Monthly Archives: May 2011

The “Boobie Syndrome”- Diane Matkowski Part 1 of 2

I have been doing bodywork for over 13 years and one of things I consistently see is tension at the base of most women’s necks, located where the neck joins the shoulders.  The tension is very distinct, starting in the … Continue reading

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The “Boobie Syndrome”- Diane Matkowski Part 2 of 2

The middle of the body, or the pelvis, is what keeps us balanced.  In Chinese theory, it is where the sky and the ground meet in the human body.  When our shoulders are crouched forward and we lead with our … Continue reading

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Chocolate Lovers Look No Further

Black Bean Brownies Ingredients 3 lightly beaten eggs 2 cups black beans drained ( 1 can ) 1/3 cup melted coconut oil ¾ cup cocoa powder 1/8 tsp salt 1 TBSP flax seed meal 2 teaspoons vanilla extract ¼ tsp … Continue reading

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Get Your Happy Chi On: Q&A with Julie Anna Alvarez

Emme: How did you come to Feng Shui? Julie Anna: I discovered Feng Shui because my sister, Clara, asked a friend of ours to buy 
her a book on the topic for her birthday in 1996. Had never heard about … Continue reading

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Reader Beware- The Journey of Bradi Nathan

I’ve always been very forthcoming. The girl who wears her emotions on her sleeve- that’s me.  One would describe me as outgoing, honest, and even funny at times, with excellent social skills to boot. I have two awesome kids, a … Continue reading

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10 Tips for speaking like a “PRO”

1.     Understand your audience and prepare your remarks to meet their needs-not necessarily your own.  A story to illustrate your point allows your audience to connect to you and to remember the point. 2.     Dress appropriately to the program, organization … Continue reading

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Mary Beth Shewan- Life Coaching Part 1 of 4

Mary Beth Shewan is a life coach that Emme has personally used and has gained significant insight from over the years of their friendship.  Mary Beth Shewan, M.S., MCC is principal of Wholelife Coaching in Albuquerque, NM and has been … Continue reading

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Mary Beth Shewan- Life Coaching Part 2 of 4

Whether you’re looking to achieve goals in your life, career or business all coaching is about the person, not the circumstances.  Most coaches have a niche in order to reach out to clients they feel are a good match for … Continue reading

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Mary Beth Shewan- Life Coaching Part 3 of 4

  Clearly, all of this takes time, so coaching is not a quick fix. I recommend that clients expect to spend six to nine months working with me in order that successes can be duplicated. They literally will see their … Continue reading

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Mary Beth Shewan- Life Coaching Part 4 of 4

  Here’s a tip for finding your passion. Notice those activities that you get so absorbed in that you loose track of time. When do you feel the most alive, the most pulled in? That’s a big clue to your … Continue reading

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