Wound collectors are individuals who go out of their way to collect social slights, historical grievances, injustices, unfair or disparate treatment, or wrongs – whether real or imagined and who feel perennially aggrieved. They wallow in perceived transgressions and nourish these grievances by insisting on the ill intent on the part of others, and by not forgetting nor forgiving. Thus, they guarantee the wounds remain fresh, festering, and irrationally handy. By teasing these gaping non-healing psychological wounds, which according to them no one else has ever endured or suffered as they have, acrimonious sentiments seep out in the form of irreconcilable complaints or constant carping. Eventually, if unchecked, the toxic nature of wound collecting explodes to the surface metastesized, like a volcanic toxic brew, the seething magma of psychological pus, manifesting as anger, lashing out, animosity, or even vengence. And therein is the danger of wound collectors.
from Dangerous Personalities, by Joe Navarro
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Wound Collectors
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Reiki Level-1 Online
Imagine using your hands to ‘plug in’ to universal life energy and re-charge yourself and others!
Learn reiki to use your hands to channel Universal Life Energy! In this easy-to-learn course, we’ll take a practical approach to learning how to use your hands to give reiki life energy to yourself, your pets, food, plants, and other people.
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The Top 5 Benefits of Learning and Practicing Reiki
- Stress relief: One of the most reported benefits of Reiki is that it can help to reduce feelings of stress and anxiety. Reiki promotes deep relaxation, which can help to calm the mind and reduce physical tension.
- Pain management: Reiki can also be an effective tool for managing chronic pain. Some studies have suggested that Reiki may be as effective as traditional pain medications for reducing pain and improving quality of life in people with chronic conditions like fibromyalgia and cancer.
- Improved mental clarity: By promoting relaxation and reducing stress, Reiki can also help to improve mental clarity and focus. This can be particularly beneficial for people who struggle with anxiety or ADHD.
- Enhanced spiritual growth: Many people find that Reiki can be a powerful tool for enhancing their spiritual growth and deepening their connection to the world around them. Reiki can help to promote a sense of peace, gratitude, and compassion, which can be transformative on a spiritual level.
- Self-healing: Finally, learning Reiki can empower you to take control of your own health and well-being. By learning how to give yourself Reiki treatments, you can tap into your body’s natural healing abilities and take an active role in your own self-care.
Offered by 30-year reiki master Jane Marshall Wright, this reiki level-1 online course will give you the information and guidance you need to learn at your own pace and confidently begin practicing reiki. There is optional personalized coaching available.
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Winter is Coming
Who plays Vivaldi’s “Winter” the best?
As we cozy up to the enchanting embrace of winter’s solstice, let’s embark on a musical journey like no other. We’ve got not one but two incredible renditions of Vivaldi’s ‘Winter’ that are guaranteed to send shivers down your spine, leave you on the edge of your seat, and fill your soul with awe.
Get ready to be mesmerized as we explore these riveting performances! Which one will steal your heart and whisk you away to the winter wonderland of music?
Stay tuned for the showdown of the season! #VivaldiWinter #MusicalMagic”
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Enjoy this time of hibernation, dreams and “tearing it up” a little!
However you like to celebrate, remember to spread the love and do what you can to lift someone else up.
Be well,
Jane
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Dia de los Muertos
Calling ourselves “Scar Clan” emerged through the threads of love and the tapestry of long life, and has bound us together in a unique bond, marked by shared experiences and cherished memories. As we gather before our Dia de los Muertos altar, we long for the day when we can reunite with our ancestors, celebrating the eternal connection that runs through our veins.
With every offering placed upon the altar, we honor the past and anticipate the future, knowing that our love will guide us to that sacred heart where our ancestors await, ready to welcome us into their timeless embrace.
We create an altar and invite our ancestors to return home and visit. During this week we celebrate life and love together as we offer remembrance and gifts.
Dia de los Muertos
October 28 – November 3rd
October 28th – The first candle is lit, and a white flower is placed to receive lost souls.
October 29th – The next candle is lit, and a case of water is placed, dedicated to the abandoned and forgotten deceased.
October 30th – Another candle is lit, a glass of water is placed, and white bread is placed, for the deceased who left without eating, perhaps through an accident.
October 31st – Another candle is lit, a glass of water is placed, a white bread is placed, and we add some fruit for our ancestors.
November 1st – All Saint’s Day, the souls who died as children arrive this day. All the food is put on the altar.
November 2nd – Day of the faithful departed. Souls of the dead adults come to collect and eat the offering that their families place.
November 3rd – The last white candle is lit, and we say goodbye to our deceased and the offering is removed.
Supplies
Candles 5
Water carafe, glass of water
White Flower 1, Flowers for display, such as traditional marigolds
Bread 3-4
Fruit 1
Food offering for All Saint’s Day
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One Man’s First-Time Reiki
As I walked into the dimly lit room, the smell of incense filled my nostrils. There, sitting in the middle of the room was a small, unassuming woman. She introduced herself as a Reiki practitioner and claimed that reiki incorporates the secret of natural healing. Naturally, I was skeptical, but I had heard rumors of this woman’s abilities and decided to give it a shot.
She asked me to lay down on a table and began placing her hands over various parts of my body. The energy moved slowly, crawling like the sun over a desert landscape. I could feel a warm, almost electric sensation, coursing through me. The woman explained that this was the energy, or “ki”, that she was channeling through herself into me to promote healing.
As she worked, she began to explain the history and philosophy behind Reiki. She claimed that it was a natural healing technique that originated in Japan in the early 20th century. She also explained that Reiki works by balancing the energy within the body, allowing it to flow freely, which promotes healing.
As I lay there, feeling the energy coursing through me, I couldn’t help but wonder how this all worked. Was it simply the power of suggestion, or was there something more to it? The practitioner explained that Reiki was not a belief system or a religion, but rather a natural healing technique that anyone could learn.
As the session came to an end, I couldn’t deny that I felt a sense of calm and relaxation that I hadn’t felt in a long time. Whether or not Reiki truly has the power to heal, I couldn’t say for certain. But what I do know is that there is something undeniably powerful about the human touch and the energy that we all possess. And perhaps, in the end, that is the true secret of Reiki natural healing.
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Surviving an Epic California Winter Together
As the world slowly thaws out from the long, cold winter, it can be hard to shake off the sluggishness and gloom that often comes with the season. But fear not, dear readers, for the arrival of spring brings with it a renewed sense of hope and possibility.
The buds on the trees and the blossoms on the flowers are a reminder that even in the darkest of times, new life is always waiting just around the corner. The world is waking up from its slumber, and so too can we. It’s time to shed those heavy winter layers, both physically and emotionally, and step out into the bright, warm sunshine.
Sure, there may be days when the clouds gather and the rain pours down, but even on those days, there is something to be grateful for. The smell of fresh rain on the pavement, the sound of birds chirping in the trees, the sight of a rainbow stretching across the sky – all of these things are reminders that there is beauty in every moment, even the difficult ones.
So, if you’re feeling down, take heart in the arrival of spring. Take a walk in nature and feel the sun on your face. Plant some flowers and watch them grow. Reach out to a friend and reconnect. And remember that just as the world is constantly renewing itself, so too can we renew ourselves and find hope and joy in the midst of darkness.
Life is a wild, unpredictable ride, but we’re all in it together. So, let’s embrace the new season with open hearts and open minds, and see where this journey takes us.