tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17762127873796583732024-03-13T10:58:10.540-07:00The Mind Body ConnectionAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05924031410603964885noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1776212787379658373.post-86765930105613287392012-07-04T10:52:00.000-07:002012-09-09T19:17:03.125-07:00Mindfulness in the Therapy Room<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">This Blog is excerpt from a Massage Continuing Education Online Course I have Written called Mindfulness & Loving Kindness in the Therapy Room. If you would like to purchase the full 6CE Hour Course to complete online you may do so here: <a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_970698819">w</a></span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://onlinemassagecontinuinged.wordpress.com/onlineclasses/">ww.onlinemassagecontinuinged.com</a></span></span><br />
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Buddha advocated that one should establish mindfulness in one's day-to-day life
maintaining a calm awareness of one's body, movements, functions, sensations,
feelings, thoughts, perceptions, and consciousness itself.</span><span style="color: black; font-size: 12pt;">
In modern psychology Mindfulness has been expanded upon, and is described as a
state of active, open attention on the present moment. “When you are mindful,
you observe your thoughts and feelings from a distance, without judgment.
Instead of letting your life pass you by, mindfulness means living in the
moment and awakening to experience.” -Psychology today </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Have you ever been driving along in your car
with your radio blaring, half focused on the road, and day dreaming? You begin to think about what you have to do
at work tomorrow, what you ate for dinner last night, and you suddenly remember
that your husband’s birthday is coming up next month, and you’d like to plan
something nice. When all of a sudden you
arrive at your destination. You have
absolutely no idea how you’ve gotten there.
You were somewhere else for the entire commute, and you missed it. Unfortunately this is very common. It is
also very dangerous, yet this is how many of us go through life. </span></span></span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">When it comes to our profession as massage
therapists Mindfulness is the basis, the core of our ethics. Without mindfulness, therapeutic massage is
impossible. If a massage therapist is lost in thought, “driving along” mindlessly
over the client’s body, without awareness of what is happening for the client,
it ceases to be a therapeutic or beneficial experience at all.</span><span style="color: black; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></span></span><br />
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hard questions about your mindfulness in your practice</span><span style="display: none; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #333333;">:</span>Lets
stop there and reflect. Think
about how this applies to you in your massage practice. Without judgment please honestly answer the
following questions:</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">Mindfulness is paying, precise, nonjudgmental
attention to the details of our experience as it begins and ends. Pay attention to your depth of pressure, the
texture of the skin, facia, muscle fibers in every area worked. Actively looking for and feeling for trigger
points and energetic inconsistencies, Instead of focusing only on the minute
hand of the clock in front of you. </span></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">Imagine your client has been coming to see you weekly for months. In her first few appointments you really were
focused on the muscular issues that were associated with her chronic low back
pain. You spent each hour session
focused on the specific muscles associated with her pain, and you had a genuine
desire to make her feel better. Week after week you have gotten to know the
client better through conversation. Over
time you find yourself looking forward to the client’s appointment because the
two of you have so much to talk about. 7
weeks go by and the client’s treatment continues. You realize that all this time has gone by
and the clients not making progress. Her
injury persists. You suddenly become aware that while technically you had been
massaging her for an hour a week for the past 5 weeks you were not focused and
unfortunately ineffective. Chances are she notices as well.</span></i></div>
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</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">In order to hone your mindfulness, try adding a
daily Mindfulness Meditation to your routine before work. A step by step guide
to how to do this is as follows:<o:p></o:p></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">
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<span class="IntenseQuoteChar"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong><em><span style="color: #4f81bd;">Step 1: Setting the Environment</span></em></strong></span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">Just like with massage, there are certain
conditions that are helpful for the practice of mindfulness. When we create the
right environment it’s easier to practice.</span> <span style="background-color: white;">It is good if
the place where you meditate, even if it’s only a small space in your home or
office, has a feeling of spirituality and sacredness. Choosing somewhere quiet,
where you would not be disturbed is ideal, as any disruption will affect your
practice. If you are allowed, use your
massage room for this. It is an ideal place.
