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Review: Instacart

Since we’ve sold our car (and have chosen not to own a car any longer), we have been using Instacart and Uber Eats to deliver our groceries.

Home delivery of groceries frees up more of my time (to work and write), as well as saves me money from impulse-buying. Ha! Plus, I feel good about giving someone else a job!

Ironically, days after I published the second edition of a holistic health book I’d published in 2018, Have Yourself a Wholly Vibrant Life, I got a stomach bug, or ulcer, not sure which yet. I was so happy I have been using Instacart for home delivery of groceries. I sure didn’t feel like grocery shopping–though I could walk about 3 blocks to our local Winn-Dixie.

I was extremely pleased with the Diamond Instacart shopper we got to shop for us! She picked out fresher berries than I do when I shop in person! As well, she found a few items I typically have trouble finding when I’m in the store. Win-win! I was able to give her a second tip as well, which made me happy because I really felt she went above and beyond for us.

If you haven’t tried Instacart (or Uber Eats) for grocery home delivery, let me know if you try it and here’s a coupon code to save us both money on our next purchase: LADEBD416A

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If you have used Instacart or Uber Eats for grocery delivery, let me know in the comments. Do you prefer one over the other? I found that one is connected to one of our favorite grocery store while the other delivers from another grocery store, so that’s why I use both. And we all know not every grocery store sells the same items (which is why even when I did shop in person, I would go to both stores, typically alternating those visits every other trip).

Remember, use my discount code for Instacart to save us both money on our next groceries: LADEBD416A

Omniscience wants your best

Omniscience knows ALL. Omniscience is always with you. You are never alone. Thank you and blessings to you and many in all ways. OM

Be the best version of who you want to be–because if you’re reading my words your soul is probably beckoning you to align with it and live up to your highest ideals. Not perfect because who is perfect? Most stagnate or ‘get stuck’ while on their way to being whatever they think perfection is. Making progress is enough. Carrying your Karma lightly is enough. Be kind to yourself while living responsibly. Who you ARE affects us ALL. We Are All Connected.

The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.

About us

My husband is an award-winning illustrator, plus he’s a seasoned guitarist, bass player, and songwriter (with over 400 original songs). You can view some of his artwork and listen to all of his songs at: http://listen4music.com

Here’s a video of us performing on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/416711742?ref=fb-share

About me, your Spiral Sister



I would love to speak at your bookstore, crystal shop, acupuncture/chiropractor office, natural health foods store, art fair, music, or yoga festival. I support healthy lifestyle businesses. 

I invite you to check out my new metaphysical book–Blue Eyes: Ethereal Messages of Connection. There are two versions (Kindle and paperback) on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3WV68KF

I’m an Amazon bestselling author of two co-authored books: “Transform Your Life Book 2 Inspirational Stories and Expert Advice” and “Energy of Receiving” available on Amazon. Plus, I documented how I naturally reversed 30+ years of chronic asthma in my holistic health book, Take It Upon Yourself to Live a Wholly Vibrant Life, that’s available on Barnes and Noble with the second edition coming out soon on Amazon.

Connecting…

Follow me on Instagram for more stories about us no longer having a car and how we deal with that, using at-home delivery services like Instacart and Uber Eats, my new health book on Amazon, and much more: https://www.instagram.com/takeonyour

Review: Ancient Healing Secrets

I recently read a fascinating book on the topic of holistic healing, and it occurred to me that you might like to read it too.

The book is titled “Ancient Healing Secrets” and the author is Master Mingtong Gu. You can get a free digital copy by clicking on my affiliate link: https://cq860.isrefer.com/go/ancientsecrets/sheimur

Mingtong is a Qigong Master, the CEO for The Chi Center, and the founder of The Center for Wisdom Healing Qigong, near Santa Fe, New Mexico. He’s also a very loving man, and an excellent teacher.

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Master Mingtong’s own story begins in China, where he grew up, with serious health problems from a young age. As an adult he learned the ancient Chinese secrets of Wisdom Healing Qigong energy medicine, and that experience not only cured his illnesses – it completely transformed his life.

Now he has written this excellent book to help all of us discover the secrets of infinite energy, vitality, wellbeing, immunity and happiness.

–>Download Master Mingtong’s New Ebook – Free

Inside the book, you’ll learn…

>> The holistic mind-body-heart healing perspective of Eastern medicine (which is very different to what you might be used to!)

