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Sometime last spring, a client made an appointment for her elementary school age daughter. The mother was concerned about social challenges her daughter was experiencing at school. Her daughter felt that she didn’t belong. Her anxiety level was high, she felt vulnerable, and her self-esteem was dropping. I had worked with each member of this family in the past. Years ago, Lisa, consulted with … [Read more...] about Timing

©2008 Sylvaine Francine Not too long ago, sometimes this past summer, I began experiencing anger. No one witnessed explosions or angry words, or any dramatic things of this sort because it was not like that. I would feel this anger rise inside me. Not a low smoldering piece of red amber that eventually takes over. No, it was simply feeling outraged, right from the start. Angry, outraged and … [Read more...] about The Gentle Dragon

Really a lot of fun to be with you all, dipped in the creative process you allowed me to bring you in. Each of you went at her and his own pace and discovered or re-discovered who you have been and really who you are! I assembled my vision board of myself pretty quickly once all the pieces were cut. Yes, the floor was a mess! Thank you Sandy for joyfully participating in it: what a great … [Read more...] about I had a blast last Saturday!

Viruses and bacteria are the natural remedy to rid us of mucous. The little beasties love sugar, sweets and dairy products. Once we have indulged on rich food during the Holidays, viruses and bacteria invite themselves in. To face the cold season, help yourself with Ayurveda, the ancient ways of India. If you have your favorite remedies that work well for you,  add the followings if you … [Read more...] about Yes, Beat Your Cold, Or Shorten It.

Sugar Sugar... That was one of my favorite songs by The Archies. Now days, sugar, in my mind and in the minds of many people equates to something else than a sweet song from 1969. You can listen to it on YouTube and it will bring back memories and it will get your blood moving. The link is below! By the end of this week, goblins, witches and ghostly creatures will be gone… to be replaced by … [Read more...] about Sugar Sugar, 1969

We look at the Holiday Season as the time to connect a little more, or a lot more, with colleagues, neighbors, friends and family. We feel the inclination to open up more to each other. We drop our walls and barriers, we visit, and we get together. We exchange gifts and goodies. We take the time to make them and prepare them in the most exquisite ways, in token of our appreciation and love for … [Read more...] about “Tis the season”