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What is Your Word for 2015?

By Andrea Hylen

Intentions picmonkeyYesterday I talked about setting intentions for the year instead of resolutions and picking words to keep your arrow pointed in a direction that supports your vision for the year.

I picked three words this year.

*Wealth

*Self-Care

*Visibility

 

Wealth has me focused on:

*building a stronger financial structure for Heal My Voice so we can keep the programming affordable and support the healing of more people.

*building a stronger financial structure of support for myself so I can be and do more in the world.

*alternative sources for money like shared economy, corporate sponsors, conversations around money and resources to open the box to infinite possibilities.

 

 

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Self-care has me focused on:

*Physical, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects of my life

*Organic food, regular exercise with variety

*Fun

*Physical Touch

*Daily meditation

*Balance of time to connect with myself and others

*Pampering with haircuts, pedicures, massage

*Nourishing connections with people

*Getting off the merry-go-round conversations that are spinning circles of criticism, victim and martyrdom without processing and resolution

 

 

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Visibility has me focused on:

*Stepping into a bigger mentor and teacher role

*Being me, everywhere I go

*Knowing when to listen and observe.

*Knowing when to speak my words out loud

*Increasing Heal My Voice LIVE events in libraries, bookstores, living rooms, radio shows and blogs providing opportunities for conversations, idea sharing and increased understanding

 

What are your words for 2015? Post in the comments and let us hear your voice.

 

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Andrea Hylen believes in the power of a woman’s voice to usher in a new world. She is the founder of Heal My Voice, a Minister of Spiritual Peacemaking, a Writing and Transition Coach and Orgasmic Meditation teacher. Andrea has discovered her unique gifts while parenting three daughters and learning to live life fully after the deaths of her brother, son and husband. She is currently living out of a suitcase following her intuition as she collaborates with women and men in organizations and travels around the world speaking, teaching and leading workshops. Her passion is authentically living life and supporting others in doing the same. To connect with Andrea and learn about current projects go to: www.andreahylen.com and www.healmyvoice.org.

 

 

 

 

Ready to Make it Happen?

By Andrea Hylen

 

I am ready!

As we begin the year 2015, there is a lot of excitement. Time to leave the last few years behind and start a new chapter. We have ALL had some huge learning and growth in the last few years and we are ready to turn it into action.

So, how do we do that?

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1. Set some intentions for the year instead of resolutions.

A resolution is defined as a firm decision to do or not to do something which requires “will power.”

An intention is an aim that guides action; an objective; like pointing your bow and arrow at a target, making adjustments and changes to hit the target.

To support your intentions for the year, pick a few words that represent your focus for the year. Use them as a guidepost and a touchstone.

 

2. Make choices in alignment with your intentions

Decide what is most important to you this year and step by step make choices that keep you on the path. If self-care is on your list, then set up ways for you to have self-care. Add it to your schedule and make it a priority.

 

Screen Shot 2013-05-19 at 5.42.38 AM3. Create a system to see if you are on track

Setting up a weekly or monthly ritual with yourself for regular assessment and reviews to check to see if you are in alignment with your intentions. Are the choices you are making pointing you in the direction you want to go? Make a coffee date with yourself, a walk in nature, a bubble bath to slow down and connect with yourself to discover more about yourself and where you are with your vision for this year.

 

4. Set up a support system for success

Find an accountability buddy. Ask friends, family, peers, or colleagues to support you and see how you can support them. Join a master mind group. Hire a coach. Connect with a program that supports every baby step and giant leap.

You deserve it!

 

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

 

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 315353_10201052497332086_1044127686_nAndrea Hylen believes in the power of a woman’s voice to usher in a new world. She is the founder of Heal My Voice, a Writing and Transition Coach, Orgasmic Meditation Teacher and co- author of Conscious Choices: An Evolutionary Woman’s Guide to Life. Andrea has discovered her unique gifts while parenting three daughters and learning to celebrate life after the deaths of her brother, son and husband. She currently lives in Los Angeles following the inspiration to collaborate with women in organizations and to travel around the world speaking and leading workshops. Her passion is connecting women to support each other in the full expression of who they are.

