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That Bliss You Seek Is Already Within

Yesterday our most recent Mercury retrograde ended. Whether or not you’ve noticed its infamous effects since January 5th, now’s a great time to recognize the dangers of seeking outside what must come from within.

Often we’ve spent countless time seeking outside of us the tools to our own happiness. Maybe we’ve sought to find them in other people, maybe in hobbies, or maybe in books and magazines. We might have even sought after happiness in other people’s guides to said topic. The truth is happiness comes from within.

The concept of being happy is an internal outflowing of emotion that we must befriend. And no, it’s not constant — life hands us unhappy moments that we have to deal with and overcome. The secret to accessing internal happiness is accepting it’s not external.

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Meditate on this concept if you haven’t yet, because it’s crucial to being happy most of the time. That’s all we can really hope for, is happiness during the majority of each day. Become one with that feeling — that emotion of unfettered joy. That emotion we recall from childhood when school was out for the summer and no responsibilities beckoned. That emotion when we achieve major milestones that at first seemed inaccessible. That effortless joy in a few moments of genuine laughter. That pure bliss that lives in each one of us.
That joy that’s just waiting to be awakened more and more often. That same internal happy-place that belongs to everyone, and is aching to visit constantly.

Allow yourself to forgive more quickly, to let go of grudges, to release negative emotions soon after they arise. Allow your happiness to become your go-to. It’s beyond time to give yourself this gift of truly enjoying as many seconds of each day as possible!

Release your worries out into the world, knowing you have access to endless beautiful circumstances and overwhelming bliss. Smile and laugh even if it’s over something silly or ridiculous. Why not?
Do it for you; the positivity in all external portions of your life will naturally follow. 🙂

Reverend Michelle is a Wellness Scientist and healer with over 15 years’ experience. Her unique healing solutions blend proven techniques with a strong scientific influence.
This is cutting edge, because for over six years Rev. Michelle has literally been fusing science with metaphysics!

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Yours in Calmness,
Reverend Michelle
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More Hugs = Physiological Benefits

Happy Mercury–Venus–Mars–Jupiter–Saturn–Alignment Month, a day early!
Starting tomorrow, you’ll be able to see all of those visible planets from the Moon to the horizon in the early morning sky.
It’s the first time since eleven years ago, and it probably won’t happen again until 2040!

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In this rare and beautiful time, I’d like to make a point about something that most take for granted.
You might have seen the scientific studies coming out for the last few years about hugs, and I know many people have noticed differences in their own life when they incorporate more loving physical contact. In this day of technology and long-distance friendship, sometimes it’s rare to have people that you share love with close-by. And I feel like that’s the myth I must dispel — that you need to really love someone to hug them, or even have any physical contact with them past a handshake.

Way too often I’ve seen people go extremely long periods of time without even a tiny bit of physical contact with any fellow human. The truth is, this can be very detrimental to health; or even in the best case, they’re missing out on free healthful situations.

Hugs have been proven to lower blood pressure, to send oxytocin (the love hormone) to the brain, help dispel or lower fears and pain, lower cortisol (meaning they act as natural stress relief) and help small children grow to be happier (more carefree) adults.

And here’s the main point — hugs and cuddles are best for adults. That’s right… we stand to gain the most benefits from having more hugs and cuddles in our lives. They’re a true win-win.
The secret to maximizing the healthful and physiological benefits is allowing the hugging-type interaction to last longer than 20 seconds every time.

So do yourself and those around you a favor… start being more of the interactive and hugging type! Of course, always respect their space and your own.
But, instead of trying to stay ‘cool’ or unattached to your surroundings, perhaps consider staying cool while expressing the gamut of love that you feel.
It’s a free and simple solution that benefits everyone involved… ramp up your hugging game today!!!

Have a wonderful week! 🙂
Thanks for reading.

