Indulging is great once in awhile, but I began to feel the matcha becoming a crutch to my energy & clarity of mind… and then I remembered hey… there’s an herb for that! NETTLE.
Amanda Marie-Komisarek Stanley
Chakras Have Nothing To Do With Reiki
It’s true. While using the knowledge of the chakras can deepen our ability to help facilitate deeper empowered healing for ones self & others, the traditional teachings of Dr. Mikaomi Usui did not teach or use the chakra system as we Know it AT ALL. It wasn’t until Hawayo Takata (who brought Reiki to Hawaii from Japan), passed away that her “Master Teacher Students” began to utilize, share & teach the chakra system as it could relate to Reiki work in the late 70’s.
What Does It Mean To Be A Reiki-Master?
In my 16+ year experience with practicing & studying as a Reiki “Master-Teacher” I feel that while I do my best to honor the original traditions of the practice of Reiki as I was taught them & as Dr. Mikaomi Usui taught them (the original Reiki teacher), I find that using the term “Master” seems to over simplify and even disrespect what the practice of Reiki is- the passing of Universal energy with the intent to help another on their healing journey. Can anyone truly “Master” Universal Energy? Can anyone “Master” another’s healing path? No.
The Truth About Scents
I grew up loving the Body Shop, Bath & Body Works & Yankee candle with their “clean laundry”, “pumpkins spice”, and “lilac” scents… but I had no idea they weren’t the real deal until I became and herbalist and trained my nose to know the difference. Since then I’ve had the honor to study with licensed aromatherapists like Linn Stillwell & Mindy Green & hope someday to learn from the Tisserand School as this topic is so vast & important. With my 16+ years experience as a practicing herbalist, I have used essential oils extensively, safely & effectively with myself & clients.
Love For Jupiter’s Labyrinth: Testimonials
I highly recommend Amanda to anyone who is looking for a highly skilled practitioner. She has an abundance of knowledge in many modalities including the use of herbs, ayruvedic health, energy work, crystals, flower essences, is able to easily connect with one’s power animals, as well as provide practical down-to-earth coaching skills. She is compassionate, a good listener, and easy to work with. From the moment I met her at my first session, I could tell she was totally committed to helping. With each visit, I receive exactly what I need.
Inviting Change
This is such an important factor in the health & healing field. When I launched my biz as Lion’s Tooth Herbals in 2006, my catch phrase was “You Are Your Own Best Healer.” And it’s the truth. No one can heal you- TRULY heal you, but yourself. Yes, you can seek out professional advice, be given drugs or herbs or surgeries, but YOU are responsible for taking care yourself & creating the lasting change of health. There are no quick fixes that last. The lifelong work is always ours to choose over & over again, and always worth while when we decide to choose it.
Why Don’t We Prioritize Ourselves FIRST?
Why is it so hard to choose ourselves first?
I felt this way pre-motherhood, but I’m feeling it even more now.
I always feel ‘better” when I’m productive, ie; I’ve cleaned the house, meal prepped, returned emails, sent a newsletter or posted to IG, did laundry, worked on classes, cooked dinner, worked on a podcast, made some client blends…
Any of this sound like taking care of myself- directly? Nope.
Sacred Mourning Chalice For Pregnancy Loss
This is a project that’s been a long time coming. I’ve been sitting with and connecting to conjuring a project that would truly symbolize, honor and hold space for people who have dealt with the deep & lonely loss of miscarriage.
Pregnancy Loss occurs in 20%+ of all pregnancies (Ages 19-45). In some instances, loss occurs so early on, that it passes as a heavy period so that the person may not even have known that they had a little life spark inside of them. For many others, the loss occurs within the first and even second trimesters. And for over 50% of couples there is no scientific/ physical explanation for their miscarriage.
A Birth Story
Leida (pronounced “Lay-dah”) Maeve Stanley was born on July 10th at 9:04pm at 7.7lbs & 19.5 ins of pure amazing-ness.
First thing is first: Mommas- you are AMAZING.
I don’t care if you birthed with an epidural or without, with the help of Pitocin or without, with induction or without, by c- section or vaginally- you are a ridiculously powerful & miraculous human being- period.
5 Tips To Get Ahead Of It!- Cold & Flu Season
Yes, Yes, I know… we just barely said goodbye to August… but the change happens fast (especially if you live in New England). So, do yourself a favor and ACT NOW to strengthen your immune system with some simple tools & daily practices to keep yourself ahead of the season.
1. Drink water. 1/2 Your healthy body weight in ounces. Yes, I know. It seems so simple, and it is! But our bodies are about 60-70% water so it is SO VERY VITAL to our health and well being. Don’t believe me? Read more about the benefits of drinking water here. And the best thing about water? It’s practically free! Tip:Add lemon, lime or other fruit to make it yummy! Carbonated water creates gas & bloating in the body… keep it to still water if you can.