We strive for the same qualities when creating our massage environment. You can bring a cushion or Zafu to ease your
comfort. </span><br />
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<span class="IntenseQuoteChar"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong><em><span style="color: #4f81bd;">Step
2: Beginning the Meditation</span></em></strong></span></span><span style="color: black; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">When you first begin to implement this practice,
it is recommended to meditate frequently but for short periods of time—ten,
fifteen, or twenty minutes. For massage therapists, I recommend meditation ten
minutes in the morning or before you begin your day and ten minutes in the
evening after you have finished all of your sessions for the day. Allow yourself to sit comfortably. Quiet the mind (freeing it of all the monkey
chatter) Take a few deep breaths and say to yourself “ I am here in this
present moment”. The goal of this
meditation is to practice discipline and focus.
This initial statement serves as inspiration for that purpose. </span><br />
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<strong><em><span style="color: #4f81bd;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Step
3: Posture</span></span></em></strong><strong></strong><br />
<strong></strong><span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">The Buddhist approach
to meditation posture is that the mind and body are connected. It is believed
that energy flows better when the spine is erect. In this position the
energetic flow is modified and this change directly affects your thought
process, by opening the mind. The most common meditation position is seated on a
meditation cushion such as a zafu in a comfortable position with legs crossed
and hands resting palm-down on your thighs or for more advance meditation
practitioners use a mudra (hand position) of your choice. If you prefer you can
use a chair for meditation, however you must sit upright and your feet must
touch the ground uncrossed. </span><span style="color: black; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">After being seated comfortably, our first goal
is to get a sense of our own body. Focus
on feeling each of your individual parts.
Starting with your toes and moving towards your head. </span>Make sure <span style="background-color: white;">your shoulders are level, your hips are level, your spine is lined up.
We use this posture in order to remain relaxed yet awake. </span><br />
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<span class="IntenseQuoteChar"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong><em><span style="color: #4f81bd;">Step
4: Setting Your Gaze</span></em></strong></span></span><span style="color: black; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">For strict mindfulness practice, the gaze should
be downward focusing a couple of inches in front of your nose. The eyes are
open but not staring; your gaze is soft. We are trying to reduce sensory input
as much as we can. </span><br />
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<span class="IntenseQuoteChar"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong><em><span style="color: #4f81bd;">Step
5: Focus on your Breath</span></em></strong></span></span><span style="color: black; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">As you start the practice, you have established a
sense of your body and a sense of where you are, and then you draw your
attention to your breathing. This is one of the most important factors. The breath should not be forced, and you should
be breathing naturally. The breath is going in and out, in and out. With each
breath you more become relaxed.</span><br />
<br /><span class="IntenseQuoteChar"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong><em><span style="color: #4f81bd;">Step
6: Controlling your Thoughts</span></em></strong></span></span><span style="color: black; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">Especially for beginners, thoughts during
meditation are inevitable. No matter
what kind of thought comes up, you should acknowledge it, recognize it was
there, then send it away returning your focus to the present moment. Its easy for us all to get lost in thought
sometimes. Don’t judge yourself for this. Acknowledge that it happened, then
refocus and continue your meditation focusing on your breath. The mind can be a
wild thing sometimes and we have to recognize that as we learn to control it. This
meditation practice is actually not about letting go of all thought. Its about setting your focus on one specific
thought or feeling. In this instance you
are asking yourself to focus on your breath.
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</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="MsoIntenseEmphasis"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong><em><span style="color: #4f81bd;">Step 7: Returning to Daily Life </span></em></strong></span></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Whenever you feel ready, slowly begin to move your body (starting with
your fingers and toes), change your gaze to look around the room and
acknowledge your surroundings. Slowly
whenever you are comfortable and ready stand up and continue on with your
day. With each meditation try and take a
little bit from it and bring it into your daily activities. <b><i><span style="color: #4f81bd;"><o:p></o:p></span></i></b></span></span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05924031410603964885noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1776212787379658373.post-20281077172029972592012-05-29T08:57:00.001-07:002012-05-29T09:00:08.593-07:00Chakra Therapy<div style="display: block;">
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<b>What are Chakras? </b><br />
Chakras or<b> </b>spinning energy centers exits on our physical and energetic bodies. We each have seven major wheel-like structures located in the center of our bodies running along side the spine. The word "Chakra" actually means
"Wheel" or "Vortex" in Sanskrit. The concept of
Chakras originated as early as 2500 BCE in India, and has been a widely
accepted part of Auravedic Medicine, Hinduism, and Buddhist Cultures for
thousands of years. While often books on this subject are found in the New Age section of a book store, this concept is far from New. The seven major chakras are connected to, and a part of,
the physical body. All are located on the torso and head. Each chakra transmits
and receives life-force energy often called "chi", "qi"
or "prana".<br />
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not be functioning properly. One or more may be out of alignment or stagnant.
