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# Rain Elizabeth

Rain Elizabeth Healing Arts

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://rainelizabeth.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [Poetry and Meditation](https://rainelizabeth.org/poetry-and-meditation/) - How can we pair meditation and poetry? Here is one heartfelt example.
- [All Weather Love - Beginning Again](https://rainelizabeth.org/all-weather-love-beginning-again/) - Welcome to my renewed blog! It is a pleasure to be writing again. This post was originally shared on Substack. Follow me there for audio files that accompany every new post! Listen & Comment on Substack Long, long ago, I began a blog. My website, at the time, was DragonflyBay. I used this image as
- ["A New Flute"](https://rainelizabeth.org/a-new-flute/) - A story of mastery through practice and the slow, patient development of inner silence.
- [Finding Joy: A delightful challenge](https://rainelizabeth.org/finding-joy-a-delightful-challenge/) - It is valuable to notice what brings joy to our own personal heart and soul!
- ["The Guest House" ~ Rumi](https://rainelizabeth.org/guest-house-rumi/) - One of my favorite poems about being human and having emotions elegantly.
- [Wild Geese](https://rainelizabeth.org/wild-geese/) - "You only have to let the soft animal of your body love what it loves." - Mary Oliver
- [Yoga Practice](https://rainelizabeth.org/yoga-practice/) - What is your yoga practice for you? Here is my personal experience from a lifetime on the mat.
- [True Forgiveness](https://rainelizabeth.org/forgiveness/) - True forgiveness moves us from separation to oneness, allowing the play of humanity to go on as it may, while infusing our lives with as much love and compassion as possible.
- [70 Days of Weaning: Days 3-4](https://rainelizabeth.org/70-days-of-weaning-days-3-4/) - Mama's Readiness I have been asked, and I continually ask myself if I am ready to wean. I have been in this place before where the possibility of weaning is on the table, and I have to decide what to do. Each time, (at 14 months, 18 months, and 22 months) I felt pressure from
- [Self Care](https://rainelizabeth.org/self-care/) - Want or need self care? Read this, and start here.
- [Spring Healing Cleaning!](https://rainelizabeth.org/spring-healing-cleaning/) - Spring cleaning for yourself?! Book a healing session with this handy coupon, and begin to feel renewed! In person and online sessions available.
- [Stillwater Meditation Online](https://rainelizabeth.org/stillwater-meditation-online/) - Curious about joining an online meditation group? Read about one participant's experience.
- ["The Heart's Coronation"](https://rainelizabeth.org/the-hearts-coronation/) - The Heart's Coronation The pawn Always sits stunned, Chained, unable to move Beneath God's magnificent power. It is essential for the heart's coronation For the pawn to realize There is nothing but divine movement In this World. ~ Hafiz
- [Trust is....](https://rainelizabeth.org/trust-is/)
- [Last Words at Bedtime ](https://rainelizabeth.org/last-words-at-bedtime/) - What is it like putting a 2 1/2 year old to bed? Here's a snippet from my son and I.
- [What is meditation?](https://rainelizabeth.org/what-is-meditation/) - Ever wonder what meditation is?
- [Vacation](https://rainelizabeth.org/vacation/) - I just returned from a weekend away, and I finally felt and feel the sense of vacation I have been longing for. I wish for everyone who desires a true vacation to find themselves in a similar peace, unique to whatever brings happiness to their hearts.
