By Cassandra Rose, L.Ac. – Licensed Acupuncturist In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) there are 5 seasons: winter, spring, summer, late summer and Fall. Each have their own energies, organs and patterns. Many of the theories in TCM grew out of observing the natural patterns and our relationship to those patterns. Winter is the season of […]
Congee is a mild and delicious porridge made from simmering a hand full of rice in 5 to 6 times the water until it dissolves into a creamy texture. It is traditionally made from rice but can be made from millet, mung bean, spelt or any grain. It is cooked over a very low flame […]
This article is about conflict and the elegant compromise. I have borrowed this phrase, elegant compromise, from a trusted mentor/guide with whom I have had discussions regarding the meaning of conflict and how to approach it successfully. His words and ideas have influenced what is written in this article. Elegant compromise: a pleasingly inventive […]
Meditation has been used for thousands of years for a myriad of different issues, ailments and situations. The common use of meditation is for spiritual health the benefits of any kind of meditation have the potential to enhance all levels of health; mental, physical, emotional, and of course spiritual. Many people utilize this versatile tool […]
Written By: Lily McNamara – Holistic Practitioner There are countless different methods and techniques to practicing meditation and mindfulness. Two of which are very popular interactive methods that are steeped in history and culture. Experiencing labyrinths, and mandalas are beautiful ways to become calm, grounding and centered. Labyrinths are a meditation tool, a design with many turns with […]
“I am no longer afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship.” Louisa May Alcott If you have ever played card games, you know that the aces generally hold a lot of weight in the game! This article is about some different ACEs that we might draw in life. […]
Please stand in a slouched and/or twisted posture with eyes closed. Begin taking a few deep breaths. What are you noticing? Is it easy to breathe here? Do you feel good in this position? Beyond being uncomfortable, when we look out of balance on the outside, how does affect our internal health? Imagine how being […]
Anxiety disorders are on the rise in the United States. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America: Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older, or 18.1% of the population every year. Anxiety disorders are highly treatable, yet […]
I put together these simple yet potent tips to which will help you to avoid chronic pain: Movement and Postural Alignment Making time to move throughout the day to essential to keeping your body healthy and functional. It helps to prevent pain. Two things people often do not realize are: How your postural alignment relates […]
Written by Barb Ryan, LMT, CSD I have an easy practice that you can do for 4 minutes in the morning and 4 minutes in the evening to bolster your overall well-being. It’ not a quick hit. It is a cumulative practice and so simple. It’s called the 4-7-8 breath and I learned it […]
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