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Valentine’s Day

Written by Cheryl on January 30, 2022.

I have always loved Valentine’s Day, mostly because of the pretty decorations, but no Valentine’s Day could possibly compare to my first Feldenkrais Valentine’s Day. It was a truly rewarding and gratifying somatosensory experience. Feldenkrais even made me fall in love again, with Valentine’s Day. Find out why here…..A Feldenkrais Valentine’s Day.

Episode #45: Creating a Healthy Home

Written by Cheryl on December 16, 2019. Posted in Femininja Podcast.

Would you like to create a healthier and cleaner environment for your family? Meet Tiffany Peterson, educator, entrepreneur, business owner and mom of three small children. Tiffany shares her personal story about deciding to find ways to eliminate toxins and harmful chemicals in her home to create a healthier environment for herself and her family. Tiffany also talks about finding balance in your life (or not), how to stay focused on what’s most important, setting clear boundaries as well as priorities. She also shares her experience of raising a child with special needs, establishing a strong relationship and partnership with her husband, and much, much more. Download this uplifting and positive episode to be inspired to find ways to creating healthier relationships and valuable tips...

Episode #44: You Are Not Alone

Written by Cheryl on December 9, 2019. Posted in Femininja Podcast.

Nikki Brooker is a teacher, educator, mom of three teenagers, and the founder of a non-profit called YANAM2M, which has become her soul endeavor, and an organization she is passionate about. YANAM2M came about in 2016 when, in the span of just three months, two moms living in her community took their own lives along with the lives of their young children. In the midst of the shock and heartbreak, while the community grieved and asked how this could possibly happen, Nikki took action to find a solution to insure that this would never happen to another mom and another family again. Download this episode to learn how Nikki created a place where moms could feel safe, accepted, supported and valued. Hear the many success stories and lives that have been changed, family bonds that have been strengthened,...

Episode #033: Do It For Dalton

Written by Cheryl on October 30, 2019. Posted in Femininja Podcast.

On December 29th, 2013, Roni Lambrecht’s world was turned upside down when she and her husband lost their brilliant, beautiful, and beloved only child, Dalton John. Roni shares her story along with straightforward tips on being a mindful parent and taking the time to build meaningful relationships with all of the people you love in your life. This episode will open your eyes, your heart, and change your life forever. Email: DoItForDalton@gmail.com Website: https://www.ParentingAtYourBestWithoutRegrets.com/ Amazon: amazon.com/author/ronilambrecht Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RONIWINGLAMBRECHT https://www.facebook.com/ParentingAtYourBest/

Episode #28: Love Never Quits

Written by Cheryl on October 14, 2019. Posted in Femininja Podcast.

After spending several years struggling with infertility, Gina Heumann and her husband adopted a baby boy from Guatemala. They were living a dream. Two and a half years later they adopted another baby boy. The dream turned into a nightmare as their son demonstrated erratic behavior, uncontrollable temper tantrums, and problems in school. It took years of patience, perseverance, and unconditional love to find out what the problem was and how to turn his life around to the happy, healthy, creative, and loving young man he is today. Download this episode to hear their remarkable story, learn about about Reactive Attachment Disorder, what to do about it, and why love never quits! www.onehopewine.com/MyShop/MadAboutWine https://www.facebook.com/MadLandWine/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginaheumannwineconsultant/ *Meet...

I Wish You A Merry Christmas….

Written by Cheryl on December 24, 2018. Posted in Joyful Holidays.

I wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and a joyful Holiday Season full of peace, joy, love, and laughter.

Love Yourself With All Your Heart

Written by Cheryl on February 1, 2018. Posted in Fit Tips.

Love is in the air. It’s February, and Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. It’s the season of love. It’s also the time of year when it’s really difficult to keep up with our health and fitness goals. I can’t speak for anyone else, but the short days, cold weather, and lack of serious holidays to look forward to kind of wears me down. I would rather hunker down on the couch with a box of chocolates and wait for the spring thaw. However, that will certainly put me far behind the eight ball when swim suit season kicks in. So, instead of hiding under the covers or throwing in the towel, here are a few simple tips to keep yourself motivated, moving, and at the top of your game: 1). Love yourself with all your heart. Be kind to yourself. Speak softly and gently, and give yourself positive...

Secrets of a Middle-Aged Ninja

Written by Cheryl on October 30, 2017. Posted in Ninja Notes.

Secrets….we all have them. I probably have a few more than most. And many of them are secrets that I learned in my martial arts training. I’d love to share them all with you, but then you’d know too much. Besides, it might get me in deep trouble with the Secret Society of Ninjas. So, if you ever run into one of their members, please don’t let them know I have shared my secrets. This first secret might be a little disappointing. Ninjas really aren’t fighters. We’re lovers. We love life, our families, our friends, our homes, and our communities. We want nothing more (and nothing less), than to simply live our lives in peace and harmony. Ninjas aren’t about war, or warfare. However, we are warriors. Wait a minute….doesn’t that sound contradictory? It’s not. Because a true warrior has a heart...

Evening prayers, insomnia, and world peace….

Written by Cheryl on April 29, 2013. Posted in Cheryl's View.

When I was a little girl, evening prayers were part of our bedtime ritual. From as early as I could remember, my mother would kneel with me and my sisters at our bedside and lead us in prayer. “Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray the Lord my soul to keep. If I should die before I wake, I pray the Lord my soul to take.” I guess that explains my life-long struggle with insomnia. If there was a chance that I may die before I wake, I wasn’t about to fall asleep. Then we learned “Our Father, who art in Heaven….” When I asked my mother who “Art” was, she explained, “You know, like your father, who art in the mill.” Oh, well. That made sense, since our dad worked in the steel mill. She was really good at explaining things. I swear she had...

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