Learning To Be Seen: A Glimpse Into My Life

I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to write for VoyageSTL three times now—twice this year and once the year before. For a long time, I kept this part of me quiet, perhaps out of fear of being seen or uncertainty around how to hold my own accomplishments. Along the way, I’ve also had other published interviews, been invited onto several podcasts, and spoken to large and small groups about my journey. Each experience has been both humbling and affirming. I wanted to share this most recent interview here as a gentle reminder to myself of how far I’ve come, and as a way of honoring who I am in this moment.

Here’s the published article.


We recently had the chance to connect with Charlotte Meier and have shared our conversation below.


Hi Charlotte, thank you for taking the time to reflect back on your journey with us. I think our readers are in for a real treat. There is so much we can all learn from each other and so thank you again for opening up with us. Let’s get into it: What do the first 90 minutes of your day look like?


Recently I’ve adopted a new habit: silence and no screens for the first hour of my day. I enjoy slow mornings in my backyard with a cup of coffee or cacao, a breakfast bowl of chia seeds, granola, and fruit, joined by my pup and my partner as we watch the birds and squirrels begin their morning. I like to place my feet in the grass for grounding, and sometimes I’ll gently sway in my hammock while looking up at the morning sky. I’ve also started reading The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron and I am excited to begin writing my morning pages during this quiet time.


After my silent hour, I turn on the screens, check my office schedule, and begin preparing for the day: creating notes, setting up invoices, and responding to emails, texts, and voice messages. On the days I am not in the office, I shift my focus to other tasks such as setting up events, redesigning my website, writing on Substack, mapping out errands, planning future travels, or tending to both business and personal responsibilities. My neurodivergent mind can easily get sidetracked, so abruptly moving from one task to another is common for me. I time block my calendar and keep a task list on ToDoist to stay grounded and make sure I don’t miss important deadlines, because if it’s not listed there, it is not likely to ever get done!

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?


My name is Charlotte, and I am the founder of Alma Luna Wellness, a practice dedicated to whole-person healing. I integrate chiropractic care, acupuncture, energy, sound, and ceremony to create safe and resonant spaces for transformation. What makes my practice unique is the way I bridge science and spirit, offering pathways that honor both the intelligence of the body and the wisdom of energy medicine. Each session is an invitation to remember one’s divine wholeness, weaving together the body, mind, heart, and soul.
My path has never been linear. It was only when life unraveled through sickness, heartbreak, and the collapse of what once looked like stability that I discovered the deeper truth of healing. Each experience became a teacher, leading me to rediscover myself at various points along the way.


My childhood was marked by both financial hardship and the tender ache of my parents’ separation. I carried both quiet pain and an inner strength I could not yet name. Over time, I came to recognize this sensitivity as an empathic ability that would guide me toward a life of service and become an integral part of my practice.


At eighteen, I was diagnosed with Grave’s disease and told I was the youngest patient my doctors had ever seen with this condition. What felt like a breaking point became an initiation, teaching me resilience and guiding me to seek knowledge beyond the borders of allopathic healing. I immersed myself in the study of psychology, anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry to find answers, and my fascination with the sciences became a pathway that helped me understand the body’s intricate systems. This foundational knowledge continues to inform the grounded, integrative way I practice today.


Discovering chiropractic care and acupuncture changed my healing trajectory entirely. Witnessing true natural healing for the first time was nothing short of magical. For the first time in my life, I noticed the subtle shifts in my body, the release of built-up tension, and the way my energy seemed to regenerate from within. Something deep awakened within me. I felt called to share this magic and immediately enrolled in graduate school, eager to learn and bring these modalities to others.
Life, of course, brought other challenges alongside the blessings. In my final year of graduate school, I went through a painful divorce. I buried my grief beneath work and ambition, but unprocessed sorrow eventually turned into burnout. Through soul-guided connections, I encountered Reiki, sound healing, and the sacred medicine of cacao – all of which reminded me that healing is not just physical but also emotional, spiritual, and relational. These practices became the perfect complement to the physical modalities I had been studying, filling in the spaces that science alone could not reach.


After eighteen years of unravelling the physical, mental, and spiritual roots connected to the Grave’s disease diagnosis, I have now been in remission for the past three years. I hold deep gratitude for my past self for her courage to pursue healing and for trusting her intuition along the way.


Currently, I am deepening my studies in Biogeometric Integration (BGI), a healing philosophy developed by Dr. Sue Brown. BGI builds on the original intention of chiropractic: to release interference to the innate intelligence of the body, the organizing wisdom that regulates heartbeat, breath, and every process of life. Unlike conventional views that see subluxations only in structural terms, BGI recognizes both the physical and energetic dimensions of misalignment. Every life experience carries a tone or frequency. If that experience is integrated, it becomes part of the body’s music, enriching the complexity of who we are. When unintegrated, it is stored as dissonance, creating tension and dis-ease. This approach illuminates the geometry of how experiences are held within the body, and how precise and intentional adjustments can open pathways for release, coherence, and integration. In practice, this means that every adjustment is not just mechanical, but an opportunity to evolve. To me, BGI feels like a remembering and an acknowledgment that we are living symphonies, always capable of creative expression. It has become a powerful extension of the work I offer, bridging structural care with energetic awareness.