Reverend Michelle is a Wellness Scientist and healer with over 15 years’ experience. Her unique healing solutions blend proven techniques with a strong scientific influence.
This is cutting edge, because for over five years Rev. Michelle has literally been fusing science with metaphysics!
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Yours in Calmness,
Reverend Michelle
Calmness.com

Fending Off Negativity & Reworking Your Self-Talk

When we make little statements to ourselves or others about our well-being, monetary situation, or life circumstances we’re also communicating with our subconscious mind and that makes a lasting impression! Negative self-talk has bad ramifications that go far beyond what your imagination could convey.
Have you ever noticed yourself making seemingly inoffensive statements like: “I don’t have money to do…”; “I’m broke”; “I’m so stupid…”; “I’m being retarded right now”; “I’m boring”; or “I feel lousy”…???
Ever noticed yourself uttering ANYTHING along those lines?

Even though it might seem like an ice-breaker with certain people, or perhaps you believe you deserve to label yourself at certain times it is still a very unhealthy habit.
The truth is that these sorts of statements are self-fulfilling prophecies.
Perhaps you feel poor at certain times, or maybe you even feel silly for behaving a certain way. That’s perfectly normal, and every single person has experienced those same feelings at some point. The important part is to not be defined by these moments, because the first step to improving is to stop speaking to/about yourself in this way!

Feeling confident and attractive, as well as dancing with abundance are all qualities we seek to enjoy on a daily basis.
So how do we break down these self-made verbal barriers, and keep our eyes on the prize???

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Here are a few tips for changing this self-talk into positive statements, and experiencing the beauty and fulfillment you deserve:

1) Become aware of any negative statements you succumb to. Begin to pay attention to the EXACT wording that you use, and categorize every phrase (in regards to yourself and your situations) as positive or negative. When you come across a negative one, immediately say “erase, erase, erase” and purposely word the sentence differently. Even if you don’t do this at a noise level others can hear, it’s beneficial to you to formulate a re-wording. For example: let’s say you caught yourself saying “I’m broke right now”. A great re-wording would be to acknowledge that you work hard for your money and all your bills are paid, at the moment you just don’t have the funds to do something frivolous. Another re-wording might be that all the funds you need are available to you exactly when you need them, and you’re full of gratitude for how the universe takes care of you.

2) Utilize every opportunity you can to be thankful for your inherent abundance. Realize that as you pay more attention to your self-talk you become more powerful in regards to your deserving and positive destiny, and ABUNDANCE in every form is already on its way to you. Say “thank you” often, even if it’s just a whisper to yourself. This is a constant encouragement to this bountiful abundance that’s traveling towards you, and you’ll find you access it more often as a result.

3) Utilize every opportunity to be thankful for your overarching health. One of the richest things we can own in healthiness, and one of the most lovely things to realize is how much of it we truly have. Sure, sometimes you may feel under the weather or perhaps you catch a form of the flu; maybe you’ll even experience a more severe illness for a bit. The important part through it all is being thankful you’re around to breathe, to feel life’s natural highs, to appreciate all the complex inner workings of your body that keep you going every single second. Tune in to these wonderful truths and find your overall health always increasing, as you love to take care of (and cherish) the gift of everyday.

4) Sometimes the people around us can be negative influences in regards to self-talk. And sometimes it’s easy to have grown so accustomed to these negative handouts that they invade our space without any protective net to stop them. If this is the case, begin every day with a protective energetic shield of positive energy. The easiest way to accomplish this is to close your eyes and imagine the beautiful celestial light from above covering you (and enveloping you) from head to toe. It’s a positive and pleasant energy-force that anyone can access for themselves, to keep the often-negative world around us at bay. When you’re wearing this shield you’ll still be able to communicate with the outside world in the same manner, but you’ll be able to fend off any negativity people try to fling at you and it’ll fade away instead of being absorbed into your positive aura.

Hopefully these tips will help you progress on your journey to being more abundant, healthy, and FREE!!!!

Have a wonderful week. 🙂

Reverend Michelle is a Wellness Scientist and healer with over 15 years’ experience. Her unique healing solutions blend proven techniques with a strong scientific influence.
This is cutting edge, because for over five years Rev. Michelle has literally been fusing science with metaphysics!
Stay In Touch via FB for special deals, AND doses of inspirational positivity ~ Facebook.com/coastallilacs.

