Have you ever wondered why one of your business programs takes off like wildfire, while another one falls flat? Why some partnerships flourish, and others fizzle? How do you get yourself and your small business aligned and “in the flow”?

The answers lie in the connections between money, marketing and spirituality. Following are the seven lessons I’ve identified in my own journey as a passion-based small business owner and coach – that I’m now pleased to share with you:

1. Know that money, marketing and spirituality all follow each other. I think of these three key areas as moving, flowing, constantly changing “balls of energy.” It’s almost like they each have their own circulating vortexes of energy. The key is to get them moving and flowing in the same direction – this is the “sweet spot” you’re aiming for. When they’re not in alignment, your energy is constricted, and you feel bottlenecked.

With spirituality, I’m talking about owning your own joy – knowing what your joy is, and how you uniquely bring it to the world. When you’re aligned on that level, that’s when you can get that marketing energetic ball rolling – you can authentically share your spirit with the world in a public way that’s packaged and branded perfectly for you. This authentic and joy-based marketing strategy is powerfully enrolling.

When it comes to the money energy ball, this is an area that seems to trip up a lot of small business owners, especially women. When we’re in a business that’s very passion-oriented, we’re excited to help our clients transform their lives or businesses. But your money energy will get constricted – until you claim the money, feel confident in charging for the transformation you provide or the value you create in bettering someone’s life. And then you want to allow the money to come in.

2. Your spirit and your small business speak to you – but are you listening? Stop and create time in your day to listen. You can do this by journaling, meditating, getting away from your computer for a mind-clearing walk – anything that allows you to think about your business from a broader perspective. What are your clients saying that they’re not really saying? What needs are unspoken? What is your business telling you about your product or service offerings?

To do your most effective listening, I strongly encourage you to use a coach or mastermind group — sometimes you’re too close to it, it’s too personal. Plus, the reasons behind your energy constriction aren’t always what you think they are! Having outside perspectives and people to ask you tough questions are invaluable in getting to the root of it.

3. Everything you do in your passion-based small business involves a spiritual exchange of energies. There are things on the visible level – like your emails, meeting a client for lunch, writing your newsletter, all of your marketing and communications. With each of these, you’re exchanging ideas, inspiration and especially energy, because your energy is attached to everything you do. The same goes for the invisible level – where even if somebody can’t see you, they can feel your vibration and intention through your written word (such as through your website or a newsletter).

Believe me, you’ll know when your message and marketing are powerfully aligned with your confidence – because everything just gets easier. The barriers seem to collapse in front of you, because you’re spiritually aligned with your purpose, your marketing is clear, and you’re open to the abundance. Now let it flow!

4. It’s a law of nature: we are here to expand. Just as nature is always changing and evolving as the seasons pass – and we ourselves are changing as our cells replenish themselves – so it goes with your business. This is especially true for entrepreneurs — you’re always at the leading edge of expansion, putting yourself out there for the world to see.

When one of my coaching clients feels that something isn’t working, I ask them to notice how they shifted to this new leading edge, and look at it again. It could be that your natural expansion needs to happen in one of these three key areas (money, marketing or spirituality). If you can identify it and clear it up, you’ll have that crystal clear, clean energy – and your clients will respond to that.

5. Be aware of the abundance around you. Tap into your gratitude on a daily basis, make a list of the signs of abundance and prosperity you see – because they are everywhere. This practice of always looking for evidence of our abundant world actually feeds your energy, helps you find that alignment.

Again, I highly recommend using a coach or mastermind group for this. As I look back over the last couple of years, I’ve seen how these resources have played a huge role in my success. They are the proverbial “mirror” you need to hold up to your life and your business, so you can see things for what they really are.

6. Dare to connect to that “knowing place” inside of you. I believe that everyone has a place that absolutely knows what you’re here to do in this world, that knows when you’re in the right place, going in the right direction. You have to dare to show up and say, “Yes, I know. I’m tired of my own story of saying I don’t deserve it. Yes, I do know.” Listen to your body. Your body talks to you. When you are in your joy, which is being on purpose, your body sends you signals: tingling, giggling, smiling, feeling your heart open, a tug in your solar plexus to move forward or holding your posture taller, are all examples. Slow down and listen to your body talk. Then, you can bring your brilliance forth into the world, to make it a better place by serving your clients well.

