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In case you haven’t noticed, there is a lot going on in the world today. From political systems to financial and energy systems to healthcare - most major industries are either changing or finding themselves in trouble. That’s because it’s time to re-evaluate our values to make sure these industries line up with what it is the world wants and needs. It’s not easy to change how we do things. We get used to how things work, so we put up with bureaucracy so we don’t have to deal with learning something new. But more and more people are not willing to put up with it anymore. Most people want change, but don’t know how to make it happen. That doesn’t mean change won’t happen, because there will always be people who are willing to find a way to change the world. What can we as individuals do to prepare ourselves for the changes that are coming? First, be open to new ideas because that’s the only way to get through challenging situations. If there’s something you don’t agree with, is it because it goes against your values? Or is it because it’s a new idea? Sometimes we resist change if it means giving up control over a situation. That doesn’t mean the change is bad, but it can mean you’re not open to accepting a new idea. That’s not easy to admit for most people, but in this time of major change, becoming more accepting of other people’s ideas will help everyone deal with changes without becoming argumentative. Consider this - whenever you have the opportunity to dive into a topic that is of interest to you, take the time to look at all sides of the issue. For every issue, there are differing opinions. And for every issue, you must decide which side you are on based on how you feel about those differing opinions. And if it doesn’t happen to go your way, find a way to be ok with it so you can move on instead of dwelling on it. Everyone has opinions, but think about whether those opinions are based in truth or hearsay - because hearsay disrupts people’s ability to reason through a controversial topic. So instead of basing your opinions on what you see on TV or social media, base your opinions on your own research. That being said, it isn’t always easy to get to the truth of things, so you must also use your own discernment regarding the source of the information. If it’s coming from what you feel is a reputable source, then allow yourself to form an opinion - even if it’s different from what other people in your circle believe. Sometimes it’s important to share the information you’ve uncovered so other people become aware of the truth. When it comes to personal health, many people are becoming tired of the traditional medical system, which is based on treating most ailments with medication. That’s because most people realize that the medication is simply meant to alleviate the symptom. And what people really want is treatment for the root cause of their illness. That is why so many people are now turning to alternative treatments such as energy healing. There are many different types of energy healing available, so once again, you must be discerning when choosing the right one for you. That doesn’t mean you can’t try different modalities, it just means you are free to choose the one that resonates the most. It will take time for major change to happen. In the meantime, think about what you can do to take charge of your life. The one thing we have most control over is our own bodies. So when it comes to healthcare, take some time to consider what you may be able to do on your own before consulting a doctor. If you know stress is causing your issues, then there are many things you can do to alleviate stress. Meditation is known to help calm the nervous system, but it must be done consistently. Harmonic Egg sessions that focus on stress relief is one of the most effective ways to bring the nervous system into balance. From there, additional sessions for whatever condition is affecting your life is recommended. Healing naturally with sound and light is not only effective, it’s non-invasive. So instead of relying on your doctor for everything, try utilizing other options first. You may be surprised at how much better you feel when taking the natural approach. Jean Hanson is co-owner of Realign Your Life Wellness Center in Mesa, AZ. The Center offers sound and light therapy with the Harmonic Egg. Steve Hanson is a sound healing practitioner and offers bi-monthly sound baths. Appointments can be booked online at RealignYourLifeAZ.com or by calling 480-613-9137.

