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"What Nourishes You?" My Time At Upaya Zen Center

"What Nourishes You?" My Time At Upaya Zen Center

I'm just settling back home after an incredible weekend at Upaya Zen Center. Let me share with you what I learned.

Body, Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederSeptember 23, 2015wellness, self-care, mindfulness, meditation, compassion, chronic illness, pain, psychology, fatigue, self-love, yoga, breathing, advocacy, zenComment

How Do We Learn To Love Ourselves?

How Do We Learn To Love Ourselves?

The most important relationship of your life is the one you have with yourself. So how do we begin to break through the layers of guilt, doubt, and shame and fully embrace ourselves?

Body, Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederAugust 10, 2015self-love, self-care, relationships, authenticity, psychology, advocacy, sensitivity, mindfulness, compassion Comments

It's Okay To Admit You're Not Okay

It's Okay To Admit You're Not Okay

Not feeling happy and shiny and positive all the time? No need to be ashamed! Learn how to embrace and fully experience every emotion with non-judgment.

Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederAugust 2, 2015self-love, healing, relationships, sensitivity, stress, psychology, advocacy, authenticity, invisible illness, mindfulness, compassion, culture, chronic illness, self-careComment

Heal Your Gut With The 4 R's

Heal Your Gut With The 4 R's

Having unexplained symptoms like fatigue, depression, or weight gain? The answers may lie in your gut, and here's how to fix it!

BodyMelani SchwederJuly 22, 2015wellness, nutrition, natural healing, drugs, healing, supplements, cure, digestion, invisible illness, self-help, chronic illnessComment

7 Things I've Learned In My 6 Years Of Illness

7 Things I've Learned In My 6 Years Of Illness

It's a big milestone for me and I'm looking back on some things I've learned so far.

Body, Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederJuly 16, 2015chronic illness, chronic fatigue, CFS, wellness, self-love, authenticity, self-care, healing, invisible illness, mindfulness, compassion, disability, advocacy Comment

Hi, I'm Melani And I'm A Fear Addict

Hi, I'm Melani And I'm A Fear Addict

Are you caught in the cycle of fear and letting it run your life? It's okay, I am too.

Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederJuly 4, 2015fear, addiction, environment, self-care, meditation, roadblocks, relationships, training, anxiety, culture, illness, languageComment

The Cold Hard Truth About Blue Light And Your Sleep

The Cold Hard Truth About Blue Light And Your Sleep

Are you staring at a screen right before bedtime? Find out why your brain thinks this is a bad idea!

Body, Mind, PlanetMelani SchwederJune 22, 2015chronic fatigue, self-care, health, environment, sensitivity, reading, culture, sleep, wellness Comments

My 7 Weird Little Acts of Self-Care

My 7 Weird Little Acts of Self-Care

Wanna peek into my daily routine? Well, here ya go!

Body, Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederJune 15, 2015health, wellness, essential oils, environment, self-care, self-love, breathing, aromatherapy, natural healing, yoga, illness, compassion, chronic fatigue, CFS Comments

The Healing Power of Loving Kindness

The Healing Power of Loving Kindness

Focusing on compassion for ourselves and others can be a powerful tool for healing mind, body, and spirit.

Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederMay 31, 2015meditation, mindfulness, yoga, psychology, self-love, compassion, culture, relationships, language, healing, wellnessComment

Who's Really Got Your Back?

Who's Really Got Your Back?

There's never a better time to find your tribe than right now! Who do you have as part of your support circle?

Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederMay 18, 2015relationships, wellness, self-care, sensitivity, healing, authenticity, psychology, culture, meditation, advocacy, compassion, self-love, socializingComment

Getting Too Comfy In Your Comfort Zone

Getting Too Comfy In Your Comfort Zone

Lost touch with your inner power because your illness holds you back? Take baby steps to regain your standing!

Body, Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederMay 8, 2015wellness, self-care, self-love, roadblocks, chronic fatigue, chronic illness, psychology, disability, culture, illness, healing, self-help, language Comment

7 Things To Say To Someone With An Invisible Illness

7 Things To Say To Someone With An Invisible Illness

Have a friend who is struggling with a chronic health problem? Here are a few things you can say to make things better!