Yours in Calmness,
Reverend Michelle
Calmness.com

4 Tips For A Revitalizing & Motivated New Year!

In this day and age years often pass without much second thought; time goes by and one year turns into another as though it was just another day.
But this year why not make it special? Why not close out 2015 with meaning, and manifest a truly meaningful new year?

There are a few things you can do that will really close this year out strong, and bring about the motivation and revitalization you seek.

First of all, tie loose ends. Finish unfinished business and set yourself straight with anything that’s been lingering. The ending year is the perfect time to get rid of enduring baggage and set the slate clean. Often there are simple things that have stayed on the to-do list for weeks (or months) that would be a sigh of relief to finally finish. Put aside some time in the next day or two to cross these things off the list!

Secondly, be of service. Volunteer somehow and gift your time (or resources) to those less fortunate. Sometimes it really doesn’t take much, but the positive ramifications can echo for a long time! Maybe you’ll even learn something along the way… If you’re at a loss for ideas, look up local nursing homes, homeless (or battered peoples’) shelters; perhaps even meals on wheels or a similar venture. A few hours spent gifting your time to people will go a long way and also increase your personal feelings of self-worth!!!

Third, go outside and visit with nature! Mental processes that have been whirling around and goals you have set for the coming months are strengthened by time outside. Put away your technology (or better still, turn it off) and just be with nature. Perhaps you have yet to truly set your goals for the coming year, and seek some guidance. Being outside, taking a walk, and allowing nature to communicate with you can be very helpful in these endeavors. Take some deep breaths and feel the energy that emboldens you filling your lungs. Allow the crisp air to bring you strength and motivation for charting the path to your goals.

Fourth, get in touch with your spiritual or religious roots. It doesn’t matter which religions or spiritual avenues ring loudest with you… All that matters is that you’re in touch with them. Some cultures have a gratitude ceremony for major turning points in the year, and if it feels right to you then incorporate that into your practice as well! I mention the strength of ‘thank you’ often, and another wonderful time to feel those benefits is when closing out one year and beginning the adventures of a new year! Learn some new things that have to do with your spiritual or religious beliefs, and allow this information to revitalize your meaningful connections.

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When it comes time for 11:59 to turn into midnight and beyond on Thursday night, perhaps you won’t be around a lot of people, or even partying at all. Know that’s perfectly fine, because ultimately it’s the motivation and energy that you feel that matters. Touch base with your base feelings and stride into the New Year with confidence, since this one will be the best yet!

Thank you for reading, and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

Reverend Michelle is a Wellness Scientist and healer with over 15 years’ experience. Her unique healing solutions blend proven techniques with a strong scientific influence.
This is cutting edge, because for the last five years Rev. Michelle has literally been fusing science with metaphysics!
Stay In Touch via FB for special deals, AND doses of inspirational positivity ~ Facebook.com/coastallilacs.

Yours in Calmness,
Rev. Michelle
Calmness.com

Making Use of This Rare Full Moon on Christmas!!!

“As we look at the Moon on such an occasion, it’s worth remembering that the Moon is more than just a celestial neighbor. The geologic history of the Moon and Earth are intimately tied together such that the Earth would be a dramatically different planet without the Moon.” — John Keller (of NASA’s Maryland Goddard Space Flight Center).

This is the first full moon on Christmas since 1977, and there won’t be another until the year 2034!

Regardless of which of this season’s holidays you celebrate, the significance of this event is worth examining. Our moon and its adventures definitely affect us down here on Earth, especially via the tides and the weather. However, our emotions are also heightened by this celestial body and it’s interesting to utilize what this particular full moon means for us.

