Most of us start the self-discovery journey that is mind-body healing because we’re in pain. Maybe we’re struggling with vulvodynia, interstitial cystitis, irritable bowel syndrome, or pelvic floor dysfunction. Maybe we have chronic back pain. Maybe we’ve been dealing with depression or anxiety. We come to self-discovery through the back door of suffering, but before… Continue reading Self Discovery and Healing
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Mind-Body Healing for Vulvodynia and Vision
I remember mentioning in a post once that my eyesight has been improving gradually over the years. Ever since I started using the mind-body tools, I’ve reduced my vision prescription a little bit each year. Though I’ve obviously noticed this and even done a little studying around natural vision improvement, I haven’t ever considered the… Continue reading Mind-Body Healing for Vulvodynia and Vision
You Don’t Have to do it Perfectly
If you’ve purchased the Healthy Mind Toolbox Audio Course or been one of my clients, you are probably very aware of the common personality types who suffer from pelvic pain syndromes. (I use the phrase pelvic pain syndrome as a blanket description for syndromes such as vulvodynia, interstitial cystitis, irritable bowel syndrome, vulvar vestibulitis, pelvic… Continue reading You Don’t Have to do it Perfectly
Client Interview – Healing more than the Physical Body
Two weeks ago I wrote about the spiritual element of my healing journey. For many clients, once they have healed their bodies, they, too, embark on deeper and larger levels of healing. The coaching around vulvodynia, interstitial cystitis, fibromyalgia, and other pain syndromes fades away and clients and I begin working on these other realms… Continue reading Client Interview – Healing more than the Physical Body
When Pain Happens
So you’re going along, utilizing the mind-body tools, sticking with it, and you start to notice something interesting. It seems to be working! You have stretches without pain. You have longer stretches without pain. The pain itself, when present, is lessened. You no longer restrict your eating or activities, and yet you’re doing better! And… Continue reading When Pain Happens
Authentically You…and Healthy
In my own mind-body health maintenance plan, I have recently been focusing on being as completely authentic as possible. I’ve noticed over the years that the more tuned in to my body I am, the more it leads me to be completely honest with myself about myself. Before my years of vulvodynia, irritable bowel syndrome,… Continue reading Authentically You…and Healthy
A Big Thank You
I have a cool story to tell you this week. It’s about the magic of gratitude. I’ve written several posts about the power of appreciation and gratitude. I’ve told you how it helps your body relax, your brain create feel-good chemicals, and your overall health improve. I’ve explained how focusing on what you appreciate about… Continue reading A Big Thank You
Help for Helping Yourself Heal
I clearly remember the moments in my life when I first heard the words interstitial cystitis and vulvodynia. They were a couple years apart, but both stand out in their vividness. I spent days and weeks after each diagnosis feeling muddled, panicked, stressed, and confused. The number one thing I wanted was help and support,… Continue reading Help for Helping Yourself Heal
It’s Okay to Not Be Okay – The Power of Being Real
I got coached last weekend by a brilliant coach. (Master Coach Bev Barnes.) It’s funny – I forget how amazing coaching is sometimes, and then am reminded when I experience it. There is nothing like it, really, because it’s a place where you get to be exactly as you are, still be loved, and yet… Continue reading It’s Okay to Not Be Okay – The Power of Being Real
The Love List – A Powerful Healing Tool
I’ve been giving myself a fun assignment lately, and it’s working so well I want to share it with all of you. It has had a profound effect on my state of energy, which is truly the source of all health – life force energy, chi, prana – whatever you want to call it. A… Continue reading The Love List – A Powerful Healing Tool