7. The universe likes focus & flow. In my experience, I’ve seen how everything just seems to come easier when there is a good balance between the masculine “focus” and the more feminine “flow.” (In fact, this is reflected in my company name, “Joyful Business”: joyful represents flow, and business stands for the focus we need.) When I first started out, I was really more about the joy – but what I found was that there is a place for persistence, focus, discipline and systems. Systems actually allow you to express your joy more often, with more abandon!

I recommend that you look for the one client, one program, one marketing strategy and focus, focus, focus on it – get that one thing up and going and work on making it really successful. The flow that comes from that focus will actually lead to more success!

Are your marketing, money and spirituality aligned, and moving in the same direction? What will you do today to tune in and listen to your business, and to your spirit within? What does today’s gratitude list look like for you?

 

 

-The Ghost of Periods Past-

‘-Is it just me?!’ ‘-Am I losing my mind??!’

If I had a nickel for every time I’ve been asked that question by a fellow perimenopausal / Menopausal woman at one of my seminars, or read those same anguished words in the emails we receive regularly via our Menopauserus.com Inbox– or in the routine postings found on menopausal chat sites- I’d be a very rich woman today!

No matter where I go or who I speak with, this is a recurring, fearful theme that most middle aged women suffer from and labor under.

The thought struck me not too long ago, that as women, we are so much better prepared to experience our first period than we are our LAST period.

Society in general- and our parents in particular- had alot riding on our coming of age- and our wise handling of the consequences;

Unprepared, sexually active young women can rain down a host of inconveniences upon their families: unplanned pregnancies, sexually transmitted diseases, cycles of pain and/or physical illnesses that have lasting impact.

Health classes- and in some cases, close and trusted family members, taught us about our developing bodies, while magazines bombarded us with not only fashion and makeup tips, but How To articles.

By the time we reached puberty, most of us had a reasonable handle on how the process would unfold before us and what it was technically all about.

-Sadly, that’s just not true for us today as we face the winding down of our reproductive cycle.

It’s a proven phenomenon that young girls who are taught to feel positive about the act of menstruation and the process of womanhood, seem to have fewer medical issues surrounding their cycles; less pain, less cramping, less emotional symptoms.

One has to wonder, if we as women were taught to embrace Menopause instead of viewing it as an ‘ending’ a ‘loss’ a time of ‘illness and aging’- and an ‘enemy to be conquered at all costs’- would we fare better with the process?

–I believe the answer is a resounding ‘YES!’

There are certain aspects of the Menopause journey that women seem afraid to talk about, share or even acknowledge, but it’s these very aspects that provide the deep, profound and rather mystical side to Menopause.

By ignoring these aspects, we miss a key opportunity to embrace the very essence of

Womanhood and Life itself.

Please make note that when I speak of the ‘mystical’ aspect of Menopause, I am working from this definition: ‘Having an import not apparent to the senses nor obvious to the intelligence; beyond ordinary understanding’.

That’s important to bear in mind as we proceed…

The process of Menopause- for most women- brings with it a host of strange feelings and occurrences- not of body per se…not strictly of emotions per se… and not of mental discord per se.

There is something that accompanies the Menopause process that is rather profoundly that of Spirit; a sense memory deep within most women that transports them- often when they least expect it, step by step- on an emotional review of their lives.

Without warning, memories we haven’t recalled in years will resurface- sometimes in snippets-often-times fully formed as though we were experiencing them for the first time; graphic memories from our young years: our first kiss, the feel and scent of our first boyfriend… how that first silky, slinky fabric felt against our skin…our first sexual encounter…

Aches and pains from long forgotten injuries can act up from out of nowhere at this time too… cravings we used to have and had long ago overcome now resurface…literally, voices from our past can be heard echoing in our minds…various scenes from our past can play out before our eyes- just like a scene from a movie projected on a screen…

Our mature self is brought directly into contact with the ghost of our young self once more almost as Spirit’s way of saying ‘Look. Look how far you’ve come and how very much you’ve blossomed on your Life’s journey!’

