreas processes sugar. You could say that it is our “sweet shop”. I can’t remember a time when eating a delicious cookie or piece of cake made me sad. Oftentimes, its intent was to cheer me up or as … Read More
There are so very many temptations out there that really test our willpower which seems to always be weakened when our stress level is elevated. The more stressed we are, the less we are able to make good decisions, especially … Read More
Tell me how to lose weight? Have you ever thought of your extra weight as a protection? Do an internet search on “Is weight gain an emotional protection?” and you will understand what I mean. I once heard a psychologist … Read More
Let’s Talk About The Liver The liver is one of the most important organs in our body and I feel it should be addressed when considering optimal health and wellness. Its job is to filter all the blood in your … Read More
I love my belly! How many of us can say that? I LOVE MY BELLY! More importantly, how could you hate your belly? For just a moment, think of all the things located in your belly region: stomach, pancreas, liver, … Read More
At the top of your Christmas tree, was there a star or an angel? Are you like Mary or the Shepherds receiving a glorious message from above that something great is to come? Perhaps you are more like the Magi … Read More
What comes first, spiritual or physical healing? Over the years, I have seen a pattern when people get sick, hurt, or have any challenge. At first, they are in chaos in which they are searching in a frantic state for … Read More
Week 9 of the Voyage to HEAL challenges us to look at the path we have chosen versus the path God has intended for us to follow. Is God’s path the easy route? If you are following God’s path does … Read More
I don’t have time for this! Have you ever caught yourself saying this? Most often it’s when you have too much on your plate and you are rushing around. That’s exactly when the unexpected happens. This can cause you to … Read More
Many years ago, I took a self-defense class. The instructor said that the best way to win a fight was not to get into one. Good advice! There is a lot of conflict in this world globally, nationally, at the … Read More
When is it going to happen? Have you ever waited and waited for something to happen that you knew was going to happen, but just isn’t happening? Then you decide to take matters into your own hands and try to … Read More
Can you over-exercise and feel sore? Can you overeat and get a belly ache? Can you over-stretch and feel pain? Yes to all of these, but how do you prevent this from happening? First and foremost, remember that pain is … Read More
This week’s message is short and sweet. Remember that you are never trapped where you are. We always have options. John Barnes, the founder of Myofascial Release, said, “Find another way.” If you are not pleased with where you are … Read More
I just had the most amazing revelation! When we blame other people, events, or things for causing our problems, we are saying that we have no control over what is happening to us. When we rely on outside sources to … Read More