Luminous & Grounded

01/19/2025

Nurture your soul with a weekend away

The first-ever Luminous & Grounded retreat is set for March 14-16th in Harpers Ferry, WV. There's one queen suite left with your name on it! So forward this to your ride-or-die and join the other 14 of us!

In the meantime, take a stroll through the online photo album (https://www.perennialstays.com/magnolia-pond-farm/) of the gorgeous Magnolia Pond Farm. The property itself offers a heated saltwater plunge pool, fire pit, cozy fire places, a wraparound porch with rocking chairs, outdoor games and gorgeous en suites.

What exactly are we doing on the retreat?

For one, I'm cooking and you're eating! All the NTP-approved meals, snacks and supplies are included in your cost ($605 per person for the weekend, if you snag this queen suite). So are the activities. And as much as I like a good surprise, allow me to drip out a few of the highlights. Starting with introducing the lovely Mariah Sotelino, my co-leader for the retreat!

While I lace up my apron and go into chef mode, Mariah will be leading Pilates basics and some super-cool art projects. I couldn't let us go home without a souvenir, so she'll be helping us to create one. Mariah is an illustrator and a Pilates teacher with 25 years experience. Some days I'm convinced she understands my body better than I do! She's a whiz at helping you embody your body -- a true facilitator of creative expression!

We would be delighted to have you join our cozy little corner of the universe, whether that's at the retreat or a future event. The common theme will always be getting calm and centered, batteries recharged, and feeling stronger physically, emotionally and spiritually. At the retreat you may experience things for the first time, or you may get back in touch with a practice you've long forgotten. As has been the case with my previous events, this is your opportunity to "find your tribe" and connect with people who share similar virtues.

That's all for now. I'm going to make some tea, as just looking at the freezing rain out the window is making me chilly! Those two wood-burning stoves and that gas fireplace are sounding pretty inviting right now. As is the tea tasting that Acupuncturist and Herbalist Beth Burke Farrar will be providing Saturday evening at the retreat. Can't wait!

xo Rachel

P.S. Several appointments available this week if you need Emotion Code, Body Code or Bioresonance! (https://square.site/book/LKWDF1CXDMT77/luminous-and-grounded-llc-falls-church-va)

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12/13/2024

Holiday Open House + Raffle

Stop by today to share in the merriment that December brings.

Noon to 4pm at 103 Rowell Ct, Falls Church, VA 22043.

Not local? Don't worry, I have fun for you too. Keep scrolling. :)

Enter the Rachel's Favorite Things gift bag raffle:

1. Stop by the Open House to say "Hi!" (one entry)
2. Reply to this email and tell me about the other ways you're celebrating this festive season (one entry)
3. Detox Your Socks Off (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A044CADA822A6F49-52745877-holiday #/) (three entries)
4. Download the December Mix Tape (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4BNNsINDVBSJMvmd1Flccz?si=0921740d36274948&nd=1&dlsi=18c7422650284727) and tell me what your favorite song is (one entry)
5. Remember those Thanksgiving Gratitude packages? They're back for an encore this weekend! Purchase a package and receive five entries.
Don't worry, if you already purchased on Black Friday, you'll get your five entries!

*Emotion/Body Code Follow-ups 3-pack for $275 (https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLZRGH8S6Z3D3/checkout/XT67J7G5JKHNW4VNSWFDNR4G?utm_source=sqmktg_email)
*Emotion/Body Code Initial + Follow-up for $179.50 (https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLZRGH8S6Z3D3/checkout/45Z2MPRMLLEMY2MAY65ENDUG)
*IonCleanse 5-pack for $200 (https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLZRGH8S6Z3D3/checkout/YXFUUOMCSLJTDNIHL5L6DUKN?utm_source=sqmktg_email)
*Muscle Testing Initial Intake for $195 (https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLZRGH8S6Z3D3/checkout/TASBK6BHNEEHCL2HP33HPK47?utm_source=sqmktg_email)

I'll be drawing the winner on Monday morning, so stay tuned!

See you soon!

Rachel

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12/08/2024

Time Change: Noon* to 4pm on Friday

*Previously 11am. Stop by to share in the merriment of the season this Friday, December 13th from noon to 4pm.

