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Are you living with a four-legged Buddha?

September 11, 2012

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by Sherry Letson —  In a time when more people are seeking better health and a higher level of spiritual understanding for themselves, many are also looking for good alternative care and spiritual awareness for their pets. Locally we can find massage therapy, acupuncture, acupressure, homeopathy, energy and herbal healing, and today more of these […]

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Repetitive stress relief

September 6, 2012

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by Victoria Bowmann —  We live in a fast-paced and demanding world. Whether we are making phone calls and handling appointments on the way to work, or text messaging throughout the day and sending e-mail late into the night, many of us seem to always be on the go. The overuse of our bodies to […]

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Making gravity work

August 27, 2012

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by Julia Busch —  Slanting, or lying on a gentle incline with feet up, has all the benefits of total inversion, minus the intense stress. The process helps to gently counter the pull of gravity and balance the strain of ligaments, muscles and organs. Devotees swear that a 20-minute daily slant staves off the need […]

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Rolfing® creates change

August 27, 2012

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by D.J. Cross —  In the 1960s, Dr. Ida P. Rolf said, “If you can imagine how it feels to live in a fluid, light, balanced body, free of pain, stiffness and chronic stress, at ease with yourself and Earth’s gravitational field, then you will understand the goals of Rolfing Structural Integration.” Contrary to popular […]

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Rolfing® Structural Integration: A radical approach to change!

August 24, 2012

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by D.J. Cross —  Fifty years ago, Dr. Ida P. Rolf’s conviction that the body structure can be changed was radical. It still is. We are not stuck with our genetic blueprint or the blueprint of our life’s experiences. Gravity is the most fundamental force human beings must contend with. When not aligned with gravity, […]

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The legalities of hands-on therapies

August 16, 2012

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by Dr. Andy Yates —  Local laws can sometimes seem daunting when a therapist wishes to use some form of body therapy in conjunction with other mind or energy modalities. But there is hope. First, find out about the local laws on the subject. There are requirements about the environment, the therapy and the contact, […]

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The importance of detoxing

July 26, 2012

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by Eulalia Papineau —  Every day we are exposed to a variety of environmental chemicals and toxins that can be absorbed into the body via breathing, eating, drinking and more. In addition, lifestyle choices sometimes include smoking, alcohol, junk food and artificial sweeteners, just to name a few — all increasing the toxic load on […]

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The miracle of self-healing

July 24, 2012

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by Master Stephen Co —  While mainstream medicine has been slow — and often outright reluctant — to accept the principles of energy medicine, some medical researchers have conducted experiments that support its basic tenets. Several fascinating investigations into the regeneration ability of simple, less-evolved life forms strongly support the notion of an energetic template. […]

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Reflexology and hormonal balance

July 19, 2012

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by Carol Gutierrez —  Reflexology is an ancient art and science that can positively and naturally bring balance to the many physiological changes that accompany the hormonal changes that occur as women age. Hot flashes, moodiness, water retention, palpitations and mind fogginess are frequent symptoms surrounding menopause. These symptoms are due to the flux of […]

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Energy healing for the heart

July 19, 2012

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by Khayriyyah Savannah —  When the heart needs healing, love and joy are the best medicine. Who can dispute the loving touch of a mother’s hand as the original healing modality? What brings us back to wholeness in body, mind and spirit is that which heals the heart. Beyond high cholesterol and blood pressure levels, […]

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The vata type

July 18, 2012

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by Dr. Meghana Thanki —  Are you the type that suffers from insomnia, worries constantly, experiences constipation, has frequent spells of forgetfulness or just cannot seem to follow a routine? If yes, it is likely your vata dosha is out of balance. According to Ayurveda, the elements existent in nature, such as water, earth, fire, […]

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Pre-hab now to avoid re-hab later

July 18, 2012

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Dr. Stephen Brandon Now that the New Year’s celebrations have come and gone, most of us start to think about getting back in shape. This is a great idea, and our initiative should be commended. However, trying to start out performing at the highest level in the gym is not only unrealistic, but it may […]

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Are you driving your body with the brakes on?

July 14, 2012

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by Mary Peterson —  Our bodies come equipped with a complex system of interconnected tissue that runs like a web from the top of the head to the tip of the toes. This “fascia” covers every other system and structure, creating compartments that unify the body to give it strength and support. When an injury […]

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