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Chronic Pain Getting You Down?

by SharonHartnett | Dec 31, 2017 | craniosacral, Craniosacral Therapy, Energy Healing, Massage, Structural Integration, upledger institute

Chronic Pain throws a jolt into life, doesn’t it?

One of the most difficult things about chronic pain is that there is no break. The body continually sends signals to the brain that say “OW”, and there is no rest on a physical level. If your chronic pain is lasting days, weeks or even months, you need some help. And if your chronic pain is coming from an illness level, it’s important that you seek medical help. In addition to that, naturopathic and/or functional medicine can also be very helpful in supporting an overall maintenance or health recovery.

What I would like to talk about is twofold. The myofascial component of pain, and also how the mind reacts to pain.

Fascia-If there is inflammation in the body, it often affects the fascia as pain or dysfunction of some sort. In the reverse, if the fascial body is tight, disorganized or unhealthy, it can also cause pain patterns. Because fascia interacts with all the living things in your body, it is important to address any myofascial issues that contribute to your chronic pain. The problem is that most people have never even heard of fascia. So they go on medications and travel the traditional route looking for answers. Sometimes- the answers are there. Sometimes not. Mostly, in my practice I receive clients who have found no resolutions anywhere. So what do we do? We begin a dialogue between my hands and the person’s fascia. The body tells me where to go. Whether there are tight sheets, torques, pulls, resistance or whatever- we work there until the soft tissues start to melt and re-vigorate. I look for more hydration, flexibility, motion and general health in the fascia. When this happens, compression and dysfunctional patterns disappear, leaving more flow and energy to help self-correct the physical body. The body eventually begins to feel more space and alignment, and voila- you can breathe again.
The Mind- It plays a huge part in how we respond to physical pain. It is true, that as human beings, we can suffer with physical pain. But there are other things that can make pain worst. And usually, believe it or not- when we ignore our pain- the pattern usually gets worst. Ignoring our bodies does not create better health. One thing that is helpful to do to relax pain patterns is to do a breathing meditation, Breathing with awareness helps to bring motion back into the body. Motion is vitality. On top of that benefit, when we start to notice our thoughts, and beliefs, we become more empowered in understanding how our mind is organized. When we experience our bodies, with gentle awareness, pain often softens and can actually subside. As we question our unhealthy thinking, the mind expands, and so does the space inside of us. I know, that sometimes it is easier to resist the pain- but that really doesn’t help long-term. Take some time each day to find the silence in the moment, the places in your body that are feeling good, or ask for loving kindness to fill you up. The mind’s relationship to pain is important. If you want to feel better, it is crucial that you start to explore other conscious choices.

I have worked with people on the table for close to 30 years. Chronic Pain is not the easiest thing to shift. But with a holistic approach, I have seen people get better, and heal. Looking at the foods you eat, your exercise schedule, how you think and act, along with your meditation practice can truly help. Finding a person to journey with you and support you through modalities like SomatoEmotional Release can be life changing.

Remember, that chronic pain can be a lonely place. Don’t leave yourself in that position. Get some help because your life is important.

Sharon Hartnett LMT, CST-D, SomatoeEmotional Release, SI, BHSP, Hakomi

703 509-1792

www.craniosacraltherapistcolumbus.com

Serving The Columbus Area

www.upledger.com

Getting Clear about What You Want in Life

by SharonHartnett | Dec 30, 2017 | barbara brennan, craniosacral, Craniosacral Therapy, Energy Healing, healing

You CAN get clear about what you want in life.

How?

What you need to do first is start by getting clear about your commitment to Clarity. Set certain times aside for yourself to explore. This can be done alone, or with a friend, healer or a therapist. Self-discovery is a very interesting process. It begins by bringing your awareness to your thinking and how it affects you. Cause and Effect.

Most of our thinking comes from our history and projections into the future. What we believe about our stories can become very important to us. And the filters that we now see the world through can be dimmed by repetitive belief systems. By realizing how we identify with certain thinking patterns, we can change how we experience and create in the world. Three keys to getting clearer about what matters to you:

Mindfulness is key for bringing awareness to thoughts that confuse and that block us from finding optimal value in our lives. And it is in the quiet listening to our thoughts as they pass through, that we can navigate into the deeper silence. Without the clutter, things are much closer to the heart and easier to navigate. Into the “Now” place, life springs forth and life is more simple.
Being Curious makes space for new ideas and perspectives. It’s like opening a door to see what’s next.
Experiencing means being with what is here right now in the moment.

Once the mind starts to quiet down. Awareness can be experienced as more expansive. We can step out of our normal living box. Perspective opens. The bigger picture gives us an advantage to seeing things differently and with more clarity. Experience and centeredness helps us to know what feels right for us. It helps to define our relationship to the moment.

The mind and its consciousness is a larger field than just one person alone.

There are infinite possibilities. But with healing relationships, we can investigate truth, and get more clear about who we are. Our false identities dissolve and life feels more simple, and more restful. Believe it- when the mind opens, clarity is a relief.

