November 27, 2016
Mind, Body, Spirit Connection
The mind, body, spirit connection has always been a passion for me, but what has transpired in the last few weeks has solidified my belief in its magic.
My husband Glen and I were sitting in the pre-admissions area of the University of Alberta Hospital where Glen is scheduled for open heart surgery. We were joking with the nurses and laughing amongst ourselves waiting for the appointment. Glen and I have always been positive, optimistic people. Expecting and preparing for the best and dealing with the worst the best we can when it hits.
We were led to a room with a group of other patients all waiting to hear details on what to expect with surgery. While waiting for the nurse to arrive, the group started asking each other about their particular heart issues. What I noticed the most was the tone behind each person’s truth.
Some were shaken and visibly scared, while another was angry asking, “why me?” It was really the first time the gravity of what was transpiring truly hit me. I let the feeling wash over me and then quickly let it go.
I love to cook healthy and we have always been active. Our summers are busy with our vegetable and flower gardens and we have never been scared of hard manual labour. My Glen is a get‘er done type guy!
I have been on a spiritual quest most of my life. Growing up in a family that did not acknowledge spirituality, I was left to my own to decide what fit me best. I was guided to Ho’oponopono, an ancient Hawaiian practice for healing and forgiveness which is totally amazing and a subject all its own for another time.
Glen’s heart issues are heredity and surgery was inevitable. But the Doctors have told us that his amazing attitude, great health and strong support system are absolutely beneficial to the surgery and his recovery.
The mind, body, spirit connection is to me what this journey is about.
Our healthy lifestyle and strong positive beliefs support the connection between our emotional and physical well-being. A connection that maximizes the potential for health and healing and all the love and happiness along the way – Pure Magic!
Chris
