We finally made it to Cataract Falls.

I had been wanting to hike there for some time now, but for what ever reason didn’t make it until today.

I can finally ✔️it off of my list.

A perfect sunny day, we stopped to get sandwiches to bring with us.

Found the perfect parking spot and made our way to the trail.

Choices of trails:
1 hour
3 hours
6 hours

We went for the 1 hour trail.

It was so serene, green, lush and the waterfalls were bursting at the seams from the recent rainfall.

Halfway up M decided to run up the stairs. I was out of breathe and my heart was pumping a mile a minute. I tried keeping up.

“Wait”!I called out as she continued to run up the stairs and turn the corner.

A couple coming down the hill cheering her on for her efforts of running up the steep incline, while I am trying to catch my breathe and catch up to her.

We had to stop at the side for me to gather myself up.

I tear up with joy and overwhelm that we actually made it to the location. Two years ago it took me 4 hours to get out of bed. I had just gotten all of my tubes out and my goals when I got better was to get back on my bike, hike, travel and do things with my family.

A little break, a good cry, hugs and some Swedish fish. Then back on track to finish the .4 miles up.

At a slower pace we walked the last part to the end of the trail.

A beautiful waterfall was worth it all!

So glad for my support of C& M.

Patient, caring and kind. It helped me move forward to one of the best views.

Just when you think it’s the hardest part…that moment when you cry and just want to give up and turn back around.

Take a moment to stop rest,release, and reflect.

Then reset, and try and re-focus.

Like life, you’ve made it past the hardest point. When you get to the desired destination it’s time to stop and enjoy the progress and steps you took to get there. Celebrate your hardwork and efforts.

“We made it!”

Sometimes we tell ourselves stories that don’t allow us to move forward. Or, we forget to celebrate our efforts.

Today I moved forward and took many steps to get there. Some were harder and steeper than others. But, I did it with help, coaching & support from my family.

What have you been wanting to do & check off of you list?

Sometimes you just need a little support & coaching…

“Dream Big!”

Create a vision board. This is a tool and technique that I learned in High school over 30 years ago from my psychology teacher.

I have used it ever since in both my personal life and professional life with clients. It’s powerful and profound.

There are a few secrets that I will share with you…Once you create it, you have to be willing and open to receive in the “Highest good”.

As well, you will have to create S.M.A.R.T. Goals to achieve it. (I’ll explain that below*)

Helping clients over come blocks & fears is one of my specialties. Helping clients Create and manifest their dreams is one of my passions.

Are you ready for change? What steps do you need to take to get there?

Where do you start?

1) Get a piece of poster board.

2) Find photos of things that capture your heart. Photos of words, people, things that you desire.

3) clip out or print out the photos and paste them onto your board. (Make sure to have a board large enough so that you can see it everyday)

4) Start with one of your goals. It has to be S.M.A.R.T. *Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and timely.

Something tangible that you can create and see actually happen. Where are you now and where do you want to be in 1 week, 1 month, 1 year, 5 years etc.

How will you get there? 3 easy steps…

1) You will need to create a plan

2) You will need to implement the plan

3) Take small steps. Follow through and complete the plan. Stay focused.

(Success.)

4) Completed one of your goals? Awesome!

5) Acknowledge yourself and those who helped you. Then repeat.

Example:

1) I want to get “x”.

2) It costs “x”.

3) Each paycheck after paying all of my expenses, I will put aside “x” for “x” months.

Would love to hear if you try it & how it works for you.

Coaching Classes & WorkshopsWe live in a time where everything is so fast paced. Our food is fast, the information that we receive is fast, and we seem to somehow continue to live in a manner where we have “too much on our plates”.

When working with clients I notice not only are they having difficulties with their digestive systems from food, but also processing and digesting in their daily lives.

Often times people with digestive issues also have a hard time falling asleep, or wake up in the middle of the night.

Our bodies need restorative balance.

How do you find that restorative balance?

Some restorative balancing techniques that have helped:

-yoga

-meditation

Doterra Digestzen

Do you have trouble with your digestive system or trouble with sleeping through the night?

