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Left hanging

Posted on April 18, 2014 by Dana Young • Leave a comment

I am reflecting today on the message of Good Friday and how it offers us the opportunity to examine the experience of human suffering as a spiritual wake-up call – to be more compassionate, empathetic and present for others. I have been thinking of all the ways that like Jesus, we are left to suffer – and how often … Continue reading →

Give yourself a treat (Advent Day 20)
Advent / Spirituality

Give yourself a treat (Advent Day 20)

Posted on December 22, 2013 by Dana Young • Leave a comment

Are visions of sugarplums dancing in your head? As I write this, my daughter is dancing joyfully in the kitchen to Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker Suite,” her enthusiasm no doubt fueled by some treats from her classroom holiday party earlier today. Celebrate the magic and sweetness of this season with a treat, something to warm and lift … Continue reading →

Give a kind word (Advent Day 19)
Advent / Relationships / Spirituality

Give a kind word (Advent Day 19)

Posted on December 19, 2013 by Dana Young • 2 Comments

So much of the negativity and tension we experience throughout the year – and during the holidays – has to do with what we say and hear from others. In the age of digital media, it has become so commonplace for people to post, tweet or video whatever they want, without considering the social, emotional … Continue reading →

Give someone a meal (Advent Day 18)
Advent / Holidays / Relationships / Spirituality

Give someone a meal (Advent Day 18)

Posted on December 19, 2013 by Dana Young • 2 Comments

Did you know that over 36 million people – including 13 million children – experience hunger or the risk of hunger in the United States? That means that more than one in ten households in your community are having difficulty putting food on their table or in their bellies each day. Some of those people … Continue reading →

Give your light to others (Advent Day 17)
Advent / Relationships / Spirituality

Give your light to others (Advent Day 17)

Posted on December 18, 2013 by Dana Young • 3 Comments

So many times in life, we walk in darkness. Advent is the promise that our time in darkness will end, and the light of the world will shines upon us again. We light the candles of hope, love, peace and joy each Sunday during Advent to remind ourselves that life-affirming light is always within reach, … Continue reading →

Give in to wonderment (Advent Day 16)
Advent / Reflections / Spirituality

Give in to wonderment (Advent Day 16)

Posted on December 16, 2013 by Dana Young • 4 Comments

One of the best things about Advent and the holiday season is the opportunity to delight in the spectacle of warm lights and bright color all around us, especially as the days get shorter and colder. Everything right now is glittery, glitzy and over-the-top. Magical moments are everywhere you look. I love that more of … Continue reading →

Give words of encouragement (Advent Day 15)
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Give words of encouragement (Advent Day 15)

Posted on December 15, 2013 by Dana Young • 5 Comments

Do you know someone who is going through a tough time right now? Maybe he is struggling with a relationship or family issue. Or she was laid off and in the process of trying to find a new job. Perhaps it’s a student cramming to get through finals and finish papers for the semester. And … Continue reading →

Give yourself a day off (Advent Day 14)
Advent / Spirituality

Give yourself a day off (Advent Day 14)

Posted on December 15, 2013 by Dana Young • 6 Comments

The next ten days before Christmas are usually a whirlwind of hectic activity – holiday luncheons, evening parties, church and school events, shopping, wrapping, cooking and baking… Is your head spinning now? If not, kudos to you! But if it is, give yourself a day off (or at least a few hours or an evening) … Continue reading →

Give a nice greeting (Advent Day 13)
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Give a nice greeting (Advent Day 13)

Posted on December 13, 2013 by Dana Young • 7 Comments

During the holidays, I notice that strangers are more likely to start up conversations while waiting on line, or wishing each other well in passing. The personal boundaries we usually keep up the rest of the year falls during the holidays, when people are feeling more excited, open and generous. The other day, I was … Continue reading →

Give yourself space to let the light in (Advent Day 12)
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Give yourself space to let the light in (Advent Day 12)

Posted on December 12, 2013 by Dana Young • 8 Comments

The holidays can be a very hectic time – both joyous and stressful. Add to it colder temperatures and shorter daylight hours, which can darken moods and zap energy. During Advent, we wait in ever-deepening anticipation of what is to come, and what has been promised. We wait, preparing to move from darkness into a … Continue reading →

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About Dana


I'm a healer, spiritual life coach, workshop leader and the owner of Dragonfly Reiki in the Atlanta, GA area.

I also blog, speak,and offer social media consultation services on topics including health and wellness and leading a spiritually-centered life. I'm married with a daughter and stepson. Connect with me here!

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