Fall Greetings from the Owl’s Nest!
As I prepare to take a short break from the nest, I wanted to leave you with some things to reflect on while I’m away. I’ll be out of the office for three weeks, returning on October 23rd, and though I’ll be recharged and refreshed, I know many of you will have been navigating the ongoing challenges in your lives. When I return, I'll be sharing something that’s been carefully crafted with one goal in mind: helping you feel more at ease in your everyday life. This offering is designed to gently guide you toward greater calm, clarity, and balance—without needing to push through the overwhelm alone.
While I’m away, I will also be limiting my exposure to digital content. I’m taking a break from social media and doing a general digital detox to practice what I so often encourage—self-care. In a world where these tools are so appreciated and essential for running an online business, it’s just as important to know when to step back and recharge. I hope this serves as a gentle reminder to do the same when you have the opportunity, even if just for a weekend.
In the meantime, I wanted to share some significant validation of the efficacy of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) in the treatment of anxiety and other conditions. National Institutes of Health (NIH) studies cited provide strong evidence for the effectiveness of EFT across a range of psychological and physiological conditions. A systematic review of 56 randomized controlled trials involving 2,013 participants found EFT to be efficacious for anxiety, depression, phobias, PTSD, pain, insomnia, and autoimmune conditions. Multiple meta-analyses have shown moderate to large effect sizes for EFT treatment. One study examining physiological markers found significant improvements after EFT in anxiety (-40%), depression (-35%), PTSD (-32%), pain (-57%), and cravings (-74%), as well as positive changes in cortisol levels, blood pressure, and heart rate. EFT has demonstrated effectiveness across diverse populations, including veterans, students, healthcare workers, and patients with various medical conditions. The research indicates that EFT can produce rapid results with relatively few treatment sessions, and improvements are maintained at follow-up. You can read more at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9692186/
Finally, you might have noticed a shift in my branding. Owl's Nest Relationship Coaching and Transformation Coaching is evolving into "Owl’s Nest Therapeutic Coaching" to better reflect the nature of my coaching approach. This change represents my commitment to a therapeutic, holistic style of coaching that draws on various healing techniques to support overall emotional and physical well-being. You’ll see this reflected in my new logo, symbolizing the evolution of this work into a deeper, more comprehensive coaching model.
One of the most difficult aspects of anxiety is how isolating it can feel. When you’re caught in the cycle of anxious thoughts, it’s easy to believe that you’re the only one struggling. But community support—whether through shared experiences, encouragement, or simply knowing you’re not alone—can be a powerful force for change. Having others around you who understand what you’re going through can offer strength, perspective, and a renewed sense of hope.
As we move into November, I’ll be sharing more about how holistic healing and community support will come together in my upcoming program. Until then, remember that inner peace is not only possible, it’s closer than you think.
I look forward to reconnecting soon!
Warm regards,
Sally
