​The night my son nearly died, an unexpected tranquility overtook me, giving me grace and a steely resolve. Over time, his sensitivity to tree nuts, notably peanuts, macadamia nuts, and hazelnuts, had grown. Initially controlled with only Benadryl and antihistamines. A year ago, a gut feeling compelled me to insist on an EpiPen, which initially proved challenging to obtain on our island as EpiPens were unavailable for months.

What if I tell you that resistless transitions to welcome change and easeful contractions and expansions await you this year, just like it does for me?

​Amid my fourth pregnancy, I set out on a life-altering journey that centered on honoring the sacredness, beauty, and divinity interwoven throughout the process of getting ready for the birth of my child and the rekindling with motherhood. I let go of my attachment to the end goal of holding my healthy newborn boy, Zion, in my arms and instead focused on the profound journey of nurturing myself from within.

However, even within the holistic health communities within my profession, I needed help locating a circle or facilitator capable of holding a Blessing's Way Ceremony. ​I "remembered" that I lifetimes ago facilitated such a journey and I was called to facilitate this for myself and demonstrated the need to revive this ancient practice. I invited members of my online sister circle from Seasons of Womanhood and close friends to a spiritual ceremony in the serene garden of my Seasonal Health Apothecary.

Like the ancient Egyptian birth house known as a "Mammisi," this tranquil garden provided a haven amidst the urban bustle of Hoboken, NJ. Similarly to the ancient Egyptian temple grounds, it was guarded by the Birch tree, over a century old and full of wisdom. It was a place where I regularly hosted healing circles, sound meditations, moon rituals, and other events for women.

​I felt a kinship with the ancient Egyptians on that brisk autumn afternoon when the sun hung low on the horizon. The leaves let some of the soft heat in, and with it came the voices of the shared spirits that bind us all.

Invoking the ancient Egyptians' devotion to the ceremony, I rang in our circle with a resonant gong strike that recalled the bells at Isis's temples. After that, I did a purification ritual reminiscent of ancient Egyptian rites of passage by encircling each woman with the smudge and sacred incence.

​With the aid this rose quartz crystal bowl, we were led through a toning that spoke to our innermost thoughts, feelings, and yearnings. With the energies of the fiery Aries full moon, our hearts were filled with love, and our hands were ready to serve.

The silver beads on the ocean drum, representing crashing waves, rang out as the ceremony ended, urging us to imagine and experience our beloved beaches with the same awe the ancient Egyptians felt for the Nile. As the sun caressed our skin, our senses became one with the outdoors.

​The cool paint on my warm skin transported me back to childhood memories of the earthy scent of African afternoon showers. I looked around at the group of women and saw the appreciation and happiness reflected in their faces. It was a recognition of the spiritual significance of the food they were eating in communion at that very moment.

Like the ancient Egyptians who looked to divination for answers, each woman chose an affirmation card to read. As each person in the circle read aloud from their selected card, we were all amazed at their unique insights and perspectives.

​The gospel hymn that Rev. Venida Rodman Jenkins blessed us with was evocative of the peaceful harmonies that echoed throughout the ancient Egyptian temples. A worldwide prayer followed in which she prayed for my health during labor and for the safe arrival of Baby Zion into the world. These blessings found grounding at my feet as Rev. Venida anointed them with holy water from a sacred site in Israel.

Inspired by the uplifting song, my sister Andi serenaded us with a classic Italian love ballad, evoking the timeless power of music to stir emotions and foster connections.

​We partook in delectable homemade dishes while my sisters collaboratively fashioned a symbolic umbilical cord. This act embodied the ancient Egyptian reverence for the bonds of family and community, uniting us in a gesture of love and nurturing—between myself and Zion and between myself and the divine mother, entwining us all within the tapestry of motherhood.

That afternoon's artistic expressions found a home on my birth altar. This sacred space, like the ancient Egyptian temples adorned with offerings and symbols of fertility, was now complete. A ceramic statue of Sheela-Na-Gig, crafted by my second cousin Melien, stood tall, symbolizing fertility and the eternal cycles of life. ​

In alignment with these ancient practices, I ignited a fire to witness the full moonrise in Aries, harnessing her fiery energy as a beacon for my impending transition yet again into another motherhood journey. The circle of support surrounding me echoed the communal spirit celebrated.

With its feet in the sands of antiquity and the quest for enlightenment, Egypt has always been a magnet for adventurers, historians, and the spiritually curious. This region of ancient civilization, with its famous pyramids and majestic monuments, also conceals a secret beyond the physical: the healing power of Egypt.

Egypt has been a destination for pilgrims seeking solace and enlightenment since ancient times. The ancient Egyptians acknowledged the vital force permeating the universe and all living things' interdependence. This view sparked the development of innovative treatment modalities that took inspiration from all corners of life and the natural world.

​As a devoted Christian on this journey, I refrained from partaking in many of the (universal) spiritual practices and circles offered on this pilgrimage. However, I witnessed such beauty as my fellow travelers went through their own rebirth. The Egyptian temples were more than just impressive buildings; they were also places of salvation and enlightenment. These temples honored gods and goddesses linked with health and wellness, including Sekhmet, the lioness goddess of life and vitality. The sick, the downtrodden, and the spiritually unbalanced would go to these temples for treatment. Temples were places of worship where priests and priestesses performed rituals, sang healing incantations, and administered herbal medicines, connecting the human world with the divine. 

​The Nile River was essential to ancient Egyptian medicine since it was considered the country's "bloodline" Its banks were rich with plants and herbs utilized in alternative medicine and homeopathy. The ancient Egyptians held that a dip in the Nile could heal physical ailments and elevate the spirit.

