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How the Simple Act of Caring Can Transform Your Work and Life

Posted January 17, 2019April 6, 2022

by Katie Oberlin

This month I’d like to share some thoughts with you that have emerged from a continuing education class I’m taking called, “Caring Science, Mindful Practice,” based on the work of Jean Watson and Thich Nhat Hanh, two leaders in the fields of mindfulness and heart-centered healing. We were asked to reflect on: “What is caring professional […]

The Key to Growing Through Life’s Challenges

Posted December 7, 2018April 6, 2022

by Katie Oberlin

In my recent blog, “Gratitude for the Pain,” I wrote that all of life’s challenges have hidden messages and provide opportunities to be grateful for how these challenges actually support our growth. In response, one of my readers sent me a note and shared that several people in his life are dealing with incredible tragedy or […]

Gratitude for the Pain

Posted October 30, 2018April 6, 2022

by Katie Oberlin

As Thanksgiving and the holidays approach, we hear messages everywhere encouraging us to focus on gratitude. But if you are in the midst of pain or distress, it can be extremely difficult to shift into a place of gratitude. “How can I be grateful when I am hurting so deeply?” you may be thinking. If this is you, I’d like you to consider something that may seem impossible. It can actually be extremely healing to be grateful not only for our blessings, but also for our pain.

Gratitude For the Light: Using Shamanic Healing and Healing Touch to Help Set Powerful Intentions for the New Year

Posted December 21, 2017June 3, 2022

by Katie Oberlin

After stepping through the past several days of darkness with the New Moon and Winter Solstice, I stand in awe, wonder, and gratitude for the light. The powerful healing potential of this light is made more available with energy medicine practices such as Healing Touch and shamanic healing. Here are some simple reflections on the […]

As Within So Without, As Above So Below

Posted October 5, 2017July 2, 2022

by Katie Oberlin

I recently wrote about the changes that are happening all around us and the internal unsettledness that change can create. The implication is that external circumstances have a big affect on how we feel. And it’s no wonder. Distressing events in the news trigger our sense of empathy and challenge our very basic human need for […]

In This Season of Homecoming, Come Home to Your Heart

Posted September 20, 2017July 2, 2022

by Katie Oberlin

Last month my blogs followed the journey of my client Anne and her struggle with Lyme disease. Anne was able to reach a level of healing that allowed her to pursue her dream of spending a year in Ireland. She writes, “This country is gorgeous, and I feel that I’m exactly where I’m supposed to […]

Solar Eclipse ~ August 21, 2017

Posted August 20, 2017July 2, 2022

by Katie Oberlin

By now, I think it’s safe to assume that you know about the new moon and solar eclipse. I encourage you to experience this auspicious event in whatever way is meaningful to you. The three basic components are: 1) Preparation: For me, I have spent the past several days contemplating and observing old patterns, […]

Health Tip: Time to Press the Reset Button?

Posted August 11, 2017July 2, 2022

by Katie Oberlin

I don’t know about you, but to me it feels as if a lot is shifting, in both our internal and external environments. Something that always helps when we need to press the reset button is to remember The Four Agreements: Be impeccable with your word. Don’t take anything personally. Don’t make assumptions. Always do […]