What makes my work unique is not just the blend of modalities but the lived journey that shaped them. Healing is not a destination, it is a lifelong remembering. My practice reflects this truth, offering spaces where others can rediscover their own light and resilience. Today, I am expanding into resonance-based pathways that allow clients to enter through the door that feels most aligned to them. Whether through bodywork, energy medicine, or ceremony, each offering is designed to create safety, connection, and the conditions for true healing to unfold.

My hope is simple: that in our work together, people feel safe enough to soften, to listen, and to meet themselves more fully.

Great, so let’s dive into your journey a bit more. What part of you has served its purpose and must now be released?


The part of me that over-identifies with struggle. For many years I carried my story of pain like an anchor, believing it gave me definition and worth. It shaped me, but it is no longer who I am. The lessons have already crystallized, and the weight no longer needs to be carried. What I release is the attachment to being “the one who endured.” In its place, I choose to embody the one who transformed, the one who listens deeply, and the one who walks in remembrance of joy.

If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?


I would tell her that she doesn’t have to carry everyone else’s pain to be worthy of love. Her softness is not a weakness but a gift that will one day become her greatest strength. I’d remind her to be gentle with herself, to trust her timing, and to know that every challenge she faces will eventually reveal a deeper layer of resilience and purpose.

Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. What do you believe is true but cannot prove?


I believe that every experience we carry—joy, grief, pain, and love—has its own frequency that lives within the body. Even though science cannot yet fully measure these frequencies, emerging research supports the idea that our bodies hold these vibrational imprints. Studies on sound therapy and vibroacoustic healing show that specific frequencies can shift nervous system activity, ease tension, and enhance overall well-being. Research into brainwave entrainment and limbic resonance suggests that our nervous systems can sync with external rhythms and the energy of others, influencing how we feel, relate, and heal. Trauma research and somatic approaches reveal that unresolved experiences remain encoded in the body, creating tension or dissonance until they are integrated. Mapping emotion in the body has further shown that people consistently feel emotions in specific regions, confirming that our lived experiences leave tangible traces within us.


I trust that every part of our story is purposeful and that even the hardest moments can be woven into a greater harmony within the body. Healing is not about erasing what has been, but about remembering our wholeness and finding coherence within the music of our lives. I feel that these emotional frequencies shape the way we move, the way we relate, and the way we heal.

Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?


I hope people say that I helped them remember their own light. That I created spaces where they felt safe enough to soften, to breathe, and to connect with the wisdom inside themselves. I hope they remember me not for my titles or achievements, but for the way I listened, for the resonance I carried, and for how deeply I believed in the beauty of the human spirit. If my story is told as one of presence, compassion, and the courage to bridge science and spirit, then I will have lived in alignment with my purpose.

My Divine Pause: What My Healing Is Teaching Me

I’ve been quiet lately — not because there’s nothing to say, but because I’m learning to speak from a different place.

On June 17th, I was in a head-on collision that caused whiplash, significant neck pain, deep seatbelt bruising, and — most devastatingly — an injury to my right hand. The very hand I’ve used to serve thousands of bodies, to adjust spines, place needles, offer Reiki, create healing sounds, and to hold sacred space in ceremony. The right hand is action-oriented. It’s the doing hand. The practitioner’s hand.

And now, it’s the one asking me to stop.

I was offered prescription medications to help manage the pain. But something inside me said no. Not out of stubbornness or pride, but because I could feel there was something in the sensation itself I needed to hear.

Because pain, as uncomfortable and inconvenient as it is, is also communication — a messenger from the body saying: stop, tend, listen. And when we listen without rushing to silence it, something remarkable begins to unfold. A deeper dialogue opens. One that speaks not only to the tissues and tendons, but to the spirit inside them.

So I’ve been sitting in sacred ceremony with the pain.

Letting it speak.
Letting it slow me.
Letting it teach me.

In my listening, I’ve been allowing my body to rest — often napping multiple times throughout the day. I’ve also increased my nutritional support with clean protein, grass-fed collagen, liposomal vitamin C, iron, and a prenatal multivitamin. In addition, I’ve started drinking more hydrogen water, using arnica gel on my bruises, sitting in reflective meditation in my backyard with ceremonial cacao, and taking gentle evening walks through my neighborhood. And of course, I’ve been receiving gentle chiropractic care and laser treatments to engage my nervous system and to help amplify the body’s natural healing cascade.

What I know is this: The aches in my muscles, the pooling of blood within the bruising, the fire of inflammation in my hand — they are not just symptoms of an injury — they’re there for protection. It’s the body’s way of creating sacred space. A biological boundary that says: “Nothing enters here. This space is for healing only. You are not meant to move forward just yet.”

And I’ve come to trust it — not just as a chiropractor, not just as a healer — but as a human being who is learning, once again, that the body knows.