Blogs by Heal My Voice Authors: October 26, 2014

IMG_1668During the month of October, we are shining a light on the Heal My Voice Authors. Every Sunday, the Heal My Voice blog will have a list of blog posts from some of the authors.

So…it’s Sunday, October 26 and week 4 of sharing powerful voices of women! Check out the blogs and leave comments. We want to hear your voice, too.

 

 

 

YOUR VOICE MATTERS!

Fearless Voices: True Stories by Courageous Women

Empowered Voices: True Stories by Awakened Women

Inspired Voices: True Stories by Visionary Women

Harmonic Voices: True Stories by Women on the Path to Peace

Feminine Voices: True Stories by Women Transforming Leadership

 

Authors:

Ellen Marie Dumer

Cassandra Herbert

Andrea Hylen

Ann Quasman

Beth Terrence

Kathleen Nelson Troyer

Sofia Wren

 

Blogs this week:

 

Sharing About…when prayer is hard.

By Ellen Marie Dumer

http://69.89.31.108/~deepinyo/2014/02/03/sharing-about-when-prayer-is-hard/

 

 

The Busy Person’s Secret to Meditation

By Cassandra Herbert

http://www.justbeewellness.com/the-busy-persons-secret-to-meditation/#more

 

 

Consciously Choosing: The Opportunity to Heal

By Andrea Hylen

http://www.andreahylen.com/consciously-choosing-the-opportunity-to-heal/

 

 

On My Mind: Breaking Up is Hard to Do

By Ann Quasman

http://womantalklive.com/2014/10/23/my-mind-breaking-up-is-hard-to-do/

 

 

Poem of the Week: Halloween Night

By Beth Terrence

http://theheartofawakening.wordpress.com/2013/10/31/poem-of-the-week-halloween-night-by-beth-terrence/

 

 

Join Me Over at Journey into Being!

By Kathleen Nelson Troyer

http://gentlymovingforward.net/2014/09/18/join-me-over-at-journey-into-being/

 

 

Raffael~Angel of Healing

By Sofia Wren

http://silentvoicesmagazine.com/articles/raffael-angel-of-healing

Blogs by Heal My Voice Authors: October 19, 2014

IMG_1668During the month of October, we are shining a light on the Heal My Voice Authors. Every Sunday, the Heal My Voice blog will have a list of blog posts from some of the authors.

So…it’s Sunday, October 19 and week 3 of sharing powerful voices of women! Check out the blogs and leave comments. We want to hear your voice, too.

 

 

 

YOUR VOICE MATTERS!

Fearless Voices: True Stories by Courageous Women

Empowered Voices: True Stories by Awakened Women

Inspired Voices: True Stories by Visionary Women

Harmonic Voices: True Stories by Women on the Path to Peace

 

Authors:

Andrea Hylen

Sandy McDougall

Karen Porter

Ann Quasman

Beth Terrence

Kathleen Nelson Troyer

 

Blogs this week:

 

Tell Me A Secret…

By Andrea Hylen

http://www.andreahylen.com/tell-me-a-secret/

 

Rocket Science

By Sandy McDougall

http://www.themaverickedge.com/rocket-science/

 

Taking Responsibility

By Karen Porter

http://www.mamaporter.com/2014/08/taking-responsibility-2/

 

On My Mind: Falling Into Winter

By Ann Quasman, Woman Talk Live

http://womantalklive.com/2014/10/16/on-my-mind-falling-into-winter/

 

My Fibromyalgia Recovery Story: An Interview on CFS Unravelled

By Beth Terrence

http://theheartofawakening.wordpress.com/2014/09/06/my-fibromyalgia-recovery-story-an-inteview-on-cfs-unravelled/

 

The Top 13 Things I Would Share with My Younger Self

By Kathleen Nelson Troyer

http://gentlymovingforward.net/2014/03/06/the-top-13-things-i-would-share-with-my-younger-self/

Blogs by Heal My Voice Authors: October 12, 2014

IMG_1668During the month of October, we are shining a light on the Heal My Voice Authors. Every Sunday, the Heal My Voice blog will have a list of blog posts from some of the authors.

