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Holistic Living for Veterans: A Path to Healing and Well-being

Posted by Trela Mayes-Bishop on 9/28/23 4:00 PM

The transition from military to civilian life can be stressful and overwhelming, and many veterans such as myself have struggled with physical and mental health issues. Choosing SWIHA wasn't what I wanted to do it was what I needed to do. As a veteran who didn't finish basic training and who walked away with a lot of aggression, holistic living has taught me there's so much to live. Holistic living has offered a path to healing and well-being for myself and so many other veterans by addressing the whole person and promoting balance in all areas of life.

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Topics: mind body spirit, Holistic wellness, Holistic health, Holistic Living, Veterans, SWIHA Students, Holistic Healh and Wellness Coach

Following Intuition is Vulnerability with Yourself

Posted by Christina Nikolic on 8/17/23 4:00 PM

When thinking about vulnerability and intuition, I felt a spark as I was applying the two topics to my life. I am more vulnerable with myself than I ever was because I choose to listen to my intuition where I find myself more mindful and consciously aware of my thoughts, my temporary feelings, and the emotions that come with those feelings from thoughts.

Therefore I cannot speak on behalf of intuition without vulnerability, because following your instinct, and believing in your inner advisor is being vulnerable to yourself first. It's what you need before you can even be vulnerable with anyone else whether it be your friends, your partner, coworkers, or your children. Being vulnerable is being open to trusting in what you believe in so that you can show up for yourself when those moments come when you need to make choices without judgment, doubt or feeling scared of rejection or even fearing the worst for your outcomes.

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Topics: Great Graduate, Intuition, Holistic wellness, Holistic health, intuitve guide, SWIHA Students, Holistic Health and Wellness, Trust, Holistic Health and Wellness Coach, Healing Journey

Why You A.R.E. S.O. Capable of Overcoming Stress: SWIHA Student Blog Series

Posted by Lyric Swedenhjelm on 8/10/23 4:00 PM

Take a moment to recall the last time you felt stress in your life. Did it take you a while to remember the last experience, or was it too easy to quickly identify when stress has been present?

It's safe to say that stress is universal- stress is likely to arise at some time in our human experience, maybe even frequently. In fact, the Recovery Village states "

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Topics: Great Graduate, Mindfulness, Self-care, mind body spirit, Stress, Holistic wellness, Holistic health, Stress Management, integrative healing arts practitioner, SWIHA Students

3 Holistic Methods to Help Manage ADHD with SWIHA Graduate Jennifer Richard

Posted by Jennifer Richard on 7/20/23 4:00 PM

Through the years more and more individuals are being diagnosed with ADHD. ADHD stands for, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. If you find it difficult to concentrate, relax, or have issues with impulsivity, there is a chance you may have undiagnosed ADHD. I am here to bring awareness and share with you the tools I use to manage my ADHD without the use of medication. The most important thing I have learned on my journey is to embrace my ADHD and view it as a superpower. Once I accepted that I have ADHD, I was able to use it to my advantage.

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Topics: holistic entrepreneur, Great Graduate, Self-care, ADHD, Holistic wellness, Holistic health, Holistic Health and Wellness, NBHWC, Holistic Health and Wellness Coach, HHWC, Mindfulness Facilitator

Journey to My Health Discovery

Posted by Christine Sipes on 6/6/23 4:00 PM

At the age of 40, is when I noticed I was feeling tired, not just lack of sleep tired, it felt like fatigue, just plain exhaustion. As the year went on, I noticed I was missing sleep during the night, waking up between 2-3 am constantly, and this led to just not feeling me. I was moody. My stomach hurt with everything I ate and was nauseous when I woke up. My body ached, my skin was red and I was getting adult acne. My body was calling for my attention. I felt like each month - year added a new symptom. It was robbing me of life. My mind keep spinning why was this happening to me, and can I feel better again?