Her opening and closing circles, playing her crystal bawls, left me feeling honored that I could witness her fantastic talent.  ​

Although the sands of time have changed, ancient Egyptian healing practices are still influential today. Egypt's healing tradition echoes in many contemporary wellness practices, from crystal healing and aromatherapy to energy work and mindfulness meditation.

Working with Dr. Kathia and learning from her daily has been a blessing. Her love for Egypt, knowledge of everything related to wellness, and unconventional way of doing things are mind-blowing. Going on a Pilgrimage to Egypt is a must, regardless of your faith; there is something to discover that was called just for you to witness. It might be in the circles and sound meditation or, like me, as a Christian, loving my neighbor and holding space for them.

Birthing Power: Nurturing the Soul: 
Dr. Kathia and Siddhartha are on a voyage of self-discovery as they explore the concept of birthing power. Explore the ancient Egyptian concept of the soul's journey and its relationship to the physical universe. Learn more about the transformational power of birth in terms of physical childbirth and the birth of new experiences, ideas, and views.​

Embracing Transformation in the Face of Death:
The concept of living death is both intriguing and perplexing in Egyptian philosophy. Dr. Kathia and Siddhartha will discuss the transformational impact of embracing death as a catalyst for human growth and spiritual evolution. Learn how to negotiate change and transformation with grace and wisdom by gaining a new perspective on life, death, and rebirth cycles. Dr. Kathia shares her own experiences with death.

Egyptian Wisdom for the Modern Seeker: 
Dr. Kathia and Siddhartha Sananda dig into Egypt's profound teachings while providing practical direction for incorporating this wisdom into our modern lives. Discover how these ancient concepts can handle modern-day problems, nurture the inner calm, and foster personal and spiritual progress.

 Dr. Kathia and Siddhartha Sananda's podcast interview on the mysteries of Egypt will transport you to a land of ancient wisdom and profound insights. Join them as they unpack the ancient truths Egypt offers to seekers of truth and enlightenment, such as birthing power, creating with sound, and living without fear of death. Prepare for a life-changing adventure that will illuminate your path and inspire a deeper connection with life's mysteries. Tune in and watch the mysteries of Egypt unfold before your eyes, and join Dr. Kathia on one of her subsequent pilgrimages to Egypt. (link to pilgrimage page.. link in youtube too, link to his stuff too)​

Can you adopt an ease of being this summer? 
What are you doing to create an easeful rhythm, one that nourishes, invigorates and inspires you? 

This past month has called for this intention for me whilst moving my family to inhabit a small solo island just off Bermuda’s main Island in the North Atlantic.

This transition has been a challenging 6 months process and even though we still consider New England our home base and will return several times a year we will be spending most of our time adjusting to an Island Lifestyle. 

For me to adjust to ease I needed to let go off... and ….

• The very high expectations I place on an outcome, especially during such an international transition 
• Stop trying to please everyone! Yes, I am one of those.. I am realizing more and more someone will be displeased with something I do or don’t do wether it is a family member, a Neighbour, a friend, a colleague or even myself. 

It took years to receive my accreditation and professional recognition in the States and I am now so pleased that I kept up my licenses and registration in the UK and South Africa also for all these years as it will come into play now. ​

We grew up being shamed or scorned for crying, showing our frustrations, and maybe not being polite or socially engaged when we were going through something challenging and felt like we needed to retract. ​

I wish you a safe container, a space to be vulnerable, raw, witnessed, and held. One of gentleness and kindness to yourself and others so that you can truly release the PAIN. ​

I realized how I feel scared, judged and ridiculed, left out just like him sometimes. I can relate although I don’t have his neurological diverse and impulsive challenges. My experience is more as a depleted, sometimes defeated care giver, who feels judged.

Do I lose my « shit » sometimes?.. hell yes! I get pushed to the maxed daily. Especially with the sibling dynamic. I’ve exhausted ample resources, treatments and therapies. That is indeed my scope as a clinician to find a solution.

A mother and her child has a special connection, intuition always surpassed any methodology or criticism out there.
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Something has shifted in him at age 5 whilst in South Africa. There are more marked differences. His frustrations and reactivity has reached a new level of consequences especially in what society expects.

Following a challenging Fall, with a myriad of health issues I am ready to Soar into the new year with a renewed sense of self and hope. Like any illness, loss, big change...... there is medicine and teachings in the experience.
I've made it a lifelong passion to empower individuals with their health and emotional challenges and most of the time, like any nurturer, mother archetype what I am doing for others and how I am showing up for them, is what I need to do for myself, more of.
Symptoms are ques "words" to nudge us in the right direction of selfcare, nurturing and self kindness and your innate healer has a message for you if you will only listen.

All my life of studying Integrative, Complementary and Alternative Medicine and 17 years of practice, so much of our focus has been on supporting our innate immunity. Removing blockages that may slow it down or interfere with it's reactivity. Creating healthy immune response. This is why I rely on complex homeopathy so much, because it reminds our system what it is naturally designed to... "defend, detox and repair" oh and so much more! we are truly magical beings.  

Some of my patients asked me what I did to speed up my healing process and prevent mysymptoms to get more health threatening.
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1. I used Guna homeopathic remedies, as it was actually challenging drinking water, eating or taking regular supplements and herbs.
2. I took Guna Flam and Guna Dizzy, for the initial symptoms of inflammation, fever, chills, joint pain and severe dizziness and vertigo.
3. ​Followed by phase 2 just as it started to feel like the cytokine storm is now inflaming my lungs with the support of Interleukin 2 and Gamma 12 to help with the cough.
4. ​Phase 3 focused on boosting my immunity and started cleaning and shedding the virus through all my detoxification organs by using Guna GCSF and Deep cleanse.
5. Throughout and after, to avoid any long-term immune compromise, I've been using Guna defense and Guna Virus tablets.

Enjoy these Healing Energies. May you be well and merry.