We'll have festive snacks and drinks.

Foot baths will be $20 off. Schedule your preferred time here (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A044CADA822A6F49-52745877-holiday #/) and detox your socks off.

I can't leave out my remote clients, so there's something for those near and far.

First, of course there's a playlist. So click here (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4BNNsINDVBSJMvmd1Flccz?si=0921740d36274948) to access my December Mix Tape. (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4BNNsINDVBSJMvmd1Flccz?si=0921740d36274948)

Second, I'll be raffling off a Rachel's Favorite Things gift bag and there are several ways to enter:

1. Stop by the Open House to say "Hi" (one entry)
2. Reply to this email and tell me about the other ways you're celebrating this festive season (one entry)
3. Detox Your Socks Off (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A044CADA822A6F49-52745877-holiday #/) (3 entries)
4. Download the December Mix Tape (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4BNNsINDVBSJMvmd1Flccz?si=0921740d36274948&nd=1&dlsi=18c7422650284727) and tell me what your favorite song is (one entry)
5. Remember those Gratitude Weekend packages? They'll be back for one day only this Friday. Purchase a package and receive 5 entries. Don't worry, if you already purchased on Black Friday, you'll get your 5 entries!

Looking forward to relaxing with you all this Friday and sharing some holiday spirit. I look forward to hearing about all the fun and inspiring goals and intentions you have for 2025. Let's do it together!

Holiday Greetings,

Rachel :)

March Retreat: One Suite Remaining

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11/27/2024

Before you hibernate, stash these away!

As the rest of the year slips away and you go into hygge mode for winter, put some self-care in the bank. Scroll down to see the Thanksgiving Gratitude Weekend offerings. (https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLZRGH8S6Z3D3/checkout/XT67J7G5JKHNW4VNSWFDNR4G) Pre-purchased sessions never expire, so go wild on these specials.

If you need me I'll be in the kitchen daring myself to swirl tahini (https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1026225-sesame-swirled-pumpkin-pie) through the pumpkin pie and see if anyone notices. Or making a trip to Giant Eagle (Gian' Iggle to the yinzers in the audience) to investigate their gluten-free offerings.

Retreat Almost Sold Out!

There's one queen suite (https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLZRGH8S6Z3D3/checkout/I3DQAINZK6JJLYBIRSC3NKFT) remaining for the retreat March 14-16. Otherwise we are all booked up! You probably don't want to snooze on that, so grab your bestie and book (https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLZRGH8S6Z3D3/checkout/I3DQAINZK6JJLYBIRSC3NKFT) .

Gratitude Week Specials

Do you have a Thanksgiving dish that you're oddly nostalgic for? Email me so we can share a smile, I'm so curious! Or tag me on Instagram:

Cheers to the start of a great holiday season! Hope to see you soon.

xo Rachel

Save the Date!

A Happy Hour for the sober curious. We start at 11am. See you soon for seasonal refreshments and $40 foot baths. Choose your foot bath time here. (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A044CADA822A6F49-52745877-holiday #/)

Check out our event on Friday, Dec 13, 2024.

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11/16/2024

Magnolia Pond Farm (https://staymagnoliawv.com/magnolia-wv-farmhouse/)
Harpers Ferry, WV
March 14-16, 2025

Future you will thank you for this little opportunity to escape to cozy luxury.

I'm not sure what I'm more excited for - the group art project, the sound bath, or the heated salt water plunge pool. How about you?

The good news is that you don't have to choose. It will all be available at the retreat. And only if you really like filling out Google Forms do you actually have to tell me which one you liked the best. :)

Whether you want to stay overnight (9 spots available) or come for the day (3 spots available), the retreat is your oyster! And I have a fun announcement about the activities and workshops that will be available...

Luminous & Grounded has never truly been a one-woman show, appearances aside. I have a tremendous network of talented people that I call colleagues. They educate me, inspire me, support me, heal me... at the retreat you get to meet some of them!

