Crown to Root / Well-being Center

08/23/2025

08/22/2025

👀 What if I told you the universe’s best-kept secret for intuition… is hanging in the sky every single day? ☀️💫

For thousands of years, people didn’t just see the sun as a ball of fire—they saw it as a living, conscious being. And one of the boldest ways to connect with it is through sun gazing: looking at the sunrise or sunset (when it’s safe) and letting that light in.

That golden light hits the pineal gland (a.k.a. your third eye 👁️). Spiritually, this is your intuition switchboard, the place that opens inner vision and deeper connection with Source. Sun gazers say they get:
✨ Random “downloads” of insight
✨ A natural meditative calm
✨ Feeling plugged into the universe itself
✨ More physical energy/chi
✨ Mental clarity
✨ Nervous system reset

The pineal also runs your sleep-wake cycle. When it syncs with the sun, you get better sleep, steadier energy, and brighter moods. (Yep—science shows light directly affects this gland—Lewy et al., 1980; Reiter et al., 2014.)

⚠️ Safety vibes first: Only gaze within 1 hour of sunrise or 1 hour before sunset. Never at midday. Start with a few seconds, then build slowly. The sun should be soft and orange or red, not white or bright!

Think of the sun as spiritual Wi-Fi—always broadcasting energy, wisdom, and clarity. All you have to do… is tune in. 🌞💫

👉 Have you ever tried sun gazing, or would you be curious to give it a shot?

Drop a ☀️ in the comments if you feel the sun calling you!

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08/21/2025

✨ Frequency Flow Thursday!

At the core of every living thing is energy. It’s what different traditions call chi, prana, ki or life force. Science shows us that all matter vibrates at certain frequencies, and this includes our bodies, thoughts, and emotions.

🌱 Practices like Qi Gong and Tai Chi are ancient ways of working with chi (life force) through mindful movement, breath, and intention. Over time, these practices improve circulation, reduce stress, strengthen immunity, and create more balance in body and mind.

💜 Reiki works with this same universal life force energy. Instead of movement however, Reiki uses gentle touch & intention to encourage energy to flow where it’s needed. Like Qi Gong or Tai Chi, Reiki is not tied to any religion — it simply supports the body’s natural ability to restore harmony.

✨ Think of it this way:
• Qi Gong/Tai Chi = moving energy through the body with flow and breath.
• Reiki = moving energy into the body to restore balance.
• Both = by practicing on a regular basis, Reiki strengthens your natural connection to life force energy and raises your frequency.

📚 Studies show that energy-based practices can reduce stress hormones, improve sleep, and boost mood (Jahnke et al., 2010; McManus, 2017). With consistent practice, the benefits compound over time — much like daily exercise for your physical body.

When we work with energy, whether through movement, sound, or Reiki, we’re tuning our whole system to a higher state of balance and vitality.

✨ Chi is life. Frequency is the language it speaks.

Would you try one of these energy practices to feel the shift for yourself? Drop a 💜 if you would, or have!

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08/20/2025

✨ Wellness Wednesday- Salt isn’t the enemy, the “wrong” kind of salt is!

Did you know salt’s bad reputation actually came from processed food, not the kind of salt/sodium your body truly needs? 🧂

Here’s the truth:
➡️ Sodium & potassium are partners. Together, they keep your cells hydrated, your muscles firing, and your energy steady.
➡️ The problem isn’t salt itself. Most of the “too much sodium” comes from processed foods loaded with refined table salt. That’s why health guidelines started pushing low-salt diets.
➡️ But your body actually needs salt, just the right kind. Natural mineral salts come with trace minerals your body uses and needs every day.

• Too much sodium + low potassium = bloating, high blood pressure, fatigue.
• Too little sodium = dizziness, headaches, muscle cramps.
• Too little potassium = weakness, irregular heartbeat, low energy.
Balance keeps your cells, nerves, and muscles working smoothly.

💡 Simple steps:
• Ditch refined table salt for a mineral-rich option. (My favorites are posted in the photo)
• Add more potassium-rich foods like leafy greens, avocado, bananas, real maple syrup and coconut water.

👉 Balance is the key - not restriction.

💜 Do you use mineral salt at home? I do, I put a pinch in my morning water with a touch of maple syrup!
Drop a “yes” or “not yet” in the comments!

08/19/2025

🌱 Small Step, Big Impact: Ditch Hidden Toxins

“Detox your life” doesn’t mean tossing everything overnight. The sneakiest toxins hide in the everyday stuff we use—and swapping them out one by one makes a huge difference.

