Meaning of Life in Waking Up

by SharonHartnett | Mar 27, 2017 | Massage License in Ohio: 33.007505-H-K

The Meaning of Life… Waking Up. What does that mean to you?

So many people these days are so busy running their errands, taking care of things, and reaching for success. No problem with that. The Meaning of Life is in the doing.

But there are some people who have stopped and realized that real value means something else. And what usually happens is that when it becomes clear that there aren’t any real answers to life’s questions in the busyness, they begin to slow down and take account. In the quiet, they begin to get introspective and to start listening to another voice. A lighter voice. And that becomes clearer as they find their path to Waking Up. As that happens the Universe in its Divine Pleasure starts to resonate with the new direction of the Mind. The Meaning of Life is found and deepens as it illuminates each moment along the way.

The Meaning of Life can be discovered more easily using The Law of Attraction. Basically, what this means is that what you focus on is what you create in your life. In some of the New Age material, they suggest that you focus on the positive if that is what you want in your life. That can work miraculously as long as one is clear. But I would suggest taking it a step further and also acknowledging what is stressful as these situations arise and blocks your create flow with an objective as possible view. Because if we don’t do that- that thought can still take precedence over what we are thinking. As much as we might want to be positive, the unconscious mind shows up quite frequently in how we perceives things whether “for the good or the bad”. So it is important to notice our thinking process first, how we react to outside situations, and to accept What Is As It is. When we are at peace with ourselves and our relationships, even for just a moment- that clears the way for the next wave of Creation. Question the truth or the realness of those stressful thoughts too, and you’ll be amazed at how life can change. I recommend highly www.thework.com to get you on your way.

As we begin to let go of those stressful thoughts, that “like” energy will attract other “like” consciousness to us. When our minds are freed, we are open to that next thing that wants to happen. A mind that is Waking Up finds relief in day to day living. It begins to recognize that it is easier to drop resistance and duality. A mind that is Waking up sense a joy, even if it had been hidden for a long time. And this joy is more pervasive and long-term than a temporary material happiness. It is something that bubbles from within.

There are many people on the planet now who are Waking Up. These are the free thinkers who see that love and kindness are essential. They understand that the the heart can open and lead the way for the mind. These are the people who own their own craziness and have the courage to walk through the fire to know peace. Waking Up can be found anywhere. It is God talking to us and we are the listeners. We do so in surrender because we have learned to trust the compassionate light and its nourishment as Spirit lights the way for our human selves.

Each person has a way that they see the world. It is unique and made only for him/her. And all life is precious. But if we truly want to make a positive impact in our lives and with those we love, we must learn to be mindful and release all the learned beliefs that tell us that we are separate or different. True meaning instead, is about interconnection, and recognizing that we are all made of the same cloth with an opportunity to express it in different ways. But we must clear the way and focus on what brings us pleasure and warmness to our hearts for as much times as we can. Because that will allow of mutual partnership to flourish and make this a better world.

Joy

So Y’All. It’s time to sing together in peace. What say you?

Sharon Hartnett LMT, CST-D, SI, BHP

www.massageincolumbusohio.com

740 966-5153

Concussion Health with Craniosacral Therapy Glial Work

by SharonHartnett | Mar 20, 2017 | Massage License in Ohio: 33.007505-H-K, craniosacral, Craniosacral Therapy, mind body & spirit

A concussion is a traumatic type of brain injury that is impacted by some type of fall, blow or injury.

A concussion is not something to be taken lightly. I know. After treating many other people for concussions, I now am facing my own. I fell off my horse while landing on my buttocks and back, and also hit my head. Fortunately, I was wearing a good helmut. Since that time, I have rested quite a bit for the past two weeks, stopped most reading and writing, and took off even from the television for a bit. My doctor told me the best thing I could do is lay down in bed and close my eyes. I did the best I could, and it’s finally paying off. In the last few days, I have been applying some Craniosacral Therapy techniques to myself and have noticed an even better rate of improvement. Enough to think clearly and to write this short blog.

Fortunately, I did not lose consciousness, but I did lose my steadiness, and did get headaches for a while if I overdid it. I am so happy to be feeling better every day. Most people will fully recover from concussions, but others may not. Especially if there have been multiple incidents. So please take your health seriously. See a physician if you have any concerns that you have a concussion and make sure that self care is your priority.

Craniosaral with a focus on Glial Cells

Craniosaral for a Concussion with a focus on Glial Cells
I am in the process of setting up some appointment with a peer who does Craniosacral Therapy but also a therapist who knows how to focus on working with the glial cells. Why the glial cells? Lately, it has become increasingly better understood that the glial cells play a very important role in the functioning of the brain. In a class that I recently took from Tad Wanveer (an Upledger.com) therapist and teacher, I learned that through light biomechanics intention, dialogue and touch, that an experienced therapist can create wonderful improvements in how the brain works. The way that Tad explains this in his book, “Brain Stars, glia illuminating craniosacral therapy,” The Glia is more than glue. It is also plays an integral part in:

CNS development
Maintaining homeostasis
Supplying nutrients and oxygen
Synapse formation
healing injured neurons
sensory signaling
motor signaling
Cleansing of the CNS
Healing,
Production of the cerebrospinal fluid
Immune Response in the brain
Insulating
Flow regulation
Memory Processing
To destroy and Remove Waste
If the glia become over stressed or the environment in which they live- toxic, the CNS can be adversely toxic.