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Here are a few things that, if we pay extra attention to, will help us close out this year strong, and shape the coming year in the ways we deserve…

Following your heart. Sometimes it doesn’t make sense. Actually, to our rational mind it very rarely makes sense. That’s why often we bury its messages in logic and routine, forgetting its mission is to help us fulfill our potential. So this full moon, make an extra effort to zone in… to listen and to try to heed its longings. Perhaps it means seriously changing things up, or rearranging circumstances for a big change-up. It might even be simple things… but they have been secretly weighing on you for a while now…

Clear Sight. Yet another thing that often gets obscured by the busyness of daily life, and the list of responsibilities that just keeps going – your vision for the future. Now, the tendency is for the first reaction to be looking at the ‘big picture,’ but I mean more of the little things. Sit for a while and expand all those snippets of ideas you’ve had floating around, which will actually make you happier. Further establish the details of your life’s work, of your mission while you’re here. Organizing it better now will help you find vast productivity and success in the coming year! Not only that, a full moon is the perfect time to narrow down the big picture into manageable steps.

Releasing. Get rid of your past baggage. Do it now! The relaxation will follow… Times have been tough, and there are people and situations that you might feel have wronged you. You’re right. The really beneficial thing to do is to LET THEM GO. If you’re more of a verbal person, isolate yourself somewhere without anyone within earshot, and scream your obscenities in a loving manner that helps you heal. If you’re a visual person, write those people letters in morbid detail and let it all out, then shred the paper or burn it safely. This full moon, find ways to release the past and FREE YOURSELF. No reason to drag that painful luggage behind when you could be weightless and free, full of vitality and truly loving life.

This Christmas Full Moon, carpe diem. Seize your day with both hands and take it on an adventure!
Finish off this year on the right foot, and whatever you do – remember to smile at every single opportunity.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!

Reverend Michelle is a Wellness Scientist and healer with over 15 years’ experience. Her unique healing solutions blend proven techniques with a strong scientific influence.
This is cutting edge, because for the last five years Rev. Michelle has literally been fusing science with metaphysics!
Stay In Touch via FB for special deals, AND doses of inspirational positivity ~ Facebook.com/coastallilacs.

Yours in Calmness,
Rev. Michelle
Calmness.com

Allow Creativity To Shine Through Your Gift-Giving

With consumerism at an all-time high this holiday season, we see countless packages in stores that are catered to our every possible desire. There are gift options for every interest and every budget, and the message we get from media is to ‘buy, buy, buy’ for our loved ones.

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Of course, sometimes it’s easier to buy gifts for certain people. However, is it really necessary to purchase every single gift we’ll be giving?
The answer, undoubtedly, is no. And while buying things takes less time in some ways, really it costs a lot due to the cash investment and time deciding what items would be perfect.
This holiday season, what if we used more of our creative energies on gifts? Sure, it’s not the easiest or even the ‘fastest’ solution, but it’s definitely more from the heart. And if there’s anything this season is for, it’s showing certain people in your life that you care!

So instead of giving in to the consumer-driven hubbub, create a few (or all) of your gifts this year! Brainstorm what you’re best at doing and utilize those skills in creating something that will show off time spent and love invested.
This year one of the gifts I got from a client was a crocheted candy-cane holder. It’s simple, and not useful for anything else really, but it’s pleasant to look at and you can feel the care that went into making it.

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What are you good at doing?
Perhaps it’s working with wood, or creating poetry. Maybe it’s even drawing or painting. Perhaps it’s cooking or baking? Anything falls under this category of showing love with creativity. An extra bonus will be the broadened horizons of appreciation from your gift-receivers!

Your creative talents will shine through your gifts and be truly unique in this era of store-bought goodies. Maybe you’ll even start a trend…

Reverend Michelle is a Wellness Scientist and healer with over 15 years’ experience. Her unique healing solutions blend proven techniques with a strong scientific influence.
This is cutting edge, because for the last five years Rev. Michelle has literally been fusing science with metaphysics!
Stay In Touch via FB for special deals, AND doses of inspirational positivity ~ Facebook.com/coastallilacs.

Yours in Calmness,
Rev. Michelle
Calmness.com

Thanksgiving Beaver Moon

Studies have shown time and again how helpful it is to be thankful. An attitude of gratitude helps elevate a person’s self-worth and appreciation of life. That, in turn, helps this person to permeate joy and happiness and share these positive feelings with those around them.

