Loren Reeves
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The Mala and Tibetan Buddhism
My soul has been deeply connected to that of a monk well before I had my first sacred object in my home. Tibetan Buddhism was a specific form I seek and sought education. I am guessing there is a personal… Continue reading
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Receiving Love: Lessons from a Spiritual Exchange
In 2024, I received the gift of love spiritually from another human being. The sender has learned a lot about me in return. We needed a verbal conversation to explain that receiving love in the beautiful format presented is rare… Continue reading
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Reverence
You must take time to get to know someone. You may end up building a strong relationship with them and have reverence for their characteristics, compassion, knowledge, wisdom, and differences. There is no reason to be disrespectful to anyone. Difficult… Continue reading
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Spirituality and Positive Affirmations 42 Ideals of Ma’at
Ma’at refers to ancient Egyptian laws, philosophy or concepts which promote order, balance, truth, reciprocity, harmony, righteousness, morality and justice. Ma’at is personified as Ma’at, the Ancient Egyptian Goddess of Truth, Justice and Order. She is usually depicted as a… Continue reading
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Healing Journey
Let’s face it, healing is one day at a time. Some things in life are unexpected and it gets messy and full of emotions. As we progress in life, we learn to make peace with all the men or women… Continue reading
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Misdiagnosed for Over a Decade
The stigma that comes with informing people about your mental illness can be so devastating to a person. I remember losing friends or acquaintances would walk away and never return in my life, your “closest” friends would gossip about your… Continue reading
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Good Grief!
This article is in support of suicide awareness. Comparing hardship, pain, and suffering can lead to negative thought cycles for yourself and others. There are so many atrocities that can happen in the world. There are refugees that have experienced… Continue reading
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Solitude, Peace, and Hugs
Some may classify the last four years as isolation or agoraphobia; was it really solitude? I’ve taken the last four years as an opportunity to force me to confront who I am and realize the toxicity that surrounded me socially… Continue reading
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Solar Plexus Chakra and the Sympathetic Nervous System
The solar plexus chakra helps control your fight or flight response to stress and is a part of the sympathetic nervous system. The location of this chakra is above the navel and below the chest. Some of the functions are… Continue reading
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Emotional Support Animals Need Love Too!
Abby obtained her emotional support certification in January 2023. Weeks following her newfound job, she was triggered by nose-to-nose contact from a herding dog at the fence line. It was devastating to us. My support dog had her own triggering… Continue reading
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A Tribute to my Native American Support Group
I do not know the proper way to send respect to an indigenous therapist or his tribe. I would appreciate some feedback if someone knew the answer. He has been an excellent addition to my support group and is a… Continue reading
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Mental Elevation Incense Recipe by Loren Reeves
The Mental Elevation Incense Recipe is an original mixture by Loren Reeves. My first mental health incense recipe holds significant value to me because it was created from a personal growth experience; it is priceless. This recipe is a phased… Continue reading
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Holistic Methods for the Vagus Nerve
Your vagus nerve is an important factor in your mental health wellbeing as well as your gut health. The vagus nerve is often referred to as the superhighway nerve in the body that connects your brain to the digestion system,… Continue reading
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Shadow Work: The Darkness We Express through Our Talents
The most inspiring people’s struggles took them into a dark place; ultimately transforming and changing world views and lives of others. New talents were born from the darkness and most important, they found their voice. They found their shadow self.… Continue reading
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Aromatherapy: Scents of Earth for Incense Resins and Essential Oils
I was guided to Scents of Earth and have utilized the company as my incense and essential oil provider. For additional essential oils, I use Doterra or Young Living. These companies provide my aromatherapy experience. I use the items from… Continue reading
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Neurogistics: The Machemehl Method
Have you been in search of a holistic approach to Brain Wellness? Meet the Machemehl Method Institute by Neurogistics. If you are in search of a Brain Wellness, Gastrointestinal Health, Hormone Health and much more. You can find a practitioner… Continue reading
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Holistic Approaches to PTSD or CPTSD Diagnosis
There are some holistic solutions to combat PTSD or CPTSD. I want to deep dive into the things you can do immediately to relieve symptoms and then discuss the brain/body anatomy. A few basics: The left side of your brain… Continue reading
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Amygdala Hijack: Survival Instinct when in Fear
The Amygdala The amygdala activates the fight or flight response and activates when we experience anything through our senses that reminds us of a past trauma, stress, fear, anxiety, aggression, or anger. This part of the brain controls emotion and… Continue reading
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Sobriety is Living
As many celebrate the New Year, I am happy to inform you that I am well over a year sober from alcohol use. My intention to quit was set 1.5 years before my actual quit day. I became sober without… Continue reading
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Aromatherapy Improves Emotional and Physical Well-being
I am a firm believer in the use of aromatics to assist with mental balance, stability, and overall physical and mental healing. I began my journey with essential oils and progressed to white ash, charcoal, and resin burning. When you… Continue reading
