Author: practice peace
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The Practice of Moving: Balancing Throughts with Action
Some mornings, the practice is simply getting out the door. An early trip to the gym has become a practice of movement, friendship and learning when to push a little—and when to give myself some grace.
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My Morning Practice: Before the Day Begins
Before the day begins, I make a little space to notice, breathe and reconnect. From quiet moments on the porch to a simple practice with my hands, these small rituals help me settle into myself before the rest of the day arrives.
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What Does It Mean to Have a Daily Practice?
What if a daily practice didn’t have to be another thing on your to-do list? This October, I’m exploring the small practices we return to—morning routines, movement, prayer, learning, caring for our homes and simply noticing what’s around us.
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Rise, Release & Renew with TRE®
Life can be busy, demanding, and sometimes overwhelming. Between work, family responsibilities, and the many roles we take on throughout our lives, stress can build up in both the body and mind. That’s why I am passionate about sharing TRE® (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises), a practice that has become one of the most valuable…
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Learning to Listen to Yourself Again
Reiki and the Practice of Inner Awareness There was a period of my life where I realized I had stopped truly listening to myself. I was functioning. Getting things done. Showing up where I needed to show up. But underneath all of it, I felt disconnected from my own body, emotions, and inner voice. I…
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Understanding Energy Through Science and Sensation
Understanding Energy Through Science and Sensation When people hear the word energy, reactions can vary widely. For some, the word feels deeply familiar and intuitive. For others, it can sound vague, mystical, or difficult to connect with scientifically. And honestly, I understand that skepticism. We live in a world that often asks us to separate…
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Healing Begins When the Body Feels Safe
There are emails waiting before we even get out of bed. Texts buzzing during dinner. Teams notifications lighting up the screen. News alerts. Calendars. Deadlines. Expectations. Sometimes modern life can feel like we are constantly “on.” I know there are days when it feels as though the moment my eyes open, I am already on…
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Reiki Begins With the Breath
Many of us move through our days without ever fully breathing. Stress has a way of quietly changing the body. The shoulders tighten. The jaw clenches. Thoughts begin moving faster than we can process them. And somewhere in the middle of all of it, the breath becomes shallow and constricted. When we’re anxious, overwhelmed, rushing…
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TRE – Integration
TRE is not only about release.It is also about integration. The shaking is just one part of the practice. What comes after matters too. Rest, stillness, hydration, reflection, and giving the body time to reorganize.
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Growth
Finding sparks when things feel unclear There is a time in many transitions when inspiration seems to disappear. The feeling excitement is now distant. Motivation feels quiet. Ideas don’t arrive the way they used to. It’s easy to wonder if something inside you has gone still. But often, inspiration hasn’t disappeared at all. It’s volume…