Embodying Holistic Health

Explore the 3 nervous system states via Polyvagal Theory and how Reiki compliments the body's natural healing system.  Course Waitlist Sign Up! https://tally.so/r/7R2Nqz==  Connect with me: Email Subscription Sign Up: https://tally.so/r/KYlBZA Email: contact@mandalamethodhealing.com Website: mandalamethodmassage.com Book a Session: https://bit.ly/3SVgJFr Instagram: @marenelizabethh  Facebook: Mandala Method Healing 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. Sources Díaz-Rodríguez, L., Arroyo-Morales, M., Fernández-de-las-Peñas, C., García-Lafuente, F., García-Royo, C., & Tomás-Rojas, I. (2011). Immediate effects of Reiki on heart rate variability, cortisol levels, and body temperature in health care professionals with burnout. Biological Research for Nursing, 13(4), 376–382. https://doi.org/10.1177/1099800410389166 Diego, M. A., & Field, T. (2009). Moderate pressure massage elicits a parasympathetic nervous system response. International Journal of Neuroscience, 119(5), 630–638. https://doi.org/10.1080/00207450802329605 Guo, X., Long, Y., Qin, Z., & Fan, Y. (2024). Therapeutic effects of Reiki on interventions for anxiety: A meta-analysis. BMC Palliative Care, 23(1), 147. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12904-024-01439-x Kurebayashi, L. F. S., Turrini, R. N. T., Souza, T. P. B., Takiguchi, R. S., Kuba, G., & Nagumo, M. T. (2016). Massage and Reiki used to reduce stress and anxiety: Randomized clinical trial. Revista Latino-Americana de Enfermagem, 24, e2834. https://doi.org/10.1590/1518-8345.1614.2834 Kurebayashi, L. F. S., Gnatta, J. R., Kuba, G., Giaponesi, A. L. L., Souza, T. P. B., & Turrini, R. N. T. (2020). Massage and Reiki to reduce stress and improve quality of life: A randomized clinical trial. Revista da Escola de Enfermagem da USP, 54, e03612. https://doi.org/10.1590/s1980-220x2019009003612 Liu, K., Qin, Z., Qin, Y., Li, Y., Liu, Q., Gao, F., Zhang, P., & Wang, W. (2025). Effects of Reiki therapy on quality of life: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Systematic Reviews, 14, 72. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13643-025-02811-5 McManus, D. E. (2017). Reiki is better than placebo and has broad potential as a complementary health therapy. Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine, 22(4), 1051–1057. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5871310/ Porges, S. W. (1995). Orienting in a defensive world: Mammalian modifications of our evolutionary heritage. A polyvagal theory. Psychophysiology, 32(4), 301–318. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1469-8986.1995.tb01223.x Porges, S. W. (2011). The polyvagal theory: Neurophysiological foundations of emotions, attachment, communication, and self-regulation. W. W. Norton & Company. Porges, S. W. (2025). Polyvagal theory: Current status, clinical applications, and future directions. Clinical Neuropsychiatry, 22(3), 175–191. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12302812/ Disclaimer The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation before starting any new treatment or wellness routine. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. As an affiliate, I only recommend products that I truly believe in from companies that I personally trust.

