My Story

“The practice of forgiveness is our most important contribution to the healing of the world.” 
― Marianne Williamson

Carolyn Berry, Author, Business owner, and Mentor.

My healing journey started as a massage therapist when I graduated from Pacific Coast School of Massage in San Luis Obispo, California, in 1997, specializing in therapeutic techniques including Swedish, deep tissue, lomi-lomi, and reflexology. My passion is helping people, and I'm continuing my journey to heal myself and others through Divine guidance.

My spiritual journey began in 2008 when I went on a tour to Israel with renowned author Caroline Myss. A year later, I traveled to South Africa and learned many other tools for self-healing. In 2011, I joined the Prophetic Ministry at a church, where I continued to develop my ability to hear Divine guidance and utilize God-given gifts. I continue to explore healing modalities and learn how to empower people to live healthy and spiritual lives. My studies in healing and energy work also include Reiki, Access Consciousness, Inner Engineering, Prophetic Ministry, and Intuitive Mind courses, as well as studying with various healers.

My ongoing passion has led me to deepen my understanding of God and the spiritual path through various cultures, including the South African Sangomas, who are traditional Zulu healers. I also received The Rites of the Munay-Ki from the Q'ero Inka tradition with roots in the Nation of Peru.

My Story:

When I began my own healing journey, I changed not just physically but emotionally. I grew in compassion for others, genuinely caring about their experiences and journeys. By working on someone’s body and listening to their story, I can help identify where life went off course for them. It's like solving a mystery; I keep asking questions until I find the answers, listening and connecting with God and using my prophetic gift. It's challenging to explain logically; it's a deep knowing.

I understand this is a gift from God, and I have been called to heal. God works through me, through my hands, and communicates in various ways. My massage teacher once commented that I had a great touch, great hands. Back then, I believed it was all about technique, but it took me years to realize that what I've been given is a unique gift, not possessed by everyone.

Be Open:

Not everyone who comes to me has to share my beliefs. It's perfectly fine if you don't feel comfortable discussing God; it's not necessary for me to help you. I want God to reveal Himself to you in whatever way you need to find Him. You might encounter Him through your healing or connect with Him in another way. I simply ask that you remain open. I want God to have the freedom to work through the healing process. I aim to see you healed in spirit, soul, and body, connected to your true Healer and Higher Self, enabling you to fulfill your full destiny and purpose. Life is short, and how we live it is crucial, impacting not only the present but also those we encounter. What kind of life experience do you want to create for yourself?

Finding the Root Cause:

When someone comes to me with physical issues or feeling stuck in life, I seek to identify the root of the problem and address its source. Every physical ailment has an emotional element, and that's what I search for. Spirit, soul, and body are all intricately connected and must be considered for true healing to occur.

I've learned the importance of considering all aspects of a person’s situation. Genetic and generational issues pass down through family lines, but so do physical and emotional problems. Recognizing and factoring in family dynamics and the past is essential.

However, this type of healing isn't for everyone. It's not for those seeking quick fixes or a magic pill. True healing requires delving into the root of the problem and demands participation from you. Coming to me with a sense of responsibility and a willingness to engage in "homework" will aid in your healing. You're not alone; I am here to assist.

Sometimes, you may deny a problem until you're ready to face it, and that's okay. When the time is right, you'll take action. The path to healing isn't always easy; it often requires courage and persistence. Sometimes, we must fight for it and pursue our healing. Healing takes effort and time, but it's undoubtedly worth it. I delve into these experiences and insights from my own healing journey in detail on my blog and through my book.

You're Not Alone:

If you're experiencing discomfort, emotional or physical issues, or feeling stuck, I would like the opportunity to identify what is truly going on inside you from a spiritual and emotional perspective. I don't diagnose, but I aim to uncover unresolved emotions that may be contributing to your issues. Even if we don't discuss them directly, the energy work initiates the process because your spirit knows what needs to be done. This is where we collaborate and let God work through me.

The truth is, everybody needs help in one way or another. Most people don't invest the time or effort required to achieve full health and wholeness in all aspects of life. This is where I can assist you. Whether through energy work, grounding, guided meditation, or prophetic ministry, allow me to help you reach the next level of optimum health and general well-being.