Despite that trust, there’s a particular kind of heartbreak that arises when the thing you use to give is the thing that gets taken offline. As a solo practitioner, as a chiropractor (from the Greek meaning “to practice with hands”), this rupture goes far beyond the physical. 

It touches the core of my identity, my work, my daily rhythms, and my purpose. 

Pending further review for a possible scaphoid fracture, I’ve had to cancel everything — appointments, collaborations, plans. I’ve had to slow down, ask for help, and sit in the stillness. 

But the stillness isn’t empty. It’s potent. It’s revealing. And it’s uncomfortable in all the ways growth often is.


What This Pause Is Teaching Me

This isn’t just a physical injury. It’s a spiritual initiation.

I can feel it in the way my nervous system is finally exhaling.
In the way grief and gratitude are walking hand-in-hand.
In the space that’s opened up — space I didn’t even know I needed.

I’ve been guided to reflect on some tender, soul-level questions:

  • What if this moment isn’t a setback, but a redirection?
  • What if my voice, my presence, my energy — not just my hands — are just as powerful tools for healing?
  • What if the version of me that emerges from this is more aligned than ever before?

I don’t have the answers yet. But I’m sitting with the questions, day by day. Breath by breath.


On Being a Healer in Healing

There’s a pressure in our culture — especially as practitioners — to always be okay. To be the one who holds it all together. To keep showing up no matter what. 

I’ve lived that story. I’ve embodied it. I’ve prided myself on being grounded, capable, and consistently available for others.

But now I’m learning to receive.
To let myself be held.
To allow this body to unravel, rebuild, and rewrite its own wisdom.

I don’t know exactly how long I’ll be in this pause. And maybe that’s the medicine too — releasing control, letting go of timelines, and unraveling the illusion that our worth is measured by our productivity..

What I do know is that this time is sacred.

And I feel called to write from within it — not just after I’m “better,” but while I’m still in the raw, liminal space of healing. Because healing isn’t linear. It’s circular, spiraling, and profoundly humbling.


A Birthday in the Pause

July is also my birthday month — which will be a quieter milestone this year.

I won’t be celebrating with big gatherings or loud joy, but rather with reverence. With reflection. With deep breaths and slow mornings. There will be gratitude — for breath, for life, for this body that is working so hard to heal. With the soft medicine of knowing that every year we’re gifted on this Earth is a chance to listen more deeply, love more fully, and realign with what truly matters.

If you feel called to share a birthday wish, a prayer, or simply a moment of presence — I welcome it with an open heart. More than anything, I’m grateful to be here. To be healing. To be held by this community.

Here’s to another turn around the Sun — even if this one looks a little different. 🌞


An Invitation to Breathe With Me

If you are also in a season of pause, transition, grief, or transformation — I see you.

May we remember:

  • Rest is not laziness. It is listening.
  • Slowness is not weakness. It is wisdom.
  • Surrender is not giving up. It is giving in — to something deeper.

This is not the content I planned to be writing this summer. But maybe it’s the message that wants to come through. Maybe this chapter isn’t about returning to what was, but becoming something new entirely.

Thank you for being here — whether you’re a client, a friend, or simply a kindred soul walking your own sacred path. 

And a very special thank you — from the depths of my heart — to everyone who has stopped by to check on me, offered rides to my appointments, brought nourishing meals, delivered thoughtful gifts, sent words of encouragement, offered distant Reiki, or whispered a prayer on my behalf.

I feel your love. I feel your support.

Not just around me, but within me — woven into my healing.

For the first time in my life, I can truly say: I trust that I am held.

And that knowing is its own kind of medicine.


If anything in this post resonated, I’d love to hear from you in the comments. What are you learning in your own sacred pause?

With tenderness and truth (written mostly with one hand and voice-to-text),
Dr. Charlotte
🌿 Between Realms

My Awakening to Empathic Intuition

This post was inspired by Dr. Danny DeReuter, who recently shared his empathic experience in chiropractic school. Thank you for sharing your story and encouraging me to do the same.


Lately, I’ve been obsessed with The Telepathy Tapes, a podcast that explores the experiences of autistic children and the research surrounding their telepathic abilities. A client of mine recommended it, and now I can’t stop telling people about it. To be honest, my fascination with psychic phenomena has been with me since childhood so this seemed to be the perfect opportunity to share my own personal experience with extra sensory perception.

Recognizing My Sensitivity

Throughout my life, I have been tapped into an unseen energetic connection to others, though I didn’t always have the words to describe it. I recall speaking with my “imaginary” friends, having deep conversations with animals, bugs, and plants, and sensing my family’s emotions before they even expressed them. I often lucid-dreamed, exploring realms beyond the physical to seek answers to my endless questions.

For a long time, I assumed everyone experienced the world this way. But as I began to share my experiences, I noticed the strange looks and, worse, the unspoken doubt and skepticism in others’ minds. Fearing judgment, I learned to keep my experiences to myself. This suppression of my true nature eventually manifested physically, culminating in Graves’ disease, a thyroid autoimmune condition, during my senior year of high school.