On Thanksgiving Eve this year, there is a full moon that the Native Americans dubbed Beaver Full Moon. The significance of this one is related to either beavers being around preparing for winter, or to let people know to put out traps so they could catch some for furs.
This year it just so happens to fall on the eve of a holiday that asks us to reflect on all the wonderful things in life.

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I feel as though the timing is perfect, because when you’re grateful and positive you attract more positivity. And in this lovely full-moon time-frame, your thoughts and attractions will be stronger.

So in the next few days, do yourself a favor! Take just five or ten minutes and reflect on all the beauty and bounty in your life. Write a list if you like, or just mentally picture all the wonderful things.
Close your eyes for just a moment and feel the thankfull-ness in all of your body! If some of the things you listed were people, tell them they’re appreciated. It might make their day! 🙂

Thank you for all the beauty you bring to the world!!! May this Thanksgiving be a lovely holiday for you (and yours) this year, ushering in even more positivity and joy that compounds every day!

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Thanks for reading, and have a wonderful week!

Yours in Calmness,
Rev. Michelle
Calmness.com


Reverend Michelle is a Wellness Scientist and healer with over 15 years’ experience.
Her unique healing solutions blend proven techniques with a strong scientific influence. This is cutting edge, because for the last five years Rev. Michelle has literally been fusing science with metaphysics!

As a reader of this blog, receive exclusive discounts on teleseminars and healing programs!!! Stay In Touch via FB for special deals, AND a biweekly dose of inspirational positivity ~ Facebook.com/coastallilacs.

The Ultimate Wordless Dialogue

Imagine you’re stepping on the dance floor… and floating… flowing smoothly and gracefully to the beautiful tango melody.
All eyes are on you. You feel every beat; your body is moving in complete synchronicity.
You and your partner are dancing in unison, perfectly interpreting the music.

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For years I admired the graceful and beautiful dance of Argentine tango. Last fall, I had the opportunity to take my first basic class. Since then I’ve fallen under a spell… the spell and the allure of the Argentine tango. Since then, I’ve taken many workshops and classes nationally and abroad, and enjoy improving every single time.

I had an idea! Why not combine my two great loves — my research into the power of the subconscious mind, and the magic of this graceful and gorgeous dance…?
With my almost-thirty-year experience in helping people reach their ultimate potential easily and simply through their subconscious mind, I designed a powerful technique to help tango dancers advance swiftly in their practice.

With my method you will be able to relax easier and quicker and connect with your partner better. For the beginner, I’ll help you perfect your abrazo and learn to quickly relax your body into the right position.
For the leader, I’ll assist you with leading skillfully through the busy dance-floor while taking into account your partner, the music, and the dance environment. For the follower, I’ll guide you to more instantly and gracefully execute the lead while dancing to the beat. For the advanced dancer, my method will help you quickly move to increasing levels of perfection.

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Let Dr. Inessa help you progress your tango expertise, and take your dancing to the next level!
Get in touch with her today for one-on-one sessions, or to add an unusual twist to your next tango event.

Yours in Calmness,
Dr. Inessa
Calmness.com

Three Secrets For Getting Rich Easily

Now that we’re getting into the holiday season, the thought on most peoples’ minds is in regards to affording presents for everyone. Of course, Thanksgiving is first — a huge family celebration is due and how will one orchestrate all that on this budget? Then a short month after, there’s a list of family members to purchase gifts for — regardless of the holiday’s name.

So how can we pull it off, better than ever before? How can we not only easily afford everything, but actually ace all the decisions that get us there?
These secrets are the beginnings of the science of getting rich and staying that way! Your life circumstances don’t matter, actually. Any job or situation you have is easily overcome and fully utilized with these methods.
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The first step is one I’ve touched upon a lot in posts aimed at helping raise your levels of life-satisfaction. Very simply, you must realize that wealth, good circumstances, and abundance exist in enormously large quantities, and they’re available for everyone! There is enough ABUNDANCE for every single being to enjoy it — and for there to still be some left over. Recognize that you deserve to tap into this wealth. It exists and there is literally no reason to remain in self-made poverty or short-handed mindsets.