In addition to the quintessential elements of being Luminous & Grounded (yummy NTP-approved allergy-friendly food, foot baths, bioresonance...) you'll also be treated to:

*Individual and group art projects
*Breath work and Pilates basics
*Acupressure ear seeds
*Sound Bath experience

Whether you come for the whole weekend or Saturday only, these offerings will be available to all. Of course finding a cozy nook to read or journal, relaxing in the heated pool or sitting by the fire pit are always options, too. This is probably a good time to mention that I'll provide the structure, but engage as much or as little as you like. My goal is to have you return feeling like your batteries are fully charged, ready to plunge into Spring. :)

The links are now open for booking!

Yes, you will generally be sharing a bed, or at a minimum a bedroom, so you may want to book two at a time to ensure your bestie/sister/spouse is the one sharing with you. If you need time to coordinate, please let me know so I can keep an eye on things behind the scenes and advise you accordingly. If you need a roommate, shoot me an email!

Rest assured that trip insurance has been purchased in the case of a weather event. Once you pay your deposit there will be a Retreat Agreement to sign. When we get to March I'll issue the House Rules and make sure everyone's food sensitivities are addressed. If you have any questions about details like this, please email me!

Can't wait to see you there!
Rachel

Save the Date: Friday, December 13th 11am-4pm
Holiday Open House, Meet Faith, and Detox Your Socks Off! (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A044CADA822A6F49-52745877-holiday #/)

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09/24/2024

Have I worked on your dog?

I'm attending Dogtoberfest at Shipgarten (https://shipgarten.com/event/dogtober-fest/) on Saturday as a vendor. If you think more pet parents should know about Emotion Code and Body Code, could you hit reply?

Quick request! (and I mean quick... please don't spend more than 5 minutes on this...) I'm looking to publish some testimonials about how EC/BC has been beneficial to your pet or your relationship with your pet.

Please include one or more of the following:

*Name
*Photo
*Your pet's primary challenge(s)
*Testimonial about how Emotion Code/Body Code helped you and your pet

I'm planning to make a collage and this would be incredibly helpful in drawing attention to the booth and promoting Emotion Code and Body Code for pets.

Thank you so much for taking the time to help!

xo Rachel, Milo and all the pets :)

If you're local, swing by Dogtoberfest (https://shipgarten.com/event/dogtober-fest/)

and bring your pooch. The event (https://shipgarten.com/event/dogtober-fest/) is free!

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08/28/2024

Build Confidence in Muscle Testing

I love when clients tell me they've been playing around with muscle testing. If we could spend your Emotion Code sessions jumping in the way-back machine to release old, stuck emotions while you keep up with the day-to-day stressors, that would be kind of a dream, wouldn't it?

I'm hosting a Muscle Testing Basics workshop to help clients practice and establish confidence with various forms of muscle testing. This is so you can self-assess and practice on friends and family (not a professional level certification). This will be limited to 12 attendees, so jump on that early bird rate!

Workshop Details

Saturday, October 19th
9am - noon
Falls Church, VA

Through September 10th: $59
September 11th - October 18th: $79
Day of: $99

At the workshop we will review and practice the following methods:
Sway
Ring-in-ring
Elbow
Pendulum

We'll also go over the common pitfalls and blocks to accuracy such as dehydration and chemical blocks.

All tools will be provided. Just come with your curiosity!

Looking for a Saturday Appointment?

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07/23/2024

Luminous & Grounded is 10 Years Old Today!

"How to celebrate with those both near and far?" I've been rolling this question around in my brain for months. I know I'll be eating funfetti cake today, but what about everyone else? Then it dawned on me. Music.

Whether there was going to be an official party or not, we would need music! Billy Idol taught me a long time ago that we can dance by ourselves. So whether you’re rolling solo today or in a room with 100 other people, I present...

our soundtrack. (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1hXDD7KPz7E85J3vttkiMH?si=KpWSXEmBTvSCGn-spXQ0ag&pi=u-2mMH5U-PSPOA&nd=1&dlsi=fcb48bbf22f34691)

Mix Tapes are My Love Language (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1hXDD7KPz7E85J3vttkiMH?si=KpWSXEmBTvSCGn-spXQ0ag&pi=u-2mMH5U-PSPOA&nd=1&dlsi=fcb48bbf22f34691)

Swapping mix tapes with friends was a window to the soul. I was the teenager cutting up magazines like I was drafting a ransom note, transforming them into cover art. Ready to launch myself across the bed at a moment’s notice in case the radio dj finally played that song.

