End-of-Life Doula: Paving the Way to a Good Death
A good death is demonstrated when we honor the end-of-life choices of the terminally ill. End-of-Life Doulas are trained to help us do just that. They are non-medical, professionally trained individuals who assist in the dying process. They help individuals, and their caregivers, cope with death by providing physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual support before, during and after the death occurs.
When a Spouse Dies…
Encountering the loss of a spouse is overwhelming. The mourning process may include shock, numbness, and deep pain and sorrow. Logistically, emotionally, spiritually, and logistically, there is much to navigate and process. The best way to ensure you can focus your energy on grieving, remembering, honoring, and healing after your loved one passes is to ensure you have all the logistics in order ahead of time.
Retreat Recap: Connecting with Mother Earth, May 2023
On Saturday, May 13, 2023, a beautiful group of Balanced Soul Forest Bathers explored the Marion University Eco Lab. We “Connected to Mother Earth” by discussing what we each experience in nature that feels nurturing. We explored the pain and sadness that some feel around Mother’s Day, our connection with femininity, and more.
Retreat Recap: May 2023 Magic Meadow Retreat
On Saturday, May 13 Balanced Soul partnered as a specialist with Magic Meadow Retreats for a special “Mind your Mother” event in honor of Mother’s Day. Balanced Soul designed an experience to “Reclaim your Inner Goddess”. For us, a Goddess is a woman who is in the process of learning to know, accept and love herself on all levels, body, mind, and spirit. A woman who, because she focuses on personal growth and self- awareness, experiences a life, increasingly filled with peace, love, joy, passion, and fun. A woman that understands that she has unlimited capacity to make her life into anything she wants. Read more about our event here!
Dying a “Good Death”
The death wellness movement rethinks the way we approach death. Death wellness or "dying well "is a trend where individuals, academics, spiritual leaders, and healthcare professionals collaborate and help their clients or loved ones plan for a peaceful, comfortable, and intentional end-of-life experience.
The Tree of Life
The Tree of Life is a universal symbol. Many cultures, religions, and communities reference the Tree of Life or World Tree to portray the connection between the heavens and all Earthly creations. March welcomes a season of new life: we witness the rebirth of many of Earth's creations, each emerging from their winter slumber.
Messages from our grandmothers
This wise, inspiring group of grandmothers share their inner knowledge through stories, myths, and songs. Imagine growing up with a wise grandmother to provide a map for you and future generations.
Retreat Recap: The Art of Activating your Dreams: Design the Vision of You in 2023
On Sunday afternoon, February 12, 2023, a group of creative individuals met at the Indianapolis Art Center's Cultural Complex to bring forth their future vision of themselves in 2023.
The Year of The Rabbit: What Does This Mean for You?
Known as Sheng Xiao, the Chinese zodiac is an ancient categorization system that delineates specific themes and characteristics through a complex 60-year cycle based on the Chinese Lunar calendar. The Chinese zodiac can be traced back more than 2,000 years ago to the Han Dynasty. Twelve animals represent the Chinese lunar years, and the animals are in the following order: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig.
Personal Renewal
As we welcome 2023, it's natural to reflect on the past year and think about ways to design our best future. Personal renewal is an important aspect of living a healthy, balanced life. Arriving at the new year is a perfect opportunity to set intentions and make positive changes in our lives.
The Gratitude Jar
What have you been asked to bring to the Thanksgiving celebration this year? Perhaps you have been asked to bring pumpkin pie or mac and cheese or even green bean casserole? But how about bringing a Gratitude Jar instead? The Gratitude Jar is a beautiful new tradition you can start around the Thanksgiving table.
Good Vibrations
Using healing crystals to bring the body back into balance is a popular tool in alternative medicine. Crystal healing is an integrated, therapeutic, energetic process. Healers use various crystals to help cleanse, align and activate energy centers in the body resulting in feelings of harmony and stress release.
Forest Bathing Recap: Journaling Among the Trees
On Saturday, October 15, a group of Balanced Soul Forest Bathers met at the Marion College Nina Mason Pulliam Ecolab to explore “Journaling Among the Trees” for our final Forest Bathing experience of the year.
The Benefits of Journaling
Countless studies have shown that journaling is a powerful way to boost our mental and physical health. The process of putting a pen to paper has many well-being benefits. Also, you don’t have to be a great writer to start a journal. I’ve compiled a list of reasons to start journaling daily.
Water: A Natural Weight Loss Tool: Part II
Drinking water has many benefits. Water helps to maintain proper muscle tone by giving muscles their natural ability to contract and by preventing dehydration. It also helps to prevent sagging skin that follows weight loss – shrinking skin cells are buoyed by water, which plumps the skin and leaves it clean, healthy, and resilient.
Forest Bathing Recap: Dreaming into the Speaking Land
On May 9, 2022, this beautiful group of Balanced Soul Forest Bathers explored the Marion University Eco Lab. We “Connected to Mother Earth” through meditation and a silent walk through a marsh, using all of our senses (including our sense of imagination).
Water: A Natural Weight Loss Tool: Part I
As incredible as it may seem, water is quite possibly the most important catalyst in losing weight and keeping it off. Although most of us take it for granted, water may be the true “magic potion” for permanent weight loss.
Testimonial: My Summer Takeaway and The Artist’s Way Book Club
“Jenny and all the fascinating women that participated helped me rediscover that forgotten young person. The one who wrote poems.” - Toynie, Artist’s Way Book Club Participant
Testimonial: Intuitive Painting and The Artist’s Way Book Club
My experience with The Artist’s Way group was as unplanned as my painting.”
What is Intuitive Body Map Coaching?
There is a wonderful internal map inside your body that works alongside a strong guiding force to navigate your life. Your body is your personal feedback system, giving you numerous clues on connecting to your ever-present map. This internal map is the universal language of the spirit spoken through our bodies. The body is an amazing gift!