If traditional doctors and prescription medications have left you frustrated, trapped in a cycle, there is hope. If you haven't found anyone who can uncover the root of your problem, there are alternative approaches, such as energy work, that we can explore. Healing is possible, and I believe that God has the answer for you. I'd like the opportunity to ask Him to reveal it to us. Visit my website.

Convicted- getting angry with God

I was out for a morning stroll in my usual walk in the woods, feeling how much I love this place. It's filled with trees and beautiful trails. As I walk along this trail, I notice how all of these trees live in harmony and perfect community, with their roots crossing one another and creating stepping stones for my path.

I always start with this prayer before entering the woods: "Angels, please go before me. Let the creatures and crawlers know I am coming. Allow me to appreciate their beauty from a distance. God, if it's within your power, keep me safe and clear my path from anything that may harm me. Thank you."

As I begin walking into the woods, I express gratitude to the woods for welcoming me. I thank the trees for the clean air they provide. I take time to not only focus on the trail but also to observe everything around me. I ask, "Who wants to reveal themselves to me today? What can I see?"

I've seen a beautiful little turtle on the side of the path, making its way down to the river. This brings me joy and reminds me of the time I once had a turtle as a pet. I've seen butterflies fluttering to the left and right of me, always bringing a smile to my face and reminding me of the beauty of life with their vibrant colors and unique patterns. Birds make their calls as I pass along the trail. While walking, I feel a bit anxious about reaching the lake. I love to sit there and see what else will reveal itself while I wait.

As I walk up one part of the trail, I look around as I always do. It's spring and starting to warm up. I begin having a conversation in my head. "I wonder if the new snakes know to stay off the trail? I've been praying and talking to all of them for a year now, but did the new ones get the message? I would think this is the time for them to come out and go to the water."

As I continue along, reassuring myself that the snakes know the rules, I'm suddenly startled. I'm baffled as to why I am thinking about this now. As I look to my left off the trail and on the side bank, I see a HUGE BLACK SNAKE! Fear rushes over me, and I quickly move as far to the right of the trail as possible. I begin to walk faster and faster, not wanting to awaken or scare the snake. Once I've moved several feet ahead, I can't stop looking to the left and right of me, fearing there might be more snakes.

At this point, I'm furious. Anger and rage fill my body inside and out, and I'm letting God know it. "Why is that snake there? Why did I see that? I thought I asked you to..." Before I can finish, I hear, "Wasn't it off your path?"

A sense of shame washes over me, my own shame. Then, a feeling of peace as I sense God's smile.

Yes, He did exactly as I asked in my prayer – to keep me safe, to keep anything off my path. This was a way for me to build trust, trust in my prayer, trust that God does hear me. Though it wasn't how I expected, I'm still protected and safe.

As I walk out of the woods, apologizing a million times, I begin to feel a sense of relief and increased trust. I'm relieved that my prayers were heard. I thank the angels for clearing my path ahead of me.

God is good, and if we pay attention, we can see and hear Him in EVERYTHING

Munay-Ki "I Love You"

I received the Munay-Ki Rites 3 times and have to say they are so transforming.  Looking back at the different times I took them I was so hungry to heal energetically, physically, and emotionally.  They were very impactful and powerful.  Yet, I had to receive them 3 times to fully embrace them and to let go of my fear and resistance.

After spending a few years growing the seeds that have been planting inside of me I can now say I am ready to share them with others.

There was a point in the classes where we used the elements to call in and help us with our healing.  The teacher went over a few and started with water.  Calm, flowing, gentle...Then Fire, hot, slow burning, ect.  Then She said Lightening.  Quick, fast and transforming.  That was it for me!  I called in lightening because I was SO ready to heal.  So ready to let go.  However, my body wasn't.  My body responded in several ways. From a rash, to bloating in my stomach...ect.

As I set up these classes and set the intention for others to heal I wanted to be of service.  I wanted to be able to be available for those who wish to receive, and yet have someone to talk to outside of class and share their experience.  And also to be able to have assistance with their understanding and interpretation of what is taking place.  Everyone is different and everyone will have their own experience.  I'm blessed to be able to help you along this journey.  Help you see for yourself.  Help you see everything is spirit and see who you really are.  The Munay-Ki Rites are amazing.  Explore them!