Sadly, instead of allowing this phenomenon to occur-and thus reaping the rewards, benefits and freedom that these ‘visitations’ bring with them, many women clamor to stifle them, remove themselves from them- shut them down out of fear, anguish, panic or pain.

Our Inner Self is speaking- and we should listen. She has so much to say to us…so much to reveal…

Menopause is so much more than just an inner shifting of hormones and a cessation of our reproductive fertility. It is a plateau on Life’s journey and should be treated with reverence, respect- and appreciation. It is not an ending- but is instead a beginning.

-A beginning of Life lived with wisdom, maturity- fullness and freedom.

Perhaps if we chose to change our perspective of the process just the slightest- we would no longer choose to see ourselves as ‘aging, infirm victims’ in need of medications and surgeries to ‘fix’, ‘disguise’, and ‘overcome’.

Perhaps if we chose to change our perspective of Menopause just the slightest- we would find that we are much deeper vessels than we ever realized… and from our deep internal cisterns, there is much healing water left to pour forth.

 

How To Conquer Weight loss ReluctanceFive Steps to Conquer Weight loss ReluctanceWhat is weight loss reluctance? It is best typified by the the health and fitness seeker who hangs out around the gyms, outside or even at home every morning drinking coffee and chewing the fat with other health and fitness seekers rather than getting in a productive habit of a successful weight loss program that sets you up for maximizing serious results for the earliest possible start; the health and fitness seeker who shuffles around without a proper unique program designed for them is unplanned and will not get results period. The fact is like anything else weight training and good nutritional habits for weight loss should have a path and plan for measurable results. The one who procrastinates all day long by rationalizing will not be successful and see the desired results they seek and deserve. How can we specifically apply this to conquering weight loss reluctance? As with most things , a problem honestly acknowledged is at lest half solved. If you will confront your habit of avoidance and take it on with the determination to chase it out of your daily life, this alone is much more than just the first step of a lengthy journey; instead, it is a giant leap toward your weight loss success. A leap that puts you  perhaps halfway to your goal.

 

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Learn to maker her orgasm with such intensity that her body shakes and her mind goes numb. This special skill is so powerful that you will literally make women swoon their spirits will soar and you will become a sex-god!

There are many medications that can help men get over impotence. Drugs like male pills are well known but the fact is that they can have side effects. There are some herbal remedies that not only help men get over erectile early dysfunction but also help them improve their staying power and sexual stamina without any side effects.

 

1 with the worst results of living with peripheral neuropathy and diabetic neuropathy may be the toll it takes on your existence. Living with the agony of neuropathy might be devastating. Agony in your hands, feet, legs and arms can maintain you from residing an energetic and healthy existence. So what can you do to strike back at neuropathy and gain back your independence?Live and think positively- don’t let the illness get you down, and here’s how!Get SupportRegrettably, neuropathy results a lot more than just the body, it can also effect the mind and spirit. Specialists agree that the constant pain as well as other associated neuropathy symptoms (tingling feet, numb feet) can be thoroughly discouraging to the sufferer. Ache has the capability to bring about depression, anxiety disorders along with other negative personality changes.Fortunately, there’s help, there’s hope. 1 form of powerful neuropathy remedy may be the encouragement and advice observed in help groups. Service groups have been known to help folks struggling with all kinds of life difficulties (drugs, loss, alcohol, weight issues), and people struggling with neuropathy can locate solace among others diagnosed with this ailment.

 

Breast Cancer can be treated effectively if it is detected early enough. Some 95 percent of breast cancers are discovered by the patient herself when she notices a lump. In all too many cases the discovery is made by chance and the lump may be quite large. The good news, though, is that most cities have a breast cancer treatment center.

The cure rate for breast cancer could be greatly improved if all women made a routine of monthly self-examination and then consulted a physician immediately if they found the least indication of a thickening or lump. Most such lumps are benign, but it is most important that the ones that are malignant be identified without delay. Nearly every city has a breast cancer treatment center that would provide patients of services for full diagnosis and various options of the treatment of their breast cancer.

Cancer of the breast is a leading cause of death in American women. One woman in 8 will develop this condition. The American Cancer Society and the National Cancer Institute recommend that every woman follow a prescribed method of self-examination just after the menstrual period, continuing every month after the menopause.

