The Sound Within Us

07/25/2025

Today is the Day Out of Time

A sacred pause between worlds… a moment to step outside the artificial calendar and realign with natural time.

Most people don’t know this day exists—but the Mayans did. It’s a day for reflection, forgiveness, creativity, and dreaming a new world into being.

Learn why the Gregorian calendar keeps us out of sync—and how Mayan wisdom can guide us back to harmony.

📖 Read the full article 👇

https://thesoundwithinus.com/wellness-articles/f/the-day-out-of-time

P.S. Discover your Galactic Signature and get your own 13 Moon Calendar at https://13moon.com 🌕

Remembering Natural Time in a World That Forgot

06/04/2025

I’ve spent much of my life working in commercial real estate accounting and later serving on Monroe Township’s sustainability committee. What I’ve seen over the years has shaped how I view development, environmental responsibility, and public transparency—especially when it directly affects our community.

Many residents have expressed frustration trying to get clear answers about the project happening behind our homes. Like so many of you, I’ve tried to raise concerns through the proper channels, only to be met with silence or deflection.

In the spirit of honesty, civic engagement, and hope for a better process, I’ve written this op-ed to share what I’ve experienced and why I believe we need more accountability—not less.

This is not about blame. It’s about protecting what matters to all of us.

📖 Read the full article here:

Now I’m Speaking Out—for My Community and for the Land.

05/21/2025

Storms will come—but so will resilience.
In my latest article, I reflect on what it means to grow intentional resilience in the face of chaos and uncertainty. With the garden as my guide, I explore the sacred dance between science, spirit, and survival. This is for anyone who’s ever stood in the storm and chosen to keep blooming anyway.

Read it now by clicking the link below.

Cultivating Intentional Resilience in Uncertain Times

05/18/2025

Sometimes healing means looking back—not to dwell, but to honor the journey that shaped you. Our latest article, “Honoring the Past Without Getting Stuck,” is a holistic guide for those navigating reconnection, emotional triggers, or simply ready to cleanse old energy and reclaim their peace.

Inside, we share grounding tools, energy hygiene rituals, and soulful practices to support emotional renewal. Whether you’re reconnecting with someone from your past or letting go in love, this is for you.

Read it now on The Sound Within Us and let your healing unfold with intention.

A Holistic Guide to Emotional Renewal and Energy Hygiene

05/17/2025

From Fear to Fascination
I used to be terrified of spiders—until life gave me a reason to see them differently. After being diagnosed with arachnoiditis, a condition named after the spider’s web, I felt a strange connection that I couldn’t ignore. What began as fear slowly turned into awe and appreciation through mindful exposure and deeper understanding.

In my latest article for The Sound Within Us, I share how this journey helped me heal—not just my phobia, but parts of myself I didn’t even realize were still afraid.

Read the full story and discover what spiders can teach us about transformation, resilience, and the power of perspective.

How I Overcame My Arachnophobia Through Exposure and Awareness

05/14/2025

Feeling the Shift? You’re Not Alone.
The energies right now are intense—especially for those who feel deeply, dream big, and walk the path less traveled. This short digital wellness check-in was recorded on a rainy afternoon as I reflected on the guidance coming through the recent Full Moon in Scorpio. If you’ve been feeling emotional waves, uncertainty, or the urge to redefine your path, this message is for you.

I pulled a card from the Starseed Oracle—“Forge, Don’t Follow”—and the message came in strong:
Be the leader you wish you had.

If you’re navigating upheaval, seeking balance, or simply needing a reminder of your mission, join me for this quick yet powerful video. I also share a glimpse into how gardening and intuitive practices help ground and restore during times of transition.

Let’s walk this path together—with courage, clarity, and compassion.

Watch now and share if this speaks to your soul.

https://youtu.be/B8ChxlzDCB4?si=nd6h-Ab6opTrGqOb

Digital Wellness Check-In | Forge Your Own Path, StarseedDate: 5/14/25 | New Moon in ScorpioIn today’s rainy-day reflection, I share a spontaneous message fo...

05/11/2025

Happy Mother’s Day!

04/17/2025

Sometimes, the heaviest burdens are the emotions never given space to be felt.

In every heart, there are quiet fires — emotions like anger that were once silenced, tucked away for survival, misunderstood as something shameful instead of sacred.

