Hermitage Farm Center for Healing

02/03/2026

02/03/2026

01/26/2026

Anthem. 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

Minnesota Anthem was created by a friend from Stockholm, Sweden who was concerned about what was happening in my home of Minneapolis. He created it using AI ...

01/25/2026

Beloved Source of all life,
Great Light of love, peace, and wisdom,
We invite Your presence now.

We ask that Reiki flow gently and powerfully
through the land of Minnesota,
through its rivers and forests, its cities and fields,
through every home, every heart, every soul.

May this healing energy bring peace where there is unrest,
comfort where there is sorrow,
clarity where there is confusion,
and hope where there is fear.

We ask that all who live here
be surrounded in divine light,
guided by compassion, understanding, and respect.
May kindness grow in every interaction,
and may justice, dignity, and unity be restored.

Let Reiki support the leaders, the healers, the teachers,
the parents, the children, and the elders.
May they act from wisdom and love
for the highest good of all.

We send healing to those who are suffering,
to those who feel unseen or unheard,
to those who carry heavy burdens in their hearts.
May they feel held, protected, and valued.

May Minnesota become a beacon of peace,
a place where hearts awaken,
where diversity is honored,
and where love is stronger than fear.

We give thanks for this healing,
knowing it is already flowing,
already working,
already complete.

With gratitude and humility,
we place this prayer in the light.

And so it is.
🙏✨

01/25/2026

Many people are experiencing trauma throughout our Minnesota communities. Trauma can happen to anyone. It’s the emotional and physical impact of distressing events, not the event itself, that can leave lasting effects. Trauma is common for people living with a mental illness and can arise from experiences like abuse, violence, natural disasters, bullying, loss, or historical and structural racism.

Trauma affects emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. It can show up as anxiety, sadness, anger, nightmares, flashbacks, or even numbness. Not everyone experiences trauma the same way—even when facing the same event.

Understanding trauma means understanding the brain: the amygdala, hippocampus, and prefrontal cortex can all be impacted, influencing memory, emotional responses, and decision-making.

A trauma-informed approach shifts the question from “What’s wrong with you?” to “What happened to you?” It focuses on safety, trust, peer support, collaboration, empowerment, and cultural responsiveness, helping prevent re-traumatization.

Coping with trauma can include connecting with supportive people, practicing mindfulness, honoring boundaries, and seeking help from trauma-informed professionals. Supporting others means listening, validating, respecting boundaries, and promoting safety and connectedness.

At NAMI Minnesota, we offer the Introduction to Trauma and a Trauma-Informed Approach class. A one-hour overview of trauma, its impacts on the brain, and the guiding principles of a trauma-informed approach. The Board of Social Work has approved this class to provide 1 CEU upon completion. Email communityeducationcoordinator@namimn.org and request a class for your organization or community.

01/14/2026

Official 2025 Community Voting Awards Platform for Rochester, MN. Where the community votes for their favorites every year.

01/09/2026

Drumming Circle
Tonight - 7pm

01/02/2026

Some favorite EO blends 💛❤