>> 5 ancient secrets that make Wisdom Healing Qigong so effective for health and wellness

>> The brain changes you can influence to create healthy new habits and let go of the past 

>> How one Chinese physician achieved a 95% improvement rate by teaching Qigong to people with known health issues

>> The latest scientific breakthroughs that confirm Wisdom Healing Qigong’s foundational principles

>> Plus lots more – I don’t want to spoil your reading experience, so I’ll let you see the rest for yourself!

–>Get your copy of “Ancient Healing Secrets” (no charge) 

I hope you enjoy it, and that it helps you find the healing and peace you seek.

I’ll make a small affiliate referral commission if you sign up for any of Master Mingtong’s courses, but I’d recommend. his classes anyway, regardless of that and 99% of the information on both of my blogs is free without any type of referral commissions, so this seems fair to me.

Omniscience wants your best

Omniscience knows ALL. Omniscience is always with you. You are never alone. Thank you and blessings to you and many in all ways. OM

Be the best version of who you want to be–because if you’re reading my words your soul is probably beckoning you to align with it and live up to your highest ideals. Not perfect because who is perfect? Most stagnate or ‘get stuck’ while on their way to being whatever they think perfection is. Making progress is enough. Carrying your Karma lightly is enough. Be kind to yourself while living responsibly. Who you ARE affects us ALL. We Are All Connected.

The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.

About us

My husband is an award-winning illustrator, plus he’s a seasoned guitarist, bass player, and songwriter (with over 400 original songs). You can view some of his artwork and listen to all of his songs at: http://listen4music.com

Here’s a video of us performing on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/416711742?ref=fb-share

About me, your Spiral Sister



I would love to speak at your bookstore, crystal shop, acupuncture/chiropractor office, natural health foods store, art fair, music, or yoga festival. I support healthy lifestyle businesses. 

I invite you to check out my new metaphysical book–Blue Eyes: Ethereal Messages of Connection. There are two versions (Kindle and paperback) on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3WV68KF

I’m an Amazon bestselling author of two co-authored books: “Transform Your Life Book 2 Inspirational Stories and Expert Advice” and “Energy of Receiving” available on Amazon. Plus, I documented how I naturally reversed 30+ years of chronic asthma in my holistic health book, Take It Upon Yourself to Live a Wholly Vibrant Life, that’s available on Barnes and Noble with the second edition coming out soon on Amazon.

Connecting…

Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takeonyour

Health benefits of Nordic Light Fish and Krill Oil

Do you supplement your diet with fish oil? Well, it’s one of the easiest ways to obtain the health benefits of fish without eating it–and I know several people simply dislike the taste of fish.

I take Nordic Light Fish and Krill Oil capsules. They are easy to take and have no flavor whatsoever. No more bad tasting cod liver oil necessary! I take this because we have recently reduced our meat consumption due my husband’s high blood iron count. And I feel this oil is a wonderful supplement.

Nordic Light Fish and Krill Oil capsules contain oil from the less known krill, a prawn-like creature found in all oceans. Krill is very high in nutrients. This makes it easy for me to follow my WildFit way of eating too, which focuses on high nutrition foods.

Some of the Benefits people have experienced from supplementing with Nordic Light Fish and Krill Oil:

  • Helps to prevent cardiovascular disease
  • Enhances memory and concentration
  • Has a positive effect on aging of the skin
  • Eases effects of psoriasis
  • Protects the skin against UV radiation
  • Improves digestion
  • Helps to reduce depression and improve quality of life
  • Relieves PMS symptoms
  • Provides relief for stiff and sore joints
  • Eases arthritis pain
  • Beneficial for cholesterol

Nordic Light Fish and Krill Oil capsules are a great way to replace yucky tasting cod liver oil.

Nordic Light Fish and Krill Oil was developed from a sincere desire to help improve our health.

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There was once a North Norwegian fisherman, Arild Karlsen, who wanted everyone to enjoy the health benefits offered by the delicacies of the sea, in pill form.

Arild was helped by a person who holds the doctorate at Omega3 at the University of Tromsø to develop an energy capsule consisting of 70 percent omega 3 and 30 percent krill oil based on small prawns.

As the fisherman was superstitious, he wanted to obtain the raw ingredients from the Arctic Ocean. This was because the light there has a magical effect on both people and fish; hence the product was named “Nordic Light.”

“We have spent five years achieving what we wanted to achieve with Nordic Light,” recounts the fisherman-come-businessman.

Karlsen says the entire process was carried out due to their genuine desire to help people.

