events

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balance retreat- Cozad, ne.

sep 9/23 · 7:30 am - 3:30 pm : Post-retreat review

 *This retreat completely and totally exceeded all expectations. The morning started with a beautiful sunrise as we overlooked Midway Lake. With a low rumble of thunder in the distance and a gentle breeze, we set intentions of movement, flow, peace, grounding, and healing for the day ahead. The day unfolded just so, and we are so very grateful for all who participated with open hearts and minds. A special thanks to all of our practitioners and the Comeca staff, for all of your hard work, time, and energy! 
Join The Alternative & The Well Haus for a day centered around self-wellness and complete BALANCE. This unique one-day retreat is set at the beautiful Comeca Camp & Retreat Center- Cozad, NE with a peaceful environment and stunning views. Attendees can expect to participate in interactive presentations and therapeutic activities led by multiple experts. Prepare to pamper and rediscover yourself through a day of self-care including yoga, meditation, breathwork, sound bath, energy healing, coaching, connection, and so much more. This retreat will blend the power of alternative health modalities, rest, and relaxation to bring balance and harmony to your mind, body, and soul. 
Balance Retreat includes Sunrise Yoga, Qi Gong, Crystal Singing Bowl Sound Bath, Breath of Life Workshop, Traditional Chinese Medicine, QAT for Stress Reduction, Balanced Plate Coaching Workshop, Reiki Workshop, Breakfast & Lunch, & Balance Retreat shirt. 
We are very fortunate to have some extremely talented, knowledgeable, and seasoned practitioners joining us this year at the Balance Retreat.
  • The Remedy/ Austin Fletcher- DC, QNLP: Diversified Adjusting, Logan Basic Technique, Webster Technique, SacroOccipital Technique, Quantum Neurology, GRT Light Therapy, Applied Kinesiology, NeuroEmotional Technique, Access Consciousness The Bars, Nutritional Counseling, and Essential Oil Therapy
  • well.being/Patty Bean- Licensed Massage Therapist, Master Certified Wayfinder Life Coach, PCC Professional Coach Certification from International Coaching Federation, Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach, National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach, Trained in Neural Reset Therapy, Quantum Alignment Technique, Myofascial Release, Reiki, and Jin Shin Jyutsu, Registered Yoga Teacher, Certified QiGong Instructor, MMTCP Certified Meditation Instructor, Mentor Coach for coaches who need support improving their coaching and business skills
  • Taylor Jenner- Certified Yoga Instructor- National Exercise Trainer's Association Yoga Instructor Program
  • Everyday Zest/ Chelsea Sernett- Personal Health & Lifestyle Coach
  • Five Grace Acupuncture/ Andrea Geiger- Licensed Acupuncturist, Nationally Board-Certified Practitioner of Oriental Medicine.
  • Peace Love & Lavender/ Cyndi Sagesser Smith- Reiki Master & National Board-Certified Reflexologist
  • The Well Haus/ Becca Paulsen- Licensed Massage Therapist, Yoga Alliance certified
  • The Alternative/ Tara Niles- CMA Sound Therapy: Expert Level Certified Practitioner- Solfeggio Tuning Fork, CMA Sound Therapy: Expert Level Certified Practitioner- Crystal Singing Bowls,   CTAA - EFT/TFT Tapping Practitioner

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CELLULAR resonance- sound healing

apr 11/24 · 1-2 pm

EMDR for PTSD- benefits of Eye Movement DESENSITIZATION and Reprocessing Therapy

May 09/24 · 1-2 pm

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Flowers & Friends- 10.7.23 / 10:00 am

If you’re looking for something both relaxing and productive to do for your well-being, join us at the Flowers & Friends Plant Exchange event on October 7th, 2023, at 10 a.m. Bring your plant/s and exchange with friends and strangers to create new beauty in and around your home! What a great opportunity to discover a like-minded community of people and also to play in the dirt and do a little grounding. Win-Win!
Check-in on The Alternative Facebook page for more details on this event!
UPDATE 9/17/22: The second annual Flowers & Friends Plant Exchange was a success and GROWING! Yes, we exchanged a variety of nature’s beauty, but even more beautiful than that was the comradeship this event brought as well. No doubt there are therapeutic perks to tending to one’s garden, flowerbeds, and/or indoor plants, but this was also a great reminder of how uplifting it can be to simply “speak” the same language with others for a moment when it comes to topics that bring you joy!  Find your joy folks.. and then, find your “tribe.”

Holistic terminology

 
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earthing

earthing/ grounding

Earthing is as simple as the name! By definition, it is when any part of your body makes contact with the earth’s surface thousands of studies have shown the exchange between electrons can actually help reduce and improve a large list of health concerns such as regulating blood pressure, reducing inflammation, and chronic pain. The earth grounding also helps relieve anxiety and depression, increases energy, and helps those who are struggling with a lack of sleep.

The easiest way to experience these benefits is to simply take your shoes off and sit under a shade tree while out enjoying the spring and summer weather!

 
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Mindfulness

The quality or state of being conscious or aware of the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one's feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations.

Being mindful does not need to be complicated. For those new to new to mindfulness, here are just few simple activities and projects to warm up your mindful muscles!

  • Make a journal

  • Clean the workspace

  • Do some light stretching

  • Read a book

  • Listen to music

  • Get outdoors for a walk

  • Write out affirmations