Yogis, I am very happy to share the following blog by my astrologer, and friend, Laurie Baum. I asked that Laurie write a blog about what she does to stay present and grounded as a spiritual healer. I personally have found that Laurie is crystal clear as an astrologer and a coach. Her insight and ability to show up for others is founded in the personal practices and disciplines that she embraces. Laurie is a role model for me as a healer and I think she will inspire you as well. OM, Pamela
from Laurie:
When I initially connected with Pamela about doing this blog post, we talked about the personal self-care that I, as a healer, do prior to meeting with a client for a spiritual coaching session. As I thought about the steps I take, which have become second nature in my work as a psychotherapist, astrologer and psychic counselor, I realized that if we all followed these steps every day, we would create a better world for everyone. With a little self-care and attention to your own internal rhythms
- You could be centered in yourself
- You could be present to your feelings and needs
- You could be present to others’ feelings and needs
- You could listen
- You could receive the cares of the other with an open heart
- The other person would feel loved, heard, received, uplifted, and whole
- You would feel uplifted and loved in return … the cycle would continue … infinitely.
Here are the steps you can consider to bring greater peace, calm and centeredness to yourself … and to your clients, friends, family members, or even strangers … everyone who you meet in the course of your day:
- Breathe deeply and rhythmically.
- Become aware of rhythm of you natural breathing pattern.
- Become aware of the nature of your thoughts — both those quickly passing through your mind and those that repeat themselves.
- As you notice your thoughts, do not judge them. Just notice if they are positive? negative? rapid-fire? slow? considered? moderated? repetitive?
- Become aware of your surroundings. Just notice them. Don’t judge them.
- Become aware of the person or people in your environment.
- Become aware of your their breathing.
- Harmonize your breathing with their breath.
- Forget that you have any worries or cares. Let them go so you may be fully present in the moment.
- Listen. Repeat back what you think you have heard. Continue to breathe in harmony with and maintain eye contact with the person/s you are with. With or without words, offer support, compassion, empathy from your heart.
You are just one breath away from making a harmonious connection with yourself and the people in your world!
Bio: Laurie A. Baum, MSW, is a licensed psychotherapist, professional astrologer, and psychic counselor in Encinitas, California. She is the author of Everything You Need to Know About Your Astrological Sign, Astrological Secrets for the New Millennium, Sacred Mysteries of Egypt, A to Z Acrophonology: Discover the Power of the Letters in Your Name,and Whispers from the Cosmos. She has been profiled in the books Psychic New York and The 100 Top Psychics in America. For further information, please visit http://www.lauriebaum.com.
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