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How an Indigenous Spiritual Leader from Ecuador’s Sapara Nation Brought Ancient Wisdom to the Heart of Idaho An Extraordinary Gathering of Sacred Wisdom Last week, something truly magical happened in Boise, Idaho. We had the incredible honor of welcoming Manari Ushigua Santi, leader of the Sapara nation of Ecuador, Indigenous Spiritual Leader, and passionate defender…
Read MoreA personal story about boundaries, self-worth, and the courage to stop begging for love I didn’t call my dad on Father’s Day. I didn’t call my father, either. Just like I didn’t call my mom on Mother’s Day. It’s not because I don’t love them—I do. It’s because I’m finally done chasing love, begging for…
Read MoreFrom circus dreams to healing trauma – a healer’s journey through father wounds and finding self-worth. When I was a little girl, I used to dream about running away to the circus. Not just because I loved elephants and acrobats, but because I wanted to escape. I wanted to find a place where I belonged.…
Read MoreHow closing my dream wellness center taught me the difference between being busy and being profitable—and why investing in coaching changed everything. The Moment Everything Changed Yesterday, I made a decision that terrified and thrilled me in equal measure: I signed up for a three-day intensive coaching event called Hell Yes Live in Lexington, Kentucky.…
Read MoreHello Friends! I hope this new year is bringing you moments of peace and renewal. The holidays are officially behind us, and winter is setting in. And you know what that means! It’s the perfect time to get a cozy, relaxing massage or bodywork session! As you may know, I recently welcomed Temple to our…
Read MoreBecoming a medicine woman and energy healing practitioner The path of a healer isn’t always straight or clear. Sometimes it winds through cloud forests in Costa Rica, ancient redwood groves in California, and deep into the Amazon jungle. This year, at 40, my journey as a holistic healer transformed dramatically as I embraced my true…
Read MoreThis was my first time exploring Ecuador’s diverse landscapes – from colonial churches to cloud forests and the Amazon rainforest. Here are the Key Takeaways from this post: Exploring Quito’s UNESCO World Heritage historic district Visting Mitad del Mundo, the Middle of the World Swimming in Mindo’s secluded cloud forest pools Experiencing Papallacta’s luxury hot…
Read MoreThank you SO MUCH to everyone who attended our last Cacao & Somatic Breathwork ceremony! We had such a great turnout that we decided to host another ceremony at the Shire for Winter Solstice on December 22nd! Get ready for powerful healing, transformation, and breakthroughs to occur as we step into the energy of the…
Read MoreIntroduction: The Roots of Food Trauma Childhood experiences shape our relationship with food in profound ways. For many, these early interactions can lead to what we call “food trauma” – a complex set of emotional and behavioral patterns that persist into adulthood. My Story: A Childhood of Food Restrictions The Hungry Mornings I grew up…
Read MoreIs your deep tissue doing more harm than good? Many people (including massage therapists!) often misunderstand what “deep tissue” really means. That’s because it’s subjective, and varies from person to person. What one person may consider deep is not what someone else might consider deep. The problem with this is that when done incorrectly, a…
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