Embodying Holistic Health

Lower Back Pain

Lower Back Pain Relief: Simple Self-Care You Can Do Right Now Dealing with lower back tension from desk work, stress, or just the demands of daily life? In this episode, we explore practical, evidence-based techniques you can use immediately to find relief—no expensive treatments or complicated equipment needed. 5calls.org Connect with me: Email: contact@mandalamethodhealing.com Website: mandalamethodmassage.com Book a Session: https://bit.ly/3SVgJFr Instagram: @marenelizabethh Facebook: Facebook Linked In: Maren Hoflund

PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Frequency)

PEMF Therapy: Charging Your Cells or Just Good Marketing? PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field therapy) has been everywhere lately, but what's actually real and what's just wellness hype? In this episode, we break down what PEMF is, how the technology works, what's happening in your body at the cellular level, and most importantly: what the science actually says versus what the marketing claims. From FDA-approved bone healing in the 1970s to NASA research to today's at-home mats, PEMF has legitimate clinical roots, but also a lot of overblown promises. We explore how electromagnetic fields affect circulation, cellular communication, and your nervous system's ability to shift out of fight-or-flight and into a state where you feel settled, grounded, and peaceful in your own body. Whether you're dealing with chronic tension from desk work, feeling "tired but wired," struggling with sleep quality, or looking for faster recovery from workouts or stressful days, this episode gives you the real breakdown. We also cover contraindications, how to try it risk-free, and why consistency matters when you're training your nervous system to access calm more easily. If you're curious about PEMF or wondering if it's worth the investment, this is the episode that gives you the truth. You deserve accurate information to make informed decisions about your wellness. Thank you for being here. If this resonated with you, I'd love to support your journey toward feeling calm, grounded, and at ease in your body. I'm Maren, licensed massage therapist, holistic health practitioner, reiki master, integrative somatic therapist, and sound healer. I work with individuals ready to prioritize peace and consistency in their wellness, especially when stress feels overwhelming. Connect with me: Email: contact@mandalamethodhealing.com Book a session: mandalamethodmassage.com Instagram: @marenelizabethh Facebook: Facebook Linked In: Maren Hoflund If this episode helped you, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. Subscribe for more conversations on bodywork, energy healing, and coming home to yourself. Be gentle with yourself. You're doing better than you think. 🤍 Sources FDA medical device database FDA 510(k) clearances Goodwin TJ, et al. NASA Tech Briefs, 2003 Pilla AA. Bioelectromagnetics, 2013 Shupak NM. Bioelectromagnetics, 2003

Winter Solstice Meaning and Rituals

Winter Solstice: Honoring the Longest Night The Winter Solstice marks the longest night of the year and an invitation to slow down, go inward, and trust the darkness. In this episode, we explore why rest isn't laziness but preparation, how community helps regulate your nervous system during challenging seasons, and five expanded rituals to help you cleanse, reflect, feel, rest, and express gratitude. Whether you're carrying stress levels that never seem to ease, pushing through exhaustion to stay consistent, or simply trying to get through your days—this episode offers permission to pause. Learn how to release what's no longer serving you without judgment, reflect on your year with compassion, and practice feeling your feelings without needing to fix them. The solstice reminds us: nothing stays dark forever. The light is already turning, even when you can't see it yet. You're exactly where you need to be. Thank you for being here. If this resonated with you, I'd love to support your journey toward feeling calm, grounded, and at ease in your body. I'm Maren, licensed massage therapist, holistic health practitioner, reiki master, integrative somatic therapist, and sound healer. I work with individuals ready to prioritize peace and consistency in their wellness, especially when stress feels overwhelming. Connect with me: Email: mandalamethodmassage@gmail.com Book a session: mandalamethodmassage.com Instagram: @marenelizabethh / @mandalamethodhealing Facebook: Facebook Linked In: Maren Hoflund If this episode helped you, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. Subscribe for more conversations on bodywork, energy healing, and coming home to yourself. Be gentle with yourself. You're doing better than you think. 🤍

Its Been Awhile - Welcome Back

Welcome back to Embodying Holistic Health with Maren Hoflund  In this episode, Maren explains her hiatus, the intentions of the podcast and it's future, and gives a brief update about her life and business. Join her for 2 episodes a month on Tuesdays!  Stay in touch via Instagram: Maren's Instagram - Mandala Method Healing Instagram Website, blog, live events, shop mandalamethodhealing.com  

Coping with GRAPES

There are endless coping skills and strageties, and some are definitely more healthy than others. In this episode, we discuss: what coping skills and strageties are  GRAPES Links and resources: Follow the show Instagram https://www.instagram.com/embodyingholistichealth/  Find my personal Instagram https://www.instagram.com/marenelizabethh/  My other project, Oath of a Pearl https://www.oathofapearl.com/  Website, herbal remedies, tea blends, and more services coming soon! Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on any of my holistic living tips and future wellness offerings! And, if you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a rating and a review? Thanks!