Season's Greetings!

I took a hiatus from blogging this Fall, as I am back in school. I am still actively coaching, and learning craniosacral therapy on the side. I hope to be admitted to graduate school this summer, and study occupational therapy. This solid base of knowledge about the body and mind will make me better at what I do, and help me move forward professionally. I appreciate so much the support of friends and family I have at this time!

One thing I learned in craniosacral class with Janet Evergreen this Fall, was to ask for what I want. When we declare what it is that we truly want, we are bound to get it. As I work toward graduate school, I find that if I am willing to be 100% in my decision, then those I reach out to will see that. It feels good to make a decision and then put all of my energies into achieving it. It puts in perspective the times in my life when I have inwardly fought against the choices I was making, and just how exhausting that is.

Another thing I have learned with Janet that stands out in my mind, is to use peaceful words in speaking about health. I think this is an area that has not yet come to be fully understood in mainstream health, but surely will in the future. An example would be using the word "difficulty" instead of "trauma." Because trauma implies something has been broken, or ruined forever. It is just a word, but it conjures in our minds something scary and permanent in nature.

In craniosacral therapy, it is understood that the body experiences three basic rhythms through craniosacral motion. The Cranial Rythmic Impulse which cycles about 8-12 times per minute. The Mid-Tide, which cycles 2.5 times per minute. And the Long Tide, which cycles every 100 seconds. The body is always experiencing all three, but during a session the person can experience directly the positive healing effects of the Long Tide, which may not be a conscious part of their everyday experience. The Long Tide is a slow rhythm, that expands far out into space, into a place where health is never lost, and wellness always exists. I bring this up because in acknowledging this place of universal well being, we acknowledge that some part of us is always whole and well, no matter what else may be manifesting in our bodies.

In using peaceful language to discuss the body, we acknowledge the innate wellness that resides there. On that same note, words are words, and the truth prevails that we have innate health and well-being no matter what is said or thought of us, or by us. The use of peaceful language is something I hope to bring to my future practice however, and to integrate into my own life. 

Thanks for sharing today! Many blessings of good health and strength for the holidays and coming New Year!