The words “mindfulness meditation” are becoming a cliché in the world of wellness. But many people really don’t understand what the term means. My clients are surprised that the method is probably the easiest type of meditation to do. Today I’m sharing the simple way to do mindfulness meditation. What’s the point of meditating for…
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Lion’s Gate Portal: How to make the most of this powerful cosmic energy
This time of year, social media is abuzz about Lion’s Gate Portal. But you may be asking, what exactly is it? And what can you do to take advantage of it? Every August, the blue star Sirius aligns with our Sun in Leo. This creates a portal – called Lion’s Gate – which heightens the energies between…
3 simple ways to strengthen your intuition
Your intuition is always going to be your best bet when looking for guidance or seeking answers about life’s challenges. Although it is what guides us, there is often hesitation and lack of trust in what our inner self is telling us. Today I’m sharing 3 simple ways to strengthen your intuition, which will help…
How to love and care for your inner child
Even as adults, we carry with us emotions from experiences we had during our developmental years. Spiritually, this is known as your “inner child” and it is crucial to nurture this part of ourselves. Today I’m sharing how to love and care for your inner child. It’s important to nurture your inner child Your inner…
How to cope during stressful family gatherings
No matter the situation, dealing with others – especially relatives – can be extremely nerve-wracking. And for those of us who are empaths (people who soak up others’ energy), it can be downright traumatic. Today I have some helpful tips on how to cope during stressful family gatherings. Whether it’s your brother-in-law who tries to rope…
How to start a gratitude practice
Why should you learn how to start a gratitude practice? Showing your appreciation keeps you focused on a positive mindset, and the Law of Attraction dictates that showing appreciation will cause the Universe to bring you more things to be grateful for. As you develop a practice of gratitude, you may even inspire others around…
11 ways to practice self-care
DIY holistic wellness tips for a well-rounded self-care practice Holistic wellness means caring for your whole self: Physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual. To ensure your well-rounded health, I’m sharing some of my favorite tips for self-care. 11 ways to practice self-care 1. Do a heart chakra healing meditation The heart chakra is located in your…
Empath Armor: How to Protect Yourself as an Empath | Spiritual Basics Podcast Episode 5
April talks about her book, “Empath Armor: How to Protect Yourself as an Empath” and gives great tips on protecting your energy. Jen answers an email from a listener who has challenges with mind chatter during meditation. Note, the audio for this episode was recorded several months ago so don’t judge us for talking about…
Spiritually connecting with Mother Earth
This month, I’m doing a video series to honor Mother Earth for Earth Day! Today’s video is about how to connect spiritually with Mother Earth (Gaia). Check it out, and if you try some of my tips, let me know how they worked out in the comments! Referenced in this video: The Honest Guys on…
Best crystals for helping the environment
Crystals have been used for centuries due to their healing properties. If you’ve discovered the wonderful world of crystals (also known a “gemstones” in some circles) you probably use them to keep your vibe up, bring more love into your life, or help you communicate. But did you know that there are crystals which are…