En+Courage Blog

We can shine our lights no matter where we are on this life journey. We don’t need to reveal only the brightest light, but instead we simply shine and reflect what we have inside.

As a trauma survivor, I can truly say that yoga has brought me awareness, healing, and strengthened my faith. When I opened Stone Wave five years ago, the invitation was “come as you are.” Today, this invitation is increasingly important, as traumatized events increase and suffering is systemic. There is a need for purpose and peace.

In the quiet of suffering, we re-live our hurts over and over again; distracting us from fulfilling our destiny and our purpose. So how do we heal? Can we heal?

Yes.

I just recently bought an old fashioned alarm clock from Walmart. It has one tone that will make you sit straight up from your sleep. There is no ocean breeze setting, or light that gradually comes across the ceiling. This purchase is part of my self care.

I once read that "health is not a condition of matter, but of mind." The quality of our thoughts and our focus are what matters.

The phrase “mind over matter” is when an individual is able to control their problem or physical condition by simply using their mind.

It's not about a lack of self-confidence, I truly do not possess the gift of song. Not like others. I don't sing like a bird and my voice won't make your whole body melt.