In a world overflowing with messages about self-care, itâs easy to believe that a few moments of pampering or indulgence are enough to restore balance. While temporary feel-good activitiesâlike a bubble bath or a treatâcan offer short-term relief, true wellness begins with a deeper commitment: self-respect.
On a recent episode of the Be Well with Dr. Michelle Greenwell podcast, I was joined by intuitive artist and healer Marian Egan of Heart Art Magic. Our conversation moved beyond buzzwords, exploring how self-respect lays the foundation for effective self-care, self-empowerment, and ultimately, self-love.
Letâs take a closer look at the power of this shift, and how tools like tea, intention, and BioEnergetic Wellness practices can guide us toward lasting vitality.
đ± Rethinking Self-Care: Whatâs Missing?
Most people understand self-care as doing something pleasant for themselvesâgoing for a walk, taking a nap, or booking a massage. These are valuable moments, but when done without intention or consistency, they don’t lead to transformation.
Research published in Health Psychology Open (2018) emphasizes that self-care is not a one-time activity, but a proactive, ongoing process involving self-awareness, personal responsibility, and skill-building to maintain health and well-being.
Enter self-respect.
đĄ Self-Respect: The Foundation of Healing
Self-respect involves honoring your values, your bodyâs needs, and your time. It means choosing nourishment over numbness, alignment over avoidance. When you respect yourself, you make decisions that prioritize long-term healthânot just comfort in the moment.
As Marian Egan shared, her Self-Respect card holds a frequency that aligns with this deeper vibration. When you activate self-respect, your energy field changes. You start making different choicesânot out of obligation, but out of love.
Before creating a self-care plan, Marian suggests exploring daily self-respect activities:
- Choosing nutrient-rich foods
- Practicing mindful movement
- Setting boundaries and honoring your limits
- Creating art or journaling with intention
đ” TEAlightful Support: Engaging the Limbic and Motor Systems
During our podcast, we featured a tea blend called TEAlightful, designed to support the body, mind, and spirit with carefully chosen herbs. Each ingredient offers something specialânot only nutritionally but also energetically.
Did you know the act of drinking tea can activate the limbic system, which regulates emotion, memory, and behavior? The ritual of steeping, smelling, and sipping tea brings presence and calm, and stimulates sensorimotor integration, helping the brain and body coordinate.
Letâs explore two key herbs from this blend:
đ„ Fireweed
A vibrant wildflower with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Traditionally used for gut health, fireweed supports detoxification, which can ease physical stress and reduce systemic inflammation. Emotionally, fireweed symbolizes resilience and growth after trauma, often being the first plant to bloom after a wildfire.
đŒ Dandelion Petals
A misunderstood powerhouse. Dandelions support liver function and detox, and are rich in vitamins A, C, and K. Energetically, dandelions are associated with ambition and perseveranceâa beautiful companion for anyone committing to daily wellness.
Together, these herbs nurture clarity, courage, and consistent energyâideal for those wanting to take ownership of their health journey.
đ§ Self-Reliance Through Wellness Tools
One of the key takeaways from our discussion is the need to build self-reliance with tools that empower healing, rather than waiting for external fixes. The BioEnergetic Wellness Formula, used by Marian and BioEnergetic Wellness facilitators, provides practical tools anyone can learn and use at home.
By balancing energy, releasing emotional blocks, and recharging the system through frequency-based practices, these tools build confidence and inner authority. The result? A person who is not only wellâbut actively living from a place of strength, peace, and purpose.
đ Take Action Today
If youâre ready to go beyond fleeting self-care moments, ask yourself:
- Am I choosing from a place of self-respect?
- Do my daily actions align with the life and health I want to create?
- What nourishing rituals (like tea, art, or movement) can I build into my routine?
The answers donât have to be perfect. They just need to be honest.
And if you’re looking for support, explore free tools and resources through CanBeWell.org – like the free e-book, ‘BioEnergetic Essentials,’ or learn more about Marianâs beautiful frequency card decks at Heart Art Magic, and explore her YouTube channel @marianegantransformationalhealth.
â Whatâs in Your Cup?
Next time you steep a pot of tea, remember: youâre not just making a beverage. Youâre creating a moment. A pause. An intention.
With fireweed, dandelion, and the intention to âStop time with the ancient combination from the garden,â TEAlightful offers more than tasteâit offers transformation.
To listen to the full episode, click the button at the top of the page.
Be well. Be intentional. And most of all, be respectful⊠to YOU.
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Stay tuned for the Peace Project Marian and Dr Michelle are currently working on…
