January is the setting sun and the golden hour is complete. Keep your eyes wide open because there is some fierce tiger energy coming in today. Not only did the New Moon peak at midnight (depending on your location) but it's also the Celtic holiday, Imbolc. A halfway point between the winter solstice known as Yule and the spring equinox known as Ostara. Light is returning and the seeds you planted are getting ready to emerge. A clean slate has been presented. The motion of cleaning off a dusty, cluttered antique desk with a swipe of the arm is happening. Bye old business, hello to the new and improved you. Wiccans celebrate Imbolc by honoring the pagan goddess Brigid who was known as the fertility and fire goddess.  She oversaw crafts, poetry, and prophecy. It's a perfect time to start a project, especially a crafty or artistic one. It's truly a time to reconnect with nature so make a date with the outdoors, snow or shine. Light my fire as Jim Morrison would say. Somebody please have a bonfire for me since I can not! 

​In Chinese astrology it is the year of the tiger. Happy Chinese New Year! Think big, bold, & fierce! I have celebrated this holiday for many years because of my old boss and friend that is from Malaysia. I always ask him what we have to look forward to in the upcoming year. He says this is the year of the water tiger and that shipping and travel will flow again. He also said to make your home a sensory haven. Try to add all 5 elements to your home like water, wood, fire, earth, and metal. Practice Feng shui to bring balance and harmony to your safe space and add a plant or 10! Add a fountain in the center of the house. Add metal art, indoor windchimes (mom has hers in the corner of her bedroom and her fan pointed at it),  and some fiery colors in a rug or in your linens. Let there be light! Literally add some cool lighting with color changing light bulbs, candles, or lamps. Create a sanctuary that will encourage healing and creative articulation. 

Stay tuned! I've started my project and Healing With Reiki- Level I will be available virtually very soon. Have any interest in learning how to heal yourself? Let's connect. Remember, you are not alone. It's ok to rest. Inhale abundance. Exhale the bad juju and allow yourself to heal. 

Not sure if you are ready to move forward in your Reiki journey? If you answer 'YES' to the questions below, you are ready for Healing With Reiki Level III!
The Level III Workshop is all about transformation. Please note that level III can be challenging to those who have not mastered Reiki II techniques: Knowing the 3 sacred symbols (Cho Ku Rei, Sei He Ki, and Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen), distance healing, and direct reiki healing on others.
1. Have you taken Level I and II? Has a minimum of 21 days passed since your last class? 
2. Are you ready for your life to change? What no longer serves you will slowly but surely leave your life after taking this class.
3.  Do you embody and highly respect the 5 principles of Reiki.
4. Do you trust and honor the Higher Power. Reiki Practitioners have faith in the process even though they can not see it with their own eyes. 
5. Is your inner guidance and intuition urging you to take this class? Always follow your heart. 
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What can you expect when taking my Level III Master Class? 

• Be introduced to the last 2 sacred Reiki symbols, including the Master symbol. 
• Receive training on how to attune others
• Explore ways of developing your insight and awareness and how to use it during sessions.
• Revisit Level I & II contents for review and discussion
• If teaching is your intention, there will be a Teaching discussion and instructions on class prep etc. 

You will receive a Reiki III manual, a downloadable Reiki meditation recorded by me, your Reiki III Certificate and if teaching is your intention, you are invited to come to one of my Reiki Level I or Level II classes to sit in to learn more about the teaching process. 

Classes are available starting in March! Contact me today for more information and dates! 

Well, I have decided to embark on a horrifying, yet life changing journey. I will start the Standard Process 21-Day Purification Program at Bamboo Field Acupuncture & Herb after the new year. Toxins cannot be avoided, so it is recommended to "purify" twice a year to maintain optimal health. Don't worry, you can eat all the (healthy) food you'd like! Since we are all different,  Megumi will perform muscle testing to individualize the program to meet my needs. She can do that for you to!

I attended the kick off meeting last week and learned alot from Megumi! It actually got me excited about my health and gave me hope that this could actually help me not only lose weight, but also learn how to feed my body in a way that will provide nutrients, promote energy, and give me an overall uplifting feeling.
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This is not a 'New Year's Resolution' thing... This is a "2018 is going to be the year that I get it together' thing! I have been on the diet roller coaster for years. From losing 30 lbs in 6 weeks and gaining it right back, to joining multiple gyms and trying all 'fad diets' multiple times throughout my life. The time has come to put knowledge to this process of what eating the right way really is all about and not only see results, but FEEL them.
My start date is: January 4th! I was going to start the day after the new year, but Megumi advised to wait until closer to the weekend. Think about it, when was the last time you started something like this on a Monday and lasted all week? Yeah, me neither! 
Now, this cleanse is not just for people who want to lose weight. In fact, this cleanse is all about purifying your body and rebuilding itself from the inside out! It's about resetting yourself and starting 2018 feeling energized. It's about nourishing yourself with nutrient-rich foods, vitamins, and supplements that will protect the body and promote optimal health. 

SO, who's with me?? Are you interested in more information? Contact us at Bamboo Field Acupuncture & Herb for a free call with Megumi at: 512-431-7997
FYI: You do not have to live in Austin to participate!! 
Stay tuned because I am going to document this whole process!