👀 Surprising culprits to watch:

⚡ Plastics – BPA + phthalates can leach from food containers, water bottles, and cookware into your meals. Swap for glass, stainless steel, or even reuse jars.
⚡ Cosmetics & personal care – Many contain parabens + phthalates that disrupt hormones. Choose clean brands with a simple ingredient lists.
⚡ Scented candles/sprays – That “fresh” scent often hides VOCs. Try beeswax candles or simmer citrus + herbs instead.
⚡ Non-stick pans – Coatings can release harmful chemicals when they break down. Safer swaps: cast iron, enamel, or stainless steel.
✨ Note: high-quality stainless steel (18/10 or 304) is durable, safe, and non-toxic.
⚡ Pesticides – Found on produce + in pest control. Wash fruits/veggies well or go organic when possible.
⚡ Air pollution – Not just outdoors; household cleaners and aerosols add to your indoor load. Ventilate often and choose low-tox options.
⚡ Processed foods – Additives + preservatives sneak toxins onto your plate. Stick to more whole, real foods.
⚡ Medications – Life-saving when needed, but long-term or unnecessary use can tax the liver. Always follow guidance + support detox pathways.
⚡ Electronics – Contain heavy metals + flame retardants. Limit direct contact (like keeping laptops off your lap) and recycle responsibly.

💡 Each swap you make tells your body: “I got you.” No need for perfection—just one improvement at a time.

Any of these hidden toxins surprised you? Comment below 👇

08/18/2025

💪🏼 Muscle Monday | Why Regular Self-care Sessions Matter

Most people book a massage or Reiki when they’re already feeling overwhelmed,
tight shoulders, racing thoughts & exhaustion. And while one session helps, the truth is that stress relief works best when it’s consistent.

Here’s why ⬇️
Stress Lives in the Body-
It isn’t only “in your head.” It settles in your muscles, nervous system, and even digestion. A single massage session can release tension, but those patterns build back up if care stops there and you get back to life as usual.

Your Nervous System Learns-
Every time you receive a massage or Reiki, your body shifts into “rest and digest” mode. With regular sessions, your nervous system starts to remember how to relax. That means:
• Less tension piling up
• Calmer emotional responses
• More resilience to daily stressors

🌿 The Cumulative Effect-
Think of each session like watering a plant. One watering revives it, but steady care keeps it thriving. The same goes for your body—regular sessions build on one another, creating long-lasting calm and balance.

✨ Bottom Line:
One session = relief.
Regular sessions = resilience.

💬 Comment below—when was the last time your body felt truly relaxed?
💜 Double tap if you agree stress relief is better with consistency!

08/16/2025

GERD: Reclaiming Your Health
👉🏼The Problem with Long-Term Acid Suppressants

We’ve been talking about GERD and the dangers of Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and antacids. Though they may offer short-term relief, relying on them long-term comes with serious risks.

🔻 Here’s what many don’t realize:
Stomach acid is essential for breaking down food, absorbing nutrients, and killing harmful pathogens. When acid production is suppressed for extended periods, it can lead to:

⚠️ Nutrient deficiencies
Especially magnesium, B12, iron, calcium, and zinc—all critical for energy, bone health, immunity, and mood. This makes since right? If you can’t break down foods, how can you absorb nutrients?

⚠️ Increased infection risk
Low stomach acid allows harmful bacteria like H. pylori and C. diff to thrive, and may contribute to SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth).

⚠️ Rebound acid overproduction
When you stop PPIs suddenly, acid levels can spike, making symptoms feel worse and keeping you stuck in the cycle. It’s vital to slowly wean yourself off as you heal your gut. I’d say it took me about 2 years to successfully get off and heal- today my gut health is at the top of my focus. Maybe I’m hypersensitive about it- but I don’t want to go through that again!

I believe because GERD is so common, many people stay on these medications for years without addressing the root causes of reflux—like low stomach acid, poor digestion, stress, bad gut biome and/or not wanting to address their diet.

💡 The good news? You can take steps to restore digestive function naturally—and that’s exactly what we’ll explore in the coming weeks.

You deserve more than symptom suppression. You deserve healing. 💜

Like this content? Drop a 💜 in the comments!

📚 Sources:
• Reimer C, et al. Gastroenterology, 2009.
• Freedberg DE, et al. JAMA Intern Med., 2015.
• Lam JR, et al. JAMA Intern Med., 2013.

