For years, she had been both a practitioner and a teacher of yoga, experiencing firsthand the profound benefits that yoga brought to her body and life. She had seen how this ancient practice transformed her own well-being, as well as, the lives of her students. Yoga, for her, was more than a series of postures—it was a tool for healing and self-discovery. This deep appreciation for yoga’s ability to foster transformation led her to pursue the next step in her journey: enrolling in the Yoga Therapy Program at Southwest Institute of Healing Arts (SWIHA).
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Topics:
yoga therapy,
Great Graduate,
yoga therapist,
International Association of Yoga Therapy
What was your life like before SWIHA? What led you to SWIHA and to your particular program of study? Why are you passionate about this modality?
Before SWIHA I was working in Western Medicine and always felt something was missing. Something deeper than just "the illness". It was stressful, and in my last five years, my calling to find the answers grew stronger. I was always drawn to Holistic Medicine and was gifted, however, I had a fear of acceptance in the community due to childhood trauma.
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Topics:
holistic entrepreneur,
Great Graduate,
Meditation,
IHAP,
End of Life Doula
Before attending Southwest Institute of Healing Arts (SWIHA), Annalissa found herself feeling lost and unsure about her future. She describes a time when she was simply living day by day, without a clear plan or vision for what was ahead. Life lacked direction, however, everything changed when she discovered the chance to help others through nutrition and holistic wellness with SWIHA’s Holistic Health and Wellness Coaching program.
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Topics:
Great Graduate,
Holistic Nutrtion,
Holistic Healh and Wellness Coach,
Whole Foods Culinary Specialist,
Holistic weight loss
Charles LaPac’s life underwent a remarkable transformation after enrolling in SWIHA’s Integrative Yoga Therapy program. His path began with an interest in Reiki, a spiritual healing technique that opened his eyes to the profound connection between mind, body, and spirit. This initial curiosity eventually guided him to pursue Yoga Teacher Training, where he discovered the powerful practices and philosophies that define yoga. Now, he is on an inspiring journey to becoming a Certified Yoga Therapist, dedicating his time and energy to mastering the art of yoga and teaching others how to harness its benefits for their own healing journeys.
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Topics:
yoga therapy,
Great Graduate,
Amrit Institute,
International Association of Yoga Therapy
"Meditation is not reserved for saints and sages; it is a practice for everyday people seeking peace and clarity in their lives." - Ram Dass
Have you ever felt like meditation is this elusive secret club reserved for the Zen masters of the world? You're not alone. The idea of sitting in silence, attempting to silence the endless chatter of the mind, can feel daunting, if not downright impossible. What if I told you that meditation isn't about achieving perfection or silencing your thoughts completely? What if I told you that you, yes you, can meditate too? Let's dive into this transformative practice together and discover its myriad benefits, debunking myths along the way.
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Topics:
Great Graduate,
Meditation,
integrative healing arts practitioner,
IHAP,
Mindful Meditation,
Meditation Practice
What was your life like before SWIHA? What led you to SWIHA and to your particular program of study? Why are you passionate about this modality?
In 2021, I reached my eleven year anniversary at an insurance company I had been working at since I was 20 years old. I grew up with a passion for art, always painting and drawing, however, like most young adults, I was encouraged to take a job that paid well and had “great benefits”. I always knew that I loved to help others, and I tried to incorporate that in the corporate world by training and assisting coworkers who needed additional help. Yet eventually I began to burn out, and my soul just knew this wasn’t what I was meant to be doing.
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Topics:
Great Graduate,
hypnotherapy program,
Past Life Regressions,
Subconscious,
Advanced Hypnotherapy
Hey there, beautiful souls! Today, let's explore a topic that resonates deeply with me – the postpartum journey. After the whirlwind of emotions that comes with welcoming your little one into the world, the postpartum period can feel like a rollercoaster ride. Fear not, with some thoughtful planning and self-care, it can also be a time of incredible growth and connection with your new mini-me.
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Topics:
Self-care,
Holistic Health and Wellness Coach,
End of Life Doula,
Holistic Nutrition Specialist
Our dreams hold so much information and healing…if we take the time to listen to them. Listen to them? I barely remember them. How am I supposed to listen to my dreams if I can barely remember my dreams? We remember our dreams by becoming active participants in our dreams.
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Topics:
Dreams,
integrative healing arts practitioner,
IHAP,
SWIHA Students,
Dreams and Metaphors
“This Joy that I have, the world didn’t give it and the world can’t take it away.” - Shirley Caesar
Wellness doesn’t mean we’re happy and joyous every day. What it means is when the hard days come, when your emotions are all over the place, when your anger gets the best of you, you have the tools to get through it a little easier. Many of us struggle with mental well-being issues at one point or another. When you are diagnosed with mental illness, it’s imperative that you receive help from an expert in the field. There are things we can do daily to work on our mental well-being.
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Topics:
Great Graduate,
Health and Wellness,
wellness toolbox
“Why am I here?” “What am I supposed to be doing with my life?” “What’s my life purpose?” “Am I even on track?”
Throughout my astrology readings, I hear these questions over and over again. We are taught from a very early age to seek out a purpose and direction in our lives. We ask, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” of our 3 and 4-year-olds as if they will declare their dream and direct the rest of their life by it. Flash forward 40 or 50 years, and as adults, for many, the dream is gone and we feel unfulfilled and “off track” or altogether lost on what our purpose is.
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Topics:
life purpose,
Great Graduate,
Meditation,
joy,
Purpose