The good news is that the Glia can be touched and supported in a way that can repair and expedite the healing process.

As Tad says, ” Glial cells and neurons form and interdependent structural and functional system throughout the CNS that is fused with the Craniosacral System (CSS). This fusion ties place where glial cells attach to the pay matter membrane. The pain matter membrane in the innermost membrane layer of the CSS. It interconnects wit the other CSS membrane layers (meninges), and these layers connect to the bones of the cranium and spinal column. This bone to membrane to glial matrix is a dynamic biomechanical pathway CST practitioners cause use to help their clients correct nervous system dysfunction.”

In this class, I learned to touch into many parts of the brain and spinal cord. By listening and identifying through the different layers, one can come to appreciate the body’s innate ability to self-correct from a deep well of wisdom within. It is very possible to feel into structural and physiological restrictions and then to find a balance point for correction and to create better flow and drainage. In a more optimal environment, it is much easier for the brain and spine to heal.

It’s a bit ironic to me that my focus recently has been to work more and more with people who have concussions and TBI’s. And here I sit, healing with my own. But I feel very confident in the results I have had as a therapist with others, and also in my ability to work with myself, but also having incredible experiences from other therapists before. I know I am getting better, and this will resolve itself. I am back to working a light case load (craniosacral is not hard on the body or mind), and enjoying the miracles of interaction.

If you are feeling stressed about a concussion, please do take seriously that it is important to rest and heal. But I am here to tell you that there are some other integrative therapies that you docs may not know about. Craniosacral Therapy is an amazing hands on approach based on science, and experience that has helped countless others. At www.upledger.org you can see that the Upledger Institute has been helping football player to heal and feel better.

If you are local to the local Columbus area, and have a concussion, please give a call, and I am happy to offer a free 15 minute phone consult. Or look at www. upledger.com and find a Certified Therapist near you.

I can’t wait to get my hand’s on work ASAP!

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Sharon Hartnett CST-D

Worthington, Ohio|Serving the Columbus Area

614 653-8111

To find out more about Craniosacral Therapy, check out my main page.

Communicating the Value of CST

by SharonHartnett | Mar 16, 2017 | Massage License in Ohio: 33.007505-H-K, craniosacral, Craniosacral Therapy, Massage, stillpoint

Communicating the Value of CST

People who come in for a Craniosacral Therapy Session are often looking for corrections to their bodies such as with balance, healthy motion and dialogue. What they often leave with is a sense pain relief, more freedom in movement, and a sense of better grounding.

What makes a session helpful to clients is that they feel like their concerns are heard and that their therapist can speak the same language verbally, but also with their presence and hands.

In my experience, for the best results, the therapist is listening from moment to moment as to what the body is saying. As a client, I can really feel the difference when I am touched as to the quality of connection. So when I work, and teach other therapists, I offer this teaching as one of the most important guide posts to providing a valuable session.

Once this criteria is met, techniques come into play that can help the body to self-correct in the most gentle way. With Craniosacral Therapy, the touch is so light, that it feels like a whisper on the skin that nourishes and promotes efficiency and wellness. This is why it is such a wonderful therapy for ages from infancy to working with seniors. Almost all people can receive this type of work easily.

A trained Craniosacral Therapist will check the motion of how the cerebrospinal fluid is moving through the Craniosacral System (CSS). What he or she will feel are the flexion and extension phases that are constantly providing information to the therapist about any restrictions or dysfunctional patterns in the system itself, or with fascia and other parts of the body.

Once the pattern expressions are presented, the therapist listens, follows, and encourages gentle changes to help with symmetry, amplitude, rate and quality. This can have a great impact on how the CSS functions. When the Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) can flow freely, it allows the nerves to function more optimally. Without getting into too much detail, the clients often feel more balanced, at peace, and more centered after a session.

I have been a Massage Therapist and Bodyworker for about 20 years. In the last 10 years, I have refocused much of my work into the field of Craniosacral Therapy, SomatoeEmotional Therapy, Brain Work and Visceral Manipulation because the effects are profound and yet the touch so tender and precise.

I have learned so much at the Upledger Institute because I value their contribution to the wellbeing of so many people across the globe. One man, Dr. John Upledger, explored into an unknown frontier and brought this science based medical work to hands on practitioners to bring health and joy back into individual lives. I have seen dramatic changes for people with chronic pain and energy issues, to people recovering well from TBI’s and concussions, back and and neck pain relief, fibromyalgia relief just to name a few conditions.

I don’t think that anyone can quite explain what a session is like. Yes, I could say that you come in fully clothed and you are touched this way or that. But hardly anyone expects how great they feel by the end of the session. This work goes beyond a gentle one hour treatment. Its reaches go deep into the cells along with the mind connection there. It simply is bliss. And the changes continue to happen for days, and often times longer.

