Holistic Philosophy - The term "holistic" is derived from the Greek root, holos, meaning complete, whole, entire. Holistic health incorporates our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well being. Healing holistically means restoring harmony, wholeness, and wellness at all three levels--requiring the integration of body, mind, and spirit. The body has an innate ability to heal itself and one can support the healing process with natural therapies and remedies that encourage our body's natural functions to restore. In working at achieving whole health, the goal is not to remove the symptom of illness or discomfort, but to get at the casual level and seek to attain a greater state of wholeness.

Holistic is not a technique but a way of approaching healing through incorporating several different therapies which may also include conventional/ Western medicine. Health is achieved by creating balance in all aspects of our lives--the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual self--by making healthy choices, establishing healthy relationships, honoring our environment, and taking responsibility for our own health.

We are influenced by many factors such as genetics, diet, exercise, relationships, attitudes, family background, society, environment, and spiritual or religious practices. A holistic approach to health is looking at the total or complete person. The path to recovery varies with each individual as we are all unique--what works for someone else may not work for another. There is no "one way," and we have many choices in which to integrate various approaches to healing.

Healing is natural. The body wants to be healthy and is constantly seeking its natural health on a daily basis. The healing of any imbalance in our lives comes from within us and health leads to the knowledge of the inner you. Treatment comes from outside, yet healing comes from within.

Our inner life energy becomes active through the practice of holistic techniques. Our vital force begins to correct imbalanced or interrupted energy flow and we begin to communicate with our true nature and become whole.

We are all connected with one another and with the planet earth. As we journey on a path toward wholeness and perfect health the earth heals also. It begins with each one of us individually. We then help create a wholeness within us that extends outward and around us. Practicing and subscribing to living a whole life, we move toward achieving our highest potential. To live wholly, we live consciously, mindfully, and aware of each and every day and its effects on the self, the body, our family, our community, and ultimately our planet.

Holistic Pathways recognizes the various paths there are to wellness and we emphasize balance and choices. One's journey toward balance, harmony, and wellness is not only supported with assistance and guidance in holistic approaches to health issues, but includes avenues to help individuals work with their medical doctors and health practitioners by integrating alternative/ complementary methods to achieve optimum health and joy. The path one chooses is a self-learning and discovery experience that is a lifelong journey.

Holistic Pathways offers and/or supports health counseling and education; wellness coaching; energy bodywork with integrated touch and natural healing therapies; yoga classes; nutrition, exercise, attitude, and lifestyle support. We are dedicated to empowering others to heal themselves and supporting one through a healthy transformation.

Our future at Holistic Pathways Yoga and Healing Center holds a promise to create a wellness community environment for those who seek assistance with their healing journey to wholeness. We believe our greatest achievement will be one of creating an awareness of self through self-discovery, healing, and positive growth. We begin with the very basic introduction to awareness, and continue with a focus on helping one strive toward wholeness on a guided journey.

Theologue by Alex Grey, Artist