Randi was, and still is, the friend people feel safe and compelled to open up to. As a child she was interested in helping people. At 10 years old, Randi remembers diligently trying to help her girlfriend’s little brother overcome his autism. She truly believed she could help him. She wanted to, but didn’t know how. That is Randi’s first memory of her passion for helping other people heal. A few years later, she began hypnotizing her friends. At the time, she had no idea of the therapeutic benefits.

 

Years later, Randi attended Indiana University (IU) where she began her coursework studying social work and psychology. Next, she started taking classes that lead her to IU’s business school, number 2 in the nation. Even though Randi’s heart was not in business, she thought, “I was supposed to and that I should head in that direction.” During this time, she developed a deep love for the Earth and for Children. After graduating college, Randi began teaching at a summer camp that was really an outdoor school program. The program amazed her. She believed that all education should be as fun and creative as “Sunship Earth.” This was one of those powerful moments when Randi knew exactly what she wanted to do with her life; teach people to love and care for the Earth. At this point, she was sincerely considering a Masters Degree in Environmental Education.

 

In the meantime, Randi moved to Portland, OR and began teaching gymnastics at the Multnomah Athletic Club. While lifting a child out of “the pit,” Randi seriously injured her back. She was in pain and could not work; could not sit; and could barely carry groceries, let alone pay for them. This experience changed her life forever. She went to five different Chiropractors, a Naturopath, an Orthopedic Surgeon, and a Neurologist. No one could help! The pain was problematic, extending from the top of the neck, down to the foot and lasted for over 3 years.

 

Not knowing where to turn or what to do, Randi began studying health, healing, nutrition, herbs, and spirituality. Three years later, her relief began when she combined acupuncture, Chinese herbs, and a low stress job at a chiropractor’s office, where she could ultra-sound her back every day. It was a long journey towards health. Randi believes everything happens for a reason. Looking back now, as a Hypnotherapist and a Massage Therapist, she realizes how useful it was for her to experience chronic pain and discover what it takes to deal with it and get through it. In other words – how to heal herself.

 

Even with back trouble, Randi decided to move forward and obtain a Masters Degree in Environmental Education with the world renowned speaker, professor, trainer and designer, Steve Van Matre. She worked in the field as an environmental educator for over 20 years; teaching, directing, presenting, and designing various outdoor schools, camps, and events for children. She taught mostly kids, but also trained adults, facilitating workshops and giving presentations. Her career was in Environmental Education and her volunteer work was in helping people heal through spiritual practices. Today those roles are reversed. Randi’s career focuses on helping people heal and the core of her volunteer work is protecting the Earth and its life.

 

Upon completion of her Master’s Degree, Randi met the love of her life and moved to California. While teaching and living in California, she worked closely with Luciano Perez, a Medicine Man and Shaman. Luciano spent many years on the reservation learning Lakota tradition, ceremony and language. He established healing communities all over the world. Ours was located in the Redwoods, north of San Francisco. This was a very special time for Randi. She absolutely loved the deep connection she felt for the Earth participating in the Native American Purification Lodge also known as a Sweat Lodge. The teamwork and camaraderie she experienced during Ceremony was powerful. Randi reminisces, “We lived outside, cooking in outdoor kitchens, and sleeping in tents. We drummed, sang songs, and prayed all the time.”

 

During these events, Randi witnessed miracles and knew how helpful and important the Sundance was for the people of the reservation. She realize now that while participating in these types of ceremonies, participants were in a light state of hypnosis during the Ceremony and even while cooking the food. One year at the Sundance Ceremony in Rosebud, South Dakota, Randi was in charge of the outdoor kitchen which served up to 300 people a day! She worked almost 24 hours a day and enjoyed it, “I literally slept only 1 hour each day for eleven days, yet I had plenty of energy!”

 

This was a fascinating time in Randi’s life. Her community was very active; they traveled together training doctors and leading ceremonies. These “ceremonies” were group experiences in which people felt very close to “God” or a “Great Spirit.” A Sweat Lodge, also know as a purification lodge and part of the Native American Church, is a deeply moving and healing experience. A lot of time and resources went into creating the experience. We also participated and lead  Vision Quests, Peace Dances, Sundances, Yuwipi and Pipe Ceremonies. Randi remembers working with a young woman with Leukemia, “We did 4 Yuwipi Healing Ceremonies for her.  She improved every time! Miracles happened regularly. I have many incredible stories.”

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Going through a divorce and living as a single mom, gave Randi a greater understanding of many things including depression and intense stress. She also learned what it means to trust, let go and forgive: All incredible gems that she now has in her personal toolbox. Randi uses this toolbox to help others heal in a variety of ways, many times leading to life-changing transformations! Life is an amazing adventure filled with many surprises. Randi is more in control of those surprises than she ever knew possible. Learning how powerful our minds, how our miraculous mind works and heals as well as a deeper  understanding of the Law of Attraction are gifts she now shares with everyone in her life.

 

I am once again ready to share more of my story.  It's 2020 while I begin this update.  It's been 6 years since, my second soulmate and I split up.  Wow, that was an emotional but empowering journey.  As you probably already know, I now certify others to become Hypnotists and Hypnotherapists through Enlightened Living Hypnosis Academy.  I also lead advanced training for Hypnotists who want to get better results and make more money.  

 

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