In this state, life force energy is blocked and is unable to flow in and out
freely and the physical body may suffer. This is a similar energetic concept
used in Acupuncture, Reiki and all forms of energetic medicine. Stress, being unable to
express emotions, becoming overly emotional, experiencing an altered reality, disconnected from higher power, unhealthy diet, lack of exercise, exposure to toxicity,
etc. can cause the Chakra system to close down.</div>
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What can a chakra balancing and clearing session change?</b> </div>
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Everything! Chakra balancing can change every aspect of your life. When in balance, you will be physically more healthy and vibrant, emotionally and mentally clear, and feel spiritually connected. Each chakra corresponds to a different organ, emotion and
bodily function. Each one is also associated with a specific note, sound,
color, and scent. If you are just
feeling "out of it", imbalanced, sick, tired or just not functioning at
your optimal health, its possible that your chakras need to be realigned and
balanced. Chakra clearing allows you to optimize the power of your chakras so
that they are all large, unblocked and vibrant in color. Chakra
Therapy is important because it keeps energy flowing freely throughout your
body and keeps you in optimal physical, emotional and spiritual health.</div>
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Below you will find information on each of the seven major
chakras including their color, position, function and associations.</div>
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Color: Red<br />
Position: Base of the spine at the perineum<br />
Main Functions: Survival, security, primal energy.<br />
Positive Issues: Courage strength, will power and self confidence.<br />
Negative Issues: Physical security like finances, home, safety,
possessions.<br />
Related Organs/Body Parts: Kidneys, bladder, reproductive
organs, hips and legs. Sciatica
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Color: Orange<br />
Position: Midway between the naval and base of the spine<br />
Main Functions: Relationships, sexuality, intimacy.<br />
Positive Issues: Creativity, independence, sociability, joyous.<br />
Negative Issues: Cravings for physical pleasures like foods, sex,
addictions to drugs, alcohol or other substances, withdrawn, over-dependant.<br />
Related Organs/Body Parts: Uterus, large bowel, prostate, ovaries and
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Crystal: Aventurine</div>
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Tea: Yarrow, Parsley or Nettle</div>
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Affirmation: "I take pleasure in life will all of my senses"</div>
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Color: Yellow<br />
Position: Directly behind the navel<br />
Main Functions: Desire, vitality, inner strength, self-control.<br />
Positive Issues: Confident, alert, optimistic and good humored.<br />
Negative Issues: Fear of being or desire to be powerful, fear of
authority figures, desires to control others and situations, fear of being
controlled, sarcastic, pessimistic.<br />
Related Organs/Body Parts: Liver, spleen, stomach and small intestines.</div>
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Essential Oil: Lavender or Chamomile</div>
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Crystal: Amber, Tigers Eye or Citrine</div>
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Affirmation: "I trust in my own feelings and decisions"<br />
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Color: Green<br />
Position: Center of the chest.<br />
Main Functions: Release emotionally suppressed trauma. Soul/heart
consciousness. Expressing love in action. Love, empathy.<br />
Positive Issues: Compassion, generosity, harmony, balance, love,
forgiveness.<br />
Negative Issues: Codependency, dysfunctional relationship addictions,<br />
obsessiveness, unable to forgive, indifference, jealousy, bitterness.<br />
Related Organs/Body Parts: Heart and breasts.</div>
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Essential Oil: Rose or Jasmine</div>
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Crystal: Emerald, Jade or Rose Quartz</div>
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Tea: Melissa or Chicory</div>
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Affirmation: " I send myself and others love and compassion"<br />
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Color: Blue<br />
Position: Adam's apple area.<br />
Main Functions: Ability to verbalize. Expressing the truth through
power of words. Communication, speaking your truth.<br />
Positive Issues: Loyalty, inventive, caring, affectionate, speaking your
truth, communication projects, trustworthy, calm.<br />
Negative Issues: Unfaithful, untrustworthy self-righteous, cold,
obsessions about communicating.<br />
Related Organs/Body Parts: Throat and lungs.</div>