08/15/2025

☀️ It’s Friday!

08/14/2025

💓 432 Hz — The Frequency Your Heart Feels Before Your Mind Knows Why

Ever feel your chest physically melt when a song hits just right?
That’s not just “chill vibes” — your heart is literally syncing with the sound.

🎶 432 Hz is often called the heart-centered frequency. And studies show that music tuned to 432 Hz can increase heart rate variability (HRV) — a key marker of nervous system balance and resilience.

When HRV improves, your body moves from fight-or-flight into rest-and-digest mode.
This creates heart-brain coherence — where your heartbeat and brain waves fall into a smooth, synchronized rhythm.

🧘‍♀️ Try this right now:
1. Close your eyes and breathe slowly.
2. Listen to the attached video, my bowls are tuned to 432 Hz.
3. Notice your chest… does it feel lighter? Warmer? More open?

This isn’t magic — it’s physics. Your heart’s electromagnetic field is the strongest in your body, and sound waves at 432 Hz seem to “massage” it into harmony.

💡 As soon as I find my bowls (IYKYK 🤨) I’ll make a longer video. 😍

💬 Did you feel it? Drop a 💜 in the comments so we can spread the calm.

📚 Sources:
[1] Calamassi, D., & Pomponi, G.P. (2019). Music Tuned to 440 Hz versus 432 Hz and the Health Effects: A Double-Blind Cross-Over Pilot Study. Explore, 15(4), 283–290.
[2] McCraty, R. et al. (2009). Coherence: Bridging Personal, Social, and Global Health. Integral Review, 5(1), 10–115.

08/13/2025

🧬 Wellness Wednesday
Can psychedelics slow aging? 🧠🍄

Another new study published is gaining attention for its bold findings on psilocin, the active metabolite of psilocybin (found in certain psychedelic mushrooms). In lab experiments, psilocin extended the lifespan of human cells by nearly 57% — and in aging mice, it improved survival rates and physical health markers. 👀

What you say?!:
Can psychedelics influence cellular aging? Could they play a future role in longevity medicine?

If you caught my earlier post on how psilocybin may help reorganize brain dysregulation, you already know this compound has potential far beyond mood support. Now, researchers are exploring whether it also impacts how we age at the cellular level.

Don’t get too excited:
🧪 These results come from early-stage research on cells and mice, not people.
⚠️ Psilocybin’s psychological effects require professional guidance and legal caution. Don’t just go play with your brain chemistry!
🚫 There is currently no evidence that it extends lifespan or aging in humans. But I have hope!!

….. this opens fascinating doors into how psychedelic compounds may affect biological systems beyond the brain — including the pathways that influence how we age.

We’re finally discovering how to use science to heal those deeply interconnected relationships between our mental, emotional, and cellular health.

Stay curious, and if you like this content, drop a 💜 in the comments!



Kato, K., Kleinhenz, J. M., Shin, Y‑J., Coarfa, C., Zarrabi, A. J., & Hecker, L. (2025). Psilocybin treatment extends cellular lifespan and improves survival of aged mice. npj Aging, Volume 11, Article number 55 (published July 8, 2025); DOI: 10.1038/s41514-025-00244‑X

08/12/2025

💤 Want better health? Start by doing… nothing.

Forget the gym. Forget meal prep. 🤯
If you want the biggest upgrade to your health, start with sleep — the foundation that makes everything else work.

Here’s why:
• 🧠 Brain detox – During deep sleep, your brain flushes out toxins linked to memory loss & cognitive decline. The only time this happens is during restorative sleep!
• 🛡 Immune boost – Just one night of poor sleep can slash your immune defense by a whopping 70%!
• 🫀 Metabolism & weight – Sleep deprivation spikes hunger hormones, slows metabolism, and increases belly fat storage.
• ❤️ Stress resilience – Well-rested people have more balanced cortisol, which protects your heart and mental health. And on the flip side, you can’t have good sleep if your cortisol is out of wack!

Without good sleep, your workouts are less effective, your food choices get worse, and your body stays in a stressed, inflamed state.
Fix sleep first → then add exercise and nutrition for maximum results.

What can you do tonight:
Pick one — either go to bed 30 minutes earlier, set a strict no-phone time 1 hour before sleep, and limit eating prior to 4 hours of bedtime.

💬 Do you agree that sleep is more important than diet and exercise? Comment below with “YES” or “NO” — I want to hear your take!

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