December 2023 Newsletter
It’s hard to believe that we’re in the final days of 2023, but nevertheless here we are! Some of you may be feeling good riddance to a difficult year and some of you may be wanting time to just slow down so that you can savor every last minute of this year. There is no right or wrong way to look back as it all comes down to one’s perspective. Either way, I always like to take assessment of what brought a smile to my face and what I’d most like to change for next year.
I had many highlights for 2023, but what stands out for me as I’m writing this was, I took my first solo trip out of the country. I met one of my oldest dearest friends in Costa Rica and had a wonderful time, even though I did get a tad homesick. I’ve taken many solo trips within our beautiful country but had never flown internationally by myself and I have to say I loved it! Another highlight of the year was the safe arrival of our new great -nephew William (even though I was sure he was going to be a girl!). New experiences and new life are all so life affirming, reminding us that we never know what excitement the universe has in store for us. Last but certainly not least, Hubby and I celebrated our 40th anniversary, which is no small feat these days. When I reflect on the family, friends and clientele that I’ve been blessed with my heart just bursts with joy.
Thank you to everyone who has supported my book A New Normal - a Grieving mother’s journey from loss to healing, as it continues to offer inspiration and healing for bereaved parents. Over the past year I’ve heard from so many grieving parents and family members who have said that my words were their words and thanked me for normalizing their grief experience. I’m convinced this little book has its own soul and I’m so proud to be associated with it. A list of where the book can be purchased is on my website.
Another highlight was the success of the Karma project, as twelve people were gifted various services that I offer and all, but one was claimed. I’m so pleased with the success of this program that I will continue to offer it in 2024. If you haven’t already signed up for it on my website, please go do that now, so you too can possibly receive a complimentary service.
As for what I’d like to change for 2024, well my wishes are most likely no different than yours. The need for world peace is on most of our minds today, as is affordability for our daily living. The 24 hr. news channels and social media inundate us with heartbreaking images and negative messages so much so that some days it’s difficult to think of anything but doom and gloom. When I feel that energy seeping into my thoughts, it’s my cue to turn to meditation, for the only thing I truly have control over are my thoughts. Since our thoughts are energy that create our reality, changing my thoughts from hopelessness and fear to a calm centered approach, gives one new perspective. I agree with Dr. Christiane Northrup who said “we must remember the biggest gift we can give to another is a healed, joyful and compassionate heart and this is and always has been an inside job.”
Mindfulness sprinkled throughout the day is so effective in creating a new mindset. This is why in addition to my Reiki sessions, I offer meditation training (privately and in groups), as well as customized meditations for clients who are dealing with chronic or acute illnesses and for a myriad of other reasons, as there truly is no limit of how meditation can be used to improve your life. These services are offered at very affordable rates, check my website for pricing. Also, on my website there are free meditations that I have written and am pleased to share with you all. Watch for new ones being added in the new year as well as information on upcoming beginner meditation classes. As with all my classes and training they are offered on a per requested basis.
A reminder that gift certificates are available for all the energy healing services that I offer, and these can be emailed to you & the recipient, or you can pick one up from me directly.
In closing, my family and I wish everyone a holiday season that is filled with hope, love and peace. For all beings everywhere, without exception may we have peace on earth.
Namaste’
Loralee (retired RSW),
Reiki Master/teacher, Certified hypnotherapist, meditation mentor.
Loralee J Scobie
For over 2 decades, Loralee Scobie has been professionally working with energy and helping women (and men) embrace the power of their own being. Loralee started her career as a registered social worker but always knew through her own childhood experiences with spirit that we are all more powerful than we know.
As a Reiki Master/teacher Loralee offers training in Reiki (Japanese healing art) and in meditation. Loralee is a firm believer to be an authentic teacher of Reiki one must work with Reiki daily (either on self or others), for the Reiki energy is the true teacher. In her full-time practice Scobie offers in person and distance (via facetime or zoom) treatments on demand.
Loralee believes that meditation is the foundation to all spiritual practices and should be incorporated into ones’ daily routine. She offers group training online and in person, where she teaches not only how to meditate, but how to create your own meditation practice. Loralee also provides a unique service where she will compose/record a personal meditation just for you, relevant to what you are working on healing in your life.
As a certified hypnotherapist Loralee has helped many clients young and older on how to use hypnotherapy to overcome obstacles in this lifetime. These sessions can be shared either in person or on zoom/facetime.
Loralee is the published author of her first book titled A New Normal-A Grieving Mother’s Journey from Loss to Healing. In this narrative Scobie shares what it took to move her through her grief and to go on to live a life of purpose, following the death of her daughter. She also shares what is and isn’t helpful for grieving parents and how others can best support the bereaved. Loralee can be booked as a guest speaker and welcomes the opportunity to read from her book and sign copies.
Learn more @ loraleescobie.com
