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  • Health & Wellness
    • Finding Balance in 2021
    • A Reiki Rescue During a Pandemic
    • Ease Anxiety with these Free Yoga and Meditation Apps
    • Attract High Energy By Raising Your Vibration
    • What Should You Expect During a Reiki Session?
    • Grief and Loss of a Pet
    • How Reiki Worked for Me But Not as I Expected
    • 5 Ways to Reduce Stress and Anxiety
  • Migraines
    • Flare Magazine, Mini Issue 3 is out!
    • Flare Magazine, Issue 1 is out!
    • Healing From Within
    • Acupressure for Migraine Relief
    • My Yearlong Journey on Aimovig
    • A Little Self Care
  • Rosacea
    • A Rosacea Journey – The Beginning
    • Rosacea and its Possible Causes
  • Travel
    • Dumplings, Turnip Cakes, and Pepper Buns, Oh My!
    • Best Won Ton Noodle Soup in Taichung
    • Best Japanese / Sushi in Honolulu
    • The City of Longevity
    • Eating my Way Through Taichung
    • Nature Trips in Taiwan
    • Best Hidden Gem for Breakfast in Taichung
    • Writer retreats
  • About Me
    • Growing Up Different
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    A Reiki Rescue During a Pandemic

    May 4, 2020 / No Comments

    Today I have a piece up on P.S. I Love You on my new rescue pup, Zoe. It’s a thank you to her for saving me from what could have been a dark and scary time. I know we’re all suffering from anxiety and fear of the unknown right now. Perhaps we’re angry with what’s happening to our communities and our lives. Yet it’s important to take a moment and appreciate what you have right now. To listen to what the universe is trying to tell you. To tap into that place of forgiveness, hope, and joy. You may find something life-changing at the end of it. Zoe did that…

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    What Should You Expect During a Reiki Session?

    January 14, 2020 / No Comments

    Have you ever wondered what a Reiki session is like? Perhaps you’re curious if it’s something for you but are unsure how to find out more information. Or perhaps you’re afraid of how your body might respond. Here are a few pointers: Do Your Research Be sure the Reiki practitioner is certified and has experience. Try to find someone with a website and testimonials. Get referrals from your local yoga teacher or acupuncturist. Donation Clinics These are a great way to test out Reiki without spending a lot of money. Most Reiki sessions can cost anywhere from $50 – $90 / hour. Donation clinics only ask that you donate what…

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Hi, I’m Sarah and I live in Southern California where I blog and plan my next trip. For my fiction, go to https://sarahmchen.com/

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