https://www.pathforhealing.org/about-us daily 1.0 2020-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579289446805-MIKB5M8BRKBENBBVEB0Q/sisters.jpg About Us https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1578023716655-SM5C6B353DBYRVE2685V/FullSizeRender.jpeg About Us https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579044581401-8EK7A92MLEHQPC4T8MFG/LunadaBay.jpg About Us https://www.pathforhealing.org/quote daily 0.75 2020-01-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56e049e08a65e26059119cd5/1462307270587-FP4LH74IUETV5IM696NX/img-02.jpg Quote https://www.pathforhealing.org/healing-herbs daily 0.75 2020-02-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579297639977-DLCX0IH9MSRN1R8SHCCT/herbs-1323743.jpg Healing Herbs Demulcent Aid: Marshmallow, Slippery Elm, Fenugreek, Licorice These anti-inflammatory and potent healing herbs protect irritated tissues, the digestive tract, stomach pain, eases respiratory issues, and boosts the immune system. Demulcent Decoction - Slippery Elm + Marshmallow Root + Licorice Root + stainless steel sieve + glass jar. Mix 2 tablespoons chopped Slippery Elm bark, 2 tablespoons chopped Marshmallow root, and 1 teaspoon chopped Licorice root with 2 quarts water. Cover with lid and let sit overnight. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until mixture is reduced by half size. Let the mixture sit and cool, then strain using cheesecloth or stainless steel sieve, and funnel into a glass jar. Take 1-2 tablespoons before meals or bed for diarrhea or constipation or 1 tablespoon every 2-3 hours for leaky gut until symptoms subside. Store in refrigerator for 1 month. Diuretic Assist: Dandelion Leaf, Parsley, Hibiscus The ultimate combination of toxin eliminators. These active herbs increase kidney activity, stimulate urination, fight inflammation, regulate blood sugar levels, and cure fever and constipation. Dandelion Leaf Tea - Dried Dandelion Leaves + honey + 1 cup water. Place 1-2 teaspoons of dried, crushed dandelion leaves in a tea ball. Add 1 cup of boiling water, steep for 5-10 minutes, add honey for taste. Can be enjoyed hot or cold. Astringent: Red Sage, Agrimony, Meadowsweet, Witch Hazel These powerful herbs pull cells together to help tighten and tone tissue. Promoting wound healing, they aid in digestive tract issues like diarrhea and indigestion, as well as urinary tract issues. Herbal Facial Astringent - Fresh basil leaves + Witch Hazel + glass container. Place a handful of fresh basil leaves in a pot of water. Bring to a boil for a few minutes then remove from heat. Let it steep for 2 hours then strain the water into a glass container and add 2-4 drops of witch hazel. Stir well and store for facial application. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579297184574-9Y3W1EUB3KBWIE2XQY45/istockphoto-598931180-612x612.jpg Healing Herbs - Healing Herbal Remedies Love Potion: Mugwort, Rose, Damiana, Lavender This beautifully aromatic blend will fill your body and soul with warmness and love. Elicits vivid dream states, reduces anxiety, eases muscles and joints, and is a natural aphrodisiac. Mix all herbs together and store in an airtight container. Loose leaf tea: 1 - 3 tablespoons of dried herbs per 1 cup of water or 4 - 8 tablespoons per quart. Place herbs in tea ball or strainer. Cover with boiling water and steep for 5 - 10 minutes. Store leftover tea in refrigerator. Bath blend: 1 cup of dried herbs + 6 cups of water. Decoct by pouring cool water over the herbs. Bring water to a gentle boil, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes on low heat. Carefully strain into bath. Enjoy! Lymph Mover: Red Root, Cleavers, Echinacea This dynamic and purifying herbal blend stimulates circulation, purifies, and strengthens sluggish lymphatic systems. Cleaver + Echinacea loose leaf tea: Steep one cup of boiling water with two teaspoons of the dried herbs. Infuse for 10 minutes. Nervous System: Valerian, Lemon Balm, Skullcap, Kava This calming combination of herbs alleviates ADHD, anxiety, and tension. It supports relaxation and emotional well-being. Skullcap Tincture: 1/2 pint jar + 1/2 cup skullcap leaves + 100-proof Vodka + cheesecloth + strainer + tincture bottle. Place leaves in jar. Pour vodka over the leaves until jar is full, stir, then cap your jar. Label and date your jar as the process takes 6 weeks to decant. Keep your tincture on the counter and away from direct sunlight. During the first week, open and stir each day. During the last 5 weeks allow the tincture to sit and infuse, shaking or stirring throughout. At the 6 week mark, strain the tincture by using cheesecloth over the strainer into a bowl. Discard the leaves and pour the liquid back into the pint jar to store. Transfer some into a tincture bottle or simply take by teaspoon for immediate use. Mix dropperful of tincture or 3 teaspoons with warm water and enjoy 3-4 times a day as needed. This tincture will last for several years and can be stored in a medicine cabinet. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579297373071-XU93TD4ZEJ79ZXKJFHWM/gettyimages-537438354-612x612.jpg Healing Herbs Pain Reliever: Meadowsweet, Birch, Lavender, Chamomile An immune boosting herbal blend packed with anti-inflammatory ingredients, antioxidants, anti-spasmodic and other pain relieving properties. Mix all herbs together and store in an airtight container. Bath blend: 1 cup of dried herbs + 6 cups of water. Decoct for 30 minutes by pouring cool water over the herbs. Bring water to a gentle boil, cover, and simmer for 20-40 minutes on low heat. Carefully strain into bath. Enjoy! Loose leaf tea: 1 - 3 tablespoons of dried herbs per 1 cup of water or 4 - 8 tablespoons per quart. Place herbs in tea ball or strainer. Cover with boiling water and steep for 5 - 10 minutes. Store leftover tea in refrigerator. Relaxation: Chamomile, Lavender, Linden A sweet floral combination that reduces stress, promotes calmness, eases anxiety, and helps to heal burns and wounds. This herbal remedy also improves brain function and sleep. Mix all herbs together and store in an airtight container. Loose leaf tea: 1-2 tablespoons of dried herbs per 1 cup of water or 4 - 8 tablespoons per quart. Place herbs in tea ball or strainer. Cover with boiling water and steep for 5 - 10 minutes. Store leftover tea in refrigerator. Dreamy Dreams: Mugwort, Damiana, Verbena, Rose A spiritual and meditative herbal remedy. A psychic, lunar, and stimulating journey that promotes relaxation, reduce anger, anxiety, depression and soothes your soul. Mix all herbs together and store in an airtight container. Bath Blend: 1 cup of dried herbs + 6 cups of water. Decoct by pouring cool water over the herbs. Bring water to a gentle boil, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes on low heat. Carefully strain into bath. Enjoy! Loose leaf tea: 1 - 3 tablespoons of dried herbs per 1 cup of water or 4 - 8 tablespoons per quart. Place herbs in tea ball or strainer. Cover with boiling water and steep for 5 - 10 minutes. Store leftover tea in refrigerator. https://www.pathforhealing.org/contact-us daily 0.75 2020-01-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579048349873-PG9K5WO3SZ5E58S630SU/Capture.PNG Contact Us https://www.pathforhealing.org/giving-back-1 daily 0.75 2020-01-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579396456707-KLURVG6QOBK8RECZQZ2A/CR+hope.jpg Giving Back - CR Hope Foundation There is a classroom named after Omar! Consider contributing to this amazing organization who’s mission is to: provide free education, promote sports and fight against poverty for children and youth in developing countries. https://www.pathforhealing.org/resources-1 daily 0.75 2023-06-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579286355142-5QKZB5819742ZV2Z9K83/PVPath+%281%29.jpg Resources https://www.pathforhealing.org/healing-yoga-poses daily 0.75 2020-01-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579295688847-5RHTZSIGIQ8VSATFXG3J/IMG_4288.jpg Healing Yoga Poses - Melting Heart Pose (Anahatasana) Surrender your heavy heart to the Earth in this deeply restorative pose that stretches the entire length of your spine and releases the shoulders. From hands and knees position, allow your hips to stay up high over your knees as you walk your arms out towards the front of your mat. Stay active in your arms. Untuck your toes and melt your heart down towards the Earth to the degree that feels appropriate to you. You may be able to rest your chin or forehead on the mat. Take 4 - 6 long deep breaths here as you relax in to the shape and allow your heart to begin to soften and heal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579295783438-TPWIK61V7TE8JT8NQ1UI/IMG_4295.jpg Healing Yoga Poses - Rested Half Pigeon Pose (Ardha Rajakapotasana) Recharge your whole being with this restorative shape. Emotional energy from past trauma gets built up and stored in our hips until we learn to release and clear it from our system. From hands and knees position, draw your left knee to rest behind your left wrist and extend your right leg out long behind you pointing your toes toward the back of your mat. Gently inch the left shin towards the front of your mat finding a comfortable position to pause in. Inhale as you lengthen your spine and open your heart. On your exhale, walk your hands out in front of you and find a resting place for your head. Take several long, slow, deep breaths here as you soften down into the shape and allow it to recharge your soul. Repeat on the other side of your body as shown below. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579295893185-99D1I241ATO68H8TMUS8/IMG_4326.jpg Healing Yoga Poses - Fish Pose (Matsyasana) Enliven your spirit with this uplifting pose that gently opens your heart and throat. Begin with your legs extended strongly in front of you. Prop yourself up on your forearms, palms down, fingertips forward and begin to lean back. Your elbows will straighten and arms lengthen as you press into your palms, drawing your shoulder blades together. Allow the crown of your head to gently find the Earth lifting your chest towards the sky. Rest into this pose of openness and support for 3 - 5 deep breaths. Gently bend at the elbows pressing down into your arms as you lift your head and chest. Notice every vertebrae as you relax all the way down to your back. Close your eyes for a few moments and allow the pose to work it’s magic and enliven your spirit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579295741543-NAZFDVBSNIW2W5TGF2X6/IMG_4293.jpg Healing Yoga Poses - Child’s Pose with Shoulder Stretch (Balasana Variation) Release any burdens you’ve been carrying with you in this restorative pose. In addition to stretching your hips, thighs, ankles and back it also melts tension away from your shoulders. From hands and knees position, send your hips back to your heels and gently lower your forehead down to the mat. Interlace your fingers behind your back and slowly begin to guide your arms up towards your head pausing where you begin to feel a release. Soften and surrender into the shape allowing yourself to let go and release anything that no longer serves you. Take 3 - 5 deep inhales and long, slow exhales relaxing more with each breath. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579295828650-NZ7HANKSY5VL31U77TIN/IMG_4319.jpg Healing Yoga Poses - Reverse Plank Pose (Purvottonasana) Open your heart to new possibilities with this energizing pose. It builds strength in your arms, wrists and legs as it stretches the whole front side of your body. Sit with your legs extended in front of you and your hands several inches behind your hips with your fingers pointing forward. Inhale as you lift your hips upward pressing your hands and feet into the floor. Allow your shoulder blades to support the rise in your chest and gently allow your head to drop back. Breathe in and out as you stay lifted for 30 seconds. Then release your hips back down to the Earth on an exhale. Take a few moments to reflect and notice the shift in your energy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579394761154-2V2CMS2IMDOUZM98H1X2/IMG_4328.jpg Healing Yoga Poses - Reclining Bound Angle Pose (Supta Baddha Konasana) Connect with your true essence in this deeply restorative pose. Placing one hand on your heart and one hand on your belly facilitates the healing process between who you are and the trauma you have experienced in this lifetime. Begin with your legs outstretched in front of you and your spine upright. Bend your legs drawing your knees in towards your body. Bring your heels together and allow your knees to open. Guide your feet up towards your pelvis pausing when you feel a release and then soften your back down to the Earth beneath you. Fully relax into this pose. Stay here for 5 - 20 minutes deciding what feels right for you. Notice the rise and fall of your breath beneath your hands. Let yourself fully connect with your true, unique essence and allow yourself to embody a state of compassion, kindness, love, and acceptance. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579295802117-W20LQWM5CVQS0FL5BCCC/IMG_4297.jpg Healing Yoga Poses - Rested Half Pigeon Pose (Ardha Rajakapotasana) Recharge your whole being with this restorative shape. Emotional energy from past trauma gets built up and stored in our hips until we learn to release and clear it from our system. From hands and knees position, draw your right knee to rest behind your right wrist and extend your left leg out long behind you pointing your toes toward the back of your mat. Gently inch the right shin towards the front of your mat finding a comfortable position to pause in. Inhale as you lengthen your spine and open your heart. On your exhale, walk your hands out in front of you and find a resting place for your head. Take several long, slow, deep breaths here as you soften down into the shape and allow it to recharge your soul. Repeat on the other side of your body as shown above. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579295846076-4QM59SW0U99QB61CZP0W/IMG_4325.jpg Healing Yoga Poses - Camel Pose (Ustrasana) Strengthen the ability to process your emotions with this pose that opens the entire front side of your body and unlocks your heart to more acceptance and compassion for yourself and others. From a kneeling position your knees are hip distance apart and pressing into the Earth, your thighs are perpendicular to the Earth, your tailbone is slightly tucked. Your hands begin with your palms on your lower back and your fingers pointing downward, your toes are tucked. Elongate through your spine and press your hips forward, lift your chest towards the sky and reach your hands back to your heels when you’re ready. Allow your head and neck to relax back. Settle into the shape and breathe for 30 seconds to a minute. When you’re ready, gently come out by bringing your hands to the front of your pelvis, slowly lift the head and chest. Rest back onto your heels or in child’s pose for at least a minute. Notice the changes in your strength of being and embrace the gifts you offer the world. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579295723372-HWF61VOQKGHX9BB13F5G/IMG_4290.jpg Healing Yoga Poses - Wide Child’s Pose (Balasana ) Calm the worries of your mind in this healing restorative pose that stretches your back and releases deep tension in your hips, thighs, and ankles. From hands and knees position, open your knees wider than hip distance and sink your hips back towards your heels allowing your belly to soften down towards the Earth in between your knees. Placing your head down on the mat and resting on the spot just between your eyebrows, also known as your third eye, has a calming and soothing effect on your brain. It signals to your body that you are safe and you can rest. Take 4 - 6 deep breaths here and allow your worries to release down into the Earth. A gentle sway of your hips and forehead from side to side here provides an extra release of tension. Explore the sensations in your own body and decide what feels right for you. https://www.pathforhealing.org/healing-stones daily 0.75 2020-01-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579491947459-9EB098FFA687XP3M96Y7/crystals1.jpg Healing Stones - Healing Stones Amethyst: alleviates sadness and grief Selenite: instills deep peace Nephrite Jade Palm: calms the nervous system Red Jasper: increases emotional focus and balance https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579492523174-I0BCDWSJKZ6CUMZU4MR2/salt.jpg Healing Stones - Himalayan Salt Lamp Raises energy levels Reduces stress and promotes relaxation Improves sleep https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dcf0a8ffbb1b13c8da0caa6/1579492651276-A4K34ACGF63AWY3T98TO/candle.jpg Healing Stones - Clear Quartz Otherwise known as the Master Healer