palliative care
Inner Life Coaching
Inner Life Coaching Leading towards a life lived from the “inside out” Our eternal selves look at our life lived here in this lifetime as a journey; one without description as good or bad, happy or sad, and all the other adjectives that we attach to the experiences we have. As I’ve learned to see…
Read MoreChoices at End of Life
Choices at End of Life Unexplained consequences of choices we are asked to make When I became a family member asked to make decisions for my mother several years ago, I was stunned as I experienced the patient’s side of healthcare. I have been a registered nurse for many years, and have worked within…
Read MoreLiving Life From The Inside Out
Living Life From The Inside Out Turning inward to our soul-self takes guidance I work with clients to at all stages of their life and health, leading them inward towards their soul-self. This eternal part of each of us simply is, the place of our being. As we learn to identify with our I AM, our definition of life…
Read MoreThe Rythm of Fall
The Rythm of Fall Responding to the energy of this season It was an incredibly beautiful fall afternoon here in Door County WI yesterday. Aware that gale force winds and rain were predicted last night, I seized the chance to spend hours outdoors in our beautiful yard. Our many hostas and lilies have begun to…
Read MoreMemory
Memory Memories and their role in our life This morning I experienced a long forgotten memory. Experienced, because during my meditation time, I not only saw the image of this moment in my life, but I also felt the emotion of it too. Throughout the day, I have felt almost a flow of energy as…
Read MoreHolding Sacred Space
Holding Sacred Space Remaining present to others allows deep emotional connection In my work with those facing serious illness or transition from this world, holding my presence with the deepest love allows a connection that is transcendent. Providing unconditional love to whomever I am meeting with, and maintaining the place without ego or self, brings…
Read MoreCare Coordination
Care Coordination Reassurance for out of town family When my aging mother began to decline and require closer medical supervision, I lived many hours away. As not only a worried daughter, but also a “nurse daughter”, this distance became almost unbearable to me. I had family members that lovingly visited her, provided all the support…
Read MoreConscious Dying
Conscious Dying Planning our care as we need and want it at our end of life I learned of the passing of Wayne Dyer, a spiritual mentor and role model for myself and many others, last week. I had read about his illness, his treatment choices, and now his passing…all done in the manner that…
Read MoreDecisions, Choices, and Advocates For Our Care
Decisions, Choices, and Advocates for Our Care Even the best of care needs to be overseen to assure our wishes are honored My years as a registered nurse has proven to me the great importance that a personal advocate for anyone receiving care becomes. Our healthcare professionals, like myself, are well-intentioned but also open to their own…
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