- [Good Morning](https://rainelizabeth.org/good-morning/) - I start my day like this: with tea & poetry. I have to. They work together to pull me out of the tired doldrums comprised of early morning wake-ups and half-dreams. They rock me into the early bright light of wild sunrise wind, happy-playful partner, and son quietly eating applesauce at the table. These sips
- [70 Days of Weaning: Days 11-12](https://rainelizabeth.org/70-days-of-weaning-days-11-12/) - Day 11: I was with my son's feelings for around 20 min or so tonight. I am not sure of the exact timing. It was dark, and we were in his room. Maybe it was a half hour total. My partner helped for some of it. We were trying to make the bedtime - midnight
- [70 Days of Weaning: Days 8-10](https://rainelizabeth.org/70-days-of-weaning-days-8-10/) - Day 8: New Milestone Today, something new happened! I was on my way home after having some personal time (thank goodness for me-time!), and I internally fretted about the possibility of my son wanting to nurse directly upon my arrival. My plan was to hold out till bedtime, a few hours later. I felt unsure
- [70 Days of Weaning: Day 7](https://rainelizabeth.org/70-days-of-weaning-day-7/) - Feeling peaceful. I notice what I am specifically working on right now is having a stretch during the day of at least 8 hours when my son does not nurse. This usually happens, but sometimes we are a little shy of that. I want to push the boundary here a little more and encourage
- [70 Days of Weaning: Day 6](https://rainelizabeth.org/70-days-of-weaning-day-6/) - Begin Again, Now Your responses, questions, support, and love are all helping me stay conscious and deliberate in my actions. I continually begin again from now, this present moment. I am intimate friends with these inquiries: Is my son thriving? Am I thriving? How is this working for us? Is there anything I would like
- [70 Days of Weaning: Day 5](https://rainelizabeth.org/70-days-of-weaning-day-5/) - Beyond Tired I am just so tired. I listened to my son cry for 15 minutes last night, instead of nursing him. I gave myself a time limit, and I stuck to it. I listened to him with connection, meaning I was holding him all the while. I reassured him in the sense of letting
- [70 Days of Weaning: Day 2](https://rainelizabeth.org/70-days-of-weaning-day-2/) - Signs of Readiness It has been important for me to assess whether or not my son is really ready to wean. I have been paying attention to him, in this way, over the last year. What I have noticed is this.... He can go 12-15 hours without nursing, even if I am present with him
- [70 Days of Weaning: Day 1](https://rainelizabeth.org/70-days-of-weaning-day-1/) - Mint Tea and Bandaids During my pregnancy, I spent lots of time preparing to breastfeed. For example, I had weekly calls with a breastfeeding peer counselor. She was a mom, with her own breastfeeding experience, and she was trained by WIC and La Leche League to help other moms through their breastfeeding experiences. My conversations
- [70 Days of Weaning: From the beginning](https://rainelizabeth.org/70-days-of-weaning-from-the-beginning/) - I always planned on weaning between my son's 2nd and 3rd birthdays, if he had not weaned himself first. Storm is 2 years and 2 weeks old, and we have decided our weaning process officially begins tonight at midnight. If all goes as planned, he will be done breastfeeding by my birthday on April 1st.
- [The Void](https://rainelizabeth.org/the-void/) - I have been there, in deep, vast surrender, many times myself. I know the ancient and timeless void very well. When I began to know the void intimately - beyond concept or description - I fought against it, complained about it, wanted something to be different, took the stance that something was wrong. Finally, when
- [Poop Story](https://rainelizabeth.org/poop-story/) - (This story is from the beginning of March 2014, when my son was only 2 months old. We are well into potty training now, and at 15 months, there are still occasional poop mishaps! In celebration of our learning process, I share this story with you. The learning process, of course, is as much for
- [Beyond Time](https://rainelizabeth.org/beyond-time/) - We Are Timeless (For Storm) Tonight, as I nuzzle you into your small bed, you open your magic eyes, and I whisper my love to you. Joyful, wise smile beams, and I see how old your soul is. Beyond time, you are me; I am you. We are the same. I slowly pull away to
- [The Pregnancy Pages (p. 1)](https://rainelizabeth.org/the-pregnancy-pages-p-1/) - 28 Weeks: Today is the first day of my third trimester. I have become well acquainted with the aches and pains, blessings and celebrations of pregnancy. My home is quiet; my partner is fast asleep. My son within is doing his tremendous growing act, and I am so very proud of him! As he moves
- [Emotional Connection](https://rainelizabeth.org/emotional-connection/) - Emotional Connection Many months ago, I wrote this piece completely inspired by my beloved boyfriend. He asked to know more about what Emotional Connection was for me. We noticed we each have very different ways of approaching and being in relationship, including having unique sets of emotional needs. This question has become unmistakably important in
- [Welcome!](https://rainelizabeth.org/welcome/) - "Nothing evolves us like Love." ~ Hafiz

## Pages

- [Rain Elizabeth Healing Arts](https://rainelizabeth.org/) - Online meditation groups, spiritual counseling for individuals and couples, and a daily gratitude practice with Rain Elizabeth Stickney, MA. Free weekly in-person meditation in Charlotte, Vermont.