The procedure consists of carefully looking at and feeling the breasts, and takes only a few minutes. However, most cancers are diagnosed only after they have begun to cause symptoms, and the diagnostic method most used is the biopsy.

Currently, the American Cancer Society recommends scheduling mammography—X-ray examination that detects breast cancers too small to feel (less than 1cm)—every 2 years for women between 40 and 49 years old and yearly thereafter.

A breast cancer treatment center would provide patients for information or facts about handling breast cancer. They have support programs and services that would help patients and also their family in managing and coping with their cancer experience. Treatment opportunities like chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation therapy with corresponding medicine therapies, including healthy nutrition for patients as well as mind, body and spirit development.

 

We’ve all heard of yoga, the ancient Eastern practice has taken the Western world by storm over the last few decades and is now available in gyms, leisure centres and village halls throughout Europe, Australasia and the US. In recent years yoga therapy has also become more popular practice for a range of reasons by a range of people to benefit the mind, body and spirit. So what is yoga therapy?

Yoga therapy aims, through the practice of yoga, to treat specific areas and injuries, as well as to calm the mind. Yoga therapists are often trained in a range of topics such as kinesiology, anatomy and physiology, and use what is called the ‘science of yoga’ to aid stress and pain within the body; this includes focusing on their physical, mental, emotional and spiritual being. Techniques are taken from yoga and then tailored and applied to the client.

Factors taken into consideration when undertaking yoga therapy includes the client’s age, culture, background, specific health challenge and sometimes even religion. Techniques used can include posture and breathing, to deep relaxation and meditation and self inquiry. When many people think of yoga they think only of that physical aspect, but the practice is much more than just the downward dog and sun salutation. Yoga, at its core, is about gaining a state of spiritual insight and tranquility; this has always been the case, but often in the West only the physical aspect of the practice is focused on. Yoga is a complete lifestyle and mentality, which focuses heavily on mental and emotional wellbeing, which makes yoga therapy perfect for those who suffer from common modern health issues such as insomnia, depression, anxiety, high blood pressure and stress.

Other ailments that often bring people to yoga therapists include: back pain, neck and sciatic problems. Yoga therapy is now more commonly used by expecting mothers, as well as those recently having given birth.

In America yoga therapy teachers have used the technique to help ex-service men and women injured during service regain strength, and trunk mobility, for those who have lost limbs. It has also been used for those who have suffered brain injuries during fighting, and has proved a massive success. Not only do the attendees gain physical benefits but they are also taught important relaxation skills to help them deal with the stresses of what they have witnessed, and their emotions. Hospitals around the world are starting to take an interest in yoga therapy, and in India many hospitals already use the therapy to help treat patients. Yoga therapy can be undertaken via one-on-one sessions or in a group, depending on the wishes of the individual or the type of treatment being undertaken.

 

 

After working in the fast paced financial world for a greater part of her life, owner Norma Kerner’s job was suddenly eliminated. Norma took this as a sign from the universe to do something else with her life and she always wanted to help people. She feels yoga does this, both physically and spiritually, and with 200 hours of teacher trainings under her belt Norma’s passion for and knowledge of yoga was evident. She opened her own yoga studio in September, 2010 and now feels confident the different forms of yoga they practice and their tranquil surroundings, bring a level of contentment to their patrons.

Norma took great care in creating a space that would be a respite from the busy New York life outside. She explains, “It took us longer than expected to open because we decided to apply clay walls. It is a beautiful adobe effect. It is supposed to be good for neutralizing bad ions in the air and hence, great for yoga. We also used non-toxic paint.  We have two friends who are eco-contractors that did the work, along with me and my co-founder, Andrew Tanner. Reiko Gomez Design applied Feng Shui principles to our space. It has truly been a labor of love. Our goal was to create a serene, cozy studio, with quality teachers at reasonable prices. Most yoga classes at other studios are in the $20 range, but we charge $10 for drop-ins. I think yoga should be accessible to all.”  

YoGanesh Yoga studio offers classes for various levels from beginners to advanced, and various styles including Hatha-Vinyasa, Yoga Stretch, Power Vinyasa, Belly Dance and PowerPose classes. The instructors are highly experienced and the classes are fun, friendly and a great workout. As their website explains, “The mission of YoGanesh Yoga is to create a compassionate and loving environment for the practice of various traditions of Yoga, to achieve optimal health of the body, mind, and spirit. 