Learn about Reiki with me! Sign up for the Reiki Level 1 Course Waitlist Here:  https://tally.so/r/7R2Nqz== Connect with me: Email Subscription Sign Up: https://tally.so/r/KYlBZA Email: contact@mandalamethodhealing.com Website: mandalamethodmassage.com Book a Session: https://bit.ly/3SVgJFr Instagram: @marenelizabethh  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. Sources Akpinar, N. B., Ozcan Yüce, U., Cansız, G., Yurtsever, D., Özkanat, C., Unal, N., Sabanoglu, C., Altınbas Akkas, Ö., & Yurtsever, S. (2024). Is Reiki effective in reducing heart rhythm, cortisol levels, and anxiety and improving biochemical parameters in individuals with cardiac disease? Randomized placebo-controlled trial. European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing, 23(7), 771–779. https://doi.org/10.1093/eurjcn/zvae051  Bordoni, B., Marelli, F., Morabito, B., & Sacconi, B. (2018). Emission of biophotons and adjustable sounds by the fascial system: Review and reflections for manual therapy. Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine, 23, 2515690X17750750. https://doi.org/10.1177/2515690X17750750  Díaz-Rodríguez, L., Arroyo-Morales, M., Fernández-de-las-Peñas, C., García-Lafuente, F., García-Royo, C., & Tomás-Rojas, I. (2011). Immediate effects of Reiki on heart rate variability, cortisol levels, and body temperature in health care professionals with burnout. Biological Research for Nursing, 13(4), 376–382. https://doi.org/10.1177/1099800410389166  Hammerschlag, R., Sprengel, M. L., & Baldwin, A. L. (2024). Biofield therapies: Guidelines for reporting clinical trials. Journal of Integrative and Complementary Medicine, 30(2), 133–145. https://doi.org/10.1089/jicm.2024.29128.rh  McManus, D. E. (2017). Reiki is better than placebo and has broad potential as a complementary health therapy. Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine, 22(4), 1051–1057. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5871310/  Popp, F. A., Nagl, W., Li, K. H., Scholz, W., Weingärtner, O., & Wolf, R. (1984). Biophoton emission: New evidence for coherence and DNA as source. Cell Biophysics, 6(1), 33–52.  Thrane, S., & Cohen, S. M. (2014). Effect of Reiki therapy on pain and anxiety in adults: An in-depth literature review of randomized trials with effect size calculations. Pain Management Nursing, 15(4), 897–908. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4147026/  Disclaimer The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation before starting any new treatment or wellness routine. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. As an affiliate, I only recommend products that I truly believe in from companies that I personally trust.

Learn the generals and basics of CBD with Maren! Check out Cause Medic CBD https://causemedic.com/collections/cbd *non affiliated  Connect with me: Email Subscription Sign Up: https://tally.so/r/KYlBZA Email: contact@mandalamethodhealing.com Website: mandalamethodmassage.com Book a Session: https://bit.ly/3SVgJFr Instagram: @marenelizabethh  Facebook: Mandala Method Healing 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. Sources Maren's massage therapy continuing education includes CBD training. Disclaimer The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation before starting any new treatment or wellness routine. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. As an affiliate, I only recommend products that I truly believe in from companies that I personally trust.

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 Subscription Sign Up: https://tally.so/r/KYlBZA Email: contact@mandalamethodhealing.com Website: mandalamethodmassage.com Book a Session: https://bit.ly/3SVgJFr Instagram: @marenelizabethh  Facebook: Mandala Method Healing 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. Sources Maren is a licensed massage therapist LIC #89030. Disclaimer The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation before starting any new treatment or wellness routine. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. As an affiliate, I only recommend products that I truly believe in from companies that I personally trust.

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 Subscription Sign Up: https://tally.so/r/KYlBZA Email: contact@mandalamethodhealing.com Website: mandalamethodmassage.com Book a Session: https://bit.ly/3SVgJFr Instagram: @marenelizabethh  Facebook: Mandala Method Healing 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 Disclaimer The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation before starting any new treatment or wellness routine. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. As an affiliate, I only recommend products that I truly believe in from companies that I personally trust.

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 Subscription Sign Up: https://tally.so/r/KYlBZA Email: contact@mandalamethodhealing.com Website: mandalamethodmassage.com Book a Session: https://bit.ly/3SVgJFr Instagram: @marenelizabethh  Facebook: Mandala Method Healing 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. Sources Loewe, E., & Kellner, L. (2018). The spirit almanac: A modern guide to ancient self-care (C. Edey, Illus.). Penguin Publishing Group.  Disclaimer The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation before starting any new treatment or wellness routine. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. As an affiliate, I only recommend products that I truly believe in from companies that I personally trust. 

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!  Connect with me: Email Subscription Sign Up: https://tally.so/r/KYlBZA Email: contact@mandalamethodhealing.com Website: mandalamethodmassage.com Book a Session: https://bit.ly/3SVgJFr Instagram: @marenelizabethh  Facebook: Mandala Method Healing 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. Disclaimer The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation before starting any new treatment or wellness routine. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. As an affiliate, I only recommend products that I truly believe in from companies that I personally trust.

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 Connect with me: Email Subscription Sign Up: https://tally.so/r/KYlBZA Email: contact@mandalamethodhealing.com Website: mandalamethodmassage.com Book a Session: https://bit.ly/3SVgJFr Instagram: @marenelizabethh  Facebook: Mandala Method Healing 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. Sources   Disclaimer The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation before starting any new treatment or wellness routine. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. As an affiliate, I only recommend products that I truly believe in from companies that I personally trust.