At the time, I didn’t understand that my heightened sensitivity was part of being an empath. Unlike HSPs, who feel deeply but may not absorb others’ emotions, empaths take on the energy and emotions of those around them—sometimes to the point of physical exhaustion. Without this awareness, I spent years searching for external solutions to my inner struggles.

A Journey Back to Myself

Looking back, I now understand how throat chakra imbalances arise when we silence our truth. But back then, I spent ten years searching for a solution outside myself. I tried medication, radioactive iodine treatments, every fad diet imaginable, rigorous exercise programs, and even trained for a half-marathon, hoping that crossing the finish line would somehow miraculously heal me. Yet nothing worked. I had lost faith in conventional medicine and began questioning everything I had been taught. Then, as if by divine intervention, the universe redirected me.

My attempts to run long distances with an imbalanced physical structure led to excruciating foot pain. This sent me down a YouTube rabbit hole, searching for natural pain relief. After watching countless chiropractic adjustments, I scheduled my first appointment. Hobbling in, I wasn’t sure what to expect. If it didn’t help, I figured I’d revert to traditional pain medication, a foot brace, and rest.

I never truly believed in miracles—until that day. I walked out of my first adjustment feeling as though I had just met God. A fire had been reignited within me and my inner light had been turned back on. Not only did my foot pain start to resolve, but I also noticed subtle yet profound shifts: increased energy, deeper sleep, clearer skin, greater strength, and even a reduction in PMS and menstrual pain. My body was realigning with my spirit, yet my mind still craved understanding. I heard the whisper of my intuition and followed it all the way to chiropractic school.

The Overwhelm of an Empath in a Chaotic World

The more I studied, the more I trusted the body’s innate wisdom. And as I deepened that trust, my empathic nature—dormant for over 20 years—began reawakening. Suddenly, sitting in class became overwhelming. The collective anxiety of my classmates weighed on me, making it impossible to focus. One day, desperate for relief, I sought refuge in the farthest corner of the room. A professor noticed and asked if I was okay. I burst into tears and confessed, “I know this might sound crazy, but I can feel everyone’s anxiety, and I can’t take it anymore.” He nodded knowingly and said, “Oh, you’re an empath. Nothing to worry about. You’ll learn how to find your center in time.”

It was the first time I had ever heard the term—or at least, the first time I had truly acknowledged it. More importantly, it was the first time I felt seen. I must have looked like a deer in headlights as I sat there in shock.

As I came to understand with time, many empaths go through life absorbing the emotions and energy of those around them without realizing it. We can walk into a room and instantly sense tension, sadness, or joy—not just observing it, but feeling it as if it were our own. We notice subtle shifts in tone, facial expressions, and even energy. While this sensitivity is a gift, it can also be exhausting if we don’t learn how to manage it.

Illness as a Disconnection Between Body, Mind & Spirit

As I progressed through my studies, I began to see illness from a new perspective:

What if every disease, every diagnosis, is simply a disconnect between the body, mind, and spirit?

I was drawn to the “unconventional” extracurricular studies that my colleagues often overlooked. Applied Kinesiology and Acupuncture opened the gateway into a deeper understanding of the body’s energetic and physiological connections. Through Applied Kinesiology, I was introduced to manual muscle testing, surrogate muscle testing, acupressure points, the chakra system, and the intricate relationship between the nervous system, muscle function, and organ function. Acupuncture further deepened my awareness to the flow of Qi, the meridian system, the principles of yin and yang, and the profound wisdom of the Five Element Theory—an ancient framework that links emotions, organs, and seasonal cycles to overall well-being.

Additionally, chiropractic philosophy emphasized the body’s innate ability to heal itself when interference in the nervous system is removed. This holistic perspective resonated deeply with me, reinforcing the idea that structural alignment, energy flow, and overall wellness are interconnected. The fusion of Applied Kinesiology, Acupuncture, and Chiropractic principles revealed a fascinating bridge between Western and Eastern approaches to health, sparking my passion for integrative healing.

As my awareness expanded, so did my ability to tap into others’ energy. I could not only sense emotions—I could now also feel their physical ailments within my own body. At first, I thought I was falling apart until I noticed a pattern: their pain would fade from my body after our session—or at least as soon as I could recognize the pain was not mine!

One of my most profound experiences came while working as an independent contractor at a chiropractic office. I was at our second location when I received a call about a new patient, but no details were given. Suddenly, I found it difficult to breathe. I thought I was having a panic attack—until I saw a woman walking in, connected to an oxygen tank. She had COPD. The moment I saw her, my breath returned to normal. That day, I realized I could pick up on how people were feeling the moment they set the intention to enter my space, even before they stepped foot in my office.

Without guidance, I was still an infant in understanding my gift. I didn’t realize I was absorbing and transmuting others’ pain, unknowingly taking on what wasn’t mine to carry. This, of course, is not ideal. It robs people of their own journey, their process, and their lessons. Eventually, I hit my breaking point. Burnout loomed, and in my desperation, I prayed for guidance. The universe answered—leading me to Reiki.

For the first time, I felt validated. Reiki taught me how to channel energy rather than absorb it, transforming my abilities into tools for empowerment rather than burdens to bear. As I continued to learn about energy and what it means to be empathic, I began to fully embrace my identity as an empath.

