Self-massage with oil, known as abhyanga in Ayurveda, is a wonderful practice for soothing the nervous system.
Heal yourself, heal the earth
Occupy – yourself
Fully inhabiting a body – occupying our selves – is a declaration of ownership, acceptance, and authority.
Own the shadows and the light
We are in relationship with everything. Relationship is a fundamental aspect of life itself. And how we choose to relate determines the quality of our lives. Whether it is a another person, our vehicle, our body, or our self, we have the option of honoring or not, appreciating or not, […]
What nourishes you at the Cancer New Moon/ Solar Eclipse
It is (finally) unmistakably summer here in Montana. After a long, cold, snowy winter and cold, wet spring, we are in that period when the days are still long and bright, the flood waters have receded, and Nature seems unstoppable and inexhaustible. As we approach the Caner New Moon and […]
How to obey a tree
To understand the true meaning of the word obedience, and to perceive just a little more of the Truth of a tree, try this meditation.
See and see again at the Gemini New Moon
Gemini, its planetary ruler Mercury, and the third house denote the stage in the zodiac phases of development in which we learn to perceive the other and what’s around us.
Scorpio and the places that scare us
“Shadow work is the path of the heart warrior” – Carl Jung Here in the northern hemisphere, we are immersed in deep darkness. We’ve just finished with Halloween, originally known as All Hallow’s Evening, a time for honoring our ancestors and loved ones who have passed, as well as our […]
Consecrate your life at the Virgo New Moon
When I look outside my window at this time of year in the Northern hemisphere, I see preparation everywhere. Leaves are turning hues of gold and red in preparation for falling to the ground; the deer are putting on their winter coats. Robins and other migratory birds are gathering in […]
Clear out summer’s heat for winter health
Ancient healing traditions such as Ayurveda see the transitions between the seasons as an opportunity to pause, take a break, and clear out imbalances accumulated in the previous few months. Much as we love our summers here in Montana, the long days, high temperatures and intense activity can result in […]
Harmonizing with the rhythms of the cosmos
We humans are not designed to be random. Our bodies are in tune with the sun and moon, the seasons and stars, and the weather. We can learn to feel these connections and harmonize with them, supporting our innate capacity for health. Built in to the traditional healing science from […]