The Interplay of Silliness and Reflection
Kate Leighton Kate Leighton

The Interplay of Silliness and Reflection

Silliness is often associated with lightheartedness, spontaneity, and a degree of irrationality. Many great philosophers, from Nietzsche to Alan Watts, have hinted at the importance of not taking oneself too seriously. In the pursuit of happiness, it's easy to forget that joy can be found in the simple, seemingly senseless moments of life

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What are the benefits of a reiki sound bath?
Kate Leighton Kate Leighton

What are the benefits of a reiki sound bath?

While each person experiences a sound bath differently, there is no denying the power of the reiki/sound combo. While they each have their individual medicinal qualities, they share in providing a powerful conduit to greater balance, vitality, and inner peace through harmonizing the mind, body, and spirit.

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Navigating the Gray Area: New Pains for the Non-Professional Athlete
Kate Leighton Kate Leighton

Navigating the Gray Area: New Pains for the Non-Professional Athlete

Every athlete, whether pro or amateur, knows the discomfort of an unfamiliar pain. This gray area often plunges us into a whirlpool of questions: Is it a benign soreness? Or a harbinger of something more serious? For those without the extensive resources of professional athletes, understanding and addressing these pains can be both confusing and isolating.

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From Italy with Love: Bay Essential Oil and the Rhythms of Life
Kate Leighton Kate Leighton

From Italy with Love: Bay Essential Oil and the Rhythms of Life

Italy - a country known not just for its picturesque landscapes, but also for its rich culture and genuine warmth. My journey led me to a villa where the air was fragrant with lavender, cypress, and most notably, bay. And while I've always been a proponent of wellness, it was here that I truly began to understand the holistic bond between nature, work, and rest.

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