- [Redwoods & Snow](https://rainelizabeth.org/redwoods-snow/) - A daily gratitude email with a quote, a poem, a photo, and Rain's own gratitudes. Share yours back — she replies to every one. Grow your grateful heart, one day at a time.
- [Individual Consciousness Counseling](https://rainelizabeth.org/individual-consciousness-counseling/) - One-on-one spiritual counseling by phone or Zoom with Rain Elizabeth Stickney, MA. A grounded, compassionate space for life transitions, grief, and self-discovery.
- [Stillwater Meditation](https://rainelizabeth.org/stillwater-meditation/) - Weekly online meditation groups with Rain Elizabeth Stickney, MA. Guided practice, quiet reflection, and gentle instruction. Beginning and experienced meditators welcome.
- [Payment](https://rainelizabeth.org/payment/) - Payment Sessions 60-minutes: $300 You may use the PayPal and Venmo links below or request Zelle information. All sessions are 60 minutes. Marathon sessions are an option for those who would like to go deeply into their process for an extended period of time, whereupon the hourly rate would be charged for the duration
- [Welcome](https://rainelizabeth.org/welcome/) - Please listen and enjoy these guided meditations to support you on your path. Self-care through meditation can enhance good decision-making, fine-tune intuition, and give the whole body a nice dose of relaxation. Let me know what you find valuable in this meditative guidance, and I welcome you to attend Stillwater Meditation for a drop-in online
- [Welcome Abundance](https://rainelizabeth.org/welcome-abundance/) - Thank you for stepping forward on your sacred journey into more abundance and divine wealth. Please listen and enjoy these guided meditations to support you on your path. Self-care through meditation can enhance good decision-making, fine-tune intuition, and give the whole body a nice dose of relaxation. Let me know what you find valuable in
- [Stillwater](https://rainelizabeth.org/stillwater/) - Stillwater Meditation Trust those instincts in yourself. Follow your own innate curiosity that really connects with your being. Not just curiosities of thought, but a curiosity that may cause you to lean in or want to sit with something more deeply. ~ Mukti Stillwater Meditation is a sweet and conscious group of sacred meditators. Curious, beginning, and
- [Summer Retreat](https://rainelizabeth.org/retreats/) - Winter Meditation Retreat in Vermont Stillwater Meditation's Seasonal Retreats! Since September 2024, Rain has offered meditation retreats in Vermont and Arizona. Previously, all her retreats were held in the San Francisco Bay Area and online. In all of these sacred, intensive settings, we unwind into the present moment lovingly and support one other along the
- [Podcast](https://rainelizabeth.org/podcast/) - This podcast is for all who are curious about meditation and healing as well as for all of you who are experienced in various meditative and healing traditions.
- [Dragonfly Guidance](https://rainelizabeth.org/dragonfly-guidance/) - Consciousness Counseling Wisdom is knowing I am nothing, Love is knowing I am everything, and between the two my life moves. - Nisargadatta Maharaj Consciousness Counseling is a holistic integration of spirituality, meditation, psychological human development, and somatics. Honoring the whole lifespan and unique development of each human being, by way of spiritual practice in
- [YouTube #besthikes](https://rainelizabeth.org/youtube-besthikes/) - [youtube-feed feed=1]
- [Community Walks](https://rainelizabeth.org/community-walks/) - Join my email list for upcoming Community Walk dates. Join Community Email List Play Video
- [Conscious Couples Counseling](https://rainelizabeth.org/conscious-couples-counseling/) - Conscious Couples Counseling Wisdom is knowing I am nothing, Love is knowing I am everything, and between the two my life moves. - Nisargadatta Maharaj Consciousness Counseling is a holistic integration of spirituality, meditation, psychological human development, and somatics. Honoring the whole lifespan and unique development of each human being, by way of spiritual practice
- [Blog](https://rainelizabeth.org/blog/) - Blog
- [Reviews](https://rainelizabeth.org/reviews/) - Kind Words by Beloved Clients "I have been working with Rain for more than 10 years. For me, she has been the "Swiss army knife" of healers -- broad capability, effective and precise. I first saw Rain for individual counseling when I was going through a difficult break-up. Later, I would see her for emotional
- [About Rain](https://rainelizabeth.org/about-rain/) - Rain Elizabeth Stickney, MA Steeped in traditions of non-duality and loving kindness for all beings, Rain is a natural teacher and healer. A life long meditator, an expressive artist, and a bodyworker, she has an integral approach using body, mind, heart, and spirit to gently guide clients and support community into their own natural wisdom.