He talks of customers who have recovered from everything from psoriasis to arthritis.

Customers have reported having more energy, and that their fingernails become stronger too!

Professor Tore Seternes demonstrates the effects of the capsule in the following way: he gets two glasses of water at body temperature. To the first glass, he adds pure omega 3. This forms a film. Omega 3 and krill oil are then added to the other glass. This mixes evenly and easily with the water.

“This fairytale-like mixture is easily adsorbed by the body. Customers therefore also experience rapid and positive improvement,” says founder Arild Karlsen.

Arctic Light Products Ltd. is a Tromsø-based trading company in Norway, which was founded in 2010 on the recommendation from Innovation Norway, and is owned by Irene Karlsen–the entrepreneur’s wife.

The beneficial oil is a blend of Omega 3 & Krill oil product that is sold under the brand name Nordic Light, specifically called, Nordic Light Fish and Krill Oil. Arctic Light supplies health food products directly from Norwegian producers to customers and distributors in the market.

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Arctic Light Products AS (AS ALP) activity began with an idea to create the best fishing oil product on the market today. The founder has personal experience of many years as both a fisherman, fishing boat captain, and fishing boat owner / captain of the fishing boat trawler before starting the development of the Arctic Light Products.

Arctic Light Products provide one of the cleanest product of its kind on the market, with a mixture of 70% highly concentrated Omega 3 (not of the liver), but from fish meat and 30% Krill Oil. Nordic Light Krill & Fish Oil is a product of high quality, it consists of 70% high grade Omega-3 and 30% Krill oil.

The fact that Nordic Light Krill & Fish Oil contains a mixture of fish oil and krill oil, makes this product unique. Because the absorption of Omega-3 in the body becomes much more efficient. Normal fish oil Omega3 uptake is about 45%, but Nordic Light Krill & Fish Oil has Omega3 that ca.92-94%, this is because when the phospholipids of krill oil is mixed with fish oil it mixes very easily and becomes soluble in water within the body. And this means that the absorption of Omega-3 is much larger.

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Anyone who has seen the Northern Lights know that it makes an impression. It is said that this light has a magical affect both humans and fish in the sea. The raw material in Nordic Light Fish and Krill Oil comes from aurora ocean. The name of the Northern Light came to the founder through his wife while he was working with to find the right color of the product, the red heart color.

The whole process has been completed by a sincere desire to help people who need a product that is unlike other fish oil produced from the liver. The mixture is 70% high grade Omega 3 and 30% Krill oil and has produced good positive results.

It also confirms the Karlsen’s belief that it was right to focus on quality, quality and quality of the entire line.

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Arild and Irene Karlsen, the makers of Nordic Light Fish and Krill Oil were blessed to find the expertise they needed to produce this fine quality product in Tromso.

The factory where Nordic Light Fish and Krill Oil is made is located in Troms–in the northernmost part of Norway. The Nordic Light name comes from this geographical interest. Raw materials and production are from this pure northern region.

Arild Karlsen spent over ten years to get the Nordic Light Krill Oil manufactured to the exacting standards he desired to present such an optimal product to everyone. Arild wishes with all his heart two help to improve the health of people.

Warning!

Krill oil must not be taken by people who are allergic to shellfish without first consulting with their licensed healthcare practitioner.

The company “Arctic Light Products AS” is based and currently has offices in Tromsø. Nordic Light Fish and Krill Oil is available for purchase on the company website.

Order this fantastic product at: http://www.northernlightproducts.no/ORDER

You can connect with the Karlsen’s on Facebook at:
http://www.facebook.com/krillolje?fref=ts

And watch their video on YouTube:
http://youtu.be/ycIqKiSJDMw

For more information, see the website or telephone: (+47) 41 63 81 53. The product will soon also be available in China, Spain and Poland.

Krill oil ingredients

To our feeling great, better health, and longevity,

Sheila Murrey

Your alternative holistic health researcher, author, and mindful Mind-Body-Spirit guru! Reach out to me if you need a boost, or a boot to get yourself back in charge of YOUR well-being.

Take it upon yourself to be healthy, joyful, wholly vibrant, and beautiful.

Be the best version of who you want to be–because if you’re reading my words your soul is probably beckoning you to align with it and live up to your highest ideals. Not perfect because who is perfect? Most stagnate or ‘get stuck’ while on their way to being whatever they think perfection is. Making progress is enough. Carrying your Karma lightly is enough. Be kind to yourself while living responsibly. Who you ARE affects us ALL. We Are All Connected.