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WHAT ARE THE MUNAY-KI RITES? 
The Munay-Ki Rites are nine energetic transmissions passed down from the Q'ero shamans of Peru, given in a beautiful ceremony. Munay is a Q'ero word that means "I love you" or "Be as thou art." These rites harness the power of love to help you create the life and world of your dreams. They raise your energetic vibration and prepare you for the time to come. These rites will aid you in stepping into your destiny to fully live your soul's calling as a person of wisdom and power and a caretaker of this planet   

Meditation- I did hear from God

Meditation is a topic you hear about more and more these days. "Meditate on it." It doesn't even matter what your spiritual practice or religion is; meditation is simply about listening.

There are several misconceptions about meditation, some of which I used to have myself. I must admit that I still struggle with "meditating" in the traditional sense. So, I opt for guided meditations led by my mentor or recordings from my classes.

I find it challenging to turn off my brain, and I'm sure some of you can relate. How can you ever truly shut it down? I'd like to share some stories that may resonate with you and help you discover what meditation means to you.

A few years ago, when I started exploring meditation, I took a class through Intuitive Mind. During a meditation exercise, I felt an instant resistance in my body, and my mind started to communicate with me. It said, "You can't relax," "You won't reach that zen place," "Your images aren't real." Despite these thoughts and many more, I persevered through the process, guided by the teacher leading the meditation.

We began by creating a grounding cord and asking our spirit for an image to help us ground. To my surprise, I saw an electric chair. I saw myself sitting in it, and as soon as I sat down, the straps locked tightly around my arms to secure me in place. Now, before you get weirded out, this image was actually quite amusing. It symbolized my lack of grounding and self-care. It made me realize that I was finally "here," and "they" (my guides, my spirit, and GOD) were not letting me go anywhere. This image helped me lighten up and establish a playful connection with my spirit. Back then, I was overly serious and disconnected from my childlike nature.

I continued to practice grounding and running my energy with the techniques I had learned. However, I still felt a sense of disappointment because I couldn't reach that elusive "zen" place. I had envisioned it as a state of complete detachment and inward focus. As I write this, I haven't quite reached that place yet.

About a year later, I went on a spiritual retreat to South Africa. One of our activities was to visit a sacred mountain site, somewhat off the beaten path. I was excited but also skeptical because I wasn't sure I would feel anything during meditation, especially since I was not an experienced practitioner. However, the people I was with were well along their spiritual journeys, older, and seemed to have experienced that elusive "zen" place.

As we reached the mountain and took in the surroundings, we were instructed to begin our meditation. I remember sitting there, trying to let go. In my mind, I said, "God, please, I just want to hear from you. Can you give me just two words?" I sat in silence, occasionally opening my eyes to observe those around me, who appeared deeply immersed in their practice. As I closed my eyes again, I heard two words: "Eagle" and "North." I instantly judged them, thinking I had made them up in my mind. How cliché.

After the meditation session ended and we walked down the mountain in silence, I felt disappointed. I was mad at myself for not being able to clear my mind or meditate the "right" way. Can you sense my frustration with myself? I walked at the back of the line, head down.

Then, the tour guide exclaimed, "Wow, look at all those eagles!" I looked up and saw five or six eagles in front of us. The guide added, "That's unusual. You usually see one, maybe two, but they don't fly in groups."

I was amazed, especially when I remembered that "eagle" was one of the words I had heard during my meditation. I asked, "In which direction are we heading?" He replied, "NORTH."

I almost lost my balance. Did I really hear correctly? Did God truly speak to me? Did I listen and hear, but then judge? For the remainder of our walk, I remained in silent awe and excitement. Little old me had received a message. I felt immensely grateful and apologized a million times for my doubt, vowing never to doubt again.

I share this story to illustrate how our minds work and how they can sometimes get in the way. Even to this day, I question and doubt what I hear and see. However, God always shows up, and I always receive the message and information. My suggestion to you is to find a meditation practice that suits you. Find what makes you feel comfortable, even if it's just sitting quietly for a few minutes.

Meditation is simply taking time for yourself. It can be while walking, sitting in nature, or doing something that makes you feel relaxed. Don't be confined by preconceived notions of what meditation should be. Discover for yourself that "still" place where you can truly hear.

I find great meditation moments while I'm cooking. I'm focused on the task at hand, and my mind begins to clear as my body stays "busy." Walking my dogs while listening to music also helps drown out my mind, allowing me to connect with God.

