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I am so excited (and a little bit scared too)! I am getting ready for my second 10-day silent meditation retreat. I am leaving tomorrow and will be returning on February 10.The meditation technique is called Vipassana, which means to see things as they really are, and is one of India’s most ancient techniques.I am not going to India though. There are centers all over the world now and I chose the one in Texas because of the perfect timing with my husband’s ski trip with the guys in Europe (the warmer weather in Texas is a big plus too!).The first time I was initiated to Vipassana was 4 years ago and I remember being amazed by the experience. It wasn’t easy. Like you can imagine, it requires hard and serious work.During my stay, there will be no reading, journaling, or talking, not even connecting with the eyes. I will be essentially alone with myself. So, there won’t be any new post to my blog next week and the next one will be on February 12. Stay tuned! I’ll be telling you everything about my 10-day silent meditation.Until then,Lots of Fun and Joy for you!
Cathy
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Synchronicity is the experience of two or more events occurring in a meaningful manner but causally unrelated. I believe in synchronicities and I look at the synchronicities in my life as a gift from the Universe, to support me and guide me through life.
Synchronicity is why I chose EFT as my blog subject for today.
Let me explain: I usually never take cabs between the two destinations involved. I also never (or let’s say, rarely) talk to cab drivers because they are usually too busy talking on their cell phone. But yesterday, I was late, so I took a cab and exceptionally, I talked to the cab driver. I even had an awesome conversation with him for 20 minutes. Among other things, he explained how EFT, which stands for Emotional Freedom Technique, helped him to resolve issues in his life. After 21 years of therapy, he told me that his shrink must have thought that he made enough money with him and finally suggested EFT as a tool for emotional healing. (He also made clear that he was only kidding about his psychiatrist making enough money with him and that his therapy was the best gift of his life.)
This wasn’t my first encounter with EFT. Before my conversation with the cab driver, two different health practitioners had highly recommended the technique for emotional relief. That is why I seriously started to listen yesterday. I mean, not only listening to my cab driver, listening to the universe and the synchronicities.
So I went on Gary Craig’s website, the EFT Founder. The endorsements of Deepak Chopra, MD and mind-body expert, and Candace Perth, PhD and author of Molecules of Emotions, among others, convinced me that there was really something there for me to look at. So, I watched a short video and read everything about the techniques.
EFT is based on the theory that negative emotions are caused by a disruption in the body's energy field and that stimulating the energy meridian points by tapping on them with your fingertips will alter the body's energy field, restoring balance.
This healing tool has been used for an impressive long list of issues such as addictions, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, shame, vision, chronic fatigue, fear from flying, cravings, diabetes, weight loss, insomnia and many more. The testimonials are awesome!
That’s about all I can say for now... I will test the technique and keep you posted.
I also invite you to do your own research. Like they say, ‘Knowledge is power’. So take the time to watch this short video:
http://emofree.com/splash/video_popup.asp
You can also get a free manual at:
http://emofree.com/downloadeftmanual.asp
To your Long, Healthy, and Passionate Life!
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2008!
Big, big year for me! I was born in 1968. I am changing a decade this year. I will be 40 years young (!) in May.
The good news is that I believe that it is possible to age in reverse. I believe that we can gain more energy, become more beautiful (both inside and out), gather more confidence and have more fun through the years.
To celebrate this New Year (and new decade!), I thought about a new look. At first, I thought about a BIG change. Then I decided that simply adding a bang to my look would fit with one of my 2008 intentions to create more fun into my life.
Does it sound superficial to you? Not to me. Feeling good on the outside helps me big time to feel good on the inside.
Life is about changing, moving, growing and expanding. So what about doing the same thing regarding your physical appearance? I encourage you to take the time to re-evaluate your look. Have you been in a rut? Look at magazines and tear out the pages that inspire you. Then, set up an appointment with a reputable hair stylist. Most importantly, have fun with the whole process.
Here’s to a great New Year… and New Look!
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It's the beginning of the month, beginning of the New Year - the perfect time to start creating the life of your dreams and enjoy it.
On my side, it is going to be a big year. In fact, my intention is that 2008 will be the best year of my life. I meditate every day on this. At the end of 2007, I started to work on my NEW branding for my business (due to completion this spring). I’ve finally got in touch with my BIG vision. A new logo, tagline, website, programs… to help you have an energetic and productive life with more purpose. Stay tuned… :)
With Cathy’s Health Tips, you will improve your health, raise your energy and be more beautiful (both inside and out) by:
- Making some internal shifts about nutrition that will empower you to take responsibility regarding your health and beauty.
- Properly detoxifying your body from harmful chemicals that threaten your well-being, and creating a toxin-free life.
- Drastically improving your eating habits without strain and discomfort.
- Losing weight and keeping it off.
- Alleviating digestive disorders, allergies, PMS and (so many!) others health concerns.
- Getting rid of brain fog, which will make your brain sharp.
- Learning what to feed the inside that will produce greater beauty on the outside (skin, hair, nails, you name it!)
- And Much, Much More!
Don't let another day go by without the support you need.
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Happy, Healthy 2008!