With stress out of control these days, focusing on self care has become more important than ever. Too many people are trying to power through the stress instead of making time for themselves. The result is poor health - both physical and emotional. It may not be easy to make the time, but you’ll never regret the way you feel when you devote time to your self care. Why do we have such a hard time giving ourselves enough time to take care of our physical and emotional wellbeing? For most of us it’s about time. When we don’t have enough time to get everything done, we run out of time for ourselves. Part of the problem is that we don’t make ourselves a priority. We allow everything else to monopolize our time. Every time we do that, it compounds the stress we already feel. And as we all know, stress causes most illnesses. If we really want to take care of our health, we must devote time to it. We can’t allow our busy lives to interfere with our ability to stay healthy. How much time you spend on this will depend on how much time you are willing to devote to taking control of your health. Not enough people think proactively about their physical and emotional health because of the way we’ve been conditioned. The food industry is less concerned with healthy ingredients and more concerned with taste. The more we like something, the more we’ll buy it. The problem is, most of our food has been processed and contains toxins and unhealthy ingredients and over time adversely affects our health. So until people make a conscious decision to change the way they eat, the problem will continue. Of course that’s easier said than done, so making incremental changes over time will increase your chance of success. In addition to food toxins, our bodies are adversely affected by environmental and other types of toxins. Over time these toxins become problematic for our liver. When your liver is overworked, it can’t properly do its job. But when your liver is working the way it’s meant to, you’re not going to have as many health problems. Body and mind health not only keeps us healthy, it keeps us in balance. In order to stay in balance we must focus on the amount of stress we allow into our lives. We allow too many people to put us into “fight or flight” because we don’t know how to say no. When we start taking control of our stress and practice self care, we begin to want more peace in our lives. This is where self care becomes important. When your nervous system is stuck in “fight or flight”, it can be difficult to get back to homeostasis. This is what self care does for the mind and body. But it needs to be a modality that energetically works on the nervous system. Having your nails done is not considered self care. However a massage is considered self care. What are some self care modalities to look into? Here are some that I recommend: Yoga is an excellent way to wind down at the end of the day because it helps to loosen up tight muscles. But yoga is most effective when combined with breathwork so I recommend learning from a teacher who explains how to breathe properly during each pose. Immerse yourself in the soothing frequencies of a sound bath. Instruments such as crystal bowls, flute, and chimes calm the nervous system and may help to bring you out of “fight or flight”. Sound and light therapy is another way to calm the body. The Harmonic Egg combines music and color to shift the body out of “fight or flight” and into homeostasis. It is an effective way to reduce stress, while experiencing soothing music and color. Now is the time to prioritize your health. By making a few small changes to your busy schedule, you will give yourself the gift of self care. When you care for your health in positive ways, your life will begin to improve. Jean Hanson is co-owner of Realign Your Life Wellness Center in Mesa, AZ. The Center offers sound and light therapy with the Harmonic Egg. Steve Hanson is a sound healing practitioner and offers bi-monthly sound baths. Appointments can be booked online at RealignYourLifeAZ.com or by calling 480-613-9137.

We’ve all heard the expression “stuff your emotions”. And unfortunately, that is what most of us do - especially when it comes to negative emotions like anger, frustration and shame. So instead of finding a way to release the emotions, we tend to bury them deep inside. You may wonder why releasing emotions is so important. Isn’t it better to hide our emotions - especially negative emotions - rather than expressing negativity out into the world? Of course it’s never a good idea to direct your emotions at other people. Instead, try to find ways to deal with your emotions privately - scream into a pillow, hit a punching bag, vigorous exercise. Letting yourself express your emotions privately may seem odd, but allowing yourself to let it out is a good way to release tension as well. It will allow you to get over whatever it is you are feeling, faster. But when you keep holding onto those emotions, it becomes more and more difficult to let them go. You may end up ruminating over the situation and stir up even more negative emotions. Because most people don’t fully express their emotions, the energy of those emotions become stuck in the body. This is what is referred to as “emotional baggage”. We all have emotional baggage that we carry around with us. And the energy of those emotions can, over time, contribute to physical discomfort and dis-ease. Stress, as most people know, is the cause of most illnesses and diseases. But it all starts with emotions. Negative emotions that get stuck in the body energetically, need to be removed energetically. But most people don’t know where to begin. There is an energy healing modality called the Emotion Code that allows you to energetically remove trapped emotions. This is a simple process that anyone can do. But you must first identify each emotion before you can release it. There is a book called “The Emotion Code” by Dr. Bradley Nelson that explains the process. Another option for releasing trapped emotions is to work with an Emotion Code Practitioner. That way you will be able to identify when you experienced the emotion and where it is stuck in your body. Emotions can be difficult to fully express, so why not try these tips for a while to see if it makes a difference for you. You may notice that you don’t seem to hold onto anger or frustration for as long as you used to. Or you may notice that things that used to bother you no longer trigger you the way they used to . The more you can manage your negative emotions, the more calm you will begin to feel. To feel peace and calm in the midst of chaos is a better way to live. And if you can do that, you can lead a more positive life. Jean Hanson is co-owner of Realign Your Life Wellness Center, in Mesa. She is an Emotion Code Practitioner and author of Trust Your Higher Guidance: Align Your Life to Manifest the Joy and Success You Deserve. For more information, call 480-613-9137 or visit RealignYourLifeAZ.com .