Living in Paradise...Occupied

Living in Paradise...Occupied

I was born less than a quarter mile from Lake Michigan, on the North Side of Chicago in the late 1970s. Walking to the lake, that vast body of fresh water, was a common practice in my neighborhood. The lake has always been a space of healing and tranquility for me—no matter what life threw my way, I could walk to the lake, and it would restore my mind and body. Whether I biked, walked, or drove, I left the lake feeling balanced, elevated, and aligned. There’s something about water—its soothing energy and the way it reflects nature’s purity—that heals us. I realize now, how fortunate I was to grow up with such access to water. Not everyone has that luxury.

In today’s world, proximity to water has become one of the most coveted and commodified aspects of real estate. And yet, water is the essence of life. We are told that we are 70% water, just like the Earth, and so it makes sense that we are inherently drawn to it. Water connects us to the elements—the grass, the sand, the wind, and the sun—all in one place. But many people around the world are blocked from that connection, often in ways that are politically, economically, or even emotionally driven.

I now live in Ramallah, in the Holy Land, where access to water is restricted. This land, so rich with history and spirituality, is also occupied—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. The beach you see in the photo above is off the coast of Palestine, where my husband and I were, for the first time, allowed access to visit the sea. It was only the second time in his life that he had been there. Imagine a world where you can live just a few miles from the sea and yet be denied access to it for your entire life.

Water has become something special, even sacred. Here in the Holy Land, we are blocked from accessing water, from connecting with one of the Earth’s most healing forces. That absence is felt deeply in the body and soul. Yet, in that absence, I’ve learned to find paradise within me. I’ve learned that true healing comes not from external forces but from our connection to something deeper—our connection to the divine, to the Creator, to Allah.

This realization is at the heart of The Lighthause Studios. We believe that healing, growth, and transformation start within. We offer a sanctuary—a space where individuals can connect to their own inner healing, whether through Virtuality, our innovative virtual platform, or through workshops, sessions, and classes that help clear trapped emotions, release fear, and reconnect with divine energy. In this work, I’ve found my calling—to help others access their own emotional freedom and live fearlessly.

The Power of Healing Through Emotion Code

Becoming an Emotion Code practitioner has been a journey of profound discovery. In my practice, I help individuals identify and release trapped emotions—energies that have been absorbed or inherited from the environment, family lineage, or even past lives. These trapped emotions often manifest as fear, confusion, or pain in the body, blocking us from living fully in our truth.

In my personal journey, I’ve cleared lifetimes of fear—fear passed down from my ancestors, fear absorbed from living in a world occupied by external forces, and fear that has kept me from fully embracing my voice and my purpose. As I’ve released these fears, I’ve found freedom. And through The Lighthause Studios, I offer that same freedom to others, helping them heal from their own fears and blockages, allowing them to live in harmony with their true selves and the world around them.

The emotional healing I offer through The Lighthause Studios has taught me that paradise is not a place but a state of being. When we release what no longer serves us—fear, anger, trauma—we can access a state of peace, clarity, and divine connection. We can create paradise within ourselves, no matter where we are physically.

Paradise Found in Healing and Transformation

As I walk through the streets of Ramallah, I am constantly reminded of the contrasts of life here—the beauty of the land, the pain of occupation, the majesty of the past, and the challenges of the present. And yet, I feel like I’m living in paradise. Not because of what’s around me, but because of what I’ve found within myself.

At The Lighthause Studios, we help people tap into that inner paradise, whether through our virtual workshops, our free Emotion Code sessions, or our creative and healing programs. We believe in the power of transformation, and we know that healing is a divine gift. Through Allah’s love and guidance, we help people release the past, clear their emotions, and step into a new reality—a reality where they are free to create, to love, and to live fully.

Our mission is to create a global network of healing, where people from all walks of life can access emotional freedom and inner peace. We see a world where wellness is not a luxury but a right, and where every person has the opportunity to live in harmony with their mind, body, and soul.

A Vision for Global Wellness

When I reflect on my journey—from growing up by Lake Michigan to living in the Holy Land, to creating The Lighthause Studios—I see a path that has always been guided by a desire for healing. Whether through comedy, wellness, or emotional clearing, my work has always been about helping people feel connected to themselves, to others, and to the divine.

At The Lighthause Studios, we offer a wide range of services that support this vision, from emotional healing to creative expression, from chakra balancing to breathwork. We are here to help people release their trapped emotions, reconnect with their imagination, and live in alignment with their soul’s purpose. And as we continue to grow, we hope to bring this vision to people all over the world.

One of the most powerful realizations I’ve had on this journey is that we are all interconnected—across time, space, and dimensions. The healing I offer through The Lighthause Studios is not just for individuals but for entire communities and generations. As we heal ourselves, we heal the world.

Living in paradise, even in the midst of occupation, has taught me that true freedom comes from within. And it is this freedom that I hope to offer to everyone who joins us on this journey.

Thank you for joining me in this vision. Paradise is here, within all of us, waiting to be realized.