 

Our concept is to have no gimmicks, great teachers and just keep the prices cheap and affordable. YoGanesh is a serene, cozy studio in the heart of Chelsea.

 

Through community events such as potluck dinners, kirtans which are spiritual sing a-longs, and guest lecturers and workshops, we hope that you meet like-minded people, make friends, learn more about yourself and your body, and feel like you have found a home. Our intention is that through yoga, you find peace, joy, and balance in your life inside and outside of class. – Om Shanti”

 

One of the instructors is former Mr. Australia and NYC Fitness and Nutrition Coach Gennaro Ferra, who is currently at Yoganesh Yoga teaching Powerpose®.

 

Gennaro felt there was a need for this new and exciting exercise discipline, which requires one to flex and extend the muscles gracefully through space while using a combination of classic physique poses, yoga and Tai chi.

 

Gennaro has been choreographing mens and women’s physique and fitness routines for over 20 years. During this time he noticed that his clients were losing more fat and gaining greater flexibility and confidence through the Powerpose® routines he had designed for them. Powerpose® was also born out of the need to create a routine for people that was safe and could be performed anywhere with no equipment, and available to all levels and age groups.

 

Since teaching Powerose® at Yoganesh Gennaro’s class members have noticed greater muscle definition, fat loss, improvements in balance and posture, greater coordination and core strength and the ability to have fun to cool music while exercising hard. 

 

To book in for Powerpose® and find out more visit www.gennaroferra.com/powerpose

 

His new scheduled class time is starting every Saturday June 11 at 9am. The class runs for 50 minutes and is $20

 

Norma Kerner spoke to us about how her studio is already impacting clients and how regular yoga practice can be the beginning of a happier and healthier lifestyle.

 

 

 

Find your own inner peace at  www.yoganesh.com

 

When it comes to relaxing the body, mind and spirit, nothing can beat a good massage. Having one in the comfort of your own home or hotel room makes it even better! After all, who wants to get into a car and drive in traffic right after a massage?

The Rising popularity of Mobile Massage

These days getting a massage in the comfort of home is more popular than ever! Part of this is due to the fact that massage has made huge strides in terms of the overall increasing level of professionalism seen across the industry. Gone are the days when massages were practiced by those with less than stellar ethics, many whom did not even hold a massage license. Mobile massage today has evolved into a respected and valued service by discerning individuals expecting only the best massage therapists showing up at their door.

Types Of Palm Beach Massage

There are innumerable types of mobile massages available today. The first step is to determine what will work best for you. A good Massage Palm Beach service with qualified licensed therapists should be able to work with you to find a suitable therapist given your specific needs.

The different choices available in a Palm Beach Massage are usually geared towards one of two primary objectives. The first is simply for relaxation and this could also be called a Swedish massage. Relaxing the body also helps relax the mind, and this is immensely helpful in terms of overall good health. The second is when massage is geared towards helping with a specific problem or condition. Deep tissue massage is very popular for people who have very tense muscles (often in the neck, shoulders and back). Sports massage is very popular for athletes who put additional strain on the body. Other types include prenatal (or “pregnancy”) massage for those sore backs that women often experience when carrying around their unborn, lymphatic drainage to help with swelling and detox, as well as reflexology and shiatsu just to name a few.

Palm Beach Massage Services

Palm Beach is a region famed as a popular holiday destination, thanks to its sunny year round weather. Where there are sunny beaches, spas and health resorts cannot be far behind. If you plan to take a holiday in Palm Beach be sure to research your options for spa and massage services, and ensure that you contact a reliable and reputable company. A good Massage Palm Beach agency will have qualified and fully screened Licensed Massage Therapists along with flexible hours to suit your scheduling needs. A variety of convenient payment options should be available. The ideal way to determine the best Massage Palm Beach service for you is to seek reviews and speak over the phone with a representative. If it sounds like a “fly by night” operation – go with your instincts to avoid being disappointed.

Keep these tips in mind, do a little research, and enjoy the convenience and benefits of a wonderful massage at your location the next time you’re ready to treat yourself to something special!.

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