When digital music was introduced I remember feeling joy, but also overwhelm. Playlists were no longer limited to 18-22 songs. What about the arc? The mood? I found myself coming up with themes just to maintain integrity.

That's when I came up with story playlists.
Today I made one for us. :)

I’m a little rusty, but the nostalgia and sheer joy of 10 years(!) eclipses any concern that this playlist will be cringe-inducing in another 10 years (or 10 minutes). Scroll on down and take a look at the L&G retrospective.

Like all the mixes that came before it, I hope this:

sparks a vibe
gets you through a tough time
generates a sweat
inspires you
leaves you grinning from ear to ear

Thanks for being here. xo Rachel

10 Years of Being Luminous & Grounded (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1hXDD7KPz7E85J3vttkiMH?si=KpWSXEmBTvSCGn-spXQ0ag&pi=u-2mMH5U-PSPOA&nd=1&dlsi=fcb48bbf22f34691)

Looking Back

In engineering school You Learn to make things more efficient. My specialty was buildings, but I found myself asking how to turn my body into a well-oiled Machine. Headed to the store for produce and probiotics, I was sick of being sick. I wanted my body to feel like Home again. Did I have to Change everything? Answer: I needed a complete audit to Wake Me Up.

After a couple years my health was More or less situated. It was time to Share That Love for health and nutrition. Food journals and meal plans. Supplements and sleep hygiene. I was a food-focused Cheerleader. Gluten-free substitutes and everything Coconut. Avoid Sugar. Dark Chocolate is okay. Eat your veggies. Use herbs and spices. That includes Green Onions. If they’re fermented, even better. Raise Your Glass of kombucha and say, “Cheers!”

Then there were the oils. Not sure if I Found You or you found me, but some of us met when I was teaching weekly essential oil classes. Diffusers leaving us all in a Lavender Haze. Then we had a pandemic. Aromatherapy education over Zoom seemed like Virtual Insanity if you asked me. We had thyme and time, but No Time together.

In isolated Times Like These I was grateful to have a dog. She became the Luminous & Grounded mascot. I Can’t Be Happier that so many of you effortlessly fell in love with Haruko. She Talks To Angels, that one. If I didn’t bring my ‘A’ game she was all, “Here, I’ll Fix You!” She tilted my beliefs on their side, and if you ask me 'til the day I die, if that dog had a Connection with (loving, good-natured) Spirits… 100%. I Won’t ever understand it, but I know what I witnessed Over and Over.

It’s tough to reflect on the last 10 years without mentioning what’s Toxic. For some it’s gluten and glyphosate. Or pollen and dust. Mold is a Beast of Burden, for sure. EMF used to be a band, not a health concern. But you know which toxin sticks out the most? Negative self image. When someone says “I don’t know how to Love Myself,” or “I don’t know what’s in the way of being Happy.” :(

First, I wish you could See Yourself In My Eyes. Second, Applause. You showed up and said “This Must Be the Place.” A place of Healing. I Ain’t Worried at that point. You Get What You Give, and you’re saying, “I Am Here, ready to put in my Heart and Soul.” This Is Me saying “Let’s Go!”

Now in the tenth year I do Emotion Code and Body Code 80% of the time. You got me over the hump of working every evening and weekend. Thank You. I am so, so grateful for everyone who Breathed life into Luminous and Grounded these last ten years. Glowing while you still have your feet on the ground is a balancing act. I Go Back to how lucky I am to have a job I look forward to every single day. Undoubtedly Life Is Better With You, my clients, colleagues and friends. From Now On let’s chase Dreams together. These Are Days I look forward to. The Lovely Days ahead.

And now... I Wanna Dance with Somebody! Time to Celebrate. Conga. Vogue. Party Rock. Whatever gives you that Electric Feel. Music is the best illustration of how frequencies makes us feel. Choose songs that make you smile. Because You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile! 🥳

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06/22/2024

Won't you be my neighbor?

It's a beautiful ☀️ day for a neighbor!

Office space available at 103 Rowell Ct.
Scroll down for details.

Available July 1st

Click reply for more information or to schedule a tour with me. Thank you!

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06/07/2024

It's Time to Celebrate!

