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- From Law of Attraction to Flow - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2019 from Sandra MiniereHarnessing the Universal Law of Attraction can be a challenge. When it works, it feels miraculous; and when it does not, it raises doubts and leaves us feeling frustrated. I believe there is a higher element to this “attractor factor.” I call it Flow: Once you set the intention, a power greater ...
Views: 832 - Seven "Truisms" to Live By - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2019 from Sandra MiniereThe following golden nuggets of wisdom are based on the lessons I have learned while working on myself and working with others. As we live these “truisms,” we are moving toward optimal health for the mind, body and soul. The overall quality of our lives and relationships will also improve. I ...
Views: 1131 - The Immortality of Love Relationships - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2018 from Sandra MiniereRecently, death took two significant people in my life: my beloved aunt (mother figure) and my younger brother (only sibling). They died two months apart. My aunt’s death was expected, but my brother’s was sudden. My world shattered and my heart broke. While I believe the soul is eternal and ...
Views: 1020 - From Law of Attraction to Flow - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2018 from Sandra MiniereHarnessing the Universal Law of Attraction can be a challenge. When it works, it feels miraculous; and when it does not, it raises doubts and leaves us feeling frustrated. I believe there is a higher element to this “attractor factor.” I call it Flow: Once you set the intention, a power greater ...
Views: 1079 - Ease Your Way through 2018! - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2018 from Sandra Miniere“What you seek is seeking you” -- Rumi—13th century Persian poet and Sufi master Rumi’s quote reminds us that our intentions have power: Synchronicity, positive thinking, Law of Attraction, God, or Higher Order (whatever we call it) guides and supports us through life. When we set our ...
Views: 1191 - Death and Dying – A Lesson in “Letting Go” - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2017 from Sandra MiniereDuring the past few months, I have been surrounded by death: a relative, a friend and two acquaintances. While feeling sad for those who have died and those who are left to grieve, I also had a realization: The dying process is a time to let go, whether we want to or not. With commitment, ...
Views: 1117(1 vote) - The Sacred Cycle of Giving and Receiving - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2017 from Sandra Miniere“Give without expectation and receive with reckless abandon.” ― By Colleen Mariotti, Livology: A Global Guide to a Deliberate Life Enjoy this holiday season and be mindful of the ways in which you give and receive. The quotes abound on this subject. I like the quotes that highlight the ...
Views: 1642 - Live with Authenticity, Purpose, and Passion - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2017 from Sandra Miniere“The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.” – Pablo Picasso A few days after working with an energy worker, I had a revelation: I understood that as a young child, I was captivated by people. I observed and empathized with them. It was natural for me to ...
Views: 1243 - Inner Stillness in the Fast Lane - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2017 from Sandra MiniereWhether we are raising children, working in a job, running a business, or retired, we cannot escape the fast pace, stress induced life that surrounds us. Life has lost its simplicity: I need three to five gadgets to work my TV; it takes six steps to download an ebook from the library; and I ...
Views: 1145 - Kindness Brightens the World and Uplifts the Soul - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2017 from Sandra Miniere“Kindness is like snow—it beautifies everything it covers.” – Kahil Gibran After a year filled with political incivility, I feel as though my body and soul need a reminder that human beings are also compassionate and kind. While the media aggrandizes and normalizes aggressive behavior, it is ...
Views: 1074 - The Three Faces of Forgiveness - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2017 from Sandra MiniereWhen we allow a past disappointment or betrayal to linger in our minds and bodies, we pay a price. Anger, guilt, hatred, resentment, bitterness, and despair can lead to disruptive relationships, emotional illness, physical disease and less enjoyment in life. When someone says, “I cannot forgive ...
Views: 1412 - Walk in Your Own Shoes - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2016 from Sandra MiniereWhile speaking with a health care provider recently, I said these words: “I feel as though I am walking in my own shoes.” In that moment, a stillness filled my body as I allowed this truth to resonate with me. I could see how after more than 40 years of self-discovery, my life reflected ME—what ...