So…it’s Sunday, October 12 and week 2 of sharing powerful voices of women! Check out the blogs and leave comments. We want to hear your voice, too.

 

 

 

YOUR VOICE MATTERS!

Fearless Voices: True Stories by Courageous Women

Empowered Voices: True Stories by Awakened Women

Inspired Voices: True Stories by Visionary Women

Harmonic Voices: True Stories by Women on the Path to Peace

 

Authors:

Andrea Hylen

Monisha Mittal

Karen Porter

Ann Quasman

Beth Terrence

Kathleen Nelson Troyer

 

Blogs this week

 

A Little Dream Comes True

By Andrea Hylen

http://www.andreahylen.com/a-little-dream-comes-true/

 

Embracing the Problem You Solve It

By Monisha Mittal

http://www.yourinnerease.com/1/post/2013/08/embracing-the-problem-you-solve-it.html

 

Keep Breathing

By Karen Porter

http://www.mamaporter.com/2014/05/keep-breathing/

 

On My Mind: The Scaredy-Cat

By Ann Quasman

http://womantalklive.com/2014/10/09/on-my-mind-the-scaredy-cat/

 

WTL 5: Meet Beth Terrence

By Beth Terrence

http://womantalklive.com/2014/10/09/wtl-5-meet-beth-terrence/

 

Whales of Tonga: Part 2. Trust. Prepare. Surrender

By Kathleen Nelson Troyer

http://gentlymovingforward.net/2014/10/02/whales-of-tonga-part-2-trust-prepare-surrender/

 

Blogs by Heal My Voice Authors: October 5, 2014

IMG_1668During the month of October, we are shining a light on the Heal My Voice Authors. Every Sunday, the Heal My Voice blog will have a list of blog posts from some of the authors.

So…it’s Sunday, October 5 and week 1 of sharing powerful voices of women! Check out the blogs and leave comments. We want to hear your voice, too.

 

 

 

YOUR VOICE MATTERS!

Fearless Voices: True Stories by Courageous Women

Empowered Voices: True Stories by Awakened Women

Inspired Voices: True Stories by Visionary Women

Harmonic Voices: True Stories by Women on the Path to Peace

Feminine Voices: True Stories by Women Transforming Leadership

 

Authors:

Ellen Dumer

Andrea Hylen

Karen Porter

Ann Quasman

Charlotte Rudenstam

Beth Terrence

Kathleen Nelson Troyer

 

Blogs this week:

 

Something Spiritual Stirring

By Ellen Dumer

http://69.89.31.108/~deepinyo/2014/09/09/something-spiritual-stirring/

 

A Life Powered by Orgasm

By Andrea Hylen

http://orgasmdaily.us/2013/09/a-life-powered-by-orgasm/

 

Let’s Celebrate Attitude!

By Karen Porter

http://www.mamaporter.com/2014/09/lets-celebrate-attitude/

 

On My Mind: The Crew

By Ann Quasman

http://womantalklive.com/2014/10/02/on-my-mind-the-crew/

Charlottes frågelåda: Varför vågar jag inte dejta på riktigt?

By Charlotte Rudenstam

(In Swedish. Use Google Translate)

http://lustochliv.blogspot.com/2014/10/fragelada-jag-tors-inte-dejta.html

 

Autumn Tips for Happy and Healthy Living

By Beth Terrence

https://theheartofawakening.wordpress.com/2014/09/27/autumn-tips-for-happy-and-healthy-living-2/

 

Boundary Landscapes: More Context and Questions

By Kathleen Nelson Troyer

http://www.journeyintobeingretreat.com/from-kat-boundary-landscapes-more-context-questions/

Inspirational Leadership: Project V.O.I.C.E and Sarah Kay

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I like to watch inspiring videos and films. They teach me new things and help me stay connected to the things I have learned already. There is a power in the writing and sharing of our stories. TEDtalks are videos of people telling a story.

Last night I found Sarah Kay again. The first time I viewed her TEDtalk was in 2011, when I was leading the first Heal My Voice book program: Fearless Voices: True Stories by Courageous Women.

