Today we’d like to introduce you to Jamie Munney.
Hi Jamie, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
I really got started on my serious health, healing, and spiritual journey about 25 years ago, although I can remember way back to when I was a young child, always contemplating life and wondering what it was all about. I was always curious and philosophizing about why we are here and what it is all for.
During a 12-year, very controlling and abusive relationship, my spiritual journey started and deeply blossomed. I was searching for a sense of control and understanding. Spirituality was the only thing that allowed me to escape from my current reality and see light at the end of the tunnel. It was my safe place. During those years, I had, I think, 2 or 3 awakenings. Just sheer bliss for a few days… then it left. Thinking I did something wrong to make it leave, I continued to try and acquire it again! I lived and breathed spiritual knowledge and the seeking of enlightenment. I also became deeply interested in natural healing, energy healing, sound healing, meditation, and all of those things.
It was only the deep desire, hope, and praying for death that gave me the strength to run from my abuser. There were many unsuccessful attempts, but the last one was final, and I did it! It took everything in me and drained me to the core. It has since been 14 years, and although I have done a lot of healing, I can’t say that I am fully healed. But I am a much stronger and better version of myself.
After leaving the relationship, I became a Reiki Master, got my Masters in Metaphysical Sciences, became an official Gary Craig Certified EFT Master, and have also expanded my knowledge in a wide variety of healing arts. I am currently taking a Cymatherapy Practitioner Certification. In 2013, I opened a Reiki practice, and I did that until I bought my postal center. It has been a great learning experience and journey running that type of business, and I also integrated my passion into it, turning the backspace into my alternative healing business. However, the time has come, and I have decided that it is completely necessary for me sell my postal center and focus all of my energy on what I love and what I believe is my purpose!
We all face challenges, but looking back, would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Life definitely has its challenges, and I think that’s just the way it goes! I have most definitely had my share over the years. I was in a 12-year abusive relationship that I escaped only by running for my life, literally! Thankfully, that ended in my favor, and I am safe now. The whole relationship was a catalyst for my spiritual growth, and I truly believe that without it, I would not be where I am today. I wouldn’t want to do it again, but I am thankful for the growth it gave me.
More recent challenges have been that of juggling motherhood, businesses, household management, and caring for a home zoo (LOL). When I was pregnant with my son, I purchased a postal center and have been running that while simultaneously caring for him and my home. We currently homeschool, and I have many additional responsibilities. Our house is the home to 4 cats, 4 dogs, a snake, two guinea pigs, 6 fish, 3 goats, and 32 chickens. We are also incubating emu eggs, so we may have emus soon!
This year brought its particular challenges as my mom got very sick and passed away. Dealing with her death and all the things that came with that has been very hard. My son was very close with her. I have received so much support from those that also loved her and have seen the impact she made on the community with her business and the care that she put into it. I believe it runs in our blood. My dad is still alive and living in a care facility, so I also try to take time to visit him and take him things he needs.
The progression of Lotus of the Valley couldn’t have come at a better time. It has been very uplifting to channel my energy into what I am destined to do.
Appreciate you sharing that. What should we know about Lotus of the Valley?
Lotus of the Valley is my longtime dream come true. I have been planning this dream of mine for probably at least a decade, and it is finally time for it to come into fruition. The first week of May 2024 has been especially special, as I have rented a space specifically for Lotus of the Valley and have also received approval for my non-profit status!!! I am beyond excited for this. Renovations of the space are currently underway, and I hope to be open and running ASAP!
Lotus of the Valley (LOV) is what I believe is my life’s purpose. It is a spiritual and alternative healing center dedicated to raising the consciousness of all beings as well as providing education on alternative healing methods such as energy healing, sound healing, frequency healing, meditation, Cymatics, emotional healing, and so much more. My goal is to provide a place of multi-level healing (mind, body, spirit), access to an environment conducive to healing, as well as education on how to achieve peace and happiness in whatever is important to you.
We were all born with the innate ability to heal ourselves, our bodies do it naturally, in fact I believe underneath it all we are all on a journey towards peace and harmony. This modern society offers many distractions which put us in a state of disease. Getting back to our true selves and abilities is possible and may take extra focus and energy. LOV will provide a peaceful sanctuary for anyone to come in and tap into their true self and peaceful healer within.
I will be offering many things at LOV, including but not limited to:
– Meditation stations
– Group meditations and healing circles
– weekly educational events
– alternative healing movie nights
– Reiki energy healing
– Amethyst/Tourmaline (BioMat) Far-Infrared healing
– Emotional Freedom Technique
– Cymatherapy Vibrational Healing
– Rife Frequency Healing
– Women’s health and healing
We love surprises, fun facts, and unexpected stories. Is there something you can share that might surprise us?
Something surprising that many people do not know, and that I actually did not know until about 2 years ago is that I am autistic and also have ADHD. I have done a good job at hiding it all of my life and dealing with it in the only ways I know how. From the outside looking in, I don’t think anyone would really know. The reality is that I have a severe amount of internal struggles every day. Up until 2 years ago, I just thought something was wrong with me. I spent decades trying to figure out my mental health issues and treat them. Nothing was ever really successful. Once I found out about my Autism, my whole life completely makes sense. I have spent hours upon hours going over events in my life and seeing them in a whole new way. I can accept parts of myself now and know that there isn’t something wrong with me; my brain just works differently. Even though I have this knowledge now, the struggles haven’t subsided. I struggle every day with sensory issues, overstimulation, meltdowns, complete overwhelm, difficulty advocating for my needs, and so much more. I am learning, but it’s definitely been extremely hard. This discovery has been a very important part of my journey.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.roothealings.com, www.lotusofthevalley.org
- Instagram: @self_healing_network, @lotus_of_the_valley
- Linkedin: www.LinkedIn.com/in/roothealings
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@SelfHealingNetwork
Image Credits
Anthony Moore
Cindy Lou Downey
Jamie Munney
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