My Dreadful Stomach Secret

Recently, an old enemy reared its head. Actually, it’s a very familiar one. It’s the Body Image Beast. It has haunted me all my life and still, after many years of “working” on it, shows up when I’m feeling vulnerable, afraid, or on the precipice of big change. There I was, minding my own business,… Continue reading My Dreadful Stomach Secret

What Do You Want Help With in 2015?

It seems impossible, but 2014 is drawing to a close. Craziness! With that in mind, I want to take this opportunity to invite you to plan with me for 2015. I’m designing events and supportive resources for 2015, and I’d love to give you a sneak peek and get your input!  First, I’ll be opening… Continue reading What Do You Want Help With in 2015?

Being Thankful for Vulvodynia and TMS – Say What?

It may sound surprising, but I’m actually grateful that I experienced chronic pain in the form of vulvodynia, interstitial cystitis, and vulvar vestibulitis. I found my way to Dr. Sarno’s pain relief (TMS) work and created health by treating my symptoms like TMS (tension myositis syndrome). In that journey, I discovered me. I discovered my… Continue reading Being Thankful for Vulvodynia and TMS – Say What?

Vulvodynia and Chronic Pelvic Pain – I Want My Life Back!

by Endorsed Anamsong Coach Lorraine Faehndrich If you’re suffering with vulvodynia or another chronic pelvic pain syndrome you are probably all too familiar with the frustration of having your day to day activities limited by your pain. Maybe, like many of the women I work with, your symptoms are aggravated by exercise, having sex, sitting… Continue reading Vulvodynia and Chronic Pelvic Pain – I Want My Life Back!

The Key to Building Confidence and Loving Your Life

I stepped into the isolation booth, violin in hand. I tried to act very calm, but my heart was pounding. I was about to record a violin part, and it was my first time in a professional recording studio. I tried some deep breathing. Gack. Why in the world did I agree to do this?… Continue reading The Key to Building Confidence and Loving Your Life

Sometimes Going it Alone Isn’t Possible

I can handle this. I can figure this out. I shouldn’t ask for help, because…(list a zillion reasons). I’m struggling, but I should be able to sort this out myself. I’ll just be a burden if I ask for help. If I admit how I’m really feeling, people will…(fill in the blank with thousands of… Continue reading Sometimes Going it Alone Isn’t Possible

Love Note to The One You Can’t Live Without

By Endorsed Mind-Body Coach Deb Droz Sometimes in our demanding, distracting, and busy lives, we forget to be our own sage, advocate, and friend.  To help you remember to come back to self-trust and love, make the following ‘love note to self’ your very own. Dearest One, Never sell yourself short in any aspect of… Continue reading Love Note to The One You Can’t Live Without

Healing TMS or Mind-Body Syndrome

In April of 2014, I moved from Wyoming to Colorado. With a toddler. (I feel like that statement is an important addendum to pretty much everything. I used the restroom – with a toddler. I cooked dinner – with a toddler.) Moving is probably my least favorite thing, ever. EVER. Moving is not only stressful,… Continue reading Healing TMS or Mind-Body Syndrome

One Toe Over The Line

I have an amazing teacher in my house. She’s two years old, adorable, and notices EVERYTHING. A couple of weeks ago, I took her to the park for a picnic. We spread out the blanket, got out the food, and settled in to enjoy an alfresco dinner. To be honest, I kind of wanted to… Continue reading One Toe Over The Line