Why Healing Elemental Arts?

Why did I choose to name this blog Healing Elemental Arts?  I find connecting to the natural elements of nature; fire, air, water and earth to be an important preservation practice.  I have always been drawn to nature's treasures...the smooth blue, green and clear sea glass on the beach, a few pine cones scattered under an evergreen tree, an agate that shines in the sun, or a a jay's feather across my path.  All of these things spark awe and remind me of my inner child that is an avid nature explorer.  I love the ocean, the forest, a warm campfire, a gentle breeze.  As I recall and honor these elements, I resource myself to be my best self, which in turn makes me the best healer I can be.  Healing is an art form.  A creative approach that requires us to develop a unique relationship through presence with one another.  What is helpful to one, may be completely askew and off for another.  Finally, I came up with this name because I like the imagery of important parts making up a whole.  We can focus on different elements of our self, we don't need to stay stuck down just one rivet of the brain, but we can also tie the elements together into healing our whole being, so we don't walk around feeling fragmented, scattered, and distracted in our lives.  Healing Elemental Arts is a dedication to all of the beautiful, complex intricacies of being human.

    



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