Healthy coping ceremonies for end-of-life caregivers

During hospice orientation, I was introduced to the concept of honoring my patients and their loved ones as a means to heal the emotional trauma of being surrounded by dying, death and in most cases, gravely grieving individuals. I imagined that this work is full of uncertainty and as a hospice nurse, I will be …

A Common Misbelief

Lately, I have been hearing ideas regarding what a Reiki practitioner must be. “You must always be zen,” or “I need to heal myself first before I can learn Reiki and heal others.” Be gentle with yourselves, for no one could ever always be zen. Not even the most zen person on the planet. The …

At a distance

A dear friend of mine, a thousand miles away, sent me a picture of what she painted. It was me! Her artistic soul chose to paint me, what an honor. I have never met this dear friend, but we connected online over parenthood, our love for people, animals, nature, and for rocks. We experienced a …

Emotions are a gift.

Many people fear fully experiencing their emotions–especially heavy, stressful and uncomfortable emotions. Most of us are taught as children to “behave”– to stop expressing true feelings that are expressed through tantrums, meltdowns and moments of panic. As the years go on, this mis-guided message repeats, and people are naturally taught to either bottle up their …

Reiki Ritual

Reiki Ritual A ritual is acting out an intention in a specific pattern, through a thought out sequence. Special objects help to amplify the meaning of the intention. The Reiki session is a form of ritual, where a practitioner lays on the hands and channels universal life force energy to focus on the recipient’s intention. …

Sustainability Awareness

If you are aware of the importance of being Earth-friendly but are not sure where to begin, I am here for you! With over a decade of consistent reflection, practice and attainment of a sustainable lifestyle, I am confident I can help you re-create your life not only for the benefit of our precious planet, …

Welcome to Mellow Elements

Welcome to Mellow Elements, where I offer gentle support through Reiki energy work, nurse coaching and end-of-life doula care. Through Reiki therapy, regenerative pathways are presented in subtle and often profound ways. Envision Reiki as a deep meditation that helps me support you in being an active participant in your own healing journey. Nurse coaching …