Holy Days, Consumerism and…
December 2025 Edition
…A Baby. Oh My!
For the last several years, I’ve been feeling a growing disconnectfrom the holiday season. As an adult, the magic of the holy days (holidays) waned and I slowly became consumed inconsumerism. While there is something really sweet and festive about engaging in the hustle and bustle with everyone out shopping for their loved ones, for me, it sometimes felt forced and without heart.
Maybe the disconnect came from both of my grandmothers passing over the years which were the gathering places for our large family traditions and being together. Or it could be from feeling like this time together is all about gifting and that has come to feel really empty to me. The questions that have been surfacing the last few years are, “What are we really doing? What does this time really mean?”
Funny enough, I am due to give birth on Christmas Eve this year. After all these years of feeling disconnected from this season, it’s as if God is giving me a reason to bring joy and meaning back into this time for me and my family.
On another note, it has been an interesting experience in gathering last minute items for baby during this year’s Black Friday extravaganza. Didn’t Black Friday used to be just one day? I am pretty sure it is still going on and it’s been over a month of sales and deals and it’s exhausting! While I’ve been grateful to gather a few last minute items for baby with the lower prices, the constant feed of emails and the continual sale of things is like a grinding on my soul. I am so tired of buying things. Why? Because it is all external, all outside of my heart.
So while I still haven’t figured out the answer to my questions about the meaning of this time of year, I know what doesn’t feel good - solely focusing on material objects to give meaning to the season. My soul longs for something deeper.
I’ve slowly come to reconnect with what actually makes the magic of the season… bringing live greens into the home when the weather becomes cold and snowy as the Earth prepares for her slumber. Cooking and baking with friends and family and sharing conversation over intentionally prepared foods. Allowing the lights to turn low in the evenings, enjoying candlelight and the fire while reading out loud, playing games or crafting. Finding the joy in the simple things, slowing down and savoring what is right in front of me.
It’s easy to forget how much health and well-being, our own and those we love, is the most treasured gift we can have. A friend who was recently very sick for an extended period of time, shared with us that age old adage - “if you don’t have your health, you have nothing”. It’s so true!
So maybe, while not the immediate gratification of opening a material gift, consider the long-term benefit of gifting yourself and your loved ones something more potent like a session in the Harmonic Egg®️, a day at the hot springs, bodywork or herbal products to keep you grounded and in your heart and health.
Sometimes, healing services don’t seem as tangible to us - we feel like we spend money on something “unseen” and it might subconsciously feel like a waste because it is not a material item that other people can see. However, our health couldn’t be in a more vulnerable state these days - with toxins in our food, clothes, cleaning products and more, EMFs interfering with our own personal frequency, blue light from screens (also referred to as a silent killer of our time), and more… to invest in your health through healing services to detoxify the body mind and spirit is the number one medicine of our time.
Sound therapy from the Harmonic Egg®️ shifts the brain waves into theta and delta, a healing zone where self-repair, homeostasis and the release of serotonin (the “happy hormone”) occurs. (scientifically proven btw). When you consider your body is made up of as many as 60 Trillion, yes, TRILLION, cells, it’s remarkable how these cells communicate with one another to keep us healthy. Each cell is “listening for environmental signals and relaying instructions to the DNA within the nucleus of the cell. Your DNA responds by activating the necessary machinery within the cell.” When these cells are out-of-balance, from the many reasons stated above and including your emotional states, the hormonal pathways will shut down, leaving you frustrated, anxious, sad, depressed and so on, making you more susceptible to illness and disease if it continues.
A session in the Harmonic Egg®️ is akin to a tune-up to bring your cells back into balance much like a finely tuned orchestra. Healthy cells mean a healthy life and who doesn’t want that?
I read a recent quote “real sincerity is radical honesty.” I’d also suggest REAL HEALTH IS RADICAL HONESTY. It’s a whole body system that needs to work in concert with all facets of our lives.
So here is a RADICAL offer (ok, not that radical) for you and your loved ones this holiday season.
May you all be held in the peace and joy of the season. We are radically grateful for your support of our small business.
Calley & Mona
October’s Descent
October 2025 Edition
Greetings from golden Durango!
I don’t know a single person who doesn’t love this time of year. And at the same time, it is so fleeting. Summer and winter seem to last forever, sometimes even spring. But the painfully beautiful experience of autumn, the cooler temperatures, crisp air, and witnessing the earth take her last magnificent inhale, giving it all she’s got in her expression of creation, is sometimes too much for me to take in. Every year the beauty brings tears to my eyes. It feels like a painful beauty, knowing that Mother Earth is okay in letting it all go, because she knows she will return again, new. There is so much depth and lessons for us humans to take in and apply to our own lives. Lessons in letting go of things, letting parts of ourselves die throughout our lives while embracing the beauty of life, knowing that we will return again, more resourced within ourselves to create something new again in the spring.
