I didn't think I'd be "into" this kind of music until I heard Shaina.  Everyone should have her CDs in their "feel good" arsenal.  (Instead of drugs!)
    I think of this material as a tool.  Life beats us up sometimes, making us feel small, unappreciated, sometimes even like we're not intrinsically beautiful, or even like we're useless.  Those times are especially when we need this tool, and this applies to all of us.  In addition, if you are recovering from any kind of psychological abuse, whether it be a highly traditional/conservative religious upbringing, or an abusive relationship-- whatever it may be-- you will absolutely benefit, in a big way, from the material on Shaina's CDs.
    Get them all!  I cannot possibly recommend one over the others.  Each one contains powerful antidotes to the toxicities of everyday life and abusive situations.  Guaranteed to get you your happies back!
    Be well-- Blogger Van
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The CD "You Can Relax Now" invites its listeners to slow down, and allow themselves to be soothed by Shaina Noll's angelic, nurturing voice and gentle, contemplative music.  Shaina accompanies herself artfully on piano and with rich harmonizing vocals, and is supported by other
talented musicians as she weaves together storytelling and chants offering the message that 'All Is Divine'.

This spiritually inspired and eloquently soulful CD has a clarity and simplicity which, while very relaxing, is also deeply moving. I particularly like listening to it in my art studio, where it helps me sink into a quiet place in myself that supports creative inspiration and expression.

I highly recommend this beautiful CD as the holidays approach. Its serenity and affirmation of the Divine in each of us, is a welcome alternative to traditional seasonal music.
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Shaina Noll’s  voice is clear, pure, and seems effortless and unforced at
all times. The arrangements are wonderful and soothing and relaxing. But to me the most powerful part of this CD is the spiritual energy and healing love which infuses every song.
      As with so many people, I find myself often struggling with
fears and doubts. “You Can Relax Now” is perfect for those times,
offering what I experience as lullabies for adults,  The qualities of unself-conscious, un-held-back genuine tenderness and love and reassurance expressed in these songs are quite rare in my experience. She sings as if there was no one to impress, no one to convince, no one watching and judging, just a pure offering of love. What a precious gift!
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If you are looking to uplift your mood-or your consciousness-listen to Shaina Noll. This new CD, You Can Relax Now, is as charming as Songs for the Inner Child, her first. Again, each piece is sung with simplicity, love and clarity. Sheer elegance. The recorder, cello, guitar and piano add richness.
      I've always felt that Shaina simultaneously sings to two universal themes within us: the vulnerable inner child and the expansive realized One. She's doing it again--holding our hand as we proceed on the journey.
       Shaina writes to the listener: ..."each of these songs deeply supported me in making the transition from a life based in fear to a life based in trust." Her accomplishment with that transition resonates in the way she sings each song.        
        I use Shaina's collections to soothe myself or help my friends relax at difficult times. I heartily recommend this CD for your library, for the quiet times when you want to connect with the Divinity that you are, and the Divinity that surrounds you.
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