The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.

About us

My husband is an award-winning illustrator, plus he’s a seasoned guitarist, bass player, and songwriter (with over 400 original songs). You can view some of his artwork and listen to all of his songs at: http://listen4music.com

Here’s a video of us performing on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/416711742?ref=fb-share

About me, your Spiral Sister

I would love to speak at your bookstore, crystal shop, acupuncture/chiropractor office, natural health foods store, art fair, music, or yoga festival. I support healthy lifestyle businesses.

I invite you to check out my new metaphysical book–Blue Eyes: Ethereal Messages of Connection. There are two versions (Kindle and paperback) on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3WV68KF

I’m an Amazon bestselling author of two co-authored books: “Transform Your Life Book 2 Inspirational Stories and Expert Advice” and “Energy of Receiving” available on Amazon. Plus, I documented how I naturally reversed 30+ years of chronic asthma in my holistic health book, Take It Upon Yourself to Live a Wholly Vibrant Life, that’s available on Barnes and Noble with the second edition coming out soon on Amazon.

Connecting…

Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takeonyour

Energy exchange welcome to: PayPal.Me/SheilaMurrey

Review: WildFit works!

After completing a WildFit 90 day challenge, I lost over sixteen pounds! WOW! And I am continuing to live WildFit. I now believe, if I were living in the jungle somewhere, I wouldn’t starve. And I am continuing to learn about herbs and vegetables I can grow in small containers too (but that’s a different topic). No, WildFit doesn’t mean you have to go out foraging for your food, which is kind of what I thought when I first signed up. LOL

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I am eating consciously. I am thinking about why I am going to the fridge each time BEFORE I head that way. I am also working with clay while I watch movies, documentaries, or series with my husband. It keeps my hands busy and coated with a bit of the clay too, so I am not tempted to eat anything. Ha! Little hack for ya.

I am continuing to do breathwork–it helps for sure (I do a couple of different kinds). And tap on my body whenever I feel stressed. (Yes, I have done EFT on myself for YEARS)!

Here’s the thing. For years, I tried different diets:

  • Carnivore Diet
  • Bone Broth Diet
  • Intermittent fasting
  • The Blood Type Diet
  • Vegetarian
  • Juice fasting
  • Raw Vegan
  • Jenny Craig

But now, I found Dr. Osborne who explains WHY my body never released weight (because my gut wasn’t in good shape) from ingesting pink slime all without my knowledge! Plus, I definitely know (after WildFit) that I had gut issues because I have issues with grains and dairy.

I was able to slowly incorporate mental strategies (over the course of the last three months of WildFit) that I’m thrilled to say have stuck. I consider what type of hunger I’m experiencing BEFORE I go to the kitchen to look for something to eat. I drink more water, and I am finding it easier to drink water (I infuse a pitcher of water with slices of cucumbers or lemons, alternating these every few days so I am not always consuming lemon water). I don’t miss white potatoes, rice, bread, or butter anymore. And I am continuing to release the excess weight (fat) from my body.

Links to previous articles on the diets I’ve done:

Wildfit: https://beingwhollyvibrant.wordpress.com/2022/08/14/wildfit/

Bone Broth Diet. https://beingwhollyvibrant.wordpress.com/2022/02/05/what-do-you-think-about-the-bone-broth-diet/

Citrus (Second attempt at raw vegan). https://beingwhollyvibrant.wordpress.com/2022/04/12/eating-citrus-for-a-month/

Intermittent fasting. https://beingwhollyvibrant.wordpress.com/2019/02/17/intermittent-fasting/

Carnivore. https://beingwhollyvibrant.wordpress.com/2022/06/29/how-i-lost-5-pounds-in-5-days/

https://sheilamurrey.net/2022/06/27/have-you-tried-the-carnivore-diet/

Go through WildFit and you’ll learn why/how we’re psychologically programmed/conditioned to drink, eat “treats,” etc. and more. Of course most of us know how media, TV, movies, commercials have programmed us, but WildFit puts it in a sequence that helps. 

Review: I can eat chocolate candy again! Thank you, Hershey!

If you’ve been told that you’re pre-diabetic or think you may have insulin resistance, you owe it to yourself to check into WildFit, Sugar Busters, or the like and start reading every label for each product you buy in the grocery store–as many (almost all packaged foods) include some form of sugar. 

And guess what? 

The human body doesn’t need all of that sugar! Sugar is NOT a food group!