I believe that grounding and running your energy are excellent ways to start. These practices keep your mind engaged while you work on your energy body.

I have recorded some of my classes, and if you're interested in listening to one of the guided meditations, send me an email, and I'll provide a link to Dropbox for you to access them.

With lots of love,
Carolyn
carolynheals@gmail.com

How to understand energy in relation to our body

I often receive questions from people, including clients, about energy and how it relates to their bodies. Sometimes, they struggle to comprehend how energy operates within them. The first thing you must understand is that EVERYTHING IS ENERGY. Our bodies and everything on this planet consist of energy. We can visually perceive physical objects with our eyes because the vibration of the energy they are made of is slow. However, they are still ENERGY.

Higher vibrations of energy are invisible. You can see a radio, but you cannot see the wavelengths. Sound still travels, and the radio serves as both the receiver and the output.

We operate in a similar manner. Let me provide two examples:

Imagine a transparent glass cup filled with coffee. It appears dark, right? Now, picture pouring a bit of milk into it. What happens? The coffee lightens. The more milk you add, the lighter the coffee becomes. In fact, if you continue pouring milk without stopping, it will overflow, and you'll see the coffee spilling out until there's nothing left but milk.

Energetically, we function in a similar way. At some point in your life, or perhaps several times, you have entered a room or met someone, and you immediately sensed they were in a bad mood or that something was wrong. You might have even said they had "bad energy." We tend to store negative emotions in our bodies. Our natural state is to be clear and free of darkness or negativity. If you imagine yourself like a cup of coffee, you too can lighten your energy.

How, you ask? Running your energy is one effective method. Start by acknowledging that you might be carrying some negativity and that you want to fill yourself with light. All you need to do is visualize this process.

Guided imagery can be incredibly powerful. Here's an example:

Picture yourself at a drive-through bank. You know how you send a deposit in a tube, and it travels to the teller? You can release your negativity in a similar manner. Imagine placing your negativity into the cylinder and sending it to the center of the earth for recycling. After you've let it go, visualize it returning, empty but filled with revitalizing positive energy to replenish your body. Open it and absorb it.

You can also envision God showering His love upon you from above. Open your mind and heart, and visualize God sprinkling golden flakes of love all over your body, starting at the top of your head and descending through your entire system.

With time and practice, as you consistently release any darkness or negativity, you'll raise your vibration and begin to feel better. Whenever you experience emotions like anger or frustration, consider using guided meditation or similar techniques to visualize those emotions leaving your body. They don't belong there; visualize them departing.

If you'd like more examples or assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to me via email or by scheduling an appointment

With Love,
Carolyn

My decision to Finally Heal and focus on myself.

I've always been interested in herbs, healing, and self-care. However, I wasn't really good at taking care of myself. Can you relate? My decision to start on my personal healing path began when I turned 30. But the action to be serious and actually start working on myself didn't happen until a year later when I turned 31. My decision to heal should have taken place when I was 27 and was hospitalized for 7 days with DVT (deep vein thrombosis) and PE (pulmonary embolism). You would think that having your entire leg filled with blood clots and two in your lungs would wake you up and show you that you need to change your life. No, on the first day I was in the hospital, I was so worried about my job that I had to have my computer to continue working. I remember asking my boss if I was going to get fired or if I would still have a job, and he laughed at how ridiculous I sounded. He told me to focus on getting better. However, I wasn't willing to take that risk, and I worked from the hospital bed, miserable about being tied there for 7 days.

Years later, I had all my close girlfriends out for my 30th birthday. I happened to be living in Florida at the time, so we had a great time. I remember the first night we were together, and I made a toast/declaration. I said, "From here on out, the next 30 years are going to be about me and balance. I'm going to have a life and not work as much." Well, they ALL laughed and basically said, "Yeah, right." My girlfriends knew me really well. They knew that I was a workaholic and put my job before anything else. They had all witnessed me prioritize my career over my relationships and saw it lead to their demise. They were also aware that I was constantly flying out to different places for work and was only home a few days a week. How could I possibly have a life? I was disturbed by their response, but deep down, I knew they were right. However, I was convinced I was going to change.