Embracing Life as an Empath

In my experience, embracing life as an empath is about understanding your unique gifts, setting boundaries, and cultivating self-care practices that support your emotional and energetic well-being. Here are some key concepts I’ve picked up along the way to help myself thrive:

  1. Recognize Your Sensitivity as a Gift
    • Your ability to feel deeply is a strength, not a weakness.
  2. Create Energetic and Emotional Boundaries
    • Practice shielding techniques to protect your energy.
    • Learn to say no and limit exposure to negativity.
  3. Prioritize Rest and Recharging
    • Engage in meditation, nature walks, and grounding activities.
    • Ensure quality sleep to process emotions and energy.
  4. Develop Grounding Techniques
    • Walk barefoot on the earth or use grounding stones like black tourmaline.
    • Utilize sound healing to help recalibrate your innate vibration.
  5. Surround Yourself with Understanding People
    • Seek community with other empaths or healers.
  6. Honor Your Intuition
    • Trust your gut feelings and explore intuitive practices like Reiki or other energy healing modalities.
  7. Release the Need for External Validation
    • Your experiences are valid, even if others don’t fully understand them.

I often think of the autistic clients I see in my office and wonder if they feel as I did the day I rediscovered my empathic nature—overwhelmed by an influx of information without a way to process it. When we don’t understand what’s happening, it can feel extremely dysregulating. But when we do understand, we can transform our sensitivity into our greatest strength. After listening to The Telepathy Tapes, I finally understand why my clients on the spectrum always seem so comfortable around me.

Empaths are not broken (just as autistic individuals are not broken)! We are conduits of healing, intuition, and deep connection. The key is learning how to navigate this gift with awareness, intention, and self-care. Everyone has access to this ability—it’s a part of your divine nature, waiting to be embraced. I’m here to help guide. Don’t hesitate to reach out.

Sacred Practices Misunderstood: Exploring the Origins, Intentions, and Common Ground in Spiritual Healing

This post may be triggering for some, and it is certainly one of my more controversial topics, but I felt called to share to help open the conversation for deeper understanding.

Recently, I’ve come across posts in various social media groups (which will remain unnamed) where commenters of a particular religious sect have been labeling certain spiritual practices as demonic. These include practices I hold dear, such as applied kinesiology, acupuncture, Reiki, yoga, and even the use of sage to cleanse a space—just to name a few. I can almost hear my Indigenous Mexican-American ancestors rolling in their graves at the notion of sage being labeled as demonic!

I suspect these commenters are unaware of the origins of these spiritual practices and that their beliefs are rooted in fear of the unknown. Each time I encounter such posts, I struggle with whether to respond. Most often, I choose silence and move on. However, if you believe—as I do—that physical illnesses often stem from mental, emotional, and spiritual imbalances, then this current sore throat and fever of mine seem to be asking me to speak my truth.

Let me begin by saying that I grew up Catholic. I attended Catholic school until the 9th grade and participated in many Bible studies and retreats. However, the practice of Catholicism never resonated with my soul, especially as I became aware of systemic issues within the Church, like the abuse of children by priests. That personal journey is a story for another day, but it does inform my perspective. I should also mention that I have guided and taught many deeply religious individuals through these practices, helping them discover the profound common ground that connects spirituality and faith. These experiences have shown me that, at their core, practices like prayer, meditation, and healing share the same intention: to align with divine love, seek peace, and foster connection with the Creator. By exploring these shared principles, many have deepened their faith and found a greater appreciation for the universal truths that transcend cultural and spiritual boundaries.

My partner explained it best: “Every religion and spiritual practice is like a raft that is designed to support you on the journey toward love, compassion, and acceptance, but sometimes we judge someone else’s journey, and that leaves us spinning around in circles in the middle of the ocean unable to reach what we initially set out to find.”

Labeling something as “demonic”, “evil”, or “wrong”, without understanding its origins, purpose, or intention shuts the door to curiosity and connection. Instead of approaching these practices with an open heart and mind, such judgments breed shame—not only toward the practices but also toward those who find meaning in them. Many of these practices are Indigenous, deeply rooted in specific cultures, and intended to be shared with those who align with their teachings.

In the spirit of clarity and unity, here’s a brief overview of the origins, purposes, and intentions of the practices I mentioned:

