Nurturing Your Energetic Garden for the New Year
As the calendar turns to a new year, we often think about resolutions for our bodies, minds, or even our homes. Maybe you’ve committed to working out more, eating better, or tidying up your living space. But what about your energy—your emotional and spiritual well-being?
The start of the year is the perfect time to reflect on the seeds you’ve planted in your life and how you’re nurturing them. Healing, much like tending to a garden or maintaining your body, is not a one-time event. It’s a consistent, intentional practice that brings clarity, growth, and alignment.
What Happens If You Don’t Water the Garden?
Imagine planting a beautiful garden. You pick out your favorite flowers, dig your hands into the soil, and carefully place the seeds. Then, you walk away. No water. No sunshine. No care.
What happens?
Those seeds—full of potential—won’t bloom.
Healing works the same way. You may feel amazing after a session—lighter, clearer, and free of old emotional burdens—but what happens next depends on how you nurture that energy.
As Dr. Bradley Nelson says in The Emotion Code, “Healing is active. It’s about taking charge of your emotions and clearing the imbalances that hold you back.” The layers we peel back don’t just disappear; they reveal deeper truths and opportunities for growth that require ongoing care.
Why Healing Is Like Maintaining a Strong Body
We get it—sometimes it’s tempting to think one session can “fix” everything. But let’s be honest: would you expect to hit the gym once and stay fit for life?
Of course not!
Your emotional and energetic health thrives on the same principle. Each session or spiritual practice builds on the last, clearing more of the energetic clutter that has accumulated over years—sometimes even generations. Regular attention keeps you aligned and resilient, no matter what life throws your way.
Questions to Ask Yourself as You Enter the New Year
Take a moment to reflect:
What seeds did I plant in my life last year? Am I watering them consistently, or have I left them unattended?
What energetic “weeds” have I allowed to grow? What am I ready to clear away this year?
How would my life feel if I consistently showed up for my emotional and spiritual health, just like I do for my body or mind?
A New Year, A New Alignment
One of my favorite phrases is: Healing isn’t about fixing yourself—it’s about realigning with who you’ve always been. Each time we peel back a layer—grief, fear, or self-doubt—we create space for something new: joy, lightness, clarity.
The work we do together isn’t about perfection or pressure; it’s about making space for growth. Healing is both gentle and bold. It asks you to trust in the process, even when it feels slow, and to celebrate every small bloom along the way.
How to Nurture Your Energetic Garden This Year
Start Small:
Healing doesn’t require giant leaps. Simple, consistent steps—like journaling, meditating, or joining a healing circle—make all the difference.Recognize the Seasons:
Just like a garden, your healing will have seasons. Some will be full of blooming breakthroughs, while others will feel like quiet winters of rest and reflection. Both are essential.Stay Consistent:
Whether through regular sessions, personal spiritual practices, or both, tending to your energy consistently keeps your inner garden thriving.
A Word of Encouragement
You’re not alone in this process. Whether you’re releasing grief, healing from emotional wounds, or seeking a deeper connection to your true self, this work doesn’t just lighten your load—it transforms your life.
As we step into 2025, remember: the seeds you plant today will bloom in ways you can’t yet imagine. And the care you give your spirit now will ripple out into every area of your life.
A Year to Thrive
To borrow again from Dr. Bradley Nelson: “You are meant to thrive, not just survive.”
Here’s to a year of thriving. May your garden grow beautifully, your light shine brightly, and your healing journey bring you everything you need.
Feeling ready to nurture your inner garden?
Let’s start the year aligned and intentional. Book your next session or join one of our upcoming healing circles. Your energy deserves the care it craves.