Views: 991 - The Secret to Conflict Free Conversations - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2016 from Sandra MiniereHave you noticed that your words and actions get misinterpreted by others and do not bring you the outcomes you want? Words and actions can be easily misunderstood. When that happens, I suggest you look at your intentions and attitude. When they are positive and constructive, your interactions ...
Views: 1194 - The Mind-Body-Soul Connection: What Is Your Physical Symptom Trying to Tell You? - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2016 from Sandra Miniere“The human body is the best picture of the human soul.” -- Ludwig Wittgenstein, philosopher. As I listen to people struggling with their illnesses or physical discomforts, I continue to be amazed that most do not make the connection between how they live their lives and their physical ...
Views: 1044 - How to Change A Negative Mindset - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2016 from Sandra MiniereIf you are feeling stressed by a life event, stuck on your way to achieving a goal, or in conflict with yourself or another, it may be time to examine your thinking. Your negative beliefs, attitudes and assumptions may be hijacking your emotions, sabotaging your success and ruining your ...
Views: 1209 - Become Unstoppable: Resilience Leads the Way - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2016 from Sandra MiniereThe recent mass killing in Orlando made me pause and reflect. I felt sad and sent love and prayers to the victims and their loved ones. I felt angry that assault weapons are on our streets and can fall into the hands of destructive zealots and mentally ill people. I felt anxious for the future ...
Views: 1024 - Choose Love Instead of Guilt - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2016 from Sandra MiniereBlaming ourselves leads to feeling guilty, and feeling guilty can trigger an expectation of punishment. When self-blame becomes a habit, we carry a heavy burden throughout our lives. The feeling that we are being punished for some wrong doing or not being good enough plagues us. Before we ...
Views: 1169 - Turn Your Anxiety into Positive Action - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2016 from Sandra MiniereFeeling anxious is a part of being human. We can’t run away from anxiety if we are fully participating in life. If one of my adult children were to be diagnosed with a life altering illness, I would become an anxious mother. Going through two divorces, I felt anxious about how I would move ...
Views: 1332 - Detoxification: Follow the Wisdom of Prominent Experts - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2016 from Sandra MiniereWhat do the Kepler planet-hunting spacecraft, measurements of gravitational waves and pulsars, the study of epigenetics, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios Star Wars fireworks have in common? And, what do they have to do with integrative wellness? These accomplishments, and so many more, excite me ...
Views: 1014 - Make Love A Priority in Your Life - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2016 from Sandra MiniereHeart Awareness Month and Valentine’s Day are both celebrated in February. I don’t know whether that was planned, but the physical heart appears to be associated with our ability to give and receive love. We say: “My heart is overflowing with love for him/her” or “my heart is breaking for the ...
Views: 1355 - Compelling Goals become Extraordinary Outcomes - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2016 from Sandra MiniereDo you create long and short-term goals? Do you write down your goals or intentions? Do you create a blueprint for your day? As a success coach, I help individuals create and implement goals. Whether I am coaching a person about a life goal or an executive about leadership goals, I see ...
Views: 1211 - Run for Your Life – Coping Skills Matter - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2016 from Sandra MiniereEnergized marathon runners dressed in fun costumes with smiles on their faces, I could hardly believe my eyes. I said to my husband, “They do not even look tired after running 23 miles; they had another three miles to go. We were meeting family at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and it was an ...
Views: 1035 - Enjoy Your Sweets without Harming Your Health - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2015 from Sandra MiniereEating special foods, especially your favorite sugary treats and drinks, are part of celebrating the holidays. However, when you eat too much refined sugar, your insulin and blood sugar levels rise. If you make eating sugar a daily habit, you may develop insulin resistance: More and more insulin ...
Views: 1051 - Live Your Spirituality Your Way - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2015 from Sandra MiniereReligion defines God based on a specific set of doctrines and rituals. Spirituality refers to a sacred energetic flow and way of being in the world. It cuts across all religious beliefs and traditions and influences your attitudes, feelings and behaviors toward yourself, others, nature and ...