We can always look to nature to sync her rhythms and cycles with our own lives. When the first frost blows in its presence, and the leaves begin to blanket the earth, humans are also meant to begin our exhale and slow down, prepare the blankets for our own winter slumber alongside nature. When we ignore this necessary shift, when we continue to go on like it is summer, the intelligence of our bodies will stop us. Often times people get sick, the body’s intelligence saying, okay I will make you stop and slow down if you don’t pro-actively do it on your own. We can also experience anxiety or burn out, our bodies communicating that maybe there is something under the surface that wants to be acknowledged in this transition.
I am currently 32 weeks pregnant. In the last few days, my body has surfaced the deep grief of experiencing my first child complete her last breaths in my womb at this same time of gestation two years ago. As I have been presencing this grief in my body, I look around to see what nature is showing me. She is showing me the beauty of death and life, simultaneously. Many leaves have fallen from trees and are ready for dormancy, while many others are holding out their full vibrant color, allowing us to continue holding on. And that is exactly what I have been feeling in my body, the memory of the death of my child at this stage of gestation, while simultaneously housing a vibrant new human life inside of me. Grief is uncomfortable, and surfaces when we least expect it. And what I have learned is that it passes, and it is just so important to feel all of it and not push it away. It is the reality of life, and when we fully experience death and the immense pain that comes along with it, this life becomes so much more precious.
It can be challenging to allow ourselves to feel emotions that want (and frankly need) to be seen and acknowledged. What I’ve noticed is that the Harmonic Egg®️ is such a gentle safe container for people, and when being embraced by music, it naturally and without effort, opens ourselves to see and feel that which wants to be acknowledged. When we allow ourselves to feel our emotions, it supports our entire well-being. When we hold onto fear, worry, anxiety and stress, these are known to cause more health issues.
Lately at the Sanctuary, we’ve had many recurring clients that have been coming for multiple sessions, months and for some, years. Why do they keep returning you may ask? If you haven’t had a session in the Harmonic Egg®️, this can be hard to understand. A session in an acoustic sound chamber may not feel as tangible or physical like doing a workout for example. And it is certainly not the same as taking a supplement or pill. Sound works on every level of our being - physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual.
Music created in specific tones and frequencies can target and affect the body in deeply restorative ways.
There are many ways we can pro-actively midwife ourselves through this passage of autumn to winter. And, as we adjust our clocks this weekend, there is no better time than now to begin incorporating the shifts that work for you. Some of my favorite ways to prioritize my health and well-being in this transitional time include…
Prioritize Rest
Supporting the body’s circadian rhythm (sunrise light on my eyes, sun throughout the day, turn off overhead lights at dusk/night, no blue light/screens after dark, bonus points for wearing blue blocking glasses throughout the day and night)
Coming up with creative ways to enjoy the evening instead of being on screens (screens = false light)
Immune system support
Pro-actively support the immune system with CosmicMother Elderberry Elixir and Dancing Willow’s Mindful Mushroom Mix.
Nourish the body with warming whole foods (warming spices, soups, cooked veggies)
Nervous system support! Sessions in the Harmonic Egg and being in nature as much as possible to support continually returning home to yourself.
Please reach out if you or a loved one would like support in this transition. When you come in for a session, we spend time checking in to see how you are doing on a mental, emotional, physical and spiritual level. You're welcome to share whatever feels right. This is also an important process for us to choose the proper song for your session. We've noticed that the more you allow yourself to share and feel whatever is coming up for you and clear some space, the deeper one can go in the Egg to gain new insights and awareness. And if you are feeling great and don't need to share or process much, that is also great and we can get you in the Egg for your energetic tune-up which supports strength in body, mind and spirit and allows you to continue walking through a chaotic world in a grounded and embodied way.
Check out the FAQ’s on our website.
Please reach out with any questions. Sending love and hope to see you all soon!
Calley & Mona
“Self-Care is Literal Life Support Right Now”
September 2025 Edition
I write to you with a heart full of hope and gratitude as we celebrate two years at our beautiful Harmonic Earth Sanctuaryin downtown Durango, Colorado! In this time, we have welcomed hundreds of clients to experience the transformative power of the Harmonic Egg®️.
"The little ones love the music and womb-like environment in the Egg. In return, both mama and baby's nervous systems get a reset and deeper attunement.
As we transition from summer to fall, the Harmonic Egg®️ has been welcoming more of you to our sanctuary, and the level of insight, relief and connection taking place has been nothing short of mind-blowing. A client recently said to me,
“self care is literal life support right now”,
and I couldn’t agree more. And in reflecting on that term, “self-care”, I see it more than just a day at the spa or checking off the yoga class or morning meditation. Are you actually connecting to your essence in those moments? Are those experiences changing you and bringing you insight, supporting you to live more authentically and true to your mission here in this lifetime? Because we are living in a very unique time in history and it’s imperative to know thyself. As we all know, there is a lot going on around us as well as within our own daily lives and we may get swept away in the storm if the connection to ourselves is not strengthened and in-tact (hence the life support metaphor). The reason why so many clients are receiving transformational experiences in the Egg is because as their nervous systems find a state of safety and rest, while being bathed in the frequencies of sound, light and color, they are able to find the space to re-connect with their truth and unique blueprint. Our intelligent bodies are always communicating FOR us and our evolution.