Getting Clear by reaching outside of “normal” thinking patterns.Reach for the sky!

clarity

My job as a Barbara Brennan Healer is to work with your energy. To create a space where we work together to create an exchange that supports your movement into clarity. A conversation that will set you free from illusion, and direct you into clarity.

Something deep inside of you knows the TRUTH. And it will set you free to direct your life with more ease.

Getting clear, that is my goal in helping you. To help you connect to the authentic value you are here to live.

If you are looking for help, I work locally and on Skype long distance.

Sharon Hartnett CST-D, Barbara Brennan Healer, SI, Reiki, Hakomi, Upledger

www.craniosacraltherapistcolumbus.com

703 509-1792 Ohio

Worthington Ohio Craniosacral Therapy CST

by SharonHartnett | Dec 26, 2017 | craniosacral, Craniosacral Therapy, Energy Healing

Announcing my move to Worthington for CST work!

Are you looking for Craniosacral Therapy (CST) in the Worthington Ohio Area?

I am newly open for CST two days a week at: 6797 N. High St. #333 Worthington, Ohio.

This is my new travel day into the city. Mostly, I have been working in Johnstown, Ohio. However- my friend has offered to let me use her office and the space has great energy, and is very convenient for my clients who often drive far.

I have had a CST practice for close to 20 years. Manual Work, close to 30! The reason I have been specializing in Craniosacral Therapy in the last 20 years is because the work is very gentle, yet truly helps people in the long run to get well, and more active in their lives. I have seen many of my clients find pain relief, lose their stress, and integrate into a more relaxed balanced people. More happy, and healthy holistically.

The areas where I have seen the best changes are with: headaches, neck and back pain, emotional stress related to the body, and concussions. But CST is helpful really for anyone. That is because it works primarily with the brain and the spine and how it supports the rest of the body. The work is profound, and as the sessions continue- people change their lives. They turn things around.

To see some of my reviews, go to: Lighten Up Therapies

The best way to find a Massage Therapist is by word of mouth. If someone takes the time to write a review, that means a lot! I am very grateful for all the positive reviews!

If you would like a free 10 minute phone conversation to discuss or ask questions about Craniosacral Therapy, please give me a call at 703 509-1792

Warmly,

Sharon Hartnett LMT, CST-D, SI, BHSP

www.craniosacraltherapistcolumbus.com

CST-D

www.upledger.com

Serving the Columbus, Ohio Area.

Feeling Better with Craniosacral Therapy

by SharonHartnett | Dec 1, 2017 | Craniosacral Therapy, Energy Healing

A question that invariably comes up at the end of each session is, “How long will it be until I am feeling better?”

That is a fair question. People want to be feeling better. They want to know what kind of investment they need to make in themselves in regard to time and money. I have been a Massage Therapist for about 20 years, and have been doing Craniosacral Therapy (CST) for about 15 years. And to be honest, I have to say, that if you have been in pain or suffering for years, it is possible to have a miracle with CST. I have seen huge changes in people, especially after multi-hand intensives. I have seen people in extreme pain get up off the table even after one session, so happy to be feeling better. But in actuality, it usually took years to fall into unhealthy stress patterns, and it usually takes multiple sessions to get better.

Feeling Better

An honest Craniosacral Therapist, or any good therapist for that manner- will never make you promises about your health. Why? Because thee is an Inner Intelligence in Your Body Mind that knows how to heal. And that is the way back to health. The rest of us therapists, are facilitators with tools in our bag, that can help with the process. But ultimately- it is up to you whether you heal or not.

Where does healing come from? Sometimes, we just heal by the grace of God. Our bodies, when healthy, can repair quite easily. So f we have enough internal resources, our body takes care of us really well. However, if we have chronically ignored our body signals, or have deep stress or have been in an accident- plan to make a commitment to your health and receiving the care that you need. Only you can make this decision to do whatever is needed to find yourself back in health.

With Craniosacral Therapy, our focus is to listen to that intelligence that is running through your body systems, especially the Central Nervous System. This includes the brain, the spinal cord and nerves throughout the body.. The Craniosacral Rhythm which results by the creation and reabsorption of cerebrospinal fluid shows us where there is health and where there are restrictions in the body that keep us from optimal wellbeing. With a very light touch, a cranosacral therapist can help the body to self-correct. Because the touch is so gentle, the body does not defend against the support and nourishment.

Every person deserves to feel good in his/her body, the heart, and in spirit. And there is an innate wisdom that we each have been blessed with that can help. But it does often take time and numerous sessions if you are not well. I am being honest and promising nothing. But what I can say, is that the body is a doorway to healing on so many levels. And Craniosacral Therapy can be a wonderful way to set sail. You can benefit best by making the decision to commit to your healing journey with a Professional.

If you have any questions, please look up: www.upledger.com

Here is to You ” Feeling Better”.

Sharon Hartnett LMT, CST-D, SI, BHSP, Hakomi Practitioner

www.craniosacralatherapistcolumbus.com

703 509-1792

Serving the Columbus Area

What is Energy Healing? Here are 5 tips to start learning.

by SharonHartnett | Nov 15, 2017 | Energy Healing, Massage License in Ohio: 33.007505-H-K

If you are reading this, you are probably curious about Energy Healing.

