{"id":406,"date":"2016-09-27T09:51:22","date_gmt":"2016-09-27T09:51:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/fitness2.mythemecloud.io\/?page_id=406"},"modified":"2023-03-13T12:31:16","modified_gmt":"2023-03-13T12:31:16","slug":"gratitude-joyful","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/grateful-living.com\/?page_id=406","title":{"rendered":"About Me"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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About my gratitude practice
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Over the years I’ve come to realize that cultivating an attitude of gratitude is one of the easiest, most accessible ways to be present in my life and experience more joy.<\/p>\n

Because I have used all the methods I share on this website in the many 3, 7, and 30 day challenges I have hosted, I can attest to the benefits that so many studies confirm. <\/p>\n

I have also completed two dedications that I call Gratitude Malas, a commitment of 108 days of gratitude that you can read more about in my blog.<\/p>\n

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Meditation and yoga have been an integral part of my life for more than 30 years.  They have shown me time and again that we are energetic beings, so much more that the flesh and bone and personalities we identify with.
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My exploration of Reiki began about 15 years ago and it has shown me without a doubt  that there is a life force energy permeating the world around us. It supports our health and well-being  and enlivens our spirit with inspiration and guidance. 
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The key to life is experiencing your own connection to this energy. Simply experiencing gratitude is connecting to this energy!
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Over the years I have developed a variety of tools and techniques and have been teaching these methods to help people like you feel more connected to this life force energy.  By discovering what works best for you, you too can feel connected to and fully supported by this life force energy in ways that bring more joy into your life.<\/p>\n

Because you deserve a joyful life.
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I completed my YTT with Body Therapies Yoga Training in 2011 and have been sharing my passion for yoga through teaching ever since.  Further specialized trainings have helped me hone my skills in the healing aspects of yoga including;<\/p>\n

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My training in meditation includes programs by Tarah Brach and Pema Chodron among others.<\/p>\n

A pratitioner of Reiki for 12 years, I completed my Reiki Master training at Kripalu in 2013, with Libby Barnett and in addition to private sessions, I offer training in Reiki Level I and II throughout the year.<\/p>\n

We are energetic beings influenced by the vibrations that surround us.  In the past 10 years I have been exploring the use of quartz crystal singing bowls for sound healing.  I use several of these, tuned to specific chakras and incorporate them in private sessions and workshops.<\/p>\n

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