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Essential Oil: Eucalyptus or Peppermint</div>
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Crystal: Aquamarine or Topaz</div>
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Teas: Clove, peppermint, or sage</div>
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Affirmation: "I am open to the truth"</div>
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Color: Indigo<br />
Position: Center of forehead between eyes.<br />
Main Functions: Channeling intuition, balanced state of mind, devotion
and divine perfection, clairvoyance.<br />
Positive Issues: Highly intuitive, faithful, clear sighted, integrity,
orderly mind, the eye of your higher self, predicting the future.<br />
Negative Issues: Inability to trust intuition, scattered mind, inconsiderate,
reluctance to see the future.<br />
Related Organs/Body Parts: Eyes, lower head and sinuses.</div>
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Essential Oil: Lemongrass</div>
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Crystal: Opal, Blue Sapphire or Tourmaline</div>
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Tea: Bay Leaf or St John's Wort</div>
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Affirmation: I open myself up to God"</div>
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Color: Violet<br />
Position: Top or above the head.<br />
Main Functions: Personal identification with infinite. Oneness with
God. Peace and Wisdom. Clair-cognizance and Divine guidance.<br />
Positive Issues: Reverence for life, self-sacrificing service, idealism,
ability to see appropriate route for higher self, ability to be trusting in
intuition coming from other plane.<br />
Negative Issues: No concern for others, feelings of superiority, lack of
contact with reality, not trusting of intuition coming from other plane.<br />
Related Organs/Body Parts: Eyes, lower head and sinuses.</div>
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Crystals: Clear Quartz, Amethyst or Diamond</div>
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mixture of breathing exercises, meditation, and placing of hands. It’s the
practitioner’s aim to create a setting that is both soothing and relaxing, so often there will be soft music, candles and a pleasant aroma. Your treatment begin with a discussion/questionnaire to pin-point the areas of stress or
emotional distress in your life. The practitioner will explain how these
are affecting your physical body, and the chakras within. Each person is given a chakra
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A variety of techniques may be used as part of your chakra balancing program -
Reiki, color therapy, crystal therapy, meditation, breath work, Aromatherapy, and/or
guided imagery. Sometimes a combination of several techniques is
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Learn about scientific research being done about Energy Work here: <a href="http://www.reiki.org/reikinews/sciencemeasures.htm">http://www.reiki.org/reikinews/sciencemeasures.htm</a> </div>
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</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05924031410603964885noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1776212787379658373.post-52552782691680853602012-04-05T14:25:00.004-07:002012-04-05T15:03:44.106-07:00Pregnancy Massage<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>What Is Pregnancy Massage?</b><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;">Pregnancy massage is massage therapy specifically tailored to the mother's needs during her pregnancy. It is also known as pre-natal massage. </span><span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;"><span style="line-height: 16px;">Unfortunately, many people still think of massage as a luxury or something reserved for special occasions. In general massage is now recognized as a form of healthcare, and has dozens of therapeutic benefits. One of the most beneficial times for massage is during pregnancy</span></span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 16px; text-align: left;">. </span></span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2Tttz_jii_W6tZb7a-jDVyAGVGqJwmkmB9UzT0ZlpKTZtvxbpgJBwYw1n6fvv2EtuUbMWICSxzGL9Q11XJj2211Q3bXWvmY2oStZlBjcLQBgc-4TlE3gQ1yW3aeJFp1-TejyNoZSKntHL/s1600/images.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2Tttz_jii_W6tZb7a-jDVyAGVGqJwmkmB9UzT0ZlpKTZtvxbpgJBwYw1n6fvv2EtuUbMWICSxzGL9Q11XJj2211Q3bXWvmY2oStZlBjcLQBgc-4TlE3gQ1yW3aeJFp1-TejyNoZSKntHL/s1600/images.jpg" /></a></div><span style="line-height: 16px;">Most pregnancy massages last about an hour. Pregnancy massage is generally done on a regular massage table with the mother-to-be positioned side-lying for comfort. Some practitioners use a special pregnancy massage table or a specially designed pillow system to position a woman comfortably, however as long a the therapist uses pillows and bolsters to support the clients comfort, these extras are not </span><span style="line-height: 16px;">necessary</span><span style="line-height: 16px;">. </span> <br />
