Rays of Light – Practical Insights & Tips

It’s past midnight. The room is quiet, but your mind isn’t — it replays conversations, worries, and to-do lists. You try to breathe slower, shift your pillow, think of something calm… but nothing works.Sleeplessness often isn’t just about habits; sometimes it’s your nervous system staying in “alert mode” long after the day has ended. Understanding…

Overcoming Public Speaking Fear: Small Steps, Hypnotherapy, and Practical Strategies Curious? Listen to Daniel’s Story In the latest episode of Rays of Light, we talked about a challenge so many people silently struggle with: the fear of public speaking.If you haven’t listened yet, you can find the episode here. One of our Sunnyside residents, Daniel,…

In our latest episode, we explored how strong emotions—anger, frustration, irritation—can sometimes feel overwhelming and automatic.
In this post, I want to go deeper into a simple, practical method for handling these emotions—so you can respond with clarity instead of reacting unconsciously.

Starting a new habit — whether it’s exercising, eating healthier, or finishing a project you started — can feel overwhelming. The good news? You don’t need hours or even 30 minutes every day to build momentum. Sometimes, just a few focused minutes of motivation, or even a single tiny step, is enough to get you…

Every ache, tension, or discomfort in your body can be more than just physical — it can be a signal from your emotions.
In our first podcast episode, Mary Lou noticed a sensation in her throat when reflecting on being “relaxed with determination and hope.”