We are not the same people we were at the beginning of this year. We are in the midst of two eclipses at the time of this writing. The energetics of this time are inviting us to acknowledge the stuff we’ve been keeping swept under the rug - the masks we wear, old stories and shadows that are holding us back. All that we have been seeking in our lives, already lives within us. This is a time of clearing - if it isn’t providing you literal life support, it no longer belongs in your life! It is time to bring the externally focused energy back inwards, to strengthen the bright light that lives within you and to shine who you already are out into the world.
Some recent testimonials sum up beautifully what I am speaking to -
“Since our last session, I found myself feeling wonderfully drowsy and sleepy, not tired per se, but rather a surrender to rest and falling asleep at unexpected times. And not pushing myself to be productive. My head feels less heady (haha!) that future over-thinking habit! Released feelings of a need to figure it all out and have a safe plan for the uncontrollable “what if”…. More ease between sternum and umbilicus. Overall more soothed. And improved digestion perked up today! WOW!” - Roxanne M.
“I had another incredible experience with the Harmonic Egg. Three weeks ago I woke up with an extremely bad migraine as well as tremendous amount of congestion in my lungs due to the multiple fires that were burning in Colorado. My head was absolutely pounding in pain to the point where I wasn’t even sure if I could even drive to get to the Harmonic Egg. I mustered up every bit of my willpower to travel into town and make it to my appointment and boy was I glad that I did! After my 50 minute session in the Harmonic Egg, my migraine was completely gone! My lungs felt 100% better! I had also had some right kidney pain on top of all of that, that also was relieved in that same session. Calley did an incredible job of finding the right song that would address the migraine, lungs and kidney. I was absolutely astounded with how much better I felt and so grateful to have had an experience with the Harmonic Egg’s healing capacity outside of my normal orthopedic pain and conditions, (which have always been astounding as well.) So if you are suffering with ANY kind of discomfort, pain, medical condition or chronic condition, I highly encourage you to find the nearest Harmonic Egg near you and treat yourself to its incredible healing benefits! Meanwhile, I have continued to go weekly for 9 weeks in a row for my orthopedic condition and I am still receiving incredible relief from pain pertaining to my neuropathy and spinal pain and inflammation. The Harmonic Egg has absolutely given me a quality of life back! I will continue to maintain my wellness every week with the Harmonic Mommy Egg!”
Sincerely,
Crystal A.
"In the stillness of the Harmonic Egg, I found something I didn't know I was searching for... a sacred silence that spoke to my soul. As light and sound wrapped around me, my nervous system softened unwinding years of tension in a single breath. It has felt like coming home - not just to my body but to the peace that lives beneath the noise. Since my first session, I am able to move with more ease, breathe with more trust and remember who I am when I am not in survival. I am no longer in fight or flight. The Egg isn't just healing me it is realigning me with my own divine rhythm." - Celeste K.
In other news, last month I was on my first podcast titledWhen the Body Speaks, with my dear friend Elliott Brinkley, owner of Dancing Willow Herbs here in Durango, CO and The Dancing Willow podcast. We dove into my personal journey of receiving my body’s intelligence, alerting me how I was living out of alignment with my truth. We also discussed plant allies that have been supportive in my grieving process and Elliott’s Blooming Rooted Retreat happening this Autumnal Equinox which I am so excited for.
We are celebrating TWO YEARS of serving the Durango community and surrounding area! Thank you Durango!
With love,
Calley and Mona
Summer Slow Down + New Testimonials
July 2025 Edition
I’m old enough to remember the “lazy” days of summer. It seems summer felt nurturing back then vs the frenetic pace of today. As kids we would ride bikes in the neighborhood and play in the woods. We went swimming at local lakes or the municipal pool nearly everyday. There were Little League ballgames and the library reading program. After a day of unstructured play, our sweaty little bodies would come home to sit in front of the fans with some cool drinks. Not that I want to live in the past but in many ways it was “the good old days”. Children were healthier. Life seemed to flow more easily.
Slowing down takes effort these days. It requires a pace that pushes against the status quo of being busy all the time. Taking care of your physical well-being is no longer an option as it must be a conscious effort in these times of the constant noise of the unsettled world. When you begin to master the ability to regulate your nervous system, the events of the world have less impact on you. You live your life from an place of inner peace and trust in the evolution unfolding and your emotions no longer rule your life. Emotions, that if left unchecked, will nearly always lead to health issues down the road.
Calley and I have witnessed some of the most amazing transformations with the Harmonic Egg; some of them truly miraculous. It’s humbling to see someone make a conscious effort to balance their emotional and physical well-being and to receive the outcomes they desire.
These client testimonials say it best:
If you need a little extra incentive to slow down the pace of your summer and take time for yourself, here’s a coupon code for $24 off a Single-Session in the Harmonic Egg®️
Use Code SUMMERSLOW at checkout.
Expires on July 15th
Love to all of you!
Mona