Check out my online coaching classes and workshops or FREE Wellness calls.

“You are beautiful!”

We are all born with this innate inner beauty and wisdom.

Take the time to look within and acknowledge yourself & who you are.

Coaching Classes & Workshops

What does Clarity look like for you?

How can you find your voice and speak your truth?

Learn to open & clear your chakras. Through breathwork, visualization and meditation.

Open the lines of communication to be heard clearly & receive information clearly.

Create the life you want to live…

Check back to gain more insight on finding “Clarity”.

My mom is a “super mom”, and raised 3 kids on her own. I don’t know how she did it, but she did!

We only have 1 kid, and I know that it takes a village.

I am so grateful that my mom introduced me to holistic health at a young age. I remember she would bring me to her chiropractic appointments as a young girl. It always felt like a special place to me. The chiropractor Dr. Irene allowed me to lay on the table, and would cup and hold my head gently as she guided me through with breathing and visualization techniques.

As well my mom would bring me to see the acupuncturist she worked for to help me with my asthma. The acupuncturist Stephanie Lum taught me about what foods to eat and what foods not to eat because they create heat in my body and trigger my asthma. She taught me about the different organs in my body and how they work together. I learned about different meridians and about chi (energy).

My mom would use acupressure techniques and a gentle massage on me at night to help me with my intense allergies and it would help me breath and go to sleep.

At the age of 16, I realized that our bodies are amazing and can heal properly with the right nutrition, guidance and care. My curiosity lead me into the healing profession after college and much soul searching.

After my recent gall bladder / emergency surgery, my mom flew down from Washington state and helped me with some energy work. She massaged my head and feet (to help ease the discomfort), used a warm wash cloth on my head and some lavender essential oils. It’s amazing what a warm washcloth and lots of love can do.

It’s an honor to have learned so much at a young age about holistic health and healing. I am glad that I can share with others what I have learned through my own healing experiences and continued education.

I now surround myself with amazing healers,holistic practitioners and am an extension of my mom teaching others what she has and continues to teach me.

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I would love to offer and extend my massage and wellness coaching services to you.

I am excited to announce… in June, my massage and wellness coaching services will be available at the harborbayclub.com in Alameda.

Get yourself or someone special a gift of wellness. You deserve it!

We all learn from everyones Journey and stories. If my wellness coaching has helped you, please send me a testimonial.

With your permission, your story could be featured on my website: lorimelero.com

A couple of months ago before surgery, I was talking to my Doterra mentor. I was telling her that I needed to scale down on my orders to be more”sustainable” with my budget.
After surgery, that has changed.
Before, I thought I can’t afford it.
Now, I can’t afford not to have it.
The essential oils literally saved my life.
While in the hospital I used them in my diffuser and on me to keep me calm and present. The nurses who came in loved the atmosphere it created.
I used mostly lavender and peppermint to help me with my nausea.
Doterra Lavender has kept me calm.
Doterra Frankincense, oregano and lemongrass is a natural relief of inflammation , without the side effects.
Serenity has helped me sleep, in combination with Cedarwood.
On hard days and feeling blah, I use Citrus Bliss, or mandarin.
Ginger for upset stomach.
Sandalwood to calm my nervous system.
For the deep discomfort in my muscles, my go to is Deep Blue oil and lotion.
What I love about the oils is that they don’t have side effects, they lift my spirits, or calm me down when needed. Safe for all family members, and right at my fingertips.
I used to be apprehensive to share, but now I want to share with everyone who might benefit from the oils just as me and my family have.
The oils are good to help many things like: support your immune system, common colds, digestive issues, headaches, migraines, pms, sleep issues, cuts, bruises, etc.
If you are curious about the Doterra products, I’d be happy to share with you more personally.
You too can have them at your fingertips. Especially if you have little ones. School is like a Petri dish!
Just PM me. We can set up a time to chat for 15-20 min. I have a lot of time on my hands now & more importantly would love to connect with you.
Here is my site if you want to take a sneak peak: mydoterra.com/lorimelero/
If something isn’t working for you and you keep suffering from any of the above, it’s time to make a change….
To a Healthy 2017!