Maintaining a balanced and fulfilling self-care routine often requires more than just at-home methods. It's important to regularly devote time to activities that nurture both your body and mind. A visit to a wellness spa can offer y…
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7-14-23 #18
I often have thoughts regarding an individual’s ability to continue on with a task versus quitting. I wonder what is the driving force behind one’s forward movement. After much thought, the word sticktoitiveness comes to mind. This…
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7-7-23 #17
During my short time on social media, I have noticed an increase in inappropriate language. When I speak of inappropriate language, I refer more to the insinuation that things are true when they are not or proven when they have not …
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6-30-23 #16
While considering what information to share this week, my mind took me to a time approximately ten years ago. I wasn’t doing anything in particular that I can remember. It was a normal day. I arrived at the Turkey Hill on Paxtang S…
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6-23-23 #15
During a discussion with a mother (Bernice) of a teen daughter (Sandy), I was faced with a challenging situation. Bernice was a kind and giving person who had difficulty with accountability. Her kindness would allow her to be taken…
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6-19-23 #14
I recently became more involved with social media as a result of my business. What I have noticed is that with a good percentage of interactions, I can find a thought or message that represents learning. A subject of continued conv…
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6-9-23 #13
Webster’s defines for as in order to reach. It also defines give as to offer for consideration or acceptance. The word forgive in my understanding of the word is captured quite well using the aforementioned definitions. I see the te…
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6-2-23 #12
For those of you who did not have the opportunity to read my 3/17/23 blog, I briefly discussed trauma and understanding the challenge some face in managing it appropriately. This will give a few tips I have implemented in better man…
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5-26-23 #11
My normal process for determining proper subject matter is to brainstorm, jot down a few ideas then choose from them. Among those topics that have continued to surface in my mind is the debate as to the appropriateness for a man to…
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5-19-23 #10
When I have a minute to write a quote or share a thought, I like to use I statements to allow the individual an opportunity to have a bit of an intimate moment with my experience. I have noticed that many times when reading a journ…
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5-12-23 #9
I can recall being a four year old child in what was called at the time kindergarten 4 or k4 in school. This was my first experience being away from my parents for any length of time except if with family members. I arrived and was …
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5-5-23 #8
Approximately fifteen years ago I was leaving the gym on my cheat day. As I walked to my vehicle, I pondered what horribly disgusting meal I would buy as a result of being disciplined for the month. At that time I rewarded myself mo…
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4-28-23 #7
When I was a child my family and I lived in a project within the southern district of Harrisburg. My father was a Pentecostal preacher, and my mother was a church member, so there was always discussion of kindness and giving. I reme…
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4-21-23 #6
I typically speak with my friend Jermell Fleming Sr (Flem) several times per week if not daily. Flem currently resides in Alaska implementing modernized therapy practices with people native to Alaska. During these conversations we c…
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4-14-23 #5
Week to week I scroll through my mental rolodex to determine what I would like to discuss. This week, I share the story of my only detention experience as a child. I was in the sixth grade and thought it was a good idea to clown ar…
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4-7-23 #4
Bubby
Just last week I attended the funeral for my 93 year old uncle. Of course this caused me to reflect on my life experiences. As I reminisced, the service just happened to be at the reflections part of the ceremony. I remain in …
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4-2-23 #1
This is Shelly, the other half of The 'Gueru Wellness Spa. Now, I know The 'Gueru has been doing all of the blogs but I've been thinking as we're moving forward and I just wanted to share some positivity for anyone who may need some af…
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3-31-23 #3
This in itself can seem simple but looking deeper we can recognize this is not the case. For the purposes of this discussion we look at wellness in four parts which are overall physical, overall emotional, overall spiritual and o…
Posted on 3-24-23 by The 'Gueru #2
Happy Friday! As promised, this is our 2nd, weekly, Friday Fundamentals post from The 'Gueru Wellness Spa & Continued Education and The 'Gueru himself, Christian A. Spriggs, Sr. The 'Gueru's topic this week you ask? ..... read on…
Posted on 3-17-23 by The 'Gueru #1
During a quiet moment throughout the day i have the opportunity to reflect on many things. Some are thought provoking, others not so much. Today while meditating the thought of trauma came to mind but more specifically one's abi…
Your wedding day is one of the most special and memorable days of your life. It is a day filled with love, joy, and excitement, but it can also be a day filled with stress and pressure. As a bride, it's important to remember that your b…
As a society, we often prioritize work, family, and other responsibilities over our own well-being. But the truth is, taking care of ourselves should be at the top of our list. At The Gueru Wellness Spa & Continued Education in Lancaste…