In her talk, Sarah shares two poems and talks about spoken word poetry and the power of writing a poem to heal something. And she talks about the power of having your story witnessed. 

She inspired me in 2011 and again last night. Her talk reminded me of a few things I believe to be true.

*Keep growing and exploring and taking risks and challenging yourself.

*The power of having our stories and words witnessed.

*How we can encourage and learn from each other. (We are ageless in that.)

*The adult poets at the Bowery Club encouraged her 14-year-old voice and she taught them, too. “I really felt that”

*The impact parents can have on fanning the flames of their children’s passions.

Enjoy her TEDTalk here:
Sarah Kay: If I should have a daughter…

Her organization with partners Franny Choi and Phil Kaye. Be inspired by the impact they are having on the world…one word, one student at a time…

http://www.projectvoice.co/

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To connect with Andrea and learn about current projects go to: www.andreahylen.com

 IMG_1306Andrea Hylen believes in the power of a woman’s voice to usher in a new world. She is the founder of Heal My Voice, a Writing and Transition Coach, Orgasmic Meditation Teacher and co- author of Conscious Choices: An Evolutionary Woman’s Guide to Life. Andrea has discovered her unique gifts while parenting three daughters and learning to celebrate life after the deaths of her brother, son and husband. She currently lives in Los Angeles following the inspiration to collaborate with women in organizations and to travel around the world speaking and leading workshops. Her passion is connecting women to support each other in the full expression of who they are.

What is Feminine Leadership?

Wordle: Feminine Qualities

By Andrea Hylen, Founder of Heal My Voice

Twenty-two women explored this question last year in the 6th Heal My Voice Program.

What is Feminine Leadership?

We set an intention of exploring and releasing old ways of leading that were no longer working and cracking through to discover new ways to lead. We explored our leadership in business, parenting, collaboration and community.

The book of personal stories will be released on October 28 on Amazon. It is called Feminine Voices: True Stories by Women Transforming Leadership

Over the next 31 days, we are going to write blogs about leadership, shine a light on organizations and some writing tips.

Join us and share your voices in the comment sections.

 

In the on-line community, we began with this question, a year ago: What are some qualities of Feminine Leadership?

Our answers are listed below. Share your ideas in the comment section. See you tomorrow!

*Integrity
*Authentic Heart
*Compassion
*Flow
*Being
*Love
*Inner Strength
*Connecting
*Honoring mySelf
*Unconditionality
*Centeredness
*Listening
*Seeing
*Holding the Space
*Nurturing
*Multi-faceted,
*Responsiveness
*Inclusivity
*Respect
*Presence
*Vulnerability
*Strength
*Honoring Others
*Creativity
*Courage
*Embracing
*Receiving
*Non-judgmental
*Beauty
*Connected with the Earth

 

 

To connect with Andrea and learn about current projects go to: www.andreahylen.com

 IMG_1306Andrea Hylen believes in the power of a woman’s voice to usher in a new world. She is the founder of Heal My Voice, a Writing and Transition Coach, Orgasmic Meditation Teacher and co- author of Conscious Choices: An Evolutionary Woman’s Guide to Life. Andrea has discovered her unique gifts while parenting three daughters and learning to celebrate life after the deaths of her brother, son and husband. She currently lives in Los Angeles following the inspiration to collaborate with women in organizations and to travel around the world speaking and leading workshops. Her passion is connecting women to support each other in the full expression of who they are.

Writing: Finding the Rhythm of Your Voice

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By Andrea Hylen, Founder of Heal My Voice

 

The first time I endeavored to write a short, personal story about my life was for the anthology book of stories by women called, “Conscious Choices: An Evolutionary Woman’s Guide to Life. Even though I had been a journal writer for 20+ years and had participated in book circles with women, I found myself stuck in comparing my writing to others with feelings of being vulnerable and exposed and not good enough to publish my words.

I was stuck in not knowing which story to write, what style to write it in and how to get started.

