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Transitions, Teachers, and Milestones
It's common to take baby steps toward our goals, and occasionally, we'll take a breath to fill up on courage and leap. This act of faith does not come lightly. It comes with wings. Wings wrap around us and guide us with gentle nudges. If you're like me, you sense that we are not alone on our life's journey, but that we have Guides, perhaps Angels, and other spiritual support. Perhaps even an ancestor is helping us. As with people in our circles of life, so too are those wh
cathaykeough
19 hours ago2 min read


Connecting with Dreams
We read about how our dreams can give us meaningful experiences, such as through a visit with a loved one who has passed. My father died in 2003, and I recall having a visit from him within a year of his death. He was dressed all in white, and the room was white and unadorned. He seemed happy, or maybe that's not the best word. He seemed settled. Content in a Buddhist monk kind of way. He and I visited in that room as if we were driving in the family car; he at the wheel
cathaykeough
Feb 53 min read


Embracing the Cold Days and Deep Nights
Cold days and nights bring a unique set of challenges for those who are nearing death or simply exploring the idea. The drop in temperature can affect your mood, energy, and overall comfort. This post explores ideas to embrace the chill instead of just enduring it. Push Back the Winter Every moment away from pain and embracing love is a relief, and in this way, a gift. Because I work with clients who have stepped into their final weeks or months (hospice), I am constantly rem
cathaykeough
Jan 232 min read


Invitations
"If they don’t want help, I can’t send it to them, right?" This was a question posed to a Reiki Master Teacher from a First Degree...
cathaykeough
Aug 26, 20252 min read


Specialness everywhere, all the time
The other day, as I was finishing up "Siddhartha" by Hermann Hesse, I continued to be touched by the well-described phases of the protagonist's life. Toward the end of the book, Siddhartha realized he could not keep going on the path of a wealthy merchant. He abruptly left the life he had made and headed into nature, finding himself by a familiar river. It was the one he had crossed when he left his family home. Standing at the edge in deep despair, Siddhartha was a breath
cathaykeough
Jul 23, 20253 min read


Reiki and Death Doula Work
Example of 'no touch' Reiki When I was a girl growing up in Seattle, I remember being enlisted as the 'nurse' to care for the wounded in...
cathaykeough
Jul 12, 20252 min read


Taking the Helm
In my journey as a Death Doula and hospice volunteer, I find that the topic of death and dying is often on my mind. There are many...
cathaykeough
Jun 23, 20252 min read


Big and Little Transformations
A serene moment during a Reiki therapy session, where healing energy is channeled to promote relaxation and well-being. You can imagine...
cathaykeough
Apr 28, 20253 min read


What do I have to change?
Spring is bellowing, but the ever-changing direction of the signs has me guessing. Information shifts daily; sometimes multiple times a...
cathaykeough
Mar 31, 20252 min read


In like a lion, out like a lamb? Nope!
When I flipped over my calendar page to March, I looked out the window. Here in Florida, March tends to come in like a lamb and exit the...
cathaykeough
Mar 4, 20251 min read


Crossing Over - Guides with Heart
"My Friend Who Shines in the Night" Recently, I saw a video of a man who befriended a ghost. The ghost had been hit by lightning and was...
cathaykeough
Feb 19, 20252 min read


A poet's consideration
Poetry has woven its way into my life from childhood. It has provided me with a connection to others and with a voice that sometimes...
cathaykeough
Feb 6, 20251 min read


Embracing Serenity: Finding Peace in the End-of-Life Journey
In the midst of life’s journey, we inevitably come face to face with the concept of mortality. It is a topic that often evokes fear,...
cathaykeough
Jan 27, 20252 min read


Navigating End-of-Life Conversations: A Guide for Families
As we navigate through life, we inevitably face difficult conversations and experiences. One of the most challenging topics to discuss is...
cathaykeough
Jan 27, 20252 min read


Preparing for the Final Journey: End-of-Life Doula Services Explained
Facing the inevitable reality of our mortality can be a daunting and overwhelming experience for many. However, there is a compassionate...
cathaykeough
Jan 27, 20252 min read
Final Journey Doula Services: Doula Thoughts
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