As with most types of massage and bodywork, each client is unique. And each will have a different experience. One person may feel huge shifts the first time, and others- well it may take them some time to really relax. But most often they do, and people often discover new sources of tranquility, energy and a sense of Self.

So that is my take on Craniosacral Therapy at this point in my practice. I love the work. I love practicing it, and I love receiving it. It has helped me on so many levels: physically, emotionally, in my heart and with spirit. And I have been blessed to help others with it.

If you would like to learn more, or have some questions about Craniosacral Therapy, I do offer a free 15 telephone consult. I love to share this work, and hopefully I have educated and imparted an idea of how it can help you. I haven’t found one person yet who hasn’t found some benefit in CST.

Sharon Hartnett Craniosacral Therapist Columbus

614 653-8111

Serving the Columbus, Ohio Area

For information, go to my main page.

Ice or a Heating Pad for a New Injury?

by SharonHartnett | Jan 29, 2017 | Massage License in Ohio: 33.007505-H-K

What do you do after an acute injury?

Many people don’t know whether to ice or to heat. The rule of thumb is that if you have been hurt in the past 48 hours, are experiencing inflammation, ice packs are your best bet. Ice helps to numb the pain, and aids in the event of swelling. The easiest way to use ice is to put a couple scoops into a towel and place it directly on the hurt area. A rubber band around the towel can keep the ice in. An ace bandage to hold it against the skin with compression is even more helpful. Other ideas are to do an ice massage, sliding the ice around (don’t keep it directly on skin to avoid frostbite), or perhaps use a baggie to hold the ice. If nothing better is around, find a frozen bag of veggies or such, and apply that to the injury. Make sure the area doesn’t get cold to fast, it should be a gradual treatment. Keep the hurt body part elevated. Depending where the ice is applied, keep it on for about 15 minutes + or – a few minutes. Give your skin time to warm up between applications. This can be done a few times a day.

Use Ice for acute injuries with swelling.

Of course, if the acute injury is severe, go to your physician or local hospital. It’s important to use common sense when there is an injury. The body is great at self-healing. It is repairing itself all the time. The inflammation in itself is part of that self-correction. So be wise- and make sure you don’t overdo the ice. But if you use it sparingly, it can help with the pain quite a bit. Those nerve endings will calm down.

Sharon Hartnett LMT, CST-D, SI

740 966-5153

Traumatic Brain Injury

by SharonHartnett | Jan 28, 2017 | concussion, craniosacral, Craniosacral Therapy

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is caused by an external mechanical force that enters the brain.

The effects can be dramatic for a person who has been faced with a head trauma impairment. Life can be changed in an instant. Different stressors can cause physical damage, behaviors and emotional imbalances, impacting decision making, day to day activities and one’s future. TBI’s can even lead to death. So, head injuries need to be taken seriously.

Craniosacral Therapy

Based on the level of the injury, with a physician approval, it might benefit you if you have be diagnosed with TBI to see a Certified Craniosacral Therapist, to help you to heal. In my practice, I have worked with clients who have had concussions/TBI’s that resulted in complex disabilities, who have eventually found great relief. For example, in the last year, I had a client come in who had fallen and hit her head. It was difficult for her to think clearly, or to verbalize thoughts and memories. Fogginess and problems with balance kept her fearful or uncomfortable in living her life fully. After 10 sessions, she recovered almost back to normal. Following, she studied yoga, and threw herself into study in areas that she enjoyed. Now she is doing great. Others who have come on to my table, have felt a complete sense of quiet and peace from a brain that otherwise stays in fight or flight. Working with the cerebral spinal fluid and pressure in the cranium can be quite the relief. However, depending on the severity of the neurological damage, it may take more rather than less sessions. I say this upfront because brain injury can take a while to improve. Although, I have seen that there is usually positive change each session.

Because I have witnessed success with my clients using Craniosacral Therapy, I decided to specifically study working with the Glial Interface through using biomechanical force specifically in the brain. Through the Upledger Institute, I have learned to touch into the neuroglia complex to support deep healing both structurally and functionally. The teaching of this method was created by Tad Wanveer, who is now getting ready to present his work at Harvard.

I have to say that while I am certified at the highest Diplomate level at the Upledger Institute in Craniosacral Therapy, this new way of touching into the brain, blew me away. After experiencing the work myself, my brain and spine continued to shift and heal for many days after the class. By relieving strain patterns, I felt my central nervous system reach a balanced state I hadn’t felt in years.

As such, I have been offering the Brain Work to my clients. It is as if it has taken the craniosacral work to a whole new level. The therapeutic intention to touch, feel, and support the CNS and PNS glial cell patterns is a powerful tool to help the body self-correct. The only way to experience the benefits is to come in for a session. If you have had a TBI and haven’t recovered completely, why not give me a call. I would love to help you in your healing journey.

My goal is to help you find a way to live with good health and the ability to feel joy again.

Sharon Hartnett Craniosacral Therapist Columbus

614 653-8111

Serving the Columbus, Ohio Area

For information, go to my main page.

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