  1. Applied Kinesiology
    • Origins: Applied Kinesiology (AK) was developed in 1964 by Dr. George Goodheart, a chiropractor who combined chiropractic techniques with principles from Traditional Chinese Medicine, physical therapy, biomechanics, and nutrition. He sought to understand how muscle strength and imbalances could reflect the body’s overall health.
    • Purpose: This practice uses manual muscle testing to identify physical, chemical, and emotional imbalances, aiming to bring the body into harmony by addressing underlying stressors.
    • Intention and Protection: When approached with the intention of love and the highest good for the individual, AK becomes a powerful tool for healing. The practitioner acts as a neutral channel, and their focused intention ensures that the energy exchanged is pure and beneficial, eliminating any possibility of negative or demonic influence.
  2. Acupuncture
    • Origins: Acupuncture is a cornerstone of TCM, with roots dating back more than 3,000 years. It is based on the concept of qi (pronounced “chee”), the vital energy that flows through the body along specific pathways called meridians.
    • Purpose: By stimulating specific points on the body, acupuncture restores balance, promotes healing, and aligns the physical and energetic bodies.
    • Intention and Protection: Acupuncture is traditionally grounded in the principles of balance and harmony, with practitioners trained to work with the body’s natural energy for the client’s highest good. When performed with the loving intention of promoting health and wholeness, there is no space for negative energies to enter.
  3. Reiki
    • Origins: Reiki originated in Japan in the early 20th century. Its founder, Mikao Usui, developed this system of energy healing based on ancient practices and his own spiritual insights. Reiki translates to “universal life energy” (rei meaning universal and ki meaning life force energy).
    • Purpose: Reiki channels universal life energy through the practitioner to the recipient, addressing imbalances and promoting relaxation, healing, and spiritual growth.
    • Intention and Protection: Reiki practitioners are taught to set a clear intention to channel energy only for the highest good of all involved. This intention ensures that the practice remains a sacred exchange of healing energy, free of interference from any lower or negative forces. Reiki energy itself is inherently pure and cannot be misused.
  4. Yoga
    • Origins: Yoga is an ancient practice originating in India over 5,000 years ago. Rooted in Vedic traditions, it integrates physical postures, breath control, meditation, and ethical principles. The word yoga means “to unite” or “to join.”
    • Purpose: Yoga fosters a union of body, mind, and spirit, promoting self-awareness, inner peace, and spiritual connection.
    • Intention and Protection: Yoga’s very essence is about aligning with higher consciousness and divine love. By dedicating one’s practice to love, growth, and the highest good, practitioners create a spiritually safe environment. This sacred intention ensures that yoga becomes a path of light and connection, not fear or negativity.
  5. Sage Cleansing (Smudging)
    • Origins: Smudging has been practiced by Indigenous cultures for centuries, particularly in North America. Burning sage, especially white sage, is a sacred ritual used for purification, healing, and spiritual clarity.
    • Purpose: The act of smudging clears negative energies and invites protection, peace, and positivity into a space or individual’s energy field.
    • Intention and Protection: Smudging is inherently a practice of light and love. Setting a clear intention, such as “May this space be cleansed and filled with divine love and peace,” amplifies its positive effects and protects against any negative influences. The smoke is a conduit for releasing negativity and invoking blessings, ensuring the ritual is a spiritually safe practice.

The Power of Intention

Across all these practices, intention is the key to their purity and effectiveness. When one engages in these traditions with a heart full of love, a mind aligned with the highest good, and a spirit grounded in compassion, the energy surrounding them becomes a protective shield. Negative forces cannot thrive in an atmosphere of love and divine alignment.

By focusing on love, healing, and unity, these practices transcend cultural or spiritual misunderstandings, connecting us to universal truths and uplifting all who participate. Let them serve as reminders that light always overcomes darkness when approached with clear and loving intention.

For anyone who is uncertain about the power of intention, I invite you to read on.

The power of intention, from a quantum physics perspective, revolves around the idea that consciousness and focused thought can influence energy and matter. Quantum physics, the study of the smallest particles in the universe, reveals that reality at its core is not fixed but exists as a field of infinite possibilities, and conscious observation plays a role in shaping outcomes. Here’s how this relates to the power of intention:


1. The Observer Effect

In quantum mechanics, the observer effect demonstrates that the act of observing a particle can influence its behavior. For example, in the famous double-slit experiment, particles like electrons behave differently depending on whether they are being observed. When unobserved, they act as waves, existing in multiple states simultaneously (superposition). When observed, they collapse into a single state, behaving like particles.

Just as observation influences the outcome of a quantum system, our focused thoughts and intentions can influence energy fields around us. This suggests that our consciousness interacts with the quantum field, shaping reality in alignment with our thoughts and intentions.


2. Energy and Vibrations

Quantum physics reveals that everything in the universe, at its most fundamental level, is energy vibrating at specific frequencies. Thoughts, emotions, and intentions are forms of energy that emit vibrations. Positive, love-based intentions resonate at higher frequencies, while fear-based or negative intentions resonate at lower frequencies.

When you set an intention with love and for the highest good, you align your energy with higher vibrational frequencies. These frequencies harmonize with the quantum field, amplifying the likelihood of manifesting positive outcomes. This principle aligns with practices like those mentioned above, where clear and loving intentions are key to their effectiveness.


3. Quantum Entanglement

Quantum entanglement describes how particles that have interacted become interconnected, so much so that a change in one particle instantaneously affects the other, regardless of distance. This principle suggests that everything in the universe is interconnected at a fundamental level.

When you set an intention, you are not acting in isolation. Your thoughts and energy can influence not only your immediate surroundings but also people, events, and environments far removed from you. This interconnectedness underscores the power of intentions set with love and unity, as they ripple through the quantum field to affect the collective consciousness.