Nutrition is the foundation to living a quality life. The easiest way to begin living a higher quality life is to eat higher quality foods. In this episode, we discuss: what is nutrition what are carbohydrates, proteins and fats Connect with me: Email Subscription Sign Up: https://tally.so/r/KYlBZA Email: contact@mandalamethodhealing.com Website: mandalamethodmassage.com Book a Session: https://bit.ly/3SVgJFr Instagram: @marenelizabethh  Facebook: Mandala Method Healing 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. Sources Maren is a holistic health practitioner which includes nutrition training.  Disclaimer The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation before starting any new treatment or wellness routine. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. As an affiliate, I only recommend products that I truly believe in from companies that I personally trust.

Spiritual practices are deeply personal and have a wide variety of benefits on both an individual and collective level. In this episode, we discuss: what spirituality is  common spiritual practices the benefits of spiritual practices Connect with me: Email Subscription Sign Up: https://tally.so/r/KYlBZA Email: contact@mandalamethodhealing.com Website: mandalamethodmassage.com Book a Session: https://bit.ly/3SVgJFr Instagram: @marenelizabethh  Facebook: Mandala Method Healing 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. Sources   Disclaimer The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation before starting any new treatment or wellness routine. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. As an affiliate, I only recommend products that I truly believe in from companies that I personally trust.

Limiting beliefs are unhelpful thinking patterns that negatively effect our lives. They are often untrue and can have less than ideal consequences in our relationships and our lives. In this episode we discuss: what limiting beliefs are and why they are developed what the thoughts do when we experience and believe them what to do to address them and live in our power Connect with me: Email Subscription Sign Up: https://tally.so/r/KYlBZA Email: contact@mandalamethodhealing.com Website: mandalamethodmassage.com Book a Session: https://bit.ly/3SVgJFr Instagram: @marenelizabethh  Facebook: Mandala Method Healing 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. Sources Ellis, A. (1957). Rational psychotherapy and individual psychology. Journal of Individual Psychology, 13(1), 38–44.  Beck, A. T. (1963). Thinking and depression: Idiosyncratic content and cognitive distortions. Archives of General Psychiatry, 9(4), 324–333. https://doi.org/10.1001/archpsyc.1963.01720160014002 Beck, A. T., Rush, A. J., Shaw, B. F., & Emery, G. (1979). Cognitive therapy of depression. Guilford Press.  Disclaimer The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation before starting any new treatment or wellness routine. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. As an affiliate, I only recommend products that I truly believe in from companies that I personally trust.

Massage and bodywork is a multidimensional healing modality that addresses all areas of holistic health and living. In this episode, we discuss: what is happening physiologically in the body during a massage why massage can be painful sometimes  how massage benefits the whole body Connect with me: Email Subscription Sign Up: https://tally.so/r/KYlBZA Email: contact@mandalamethodhealing.com Website: mandalamethodmassage.com Book a Session: https://bit.ly/3SVgJFr Instagram: @marenelizabethh  Facebook: Mandala Method Healing 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. Sources Maren is a licensed massage therapist LIC #89030. Disclaimer The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation before starting any new treatment or wellness routine. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. As an affiliate, I only recommend products that I truly believe in from companies that I personally trust.

Holistic health is the most optimum ideology to reach a balanced state of living, yet there is much confusion and complex definitions about what holistic health is. In the first episode, we clear the air and set a firm foundation by clearly defining holistic health, along with introducing the purpose of the show and the host Maren Hoflund.  You don't want to miss: Introducing the host Maren Hoflund Defining holistic health  Breaking holistic health into the main categories  Connect with me: Email Subscription Sign Up: https://tally.so/r/KYlBZA Email: contact@mandalamethodhealing.com Website: mandalamethodmassage.com Book a Session: https://bit.ly/3SVgJFr Instagram: @marenelizabethh  Facebook: Mandala Method Healing 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. Sources Maren is a licensed massage therapist, holistic health practitoner, integrative somatic therapist, hypnotic sound bath facilitator, trauma informed space healer, and reiki master.  Disclaimer The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation before starting any new treatment or wellness routine. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. As an affiliate, I only recommend products that I truly believe in from companies that I personally trust.