I’d given up chocolate and any candy during the last three months on WildFit. But recently, before Halloween, I walked by a single package of something called, Hershey ZERO and thought I’d check it out. Normally, I order French chocolates from Universal Yums once a year in the winter, or buy some carob at the health food store whenever I am tempted to eat chocolate. I do love the taste and texture of chocolate melting in my mouth. And yes, I agree that’s from childhood “programming.”

I’ve lost over fifteen pounds in the last three months on WildFit and have about forty more pounds to release, so I’m not saying I’m going to eat these chocolates every day, but I am keeping some on hand for any conscious choice I have to treat myself. I may still order the French chocolate truffles from Universal Yums but Hershey really nailed the chemistry with these chocolates!

Hershey's ZERO chocolates and Reese cup ZERO candies.

Not to worry, these candies are just my temp solution for the holidays. I had to have stumbled upon them for a reason and 1 or 2 is enough for me to “treat myself well” including nostalgia and taste exactly like the real thing… understanding how I was and most people were “programmed” to eat this crap when we were kids. I will soon look at this as the scariest part of Halloween.

And as for these non-functional foods, I think they’re better for me than the Buc-ee’s mini cookies that my sister-in-law brought to my husband that I call “crack” because they’re so freakin’ addictive but I can say, No, to when they’re in the house. Ha!

How is this post categorized as “finding relief,” well, I guess because these little candies help me relieve snack attacks, which actually don’t happen all that often anymore, except that the holidays are coming!

A bit about me, your Spiral Sister

Fractal of Omniscience. “Spiral Sister”Observer & Perceiver of Energy & Wisdom from Nature. Empath|Author|Connector|Speaker|Singer. ❤️🦋🌀〰️🔥🙏☯️

I would love to speak at your bookstore, crystal shop, acupuncture / chiropractor office, natural health foods store, art fair, music or yoga festival. I support healthy lifestyle businesses. I’m an Amazon bestselling author of two co-authored books: “Transform Your Life Book 2 Inspirational Stories and Expert Advice” and “Energy of Receiving”, available on Amazon. Visit my author’s page here.

Plus, I documented how I naturally reversed 30+ years of chronic asthma in my holistic health book, Take It Upon Yourself to Live a Wholly Vibrant Life, that’s available on Barnes and Noble: here

Be the best version of who you want to be. As it really does affect us ALL. We Are All Connected.

Information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.

Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takeonyo

My natural cold remedies cabinet

In previous articles, I listed some of the best natural remedies I rely on for reducing sinus congestion (garlic capsules) and cough or cold. Now, I’d like to introduce you to the additions to my cold remedies cabinet for 2021/2022: https://beingwhollyvibrant.wordpress.com/2018/04/19/natural-remedies-for-a-cough-or-cold/

During virus season

I use a Neti pot (use this every morning and night to keep your sinuses clean and clear) and whenever I leave a store or other public place, I blow my nose fairly forcefully to clear my sinuses of anything I many have just picked up. This simple practice has helped keep me well during the 2020-2022 years.

During time visiting in hospital

For a head/throat cold-like bug (upper respiratory infection) I picked up while visiting my husband (who was in the hospital for 9 days), here’s what I took–and I rotated these depending on how I felt and what my symptoms were:

  • Neti pot (used twice a day)
  • Gargle with salt water (twice a day or whenever throat is sore)
  • N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) taken every 4 hours with food as needed
  • Vitamin D, Vitamin C, and Zinc
  • Young Living essential oil, Thieves and also in cough drops
  • Mullein (for dry coughs)
  • Garlic (capsules or in food, as needed to clear phlegm)
  • P73 Oreganol (as explained in previous linked article)
  • Good Energy (previously named, Nourish & Recharge Formula)
  • Propolis
  • L-Lysine
  • Slippery Elm
  • Neem
  • Turkey Tail
  • Marshmallow Root
  • Holy Basil
  • Ginger root (though this is warming, so if you have any other issues, such as damp-heat, you’ll want to avoid this or be prepared for the other issue to reoccur)
  • Various tea, though the Clear Lungs tea made a measurable improvement, less coughing
  • Various herbal supplements, and Good Energy made the most difference
  • Various cough drops, some with zinc

When this first started I grabbed my Vitamin C, Vitamin D, and Zinc (I’d already been taking Ashwagandha and simply continued taking it all through my 10-day coughing, froggy voice, and sore throat ordeal):

Ashwagandha, Vitamin C, Liquid Vitamin D3 with K2, and Zinc Supreme

Tea

The best tea I’ve found is, Clear Lungs tea made by my friend, Christina Slotin. You can order this tea and the Good Energy and other herbal supplements at:
https://herbal-cottage.com/

Lastly, I don’t get many colds when I remember to stir my tea with a copper spoon!

