Raines Realm

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." -George Santayana Today I finished reading  Everybody who was Anybody (a biography of Gertrude Stein).   As I’m putting together the plans for hosting my first salon, it was brought to my attention how valuable it could be to have some background on one of the most famous salons of all. Her story is amazing and I see a great many parallels between her life and my own. I also see quite a few differences. But the thing that resonates the most is seeing how the choices that she made led her to such a glorious life full of the kind of success that most dream of. It’s crucial to our success in life, both personal and professional, to read biographies. To see life through the eyes of those that lived it. To hear personalized accounts from people who were actually there instead of getting all of our historical information from generic history books. Whatever interests you, seek out th...

There is still so much mystery around Reiki and the amazing benefits that come with it. The core fact to keep in mind is that when our life energy is flowing freely and our body is in a relaxed state, our health and wellness can improve. The daily stresses that we all face make sustaining a relaxed state very challenging. By getting regular Reiki sessions, we can ensure that we are enabling our body to maintain that state that benefits us the most. When our bodies are in a relaxed state, all of our systems can function at an optimal level and these are tangible and undeniable results. Take this article  for instance: "The multileveled, rapid response to Reiki suggests a complex process that engages many body systems, simultaneously or in quick succession, shifting the body from domination by the "fight or flight" (stress) response to the relaxation response, and supporting the body's own healing mechanisms." So, when we are doing all of the t...

Raine's Realm is proud to announce the prelaunch of our new book "A Month of Crystals and Oils"! Are you interested in using crystals but have no idea where to start? Are you looking for ways to incorporate the use of crystals and essential oils into your daily life? Would you like to know how easy it is to get massive results with easy to follow routines? This book is for you! We'll give you information on FOUR amazing essentials oils and FOUR powerful crystals along with daily ways to incorporate them into your routine. We've also included a section on the basics of getting started with crystals and how to get the most out of your essential oils. This book is perfect for both the novice and seasoned alike and is a wonderful reference to have on hand for years to come! The e-book is available for pre-order now and the paperback will be available by the end of May 2018! Reserve your copy  here  today for only $3.99 and have it automatically available as s...

April is the perfect month to spend extra time focusing on the seeds that you planted in March that are now taking root! Nurturing your plans and focusing on the most productive daily tasks will get you closer to your goals and give you the best results during this time. Remember that the small daily habits lead to the biggest successes! Earth day occurs in April as well and this is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on how we are all connected. Seeing those around you as your fellow travelers through life gives you a sense of comraderie that leads to a positive outlook in all areas of your life. We are all in this together! Correspondences of the Month : Crystal : Bloodstone Oil: Lime Colors: Light Blue and Yellow Herb: Lavender Element: Fire If you're not already doing so, take 10-15 minutes a day to meditate. Opening yourself up to the peace and focus that come with this amazing practice will equip you to handle your future successes mentally and physically! Sta...

So many times I see people who are so motivated to achieve their goals get held back and struggle. These people have effective plans in place and are taking action steps to reach their goals, but they may be overlooking something... We can accumulate mental clutter in our lives that can and will hinder us from reaching our goals. This clutter can come in the form of self-doubt, spreading ourselves too thin with commitments, and even toxic situations with those around us. Its crucial to our mental health and our ultimate success that we guard ourselves from these situations. If we find that something is taking from the quality of our life or blocking us from our goals, we need to evaluate. Questions to ask yourself about tasks, situations, and personal and professional relationships : -Is this really my responsibility? -If it's my responsibility, but it's hurting my productivity, can I delegate this task? -Is this taking away from the quality of my life? -Is this...

We see so many successful people all around us. And, we see some not so successful people too. What determines the success of one, but the lack thereof with the other? Is it the environment? Financial starting point? the right connections? where they live? The list could go on and on, and all of those things can help fast track success but they do not gurantee the end result one way or another. The key to truly achieving massive success it to plan for it. The not so glamorous part of that is things like having a business plan. and a life plan for that matter... But, before you do any of that, you have to know what youre going after. This can change as your dreams evolve with your inevitable success. But, you need to have a current end result in mind. What would your life look like if you had no obstacles and you had achieved your biggest desires and goals? Engage your senses. What would it sound like, feel like, smell like, etc. Hold this picture in your mind. Now for the real...

It's finally here! The Spring Equinox, which is the perfect time to plant your seeds of intent for the coming months. Focusing on balance and new beginnings will give you a strong foundation for the exciting opportunities coming your way! The Spring Equinox (March 20th, 2018) is the time of year that we welcome spring and the beginnings of life and warmth that it brings with it. Its a special time when we welcome back the sun and start putting action into the plans that we have developed. This is an excellent time to plant literal seeds as a physical reminder of what is going on mentally. We suggest wildflowers. Correspondences of the Month: Crystal : Rose Quartz Oil: Spearmint Colors: Pink, Yellow, and Green Herb: Lemongrass Element: Air Meditation for the Spring Equinox This is an excellent time to meditate outside in the fresh air if at all possible. If you have wind chimes, now is the time to put them to use! Now, sit as comfortably as possible keeping your s...