​Accessing your flow state is to become one with everything. Adjusting your life to a flow frequency requires goal clarity and the active practice of surrendering to the moment.


We put our life in a state of flow when we can identify and embrace what is in our control and let go of what is out of our control with ease. This directs our energy and brain power towards making the changes we need to obtain what we seek. Surrendering to flow brings rich meaning and fulfillment to life because we are not distracted by the mundane.


Flow state is Identifying the self as a part of something much larger than the inauthentic and the mundane. Less annoyed by boredom, less overwhelmed by daily obstacles, less held back by fear. It is an active process of self-awareness and making choices towards a meaningful and successful existence.


Flow theory became of interest to positive psychology researchers studying the creative process during the 60's. Scientifically, it is called transient hypofrontality and is a state of consciousness that allows the pre-frontal cortex of our brain to take a break. This frees us up from self-consciousness and self-talk and welcomes us into a more relaxed, creative and effective state.

​All efforts of a human being are to attain effortlessness in the future. Accessing flow allows you to obtain effortlessness right now because in this state, your brain processes information without the obstacles of self-consciousness. You are less aware of the self and more aware of the moment, you are in an effortless state of consciousness.


You can find flow in the activities that truly interest you, which is why artists are able to enter flow so easily while they practice their art. Yoga, meditation, running, and swimming are all examples of activities that may put a person into a flow state of consciousness. Once you become familiar with what puts you into a flow state, you can integrate more of these moments into your life! When you become familiar with how to access it, you will be able to access it at any moment.


Become aware of your goals in life and the flow you want your life to be a part of. You can navigate any decision by asking yourself, will this feed the flow I desire for my life? You can choose to respond instead of react. You gain access to your full potential and to a fulfilling existence by becoming one with flow and something larger than the self.

Gratitude is a super power that can be honed and developed to change the way you see your reality. When we practice gratitude and begin to live our lives from a vantage point of gratefulness and therefor wisdom, we adjust the vibration and frequency that we operate from. Why does gratitude require wisdom? Eventually in age comes the discovery of impermanence, that tomorrow really is not promised. If you can embrace this TODAY, you are able to soak in the blessings of what you have. You see these simple things, such as the roof over your head, the food in your belly, your family, for what they are... gifts. The day you are experiencing right now is a gift, and the only appropriate response is gratefulness. When we adjust our mindset towards gratitude and away from complaining, away from negativity, we readjust our brains filter of our reality. Interrupt anxiety with gratefulness. The reticular activating system within our brains serves as the filter we create, and it filters information according to what we deem a priority. So, if you are consistently focusing on the fact that you never have enough, your brain will filter your reality to match this. If you are practicing gratitude and aware of the abundance of your life, your reality will be filtered to match this. After a three week study at Berkeley of 100 participants, practicing gratitude revealed a changed MRI scan. There was more activity in the medial prefrontal cortex, the brain area associated with learning and decision making. Gratitude = The secret key to a life of abundance!

Create a journal just to express gratitude and make note of things, people, places, anything you are grateful for! These can be small things, like the breakfast you had this morning or a kindness you experienced. They can also be big things and reflections from the past that make you smile!

​Write letters of gratitude to the people in your life who you cherish! Let the people in your life know you are grateful for them! Write a few letters a week for 3 weeks, this is the study that Berkeley used when measuring the impact of gratitude on the brain!

​Create a safe, quiet space to meditate in a comfortable position. Reflect on simple things you are grateful for, such as the breath, and then reflect on your life and your many blessings!

​Pause throughout the day and bring yourself into the moment you are in to be grateful for it and enjoy it! For example, when you are eating a meal reflect on the journey the ingredients took to nourish your body. Take a sip of water and practice gratefulness that you have clean water to drink. Soak in life as its happening!

​Setting an intention when embracing magic requires you to carefully craft and write down what you want to manifest and BELIEVE it to be true. It must be concise and you must be confident in what you want. One way to do this is by creating an affirmation, usually one or two sentences, that is repeated a certain number of times. Another way is to create an incantation, which usually is more of a poem and often rhymes. Writing them down and/or speaking them during your ritual is a direct way to communicate the energy you are wishing to attract. You can sing them too! A ritual found in almost every religion is humming and singing.