One day I was driving to New York City to have a short overnight visit with my daughter Mary. It was a three and a half hour drive in the pouring down rain with plenty of alone time in the car. I decided to listen to a book on tape. I had just stopped by the library and picked up an audio copy of Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert. As I listened to her voice and her words for hours, I felt her words so deeply in my heart and soul. She is a professional writer who writes with authenticity about her life and feelings.

Something surprising began to happen as I listened and felt her story. Instead of comparing my writing to hers, I was inspired to tell my own life stories. I was inspired to write from my heart; my way with my voice. I thought to myself, that’s her voice. I want to write from my voice with feelings and passion and connection to my own stories. 

Listening to the book on tape inspired me to speak and write and learn how to tell my own stories. I encourage you today to read and listen to stories by other people. Instead of being intimidated by someone’s unique expression, allow them to help you open the door to yours.

Reading the words written by someone else is like listening to music. Open your heart and feel. Let your voice emerge from your soul and find the rhythm of your voice.

I did write my story by climbing into bed with my laptop every night for three weeks and letting the words and the feelings and emotions pour through me. I mentored 44 women to write their stories in the book Conscious Choices. I helped the women find the rhythm of their voices and let go of some formulaic way of writing. Three years later, I became the founder of Heal My Voice. In the first five Heal My Voice books, there are now over 100 vulnerable, powerful, authentic, personal stories and poems written by women who found the rhythm of their voice. We have created a symphony of voices.

Your Voice Matters. Find the rhythm of your voice and write your stories today.

To connect with Andrea and learn about current projects go to: www.andreahylen.com

 IMG_1306Andrea Hylen believes in the power of a woman’s voice to usher in a new world. She is the founder of Heal My Voice, a Writing and Transition Coach, Orgasmic Meditation Teacher and co- author of Conscious Choices: An Evolutionary Woman’s Guide to Life. Andrea has discovered her unique gifts while parenting three daughters and learning to celebrate life after the deaths of her brother, son and husband. She currently lives in Los Angeles following the inspiration to collaborate with women in organizations and to travel around the world speaking and leading workshops. Her passion is connecting women to support each other in the full expression of who they are.

Creating in the Silence

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By Andrea Hylen, Founder of Heal My Voice

 

“Music is two components woven together: notes and silence. Unless you allow silence, you have no music. So today, listen into the silence beyond words. Simply listen. Ask the wisdom in the silence to speak to you about your life today. I believe that as we do this, each one of us will find that we are part of a miracle just waiting our discovery.”

~Mary Manin Morrissey

 

In the Heal My Voice Year Long Writing Programs, we begin with listening in the silence for a story to emerge. Screen Shot 2014-07-24 at 8.14.27 PMWe ask to have a story bubble up that will heal something and support each of us in the reclaiming of personal power that was tied up in a personal experience from our life.

We listen for clues that are connected to words, music, art, memories, feelings; And we find them by listening and asking the story to find us.

 

Step 1 is to Listen:

The beginning of writing the story is a quiet path. It is part of an inner journey. And it is a path to self-discovery. Notice what crosses your path and stirs your heart. Let the river of ideas flow from within you. Do not push the river or grab in a feeling of franticness. Take a breath…Listen…Just Listen…

Here is a short audio for more inspiration and ideas for listening:

Heal My Voice Listen

 

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The next Heal My Voice program begins on Oct. 1, 2014. A year long program for women. Writing. Internet Radio. Social Media. On-line Community. It is called Sensual Voices: True Stories by Women Exploring Connection and Desire.

To connect with Andrea and learn about current projects go to: www.andreahylen.com

 IMG_1306Andrea Hylen believes in the power of a woman’s voice to usher in a new world. She is the founder of Heal My Voice, a Writing and Transition Coach, Orgasmic Meditation Teacher and co- author of Conscious Choices: An Evolutionary Woman’s Guide to Life. Andrea has discovered her unique gifts while parenting three daughters and learning to celebrate life after the deaths of her brother, son and husband. She currently lives in Los Angeles following the inspiration to collaborate with women in organizations and to travel around the world speaking and leading workshops. Her passion is connecting women to support each other in the full expression of who they are.