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<span style="line-height: 16px;">The most common massage modalities </span><span style="line-height: 16px;">incorporated</span><span style="line-height: 16px;"> into a pregnancy massage are Swedish, Deep Tissue (indicated in some areas & contraindicated in others), Trigger Point Therapy. </span> <br />
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</span><b>Possible Benefits of Pregnancy Massage</b></span><br />
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A study at the University of Miami School of Medicine suggests that massage during pregnancy can have many positive effects, including: <b><br />
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<ul style="line-height: 16px;"><li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lowered anxiety</span></li>
</ul><ul style="line-height: 16px;"><li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Decreased back and leg pain</span></li>
</ul><ul style="line-height: 16px;"><li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Improved sleep</span></li>
</ul><ul style="line-height: 16px;"><li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Decreased levels of the stress </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">hormone Norepinephrine</span></li>
</ul><ul style="line-height: 16px;"><li><span style="font-family: inherit;">increased levels of the hormones serotonin and Dopamine (feel good)</span></li>
</ul><ul style="line-height: 16px;"><li><span style="font-family: inherit;">decreased levels of Cortisol (another stress hormone)</span></li>
</ul><ul style="line-height: 16px;"><li><span style="font-family: inherit;">an overall improvement in mood</span></li>
</ul><ul style="line-height: 16px;"><li><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">decrease swelling in the arms and legs</span></span></li>
</ul><ul><li style="line-height: 16px;"><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">relief from general aches and pains in muscles and joints.</span></span></li>
</ul><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">Pregnancy massage is a wonderful alternative therapy during pregnancy for back pain, when choices for pain relief, such as most medications, are often off limits. In addition to the many physiological benefits, </span></span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 18px;">the human touch can be comforting and provide much needed emotional support during pregnancy.</span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 18px;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 16px;">Massage Therapists who are Certified in Pregnancy Massage have learned to adapt their techniques to address the changes a woman's body goes through during pregnancy. Most therapists are trained to avoid deep pressure on the legs, as pregnant women are at a high risk for blood clots there. While therapists still massage the legs, they use slow light pressure, moving in a direction towards the heart. </span></span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 16px;">One area of controversy is whether it's safe to have a massage during the first trimester due to the potential for miscarriage. There is little to no research showing that massage in anyway causes miscarriage, however because most miscarriages happen in the first trimester, some massage therapists and doctors advise against first-trimester massage simply to avoid any potential liability issues should a miscarriage occur. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">In general it is important for any pregnant woman to discus this and/or any other alternative or complementary healthcare with their primary healthcare provider before scheduling a massage.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>When to Avoid Pregnancy Massage</strong></span><br />
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There are times when massage may not be appropriate. You may choose to avoid massage or get clearance from your healthcare provider before you try a massage if:</div><ul><li><span style="line-height: 16px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You're experiencing </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 16px;">severe </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 16px;">nausea, vomiting, or morning sickness</span></span></li>
</ul><ul><li><span style="line-height: 16px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You're at high risk of miscarriage </span></span></li>
</ul><ul><li><span style="line-height: 16px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You have a high-risk pregnancy such as placental abruption or preterm labor</span></span></li>
</ul>In these cases, a massage therapist may require written consent from your healthcare provider and/or a liability waiver from you before performing pregnancy massage.<br />