Other excellent teas to breathe easier
Sinology Vitamin D and Vitamin C add to your cup of tea

Supplements

Young Living essential oil: Thieves, Mullein Leaf, Nourish & Recharge Formula (now, Good Energy), and P73 Oreganol
Young Living essential oil: Thieves cough drops, Seasonal Sinus Support, and Good Energy
Garlic capsules/tablets, and Guggul herbs
Holy Basil and Propolis
Garlic, L-Lysine, Slippery Elm, Neem, Turkey Tail, Holy Basil, NAC, Marshmallow Root

My disclaimer: I offer this information for educational purposes only. You can use it to ask better questions of your licensed health practitioner. I am not a doctor. I am not diagnosing or offering any kind of treatment.

There are sooo many ways to assist and support our bodies and immune systems, that I feel whatever we need, we can find, but sometimes it is good if we can remind each other. And sometimes consistency is key to staying healthy.

I believe our bodies have innate healing abilities, as our skin heals on its own if we cut or burn it.

If it doesn’t hurt, why not give it a try?

The words in this post are my personal experiences only.

To our feeling great, better health, and longevity,

Sheila Murrey

Your alternative health researcher, joyful wellness guinea pig, and mindful Spirit-Soul-Mind-Body guru! Reach out to me if you need a boost, or a boot, to get yourself back in charge of YOUR well-being.

A bit about me:

An Amazon bestselling author of two co-authored books: “Transform Your Life Book 2 Inspirational Stories and Expert Advice” and “Energy of Receiving”, both available now. For information on both of my books, visit my Amazon author’s page — Click here.

I am available to come to your bookstore, crystal shop, acupuncture / chiropractor office, or other holistic / natural healthy lifestyle business for books signings and lectures. To connect, send an email.

If you’ve beat a chronic health challenge by alternative, integrative, or other natural remedy I’d love to hear about it. To connect, send an email.

I am interested in participating in any raw and living food’s festivals in Florida – if you would like to reach out to me to help you get that going! To connect, send an email.

Be the best version of who you want to be.

Information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.

Review: Unplug to Recharge, retreat I attended. Thank you, Gloria Grace Rand!

After a 16 hour adventure of a day that included: almost 2 hours driving over to Davenport, Florida, 12 hours of delightful retreat workshop activities, clean eating, body treatment under crystal lights, chatting with enlightened souls and making new soul bonds, and a bit more than one hour and a half driving back home to Bradenton, Florida… I was pooped but highly Energized! I thoroughly enjoyed my day (blessed IN Joy)!

Here’s my review of Unplug to Recharge retreat.

First, the other kindred spirits at this weekend retreat became new “soulie sisters” of mine! That means, we each felt as if we’d made a soul friend within minutes of meeting. And that’s always very aWEsOMe!

We started the morning by taking turns introducing ourselves to each other while holding a beautiful Talking Stick that Gloria brought. Those familiar with Stephen Covey’s classes, or Native American ceremonies will know what this is. It helped each of us feel heard, while encouraging the listeners to practice Active Listening skills (instead of thinking about what they would say next). We had fun with this routine though, and sometimes when one of us would get excited and want to burst with some statement, another would say, “Touch the stick, touch the stick”! And we would all roar with laughter!

Then, we moved to the massive kitchen table to being making salt scrub (mine’s in the glass jar with black lid in the photo). I was thrilled to do this activity because I’d tried this before (years ago–on my own) and hadn’t been very successful, so this was a treat! And now I know how to make this for myself from here on out. (Wink!) I used lavender essential oil and vanilla. It works well and smells sooo good!

Later in the day, we worked on cards, similar to vision boards, but much more interesting! The cards are part of a process called, Soul Collage–and for me, it served as a sort of automatic writing class! I enjoyed this time immensely, especially the sharing about each of our cards after we completing creating the boards and writing about them.

Here’s one of my cards. I named it, Blue. I guess it’s very fitting I’d do that, since I just finished writing my new book, Blue Eyes (it’s off to the editor as of 9/9/2022).

Sheila’s soul collage, “Blue.”
Sheila’s interpretation (automatic writing) of “Blue.”