4. Collapsing Possibilities into Reality

The quantum field exists as a realm of potential, where all possibilities coexist until one is actualized through observation or interaction. Setting an intention is akin to choosing a specific outcome from the field of infinite possibilities. Your focused thought acts as a signal, collapsing the wave of potential into a tangible reality.

When you focus on a loving, clear intention, you are essentially programming the quantum field to align with that outcome. The clearer and more heartfelt the intention, the stronger the signal you send, increasing the likelihood of manifesting the desired result.


5. Coherence and Resonance

Heart-centered intentions, such as those based in love, gratitude, and compassion, create coherence in the body’s electromagnetic field, as shown by studies from institutions like the HeartMath Institute. This coherence enhances your ability to influence your surroundings and the quantum field.

When you approach practices like those described above with a coherent and loving intention, your energy becomes more ordered and powerful. This amplifies the practice’s effects, creating a protective and healing environment free from negative or chaotic influences.


Try it for yourself!

  • Set Clear Intentions: Define your intention with clarity and focus. For example, “May this space be filled with peace, love, and healing energy.”
  • Use Emotion as a Catalyst: Emotion amplifies intention. Feeling gratitude, love, or compassion while setting an intention strengthens the energy you emit.
  • Trust the Process: Once an intention is set, trust that the quantum field is aligning with your energy. Release fear or doubt, as these can interfere with the coherence of your intention.

Is it true that not everyone operates with good intentions? Unfortunately, yes. This is where discernment becomes essential. Discernment is the ability to perceive and evaluate the energy, motives, and authenticity of a situation, practice, or person. It requires us to tune into our inner wisdom, guided by both logic and spiritual intuition, to assess whether something aligns with love, truth, and the divine good.

To cultivate discernment, start by grounding yourself in prayer, meditation, or reflective practices that center you in love and truth. Observe how the energy of a situation feels—does it inspire peace, compassion, and growth, or does it bring fear, division, or harm? Trust your instincts, but also seek wise counsel from trusted spiritual mentors or sacred texts. By developing discernment, we protect ourselves from negative influences and ensure that our actions and practices contribute to the light and not the shadows.

Ultimately, discernment empowers us to navigate the world with clarity, ensuring that we engage with intentions and energies that uplift and align with the highest good.

For those who still view these practices as ‘demonic,’ I lovingly invite you to take a moment to reflect and pray about it. Ask yourself: Why do these practices provoke discomfort or unease within me? Could it be that I am limiting my perspective because they don’t align with my personal belief system? Am I judging the whole based on a single negative experience? Have I closed my heart to the possibility of embracing that which I might not fully understand?

At their core, aren’t love, compassion, and unity the foundation of all religions, faiths, and spiritual practices? By approaching these questions with an open heart and a willingness to seek understanding, you may uncover the shared threads of love and truth that connect us all.

Rather than resisting discomfort, approach it with childlike curiosity. The spiritual practice of ‘facing your demons’ isn’t about rejection or denial but about integration—discovering the unifying thread of love that flows through all things. May we learn to hold space with compassion and respect for those whose paths differ from our own, embracing diversity as a reflection of the infinite ways love can manifest.


P.S. For anyone interested to know, my sore throat dissipated and my fever finally broke after writing this post. 😉

Understanding the Universal Truth of Chiropractic

Chiropractic care goes beyond just physical alignment—it is a profound journey of reconnecting the body, mind, and spirit. At its core, chiropractic philosophy is deeply spiritual, embracing the idea that there is a Universal Intelligence guiding all life. This intelligence flows through every cell, every organ, and every system in our bodies. The 33 principles of chiropractic, as outlined by Dr. Ralph W. Stephenson, help us understand this spiritual connection and how the body’s natural healing abilities can flourish when we are in alignment.

Let us take this journey together, exploring these principles in a way that not only heals our physical bodies but also nourishes our spirit.

1. The Divine Intelligence Within

All matter in the universe is infused with a Divine Intelligence—a Universal Wisdom that governs everything. From the stars to the cells in our bodies, this intelligence is the force that sustains life.

2. The Expression of Life

Life is the outward expression of this Divine Intelligence through matter. Our very existence is proof of this life force. In chiropractic care, we seek to remove any barriers that block the free flow of this life-giving energy.

3. Life is a Union

True life is the union of intelligence and matter. When these two elements come together, life is created. This union is sacred and serves as the foundation for healing and well-being.

4. The Triune of Life

Life is a delicate balance of three essential components: Intelligence, Force, and Matter. Together, they form the foundation of our existence. When they are in harmony, health follows.

5. Perfect Harmony, Perfect Life

To experience 100% of life, all parts of the Triune must be in perfect balance. Chiropractic care seeks to restore this balance, allowing us to experience life in its fullest, most vibrant form.

6. The Gift of Time

Healing is a process that requires time. There is no rushing the natural rhythms of life, just as there is no rushing the healing process. Trust in the flow of time, for it is part of the Divine plan.

7. Fullness of Intelligence

The intelligence within you is always complete—100%—and perfectly suited to your body’s needs. It is a source of wisdom that knows exactly what your body requires for healing and balance.