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Topics: Holistic Nutrition, Great Graduate, self discovery, Holistic wellness, Holistic health, Health and Wellness Coach, Holistic Health and Wellness Coach

How Adrienne Rue-Brock Overcame Stress and Achieved Success with SWIHA’s Health & Wellness Coaching Program

Posted by Jade Marvin on 6/1/23 4:00 PM

Adrienne Rue-Brock was living a life full of stress, unhealthy habits, and anxiety which resulted in her being diagnosed with several illnesses. Her body was crying for help, and she knew she needed change. Adrienne desired to seek a holistic way of healing herself and became inspired to want to help others do the same. Adrienne knew that by enrolling in the Holistic Health and Wellness Coach Diploma program with a concentration in Holistic Nutrition, that she would be able to achieve these goals. Adrienne shares, “I became physically ill and was diagnosed with anxiety, high blood pressure, and was pre-diabetic. The physical illness my doctor stated was due to my being under a lot of stress, which brought about all the other conditions. I am a believer in natural cures and started to seek out alternative medicines and therapy and that's when I found SWIHA.”

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Topics: Holistic Nutrition, Great Graduate, mind body spirit, Holistic wellness, Holistic health, Health and Wellness Coach, Mindset, Holistic Health and Wellness Coach, Healthcare Industry, Ministry, Healthcare

Summer Recipes and a Love for Nutrition: A Delicious Way to Enjoy Summer

Posted by Jade Marvin on 5/18/23 4:00 PM

Summer reminds us of longer days, cool drinks, and fresh colorful fruits and vegetables.” - Chef Janet Lee, SWIHA Success Coach

It’s almost that time of year when the need to relax and cool down is here! Utilize these refreshing and delicious recipes provided by Chef Janet Lee! Social life almost always is surrounded by food! Food brings people together. We meet with friends and family for a meal, for connection. And that desire and passion for food can turn into something more! People utilize nutrition in their careers all the time! After exploring these delectable recipes, check out some of SWIHA’s Nutrition programs. Have the courage to pursue your passions this summer. 

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Topics: Holistic Nutrition, SWIHA, Whole Foods, Recipe, Holistic wellness, Holistic health, SOUL Food, Whole Foods Culinary Specialist, Holistic Health and Wellness Coach, Holistic Nutrition Specialist

From Corporate Life to Health and Wellness Coach: A Journey of Self-Fulfillment for Kenneth Federowicz

Posted by Jade Marvin on 4/20/23 4:00 PM

At the age of 10, Kenneth visited Disney with his family, and immediately fell in love with the concept of serving others with the goal of always making people happy. Ever since, Kenneth has had a deep passion for helping others. Fast forward to adulthood, Kenneth found himself leaving his career in upper management hotel restaurant hospitality and launching his own business as a personal chef! 

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Topics: Holistic Nutrition, Great Graduate, Holistic wellness, Holistic health, Swiha Online, Holistic Healh and Wellness Coach, Health and Wellness Coach, Personal Chef

Lauren Allen’s Passion for Holistic Health Fueled her Coaching Sessions with Clients

Posted by Jade Marvin on 4/4/23 4:00 PM

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 a full-time job that I wasn't passionate about, just something to help pay the bills while trying to educate myself on a holistic lifestyle, as it was something that peaked my interest. I love the fitness industry and am what you'd call a "gym junkie" however I wasn't impressed with many of the products that are advertised as "healthy" when in reality they are filled with additives that are synthetically made and cause havoc on the gut. I wanted to enroll in a program that had a focus on holistic health, and SWIHA was the answer. I ended up enrolling in the Holistic Health & Wellness Coach diploma program with the specialty of Whole Foods Culinary Specialist

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Topics: Southwest Institute of Healing Arts, Holistic Nutrition, Great Graduate, SWIHA, Whole Foods, Holistic wellness, Holistic health, SOUL Food, Holistic Health and Wellness, Whole Foods Culinary Specialist, Holistic Health and Wellness Coaching, Holistic Health and Wellness Coach

How Health & Wellness Coach, Tiffany Bourboulis, Helps Women Shine by Putting Their Health First

Posted by Jade Marvin on 2/14/23 4:00 PM

I was led to SWIHA by my intuition and my growing need to help others live a healthier and happier life. I knew that our health and wellness needed to be more important than any of the other things we put first in our busy lives. To be honest, I did not have a clue where this would take me or what a “Health and Wellness Coach” was. Yet, I still followed my intuition and drive to be able to grow my own knowledge of holistic wellness and ultimately help others to start putting their health and wellness first!

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Topics: Southwest Institute of Healing Arts, holistic entrepreneur, Great Graduate, SWIHA, yoga, Reiki, Holistic wellness, Holistic health, Arizona, coaching, Tempe, Health and Wellness, Holistic Health and Wellness Coach, Imposter Syndrome

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