Views: 1050 - Five Strategies to Practice When Gratitude Eludes You - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2015 from Sandra MiniereThanksgiving is a time to celebrate and express gratitude. When we take the time to focus on that for which we are grateful, we feel fulfilled. Our cup overflows with feelings of abundance. According to Jack Canfield, author of The Success Principles: “Gratitude is the single most important ...
Views: 1250 - Protect Your Health: Become a Conscious Consumer - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2015 from Sandra MiniereAfter watching the video series, The Truth About Cancer, I am reminded how important it is for each of us to take charge of our health. If we do not, the powerful organizations currently in charge of our environment, our food, and our medical care will continue to lead us down a path that ...
Views: 1056 - Overcome Your Resistance to Developing Healthy Habits - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2015 from Sandra MiniereOctober is breast cancer awareness month—the leading type of cancer in women (around 30%). Awareness focuses on prevention as well as treatment. Cancer prevention involves a healthy lifestyle and periodic screenings. Treatment involves making informed choices. The research connecting ...
Views: 866 - Death Reminds Us How to Live - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2015 from Sandra MiniereDeath is a part of living, but when it hits close to home, it leaves us feeling vulnerable, sad, angry, afraid and/or guilty. During the past month, three people I know died: 1) a middle aged woman who struggled with cancer for many years; 2) a 25 year old young man who made poor choices in his ...
Views: 1072 - Achieve Inner Peace within Minutes with This Mindful Practice - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2015 from Sandra MiniereInner peace is an experience of inner calm and harmony—“all seems right with me and my world.” This state of awareness is possible each time we stop our incessant negative judgments, work with what is happening now and let go of striving for a desired outcome. These strategies are not new; ...
Views: 1186 - Accomplish Your Goals using These Five Coaching Questions - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2015 from Sandra MiniereLast month two young female Army officers made history by becoming the first two women to complete the elite Army Ranger course—a two month training program that demands physical strength, mental discipline and endurance. Approximately one-quarter of the applicants for this grueling army ...
Views: 1014 - From Fear to Hope in Cancer Recovery – Wellness Matters - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2015 from Sandra MiniereGetting breast cancer many years ago was devastating for me for many reasons. The most disturbing reason: Conventional doctors could not tell me what caused the disease, except for my taking hormones for 10 years. Being a take charge kind of person, I refused to feel like a victim to cancer. I ...
Views: 1091 - Active Centenarians Inspire Us to Live Well Longer! - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2015 from Sandra MiniereWhat does it take to become an active and vibrant 100 year old adult? Why is that important? If you are curious about what it takes to have optimal health and well-being, centenarians have much to teach you. Researchers are interviewing active centenarians from diverse cultures around the world, ...
Views: 1188 - How to Use Synchronistic Events for Your Greatest Good - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2015 from Sandra MiniereSynchronicity appeared to be at work on my recent Mediterranean cruise. I found myself sitting next to or speaking with people who had challenges with cancer. Some of these individuals wanted to know more about my approach to overcoming cancer. Half way into the cruise, I “woke up.” My daily ...
Views: 1843(2 votes) - An Anti-inflammatory Lifestyle Saves Lives - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2015 from Sandra MiniereIn 2004, Time Magazine featured an article, “The Secret Killer.” Today, the role inflammation plays in the disease process continues to be ignored by many, including the conventional medical community. I was forced to learn about this silent killer with a cancer diagnosis 15 years ago, and it is ...
Views: 1140 - Live Life Completely: Integrate Being and Doing - by Submitted on May 30, 2015 from Sandra MiniereIn our search for truth and inner peace, we place our feet on a path that is filled with paradoxes. Integrating and living what feels like opposite truths can be challenging to say the least. This one jumped out at me recently: We are individuals taking charge of our lives, and at the same time, ...
Views: 1259 - From Awareness to Personal Empowerment: Truth Leads the Way - by Submitted on May 30, 2015 from Sandra MiniereAre you a truth seeker? In those first moments of recognizing a new awareness or concept as a truth, your body usually confirms what your mind acknowledges. How do you recognize truth? When something strikes you as true, do you feel it as a sensation in your heart, head or body? Whether the ...