And what I’d ask you is, “What is your own particular experience?” Because Energy Healing is an Experiential that is unique to each person.

A subtle feeling of vibration in the air? Or a touch that infused you with what feels like energy healing? Have you seen auras that are colors or fields of energy? Or perhaps felt an energy in the room without seeing anyone or anything?

Energy Healing

Most of us have experience these things, especially as children. After all, the world is made of energy. In Quantum Physics it is known that nothing is actually solid, but rather energy. Physical atoms are made of of vortices of energy that are spinning. We are each made with our own unique blueprint that contains structure but also flow. When we are young, our senses are open, and we perceive all types of things. Including living energy for many. But as we get older, we are told how to think and identify things. Our brains become wired to live in a world where we can feel most connected, and where we speak the same language. But there is a Universal language that goes beyond the words we use. And in that-everything is interconnected and alive.

Anyone who is interested can bring awareness to Energy Healing. But it takes an open mind. The most important skill for this is to listen with a curious mind, to feel with mindfulness something new. A few things one might try are:

Look around trees. They have so much light that emanate from them. Soften your gaze. Listen. Or if you are more of the type of person who senses things physically- feel the tree. Trees always share their energy. Maybe that’s why there are so many tree huggers!
If you have a friend who is open, have them stand in one place. Put your hands in front of you, and while you walk toward him/her, just feel. Stay open, and bring awareness to your internal process. There are different levels of energy consciousness in the human energy field. You will learn to feel different things the closer or farther you go.
Ask you guardian angel or spirit guides to dialogue with you. When your Higher Self is ready to ask from the heart, these beings of Light are always at hand.
Study Quantum Science. If you are an intellect, read and explore.
Take Classes. There are schools like, “The Barbara Brennan School of Healing“, classes in Reiki, Seraphim Blueprint etc… that will teach you the tools you need to become more self-aware.

Working with Energy is amazing. When one is ready to meet and adventure in new consciousness, they can’t help but to be changed by new experience. Most people I know who have a taste of spirituality this way, follow the path. Why? The mind is freer and the heart more joyful when it opens up to the Divine. Because there is truth in opening up to God and the openness of Unity, Love, and Peace. Once we know this, we feel renewed.

If you have any questions, please look at Barbara’s book, “Hands of Light”.

Or call if you are interested in a Energy Healing.

Sharon Hartnett 703 509-1792

www.craniosacraltherapistcolumbus.com

What is the Spiritual Way of Healing?

by SharonHartnett | Nov 8, 2017 | Energy Healing

What is Spiritual Healing Anyway?

In the “Now” time, I find this term “Spiritual Healing” to relate to the mind, body and sprit connection. Therapists who do this type of work are often more interested in a holistic model where the greater whole is living in each individual. With spiritual healing,it is the birthright of each person to self-realize God as a Human Being. And every single one of us has the potential to tap into our “Inner Physician” as coined by Dr. John Upledger.

From my experience, this is a little similar to older version of faith healing. But healers these days actually study energy consciousness in a different way. Often, people will hear about the aura. That is based on a chakra system developed in the Ayurvedic model. The first level of energy at the first chakra metabolized the physical energy, and it’s development aspect is trust. The second level relates to feelings about the Self, Creativity, and Sexuality. The third is the mental field. When it is clear, we think clearly. The fourth is the heart and our relationships. The fifth deals with speaking one’s truth. The sixth is unconditional love, And the seventh is our connection to God. There are various models with different interpretations, but these are the general principals.

What I find in the best Spiritual Healing Therapists or Practitioners is a great sense of Presence. What this means is that they are self aware through their own personal work. And they also have a Higher Sense Perception of Energy Consciousness. They know how to listen to the human energy field, and they also have the tools to know how to respond to areas that clients would like to be healed. When a powerful healer is in the room, you will often feel a sense of peace and also neutrality. But mostly each healer has their own journey which brings out a unique set of qualities in which they can share with people.

Spiritual Healing

Some healers are naturally talented. Others have studied and grown. When I became interested in doing healing work, I researched schools. I knew I had something, but it had not been uncovered yet. I made a decision and decided to do 8 years of study at the Barbara Brennan School . At the time, Barbara’s book, “Hands of Light” was popular. When I read it, I found it to be relatable. And I was so excited to meet her and meet others who had like mind. So off I went for the Professional 4 years and advanced studies. It was a powerful time for me of challenges and transformation.

I am not saying that all healers have to do the same, but I know that the school helped me to move into my creativity, my successes, and into my light. But if you are interested in finding out more about spiritual healing, look up healers and call for a free 10 minute interview. I know that I offer that. Because it is important to feel a connection between you and the person you are working with. Sessions can be held locally, or long distance.

Spiritual Healing is amazing. It touches your soul.

If you are interested in doing an long distance or a session in Johnstown, please call me and we can talk.

www.craniosacraltherapistcolumbus.com

703 509-1792

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