Next month marks the 10 year anniversary of Luminous & Grounded. We're going to celebrate for the rest of the year! 🥳 But first...

My mascot-in-training turns ONE today! Happy Birthday Milo!

Milo has a gift for all the pet parents!

Buy ONE Emotion Code/Body Code session
for your pet, get ONE for free.

That's a savings of $85!
(Told you we were in celebration mode over here!)

All sessions will be completed via photo proxy and a report will be issued to the pet parent. Reply to this email to book!

Now onto the next big thing...

Enter to Win Free Movie Tickets!

Also on your to-do list for this weekend: fill out this brief survey (https://forms.gle/YnXNbnjhP2pcfLdVA) for a chance to win a $50 Fandango gift card to see Inside Out 2!

When you spend all day every day clearing emotions from people (and animals...), you've had this film premiere on your calendar for well over a year. I'm excited, and I want to share that excitement with you by gifting one lucky client a night at the movies!

Please fill out this Google form (https://forms.gle/YnXNbnjhP2pcfLdVA) by the time you go to bed on Tuesday night. I'll be selecting the winner on Wednesday. That gives you time to reserve your tickets and binge watch the first movie in case you never saw it or you need a refresher.

I'll be using an online randomizer and recording the results, so if you prefer not to share your true identity you are welcome to use an alias (get creative!). Just make sure you share your actual name where it asks in the Google form (https://forms.gle/YnXNbnjhP2pcfLdVA) so I know who Suzie "Anxiety is my Middle Name" McGillicuddy really is. 😉

How would you celebrate?

One more thing... I'm curious how you would celebrate 10 years in business. Or how you think I should mark the occasion. Hit reply and let me know!

xo Rachel

Luminous & Grounded
Est. July 23, 2014

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11/25/2023

Little City gift card program is back! (https://app.yiftee.com/gift-card/falls-church-va -sales-program)

Check the list (https://app.yiftee.com/gift-card/falls-church-va/locations) for your favorite Falls Church businesses, including yours truly.

Having received $100K in funding, The Little City Gift Card (http://www.fallschurchva.gov/2168/The-Little-City-Gift-Card) program is providing another holiday season of bonus gift cards to support our local economy. For every gift card you buy, you’ll receive an additional 50% of the value for free from the City.

That means you can purchase a gift card for $150 (https://app.yiftee.com/gift-card/falls-church-va -sales-program) to cover your Emotion Code + Ion Cleanse, then pop down the street for a free $75 dinner courtesy of The Little City. Or buy a $50 gift card to use on your next round of supplements and get $25 to spend on coffee, stocking stuffers or a yoga class. The possibilities are endless!

Limit of 3 Bonus Cards Purchased per Person. Unspent bonus card value expires 90 days after the card purchase date. The remaining card balance never expires.

Grateful for our community, today and every day!

Happy Small Biz Saturday. :)
XO Rachel

10/23/2023

Order Form is Live! (https://forms.gle/KiCKGMNvocpSnfq69)

Attention clients in the DMV: I'm pleased to offer "beyond organic" turkeys for pickup at my office Wednesday, November 15th. The order form (https://forms.gle/KiCKGMNvocpSnfq69) is live and pricing info is on the Google Form.

Drop-off time is TBD, so please provide your best contact number for text updates the day of. You can also make arrangements to pick up your turkey on the following day, but please note they are frozen and storage at the office is limited.

Eggs are available also! You are welcome to order eggs without ordering a turkey.

Now before you say, "That's random..." I had some very humble beginnings as a health coach (almost) 10 years ago, and that included making deliveries for Polyface and co-leading farm tours in Swope. Sometimes the nostalgia just hits, ya know?

Even my non-local and/or vegetarian clients might be interested to click and read (https://polyfacefarms.com/guiding-principles/) more about this beloved farm. As Michael Pollan likes to point out, "You are what you eat eats too."

Hopefully I'll talk to you again in the next month, but in case I don't allow me to paraphrase "Lunatic Farmer" Joel Salatin's quasi-famous benediction:

May all your carrots grow long and straight.
May the rains be gentle on your pastures.
May we all leave the planet in a better place than it was found.

In gratitude,
Rachel

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