I can’t say enough about how this experience allowed each of us to learn more about each other and bond. I’d had an expectation that I may not engage that much with this project because I’d not Connected so strongly with vision board creation years ago–wow, was I wrong!

I loved exploring more about this way of automatic writing (I’d wanted to do automatic writing but had not previously taken the time). So it was really revealing and I enjoyed that.

Here’s a picture of me creating my boards (note the blue glass in the window):

Gloria snapped this picture of me while I was making my soul collage.

And this is my two second board, along with the page out of my journal (a gift from Gloria to each participant):

Sheila’s soul collage, “Sunlight.”
Sheila’s interpretation (automatic writing) of “Sunlight.”

Gloria cooked lunch and dinner for us, and totally exceeded my expectations of food that was gluten-free (and grain free). Plus, the food was so good, I asked for the recipes! (That almost never happens.)

Dinner – chicken cabbage squash and radishes

We also said a meditation prayer of thanks (and held hands) before each meal (that had lovingly been placed on the kitchen table by the host). This blessed our food and perhaps, added to all the lively flavors!

Meditation for Blessing our Food

Here’s the cabbage I made yesterday, after returning home from the retreat:

We had the opportunity to take in several holistic health treatments too, and I chose to lay under the healing crystal lights.

The crystal lights were on a stand beside a bed and had an array of colored lights that would turn and off in rhythm. And light music played for the 30 minutes I was under the healing lights.

Fully clothed, I had a sheet on me and pad over my eyes so I could relax and meditate. I probably would have fallen asleep but I could hear my soulie sisters talking in the next room, just a bit–enough to keep me more present. I enjoyed laying on the under those crystal lights.

After dinner, we surprised Gloria with a luscious Chantilly Lace birthday cake from Whole Foods, a card from ALL, and gifts. We enjoyed dinner very much and the cake was divine. (I chose to have a small slice because I’m now on week 6 of WildFit.)

Gloria’s birthday cake – Chantilly Lace from Whole Foods

We had plenty of time to talk about meaningful topics with one another, do a little shopping too (from one of the gals’ crystal offerings), and try vocalizing in Light Language.

Crystal bowls Gloria played a bit for us

Gloria Grace Rand sings and speaks Light Language and gave us a collective session. I had heard it a few times before but was hesitant to try it. With much encouragement though, I did give it a whirl and sang or hummed something that sounded Asian to me. I had never heard myself sing anything like what came out of my mouth this evening before. It was stunning and energizing! I think I will continue this practice at home. (Wink!)

If you’d like to hear Gloria’s podcast where she shares her Light Language, check it out here: https://gloriarand.com/receiving-gods-grace/#more-19380

Gloria snapped this picture of the light reflecting in multiple colors on the tile floor
Crystal bowls and card decks
All the blue

Toward evening time, we wrote on a piece of paper any of the things we wanted to “let go” or release. And then, we went into the backyard (which I noted had two twin Live Oak trees, and I felt that was uncanny since the next day was the 21st anniversary of the day the twin towers fell in New York City). We had a short full moon and fire ceremony and lit our papers on fire. I sang a bit and gave thanks for a day well spent.

Fire ceremony – burning our limiting beliefs
Another angle of the fire with blue flame

The retreat was located at a house called, Contemplation Castle, in Davenport, Florida.

When I see more photos on Facebook of the event, I’ll update this and add them, as I didn’t take any pictures during the event because I totally unplugged (and didn’t even take my phone out of my bag all day, except for one time to check messages from my husband). And that was the whole point of the day, for me. (My hubby always says I have my phone attached to my hip!) LOL

Additional pictures

Blue light showing up as we looked in from the outside
All of us
Love how the journal Gloria gave us matches my MacBook (noticed this when I got home)

A bit about me, your Spiral Sister

Fractal of Omniscience. “Spiral Sister”Observer & Perceiver of Energy & Wisdom from Nature. Empath|Author|Connector|Speaker|Singer. ❤️🦋🌀〰️🔥🙏☯️

I would love to speak at your bookstore, crystal shop, acupuncture / chiropractor office, natural health foods store, art fair, music or yoga festival. I support healthy lifestyle businesses. I’m an Amazon bestselling author of two co-authored books: “Transform Your Life Book 2 Inspirational Stories and Expert Advice” and “Energy of Receiving”, available on Amazon. Visit my author’s page here.