If it still hasn’t sunk in, please read that last paragraph again.
Abundance and wealth are available to you, and you deserve to tap into them, indefinitely!

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The second principle is very important. In order to appreciate these riches that you deserve, your desires must jive with the concept of “for the good of all”. This means your compassion for others needs to persevere even your toughest of requests! No matter what you seek, no matter how much you need to make, or which things need to fall into place, always include a desire for others to also achieve these great things. There is enough to go around to where no one needs to step on toes or climb on shoulders to attain it.
Everyone can aspire and acquire, for the good of all.
I know some billionaires didn’t get their wealth this way, but I’m showing you a positive and time-tested recipe that was around long before oil-, steel-, and war-magnates.

The third main principle we’ll cover today is to release your desires and not dwell on them. What I mean is: articulate what you would like to happen. Really put it into words and imagine yourself already having it all, effortlessly. Then, be thankful and let these desires go into the universe. Stop thinking about them at all. KNOW that they’re already yours and on their way to you.

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Begin incorporating these tactics in your life and grow comfortable using them. I think you’ll find that they’re helpful at much more than just face-value!

Good luck, though Lady Luck already smiles upon you. 🙂

Get in touch for customized wealth mindset lessons with Dr. Inessa (http://www.meetme.so/dr_inessa) or myself.

Thanks for joining me today!
Yours in Calmness,
Rev. Michelle

Reverend Michelle is a Wellness Scientist and healer with over 15 years’ experience.
Her unique healing solutions blend proven techniques with a strong scientific influence. This is cutting edge, because for the last five years Rev. Michelle has literally been fusing science with metaphysics!

As a reader of this blog, receive exclusive discounts on teleseminars and healing programs!!! Until Nov 17th, simply email revmichelle[AT]calmness.com with the subject-line “Abundancing”.
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Forgiveness: A Dish Best Served At Any Temperature

Forgiveness + self-love = the combination of champions.

Perhaps you know that forgiveness is a strong healing agent for everyone involved, especially the person doing the forgiving?
Often, for many years people hold onto unhappiness that they have, grudges they’ve acquired, and resentments they’ve stored.
Sometimes people don’t realize they’ve held onto these negativities, and at other times maybe it gives them a sense of pride out of situations that are otherwise chalked up as defeats.

The truth is, even if these people don’t realize it at first, often these grudges are against themselves.
What does that mean?
Often, the forgiveness needs to be (or atleast start) with the self. It goes much further than the freedom that comes with releasing grudges against others. This goes deeper – to the secret disappointments in self from long ago. If a person forgives themselves the results can be truly profound.

The easiest way to begin self-forgiveness is to realize (and internalize) that you deserve it. It’s okay to have let the wrong people in, or to have managed a situation incorrectly. Everyone makes these errors at some point, and it always has something to do with important lessons. They might have taken a while to unfold, but now you’ve allowed them to and your life has changed…
The wrong people are out of your path, and situations have improved. You stuck it out and you’re here now — that in itself means you deserve to forgive.
The negative people and situations aren’t in your life anymore so allow their influences on your reality to wane as well!

Take a few quiet moments to reflect, and allow yourself to come to terms with things. After your self-forgiveness starts, you can also begin the process of further developing your self-love.
We are meant to be immersed in love, and sometimes the everyday world causes us to get bitter or forget. Come back to the divine a little more today, and practice self-forgiveness.

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Thank you for reading!
Yours in Calmness,
Rev. Michelle
Calmness.com

Reverend Michelle is a Wellness Scientist and healer with over 15 years’ experience.
Her unique healing solutions blend proven techniques with a strong scientific influence. This is cutting edge, because for the last five years Rev. Michelle has literally been fusing science with metaphysics!

As a reader of this blog, receive exclusive discounts on teleseminars and healing programs!!! Until Nov 9th, simply email revmichelle[AT]calmness.com with the subject-line “Self-forgiveness”.
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