8. The Power to Create

This intelligence has the power to create the forces that govern your body. It is the creative energy that drives all healing processes.

9. Infinite Power

The force that this intelligence creates is always at full strength, always giving your body exactly what it needs to heal and thrive.

10. The Connection of Force and Matter

Force exists to unite intelligence and matter, bringing them together in perfect harmony. When your spine is aligned, this force flows effortlessly, creating a bridge between your body and the Divine.

11. Universal Forces

The forces of the universe—like gravity and light—are unswerving. They follow the laws of nature and act without concern for the individual structures they affect. Chiropractic care helps our bodies adapt to these forces.

12. Overcoming Interference

Sometimes, the flow of Universal Intelligence can be disrupted. When this happens, it affects the body’s ability to function and heal. Chiropractic care seeks to remove these interferences, allowing healing energy to flow freely again.

13. The Purpose of Matter

Matter exists to express the force of intelligence. Your body, in all its complexity, exists to house and express this Divine life force. Chiropractic adjustments help ensure that matter is aligned to serve its purpose.

14. Universal Life

There is life in all matter. Every living thing is infused with intelligence, constantly in motion and vibrating with life force. You are connected to this universal energy in every moment.

15. The Motion of Life

All motion, all activity within your body, is driven by force. Without force, there can be no life. Chiropractic care restores proper motion, ensuring that life flows freely within you.

16. Intelligence in All Matter

Whether organic or inorganic, intelligence flows through all things. From the rocks beneath our feet to the neurons in our brains, everything is part of the same interconnected web of life.

17. Cause and Effect

Every effect has a cause, and every cause creates an effect. When we experience discomfort or illness, there is always a root cause. Chiropractic care seeks to uncover and correct these causes.

18. Evidence of Life

The signs of life—movement, adaptation, growth—are evidence of the intelligence within us. Chiropractic helps enhance this expression, allowing us to live more fully and vibrantly.

19. Organized Matter

The body is a masterpiece of organized matter, designed with precision and purpose. Chiropractic care honors this design by helping the body stay organized and aligned.

20. The Innate Intelligence

Within each of us is an innate intelligence, a part of the Universal Wisdom that knows exactly what the body needs. This intelligence guides every process, from healing to growth.

21. The Mission of Innate Intelligence

The mission of your innate intelligence is to keep your body in active organization, maintaining health and balance. It is always working to ensure your highest good.

22. Complete Intelligence

There is always 100% of innate intelligence within you, perfectly aligned with your body’s needs. This intelligence is your body’s greatest healer.

23. Adapting to the World

Your innate intelligence is constantly adapting universal forces for your body’s use. Chiropractic care ensures that this adaptation happens smoothly and efficiently.

24. The Limits of Adaptation

Though your body is wise, it has limits. Chiropractic care helps you work within these limits, maintaining balance without overwhelming the body.

25. Healing, Not Harm

The forces of innate intelligence are always constructive, never destructive. They are here to heal, guide, and protect your body, mind, and spirit.

26. Balance of Universal and Innate Forces

While universal forces can be destructive, the forces of innate intelligence are always healing. Chiropractic care helps balance these forces, ensuring that the body is supported in its natural healing processes.

27. Innate Perfection

Your innate intelligence is always perfect. It is the expression of Divine Wisdom within you, and it functions without flaw. Chiropractic care ensures that this perfection is fully expressed.

28. The Nervous System as a Conduit

Your nervous system is the channel through which innate intelligence flows. Chiropractic adjustments keep this channel clear, allowing the wisdom of the universe to guide your body.

29. Removing Interference

When interference occurs in your nervous system, it can block the flow of innate intelligence. Chiropractic care removes this interference, restoring the body’s natural healing ability.

30. The Cause of Dis-ease

Dis-ease arises when there is interference with the flow of innate intelligence. Chiropractic care corrects this interference, allowing the body to return to a state of ease and health.

31. Subluxations and Their Role

Subluxations—misalignments in the spine—are the primary cause of interference in the body’s communication systems. By correcting these subluxations, chiropractic care restores harmony and flow.

32. Harmonious Coordination

True health is found in the harmonious coordination of all parts of the body. Chiropractic care helps ensure that all systems work together in perfect alignment, supporting your overall well-being.

33. The Divine Exchange

Just as in life, the body operates on the principle of demand and supply. Your brain is the center of this exchange, sending out what is needed and receiving what is required. Chiropractic care helps ensure that this divine exchange flows freely, supporting every aspect of your being.


These 33 principles remind us that our bodies are not just physical structures but sacred vessels of life, guided by the wisdom of the universe. Chiropractic care is not merely about fixing back pain; it’s about restoring the natural flow of intelligence, force, and matter. It’s about bringing us into alignment with the Universal Intelligence that sustains all life. It’s about reconnecting the physical with the spiritual. When we are aligned, we heal. When we are in harmony, we thrive. When we open ourselves to the Divine wisdom within, we become whole again.

May this journey of alignment and healing bring you closer to the perfection that is already within you.