- [Abundance](https://rainelizabeth.org/abundance/) - Welcome to Rain Elizabeth Healing Arts! I hope you enjoyed the interview with SF Money Coach, Carrie Friedberg. Thank you for listening and/or viewing. It was wonderful to collaborate with her on some end-of-the-year meditations. In case you are arriving here without having watched or listened to the interview first, here it is! You are
- [Welcome to my email list!](https://rainelizabeth.org/email-list-welcome/) - Please enjoy this article on True Forgiveness: Click to download The practice of forgiveness is our most important contribution to the healing of the world. - Marianne Williamson
- [test](https://rainelizabeth.org/test-2/) - Join my email list & receive a guided meditation titled Open To Trust.You will also receive seasonal emails with special offers and reflections about the sacred practices of healing and meditation. Edit FormFirst Name Last Name Email (required) *Select list(s) to subscribe toMaster List Yes, I would like to receive emails from Rain Elizabeth.Constant Contact
- [Welcome to Rain Elizabeth Healing Arts!](https://rainelizabeth.org/welcome-to-rain-elizabeth-healing-arts/) - Welcome to Rain Elizabeth Healing Arts! Unfolding and relaxing into one's natural and undivided self, the present moment is beginningless and eternal. Dragonfly Guidance Sessions for Individuals, Couples, and Parents Discover More Redwoods & Snow Register here for a daily gratitude practice. Share Gratitude Stillwater Meditation Weekly Meditation Group and Guided Meditation Recordings Meditate Release
- [test](https://rainelizabeth.org/test/) - Redwoods & Snow Gratitude 2022 Join my email list & receive a guided meditation titled Open To Trust.You will also receive seasonal emails with special offers and reflections about the sacred practices of healing and meditation. Edit FormFirst Name Last Name Email (required) *Select list(s) to subscribe toMaster List Yes, I would like to receive
- [The Seasons](https://rainelizabeth.org/the-seasons/) - Fall Winter Spring Summer
- [Schedule](https://rainelizabeth.org/schedule/)

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/uncategorized/)
- [70 Days of Weaning](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/70-days-of-weaning/)
- [Contemplation](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/contemplation/)
- [Expressive Arts](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/expressive-arts/)
- [Healing](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/healing/)
- [Music](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/expressive-arts/music/)
- [Nutrition](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/nutrition/)
- [Parenthood](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/parenthood/)
- [Poetry](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/poetry/)
- [Pregnancy](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/pregnancy/)
- [Relationships](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/relationships/)
- [Spiritual Practice](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/spiritual-practice/)
- [Bedtime Routine](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/parenthood/bedtime-routine/)
- [breastfeeding](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/nutrition/breastfeeding/)
- [Hafiz](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/poetry/hafiz/)
- [meditation](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/spiritual-practice/meditation/)
- [Motherhood](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/parenthood/motherhood/)
- [weaning](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/parenthood/motherhood/weaning/)
- [Coupons](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/coupons/)
- [Massage](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/healing/massage/)
- [Emotional Integrative Bodywork](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/healing/emotional-integrative-bodywork/)
- [Consciousness Counseling](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/healing/consciousness-counseling/)
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- [Family](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/family/)
- [yoga](https://rainelizabeth.org/category/spiritual-practice/yoga/)

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