Category Archives: balance

Fire – Hug heart to heart

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Fire – Hug heart to heart   The hug Next time you go in for or are receiving a hug, take note.  Do you lean in left shoulder to left shoulder, right shoulder to right shoulder or reach for the waist with a side hug? Are you comfortable with a hug? Were you raised with hugs? How long is your natural hug? Do you want to practice hugging?   Word Origin Etymologically, “hug” is thought to come from the Old Norse word hugga, which translates to “to comfort or console”.   A lesson from one of my clinical mentors in … Continue reading →

Fire – Laughter is therapy

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Fire – Laughter is therapy     The summer season belongs to the Fire element in Chinese Medicine. This vibrant energy governs the Heart, the organ responsible for circulation, mental clarity, and housing our spirit, known as the Shen.   When Fire is balanced, we feel joyful, connected, and full of life. When it burns too hot, it manifests as anxiety, insomnia, or restlessness.   Laughter is the ultimate medicine to keep this seasonal Fire in perfect harmony. In TCM, every organ system associates with a specific sound and emotion.   The sound of the Heart is laughter, and its … Continue reading →

Water ~ Perfect your sleep

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Who doesn’t dream about a perfect night’s sleep? falling asleep within 30 minutes, 7-9 hours of continuous sleep to cycle through light, medium and REM stages multiple times, falling back to sleep easily if awakened, waking refreshed and energized throughout the day. What can help us achieve perfect sleep? let’s see what the science suggests Aromatherapy: try a bedside diffuser with relaxing scents or blends or a hand, foot, head and neck self massage before bed. Benefits of aromatherapy for insomnia.  My favorite sleep oil available for you on Fullscript. This study suggests single aroma inhalation, lavender, offers the greatest … Continue reading →

Water ~ Unplug

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  How do you unplug? In a world ruled by screens, drones, instant messaging, on demand everything, how do you unplug? And for how long?  Have you ever noticed yourself becoming less distracted, with a brightened mood, as your mind calms, and your breathing deepens and relaxes as you spend time with nature? A recent study shows positive affect, restoration, connectedness and mindfulness increase during a 2.5 hour forest tour.  Maybe you’ve tried walking barefoot on the earth or the warm, salty ocean shore, sleeping grounded or oriented to the cardinal directions. There are health benefits to these. Have you been … Continue reading →

Water ~ Adapt

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Adaptation is key to evolving. Humans and all other organisms are consistently modifying and adjusting to survive, become more fit, and thrive.  Physical and behavioral traits evolve in response to stressors or rewards. In a world of increasing technology, transhumanism, augmented reality and artificial intelligence, we have grown increasingly disconnected from nature.   I invite you to return to the dynamic and seasonal rhythm. In the slowing, you will find your true connection.  In stopping, you will find your way. Winter is the season to rest, restore and reconnect.  We may be uncomfortable in the stillness of this season, unable to … Continue reading →

Earth: Does your yes serve the balance?

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Does your yes serve the balance? Ask yourself does my yes serve my health? Does it support my family’s wellness? Does it better my neighborhood? Does it raise the octave of the collective? For an element wisdom guidance session see link in bio 😍#elementwisdomcards #fire #lifecoach #naturopathicdoctor #fivelements #tcm #yes

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