Today, The Sound Within Us shares an article exploring repressed anger: how it quietly shapes health, spirit, and connection without ever announcing itself.

This message is not one of blame or judgment, but of compassion — a gentle call to recognize what has been hidden, to honor the unseen wounds, and to begin the process of transmutation and healing.

For those who have carried unspoken pain, who have felt the weariness without knowing why — there is a path forward.

Healing is not only possible; it is waiting.

The Silent Fire Within

04/07/2025

I was deep in contemplation about the natural flow of life and how our ancestors honored balance through ceremony and connection with the Earth. In that moment, a clear insight came through: When things are in balance, everything is harmonious.

In this blog post, I explore how harmony begins within and how we can restore it through intention, consciousness, and reverence for all life.

Read it here:

There are moments when an insight enters with such clarity that it feels like a message from the Divine. Today, one such insight came to me: when things are in balance, everything is harmonious.

03/21/2025

Breaking Free from Unseen Chains: The Impact of Unhealed Trauma

Trauma isn’t always loud. It doesn’t always leave visible scars. Sometimes, it’s the quiet, insidious manipulation, the emotional neglect, or the conditioning that makes us doubt our own reality. When left unhealed, trauma shapes the way we think, feel, and interact with the world—often without us even realizing it.

Many people live their entire lives carrying the weight of emotional wounds they were never taught how to heal. These wounds can manifest as anxiety, self-doubt, people-pleasing, or even chronic illness. But the good news? Healing is always possible.

In my latest article, I dive deep into how unhealed trauma affects us, why it’s so hard to break free from generational cycles, and the steps we can take to reclaim our peace, power, and inner freedom. If this resonates with you, take a moment to read—it might be the shift you’ve been looking for.

✨ Read more here: https://thesoundwithinus.com/wellness-articles/f/breaking-the-cycle-of-trauma

How Unhealed Wounds Shape Our Lives and How to Heal Them

03/15/2025

Pain, grief, betrayal, and loss shape us in ways we don’t always realize. But what if our suffering isn’t just something to endure—but a doorway to transformation?

In my latest article, I share my personal journey of healing—not just my mind, but my emotions, spirit, and even my body. When those around us don’t understand our pain, we must become our own healers. We must release what no longer serves us, reclaim our power, and step fully into the light of who we are meant to be.

If you’ve ever felt unseen, unheard, or weighed down by past wounds, this is for you. You are not your pain. You are becoming.

Read more here:

Transforming Pain, Loss, and Betrayal into Strength and Wisdom

03/13/2025

🌿🔴 Transforming Chaos into Inner Harmony | Root Chakra Sound Healing 🔴🌿

I created this guided Root Chakra sound meditation as a deeply personal offering—one that reflects my own journey of turning external chaos into inner peace. Right now, as many of you know, the space outside my home is filled with the noise and disruption of a massive construction project. The sounds of heavy machinery, the loss of green space, and the relentless activity have challenged my sense of peace, grounding, and stability.

Instead of resisting the chaos, I chose to alchemize it.

This meditation was born from my personal practice of inner alchemy—the sacred art of transforming life’s turbulence into harmony. Using the Root Chakra singing bowl and the power of sound frequencies, I guide you through a process of:

✨ Releasing repressed anger and clearing energy blockages
✨ Realigning your energy body for deeper balance and strength
✨ Creating heart-brain coherence for emotional and mental clarity
✨ Grounding into stability even when the world around you feels unstable

The Root Chakra governs our sense of security, foundation, and connection to the Earth. When the outside world feels chaotic, this chakra is often the first to become unbalanced—leaving us feeling anxious, fearful, or disconnected. But through the power of sound healing, we can restore inner stability even in the most turbulent times.

This meditation is more than just a healing session—it’s a practice in choosing peace in the midst of upheaval. The world may be loud, unpredictable, and even unsettling, but our inner world is ours to shape, cultivate, and reclaim.

🌟 Join me in this journey of transformation. Take a deep breath, set your intention, and allow the vibrations of the Root Chakra singing bowl to bring you back home to yourself.

🎥 Watch the meditation here: https://youtu.be/nHR_1XTI-H0?si=maGZBr1arFdPCvVB

💬 How do you navigate chaos and find peace within? Let me know in the comments!

With love, resilience, and vibrational harmony,
Nicole Cicco | The Sound Within Us

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