My birthday was in June, and a year later, in July, I realized that nothing had changed. I was still working crazy hours, and I still had no life. Playing volleyball once a week was about all I did for myself personally. Oh, and spending money on food and retail items, which made me feel better. Anyway, I was frustrated that a year had gone by, and my job was even more stressful. That year had been miserable. Looking back, I had made a promise to my spirit, and the year was so tough because I started seeing how I was sacrificing myself for things that didn't matter. I was making poor decisions and putting myself last. Well, enough was enough. I left my job a month after I turned 31, and this was my prayer: "God, please bring me like-minded people. Please help me on my healing path and put me on the path to my destiny."

Three weeks later, I received a phone call from a good friend who was the owner of a network marketing company. We had talked a few years back, and I had told him I couldn't leave my job because I was making too much money to make a change. Well, he knew what my salary was, so if he was offering me something now, it might be around the same. When we spoke, and he suggested I interview, I said no, as I had just quit my job and planned a trip to Israel in a few months. I wasn't looking for employment. He began to tell me that they had a group of healers who were doing really well with the product, but the company didn't know how to work with them. He thought of me because he said they were selling the product like crazy because it had "good vibrations." He said it with so much laughter because he didn't understand that concept. He said they needed me because I spoke their language. Well, I decided to interview to hear more because he had piqued my curiosity.

I ended up making an offer of a salary and a place to live. I didn't think for a million years that they would hire me at my desired salary, which was $8,000 more a year than what I was getting paid in my previous job. I thought that by putting a high price out there, they would say no, and I would have to continue with my original plan. To my surprise, they accepted my offer, and I got the job. I'm sharing this part of my story because God played a significant role in it. He knew I was still motivated financially, and He had put me in contact with like-minded people who could help me on my healing journey. To this day, they are my spiritual family. I asked, and I received. For that, I am always thankful.

It hasn't been an easy road for healing. I thought that since I made the decision to heal, my life would be easy.

EGO- what is it exactly? Does your Rule your life?

Ego is not just about being conceited, as most people have related to it. Everyone has an ego, some stronger and more noticeable than others. Ego represents one's "self" or "identity." How do you identify yourself? Does your ego rule you? Maybe you're not sure or perhaps you need help with it. Either way, you should know whether you are operating out of your ego or your higher self. If you operate from your higher self rather than ego, you will see your life improve. Your relationships will improve, as will your work relationships. You will be connected with your higher self once you start understanding your ego.

The thing is, we don't have to fight it, hate it, or reject it. We need to learn how to work with it and understand it.

Our ego wants to rule our body. It's also the voice in your mind that may tell you that you can't do something or that you aren't good enough. Why does it do that? It does so to prevent your higher self from ruling your physical body. It's all about control and being in the forefront. If you get your ego in check, it has to move to the background, and then you are connected to your higher self, and your spirit begins to speak. Your spirit has your best interests at heart, wanting you to operate out of your highest nature. This allows you to see your true calling, true nature, and be aware of your intuitive gifts, which everyone possesses. You'll start to feel free, happy, loving, and more. You will also be able to see the love and potential in other people.

Here are ways to identify if you are operating from your ego. Ask YOURSELF:

1. Do I judge people?
2. Do I judge myself?
3. Do I self-criticize?
4. Do I criticize others? (This usually happens to divert focus from self.)
5. Do I tell people what they should do but don't do it myself? (Hypocrisy)
6. Am I focused on negative situations?
7. Am I listening to those negative thoughts?
8. Do I surround myself with people who operate from their egos?
9. Do my emotions get the best of me?

These are just a few questions to ponder. If you regularly engage in any of these behaviors, consider moving away from them. Start looking at your behaviors. How are you responding to people? How are you relating to people?

The first step in understanding and identifying if you are operating from your ego is to take a look at your behavior. If you recognize it, notice it, and then start to change it.

Letting go of judgment was one of the hardest things I had to do because I didn't even realize how often I was judging myself and others. When we judge, we don't allow others to be themselves. There is no love or kindness in judgment.

To fully heal yourself, you need to start from within, and working on your ego is a great place to start.

If you need suggestions or want me to elaborate on this subject, please email me, and we can discuss it.

I've done a lot of work on my ego and shadow self. It wasn't a pretty process, and I'm still working on it. The one thing I can say is that I fully recognize when my ego tries to intervene. It becomes a more manageable challenge if you let it be!

Be your higher self. Let your light shine. Act in kindness. Love yourself and everyone.

Peace,
Carolyn
carolyndberry@gmail.com