Plus, I documented how I naturally reversed 30+ years of chronic asthma in my holistic health book, Take It Upon Yourself to Live a Wholly Vibrant Life, that’s available on Barnes and Noble: here

Be the best version of who you want to be. As it really does affect us ALL. We Are All Connected.

Information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.

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Review: I can eat ketchup again! Thank you, Primal Kitchen!

If you’ve been told that you’re pre-diabetic or think you may have insulin resistance, you really owe it to yourself to check into WildFit, or Sugar Busters, and start reading every label for each product you buy in the grocery store–as many (almost all packaged foods) include some form of sugar. 

And guess what? 

The human body doesn’t need all of that sugar! Sugar is NOT a food group!

I’d given up ketchup years ago due to the amount of sugar in that condiment. I even made my own mustard for a few years!

Labor Day weekend sale!

I found Primal Kitchen when I was looking for a tasty barbecue / BBQ sauce… you can read about that here: https://sheilamurrey.net/2022/08/20/lets-go-primal/

So, here’s a way you can save some money when you order–tap or click this link: https://prz.io/qkYrYONHE

A bit about me, your Spiral Sister

Fractal of Omniscience. “Spiral Sister”Observer & Perceiver of Energy & Wisdom from Nature. Empath|Author|Connector|Speaker|Singer. ❤️🦋🌀〰️🔥🙏☯️

I would love to speak at your bookstore, crystal shop, acupuncture / chiropractor office, natural health foods store, art fair, music or yoga festival. I support healthy lifestyle businesses. I’m an Amazon bestselling author of two co-authored books: “Transform Your Life Book 2 Inspirational Stories and Expert Advice” and “Energy of Receiving”, available on Amazon. Visit my author’s page here.

Plus, I documented how I naturally reversed 30+ years of chronic asthma in my holistic health book, Take It Upon Yourself to Live a Wholly Vibrant Life, that’s available on Barnes and Noble: here

Be the best version of who you want to be. As it really does affect us ALL. We Are All Connected.

Information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.

Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takeonyo

How I lost 5 pounds in 5 days!

Okay, I promise this is NOT click bait! But I wanted to quickly tell you that as of this morning, I have lost just over 5 pounds in the last 5 days!!! And no, I didn’t work out, though I have incorporated dance breaks into my work days (especially when I feel stressed)! And I have started doing (very slowly) some Asian squats (just to get up off the couch where I sit to work) and get the blood flowing to my rear, legs, and feet. I love the stretch of these too!

So, HOW did I release this weight so quickly?

I went carnivore baby!!!

And while I’m at it, here’s my curated list of personal “diet” blog articles I’ve written. Let’s call it my curated list of blog posts about several of the diets I’ve tried in (the last 7 years).

The first in the list is all about my BIG SWITCH to eating like a carnivore.

Diet posts (from both of my blog sites)

I am still making the smoothie daily, that our friend Alice recommended and I detailed in 2015 (last in the list below), but I don’t add in the flax or nuts and use only water to mix it (no more almond or coconut milk). Essentially, my smoothie is only two handfuls of cut kale, 1 cup frozen organic berries and a frozen banana (if organic, leave the peel ON).

Link: Mindset Shift! Citrus Diet
Link: What do you think about the Bone Broth diet?
Link: Diets and Losing Weight
Link: Your diet: Crushing it!
Link: Eating Citrus for a month!
Link: Sacred Science Herbal Detox
Link: Eating Naturally: Paleo and Keto
Link: Vital healthy delicious nutrition: Ionie’s Healing Center and Raw Food Cafe
Link: Label checking: Sugar!
Link: What do you know about Enzymes?
Link: Healthy smoothie recipe and thriving by making better food choices

A bit about me, your Spiral Sister

Fractal of Omniscience. “Spiral Sister”Observer & Perceiver of Energy & Wisdom from Nature. Empath|Author|Connector|Speaker|Singer.


I would love to speak at your bookstore, crystal shop, acupuncture / chiropractor office, natural health foods store, art fair, music or yoga festival. I support healthy lifestyle businesses. I’m an Amazon bestselling author of two co-authored books: “Transform Your Life Book 2 Inspirational Stories and Expert Advice” and “Energy of Receiving”, available on Amazon. Visit my author’s page here. 

Plus, I documented how I naturally reversed 30+ years of chronic asthma in my holistic health book, Take It Upon Yourself to Live a Wholly Vibrant Life, that’s available on Barnes and Noble: here

Be the best version of who you want to be. As it really does affect us ALL. We Are All Connected.

Information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.

Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takeonyourself/