Views: 996 - Control vs Flow - Three Tips to “Flow” Toward a Successful Outcome - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2015 from Sandra MiniereOn my first day in Venice, Italy, a half hour walk to a specific destination took my cousin and me over two hours even though we had two different maps. Street and river names are written on the corner of buildings but many buildings have no names. I soon realized that Venice was going to demand ...
Views: 1136 - Turn Your Anger Into Power! - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2015 from Sandra MiniereAnger is a high energy emotion. When you can focus the energy in your anger towards an action that leads to a constructive outcome, you are turning your anger into power. Speaking up rather than acting out or holding back leads to healthier bodies and relationships that work. Two divorces ...
Views: 2347 - Earth Energy: Connect to This “Fountain of Youth”! - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2015 from Sandra MiniereAre you aware that the Earth is a powerful healing resource? A growing number of enthusiasts believe this planet is a never ending source of natural electrical energy that promotes health. Placing your body in direct connection with the Earth is viewed as an effective anti-inflammatory and ...
Views: 1329 - Epigenetics: A Vital Pathway to Radiant Wellness - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2015 from Sandra MiniereDo you think that your genetic blueprint is your destiny? I am fascinated by the “new science” called epigenetics (above the genes). Research is proving that gene expression, not necessarily your genetic blueprint, dictates your state of health. Why is this important to you? You have ...
Views: 1187 - Supercharge Your Relationships: Do Not Take Anything Personally!! - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2015 from Sandra MiniereAs you learn NOT to take anything personally, you will bring harmony into your relationships. For example, someone may say or do something that feels like an attack on your self-worth, wellbeing or your beliefs. If you retaliate by defending or protecting yourself, you disrupt the connection ...
Views: 1242 - Choose to Live Abundantly - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2015 from Sandra MiniereAre you addicted to seeing what is missing in your life instead of the fullness that already exists? After hearing my inner voice give thanks for my lovely home and wishing it had larger rooms and more storage, I had an epiphany. Suddenly I realized that giving thanks and asking for more at the ...
Views: 1484(1 vote) - Happy Relationships: The Five Faces of Love - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2015 from Sandra MiniereRecently I heard a spiritual teacher address a woman who asked whether she should continue to love and accept her partner of four years the way he was or move on. She wanted him to be more committed to the relationship in ways that mattered to her but could continue to love him unconditionally ...
Views: 2813 - How to Achieve Inner Peace in Thirty Seconds - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2013 from Sandra MiniereWhether you meditate or just want to still your mind from its incessant chatter, I have a profound message to share with you. “Thirty sacred seconds” is all that it takes to allow your conscious mind to dis-identify with your thoughts and connect you with your divine mind. Each time you do this, ...
Views: 1634(1 vote) - Mind Over Mountain - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Sandra MiniereWhen I moved to California, I was physically unfit for strenuous exercise. My legs were weak; my chronic asthma debilitating. In spite of this, I took on the challenge of hiking a nearby 2,500 foot mountain, Mission Peak. The objective: To improve this fragile state of health and strengthen my ...
Views: 1278 - Success Begins with You - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2010 from Sandra MiniereIn today’s economic climate talented people are being forced to look for their next job or opportunity. Many of them have valuable skills and experience to offer an employer; and some are being given opportunities that take them out of their comfort zone. Some will get stuck in self-doubt, fear ...
Views: 1947(4 votes) - Coming Alive in Nature - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Sandra MiniereStanding under the shaded cathedral of tall oak trees, I looked out upon a body of water alive with shimmering golden light. My soul was enchanted. In my mind's eye I could envision Native Americans living in this sacred place. I felt as though the earth, trees and water were pulling me into ...
Views: 1401(1 vote) - Change Your Habits; Change Your Life - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2008 from Sandra MiniereIf you have tried to eliminate a bad habit, you know how difficult change can be. Your good intentions fall apart as you try to eliminate overeating, procrastinating, negative thinking or being disorganized. Too often, as you proceed toward your desired outcome, you bump into internal resistance ...
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