Orange, Yellow, and Gold:
Confidence, inner power, self-esteem, focus, memory, communication, education, finding what is lost, emotional and physical healing.
Blue:
Emotional balance, relaxation, anti-anxiety, inner truth, communication within relationships, enhancing psychic abilities, bringing peace to issues at home, health for women, pregnancy and motherhood.
Green:
Abundance, light-heartedness, healthy finances and management of money, luck, making decisions in alignment with your purpose, success.
Purple:
Connecting to the divine and your ancestors, psychic and intuitive abilities, wisdom, highest self, protection, home blessings, career path and invoking spirits.
Red:
Passion, courage, sexual energy, love, energy, protection from attack.
Pink:
Healthy heart space, romantic love, attracting love, creating harmony in relationships and marriage. Enhances beauty.
White and Black:
Can represent any color above, clearing a space of negative energy, opening up to the divine.

by Kathleen Jaramillo Kweskin

BY JESSICA OUTLAW

Begin standing.
Close your eyes.
Separate your feet two fist width apart.
Spread out and relax your toes against your mat. 
Root down the four corners of each foot: inner ball, outer ball, inner heel, outer heel.
Unlock your knees.
Lengthen your tailbone towards your heels. 
Extend your arms slightly away from your sides with your palms facing forward. 
Roll your shoulders down your back.
Feel your collarbones wide and your chest open. 
Gently gather your shoulder blades towards your spine ; the shoulder blades cradle the heart and the lungs. 
Feel your head balanced right on top of your spine; crown of the head floats up. 
Soften your jaw.
Increase the space between your eyebrows.
Let any tension slip from your facial features.
Feel yourself as this lightening rod of energy connecting heaven and earth as you stand in Tadasana
​(Mountain Pose).

BY COLTON SPOSTA

Are you tired of feeling sore after workouts? Deep tissue massage is an effective and beneficial therapy
that can improve your health and sense of overall well being. There are many benefits that come from
receiving regular deep tissue massages, and it’s important for anyone looking for tangible healing results
to consider it.

Your body is made up of numerous muscles, tendons, and ligaments that serve vital functions. Deep
tissue massage helps restore your body’s natural state by concentrating on the deeper layers of muscle
and connective tissues. By manipulating these tissues, deep tissue massage can help reduce areas of
tension, increase blood and lymph flow, and stimulate the nervous system. Ultimately, this helps to reduce
stiffness and soreness after workouts, alleviate pain, bring down inflammation, and promote a general
feeling of wellbeing. You may also experience a boost in improved workout performance and improved
range of motion as well as shorter recovery time between workouts by incorporating deep tissue massage
into your routine.

Deep tissue massage can also be particularly helpful to those suffering from chronic neck and back pain,
as well as people who have experienced sports injuries. In particular, athletes can also benefit from deep
tissue massage before and after competition to improve athletic performance and enhance their recovery
process. Furthermore, issues such as sciatica, piriformis syndrome, shoulder impingement, headaches,
and scar tissue and more can all be effectively treated through deep tissue massage.
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At (Grow Wellness), we understand the importance of taking care of yourself, believe in the benefits of
deep tissue massage and prioritize providing the utmost quality of service to our clients. Whether you’re
an athlete looking to improve performance, want to give your body the extra edge for your workouts or
simply want to take some time to take care of yourself, Colton will help you by customizing his approach
to suit your individual needs.

​Colton has been a licensed Massage Therapist since 2015. His style of massage therapy is corrective, targeted and specific. Colton holds certifications and specializes in Cupping therapy, Deep Tissue Massage and Myoskeletal Alignment Technique which is a unique bodywork system to relieve pain, restore function rebalance and reeducate the body.

Hi my name is Colton I’ve been a licensed massage therapist since 2015. Sports have always held a special place in my heart. From an early age I was drawn to the thrill of competition and pushing myself to new limits. As I grew older my passion for sports evolved not only as a participant but as a healer. Experiencing different injuries sparked my curiosity to explore ways to support healing and recovery. It was during this time that I discovered the incredible benefits of massage therapy. Below we will discuss one of my main specialties I typically use during a massage session.

​Massage therapy has long been recognized as a powerful tool for human well-being and relaxation. Beyond its soothing effects, it is also known to provide relief from various physical ailments. One particular type of massage therapy that has gained popularity in recent years is myoskeletal alignment therapy. In this blog post, we will delve into the world of myoskeletal massage therapy and explore its benefits.

Myoskeletal therapy is a specialized form of massage that focuses on the treatment of musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. Developed by therapist Erik Dalton, this therapy combines elements of deep tissue massage, myofascial release, joint mobilization, and muscle energy techniques. The primary goal of myoskeletal therapy is to provide long- lasting pain relief and improve overall body alignment.

During a myoskeletal massage session, the therapist follows a systematic approach. They start by assessing the client's posture, range of motion, and overall musculoskeletal alignment. Once the problem areas are identified, the therapist uses a combination of targeted techniques to address the underlying causes of pain and
dysfunction. This may include working on muscle imbalances, releasing tight fascia, and improving joint mobility.

​Myoskeletal massage therapy offers a wide range of benefits beyond pain relief. Here are some of the key advantages of this modality:

To book your next session with Colton, contact the front desk by calling (203) 403-3710 or email [email protected]!

by Elin Waterston

Thai Body work is available by appointment. To schedule, call the front desk at (203) 403-3710 or email your availability to [email protected] ... we can't wait for you to try this epic experience!