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<strong>With all of that being said, <span style="line-height: 13px;">Pregnancy Massage is one of the safest and best pain relief alternatives for pregnant women with the most added benefits.</span></strong>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05924031410603964885noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1776212787379658373.post-48795078974757337672012-04-02T20:10:00.000-07:002012-04-02T20:10:40.430-07:00What is Reiki?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />
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<span style="text-align: -webkit-center;">The practice of Reiki originated in Tibet. The name "Reiki" (rey-key) comes from the technique "re-discovered" by Dr. Mikao Usui in the early 20th century. </span><i style="text-align: -webkit-center;">"Re"</i><span style="text-align: -webkit-center;"> means </span><i style="text-align: -webkit-center;">"Universal"</i><span style="text-align: -webkit-center;"> and it is a general term for spirit or unseen spiritual quality, which serves as channel for </span><i style="text-align: -webkit-center;">"Ki"</i><span style="text-align: -webkit-center;"> or </span><i style="text-align: -webkit-center;">"Life Force Energy"</i><span style="text-align: -webkit-center;"> (some call it God, Jesus, Buddha, Chi, Qi, Prana, Love Energy, the Universe or similar). By what name we call it is of the least importance. As so beautifully described in A Course in Miracles, </span>"<span style="font-family: Georgia; text-align: -webkit-left;">We say<b> <u>God IS</u></b>, and then we cease to speak, for in that knowledge words are meaningless."</span> <span style="text-align: -webkit-center;"> </span> <br />
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</span></div><div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;">Reiki as a healing treatment, is a natural, energy-based therapy that gently helps to balance the Ki, or life energy, which flows through each and everyone of our bodies. When trying to understand how Reiki works, its important that we acknowledge t<span style="text-align: -webkit-center;">he body as more than just a collection of functioning parts. Since everything generates a frequency, the body and its organs have their own energy field which is continually changing. In Reiki and in traditional Eastern Medicine it is believed that all conditions of disease are rooted in this energy system. If our "life force" is low or blocked, we are more likely to get sick. But if it is high and flowing freely, we can maintain our health and well being.</span><span style="text-align: -webkit-center;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;">Reiki is a subtle form of energy work in which healing occurs by the touch (or laying) of hands. This gentle, and sometimes ethereal touch, allows the flow of the energy from <i>The Source</i> to the client via the practitioner. While the treatment is very powerful, it is also very gentle. Like most forms of healing, the most of its power comes from the practitioners' <b><i>intention</i>. </b></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Potential Benefits of Reiki</span></b><br />
<span style="text-align: -webkit-center;">When the flow of the Ki, or "Life Energy" is disrupted, weakened or blocked, emotional or health problems can occur. Imbalances can be caused from many situations occurring in our lives, such as; emotional or physical trauma, negative thoughts and feelings including fear, worry, doubt, anger, anxiety, negative </span><span style="text-align: -webkit-center;">self-talk</span><span style="text-align: -webkit-center;">, toxicity, nutritional depletion, destructive lifestyle, relationships, neglect of self, and lack of love for oneself or for others, from emotions that are not expressed in a healthy way... and so on. </span><br />
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<li>Promotes relaxation and helps the body release stress </li><br />
<li>It accelerates the body's self-healing </li><br />
<li>Aids sleep</li><br />
<li>Reduces blood pressure</li><br />
<li>Can help with accute injuries and chronic conditions (Ex: asthma, headaches, PMS etc.)</li><br />
<li>Useful in the breaking of addictions or bad habbits </li><br />
<li>Can relieve physical pain</li><br />
<li>Removes energy blockages, adjusts the energy flow of the endocrine system bringing the body into balance and harmony (Based on the principles of Eastern Medicine)</li><br />
<li>Helps the body to recover after surgery and chemotherapy</li><br />
<li>Supports the immune system</li><br />
<li>Helps spiritual growth and emotional balance <span style="font-size: large;"> </span></li><br />
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<div><span style="font-size: large;"><b>What is a Reiki session like?</b></span></div><div>Your Reiki practitioner will start with a short questionnaire and/or consultation to determine your primary goal for your session. You will generally lie down, fully clothed on the massage table. One of the primary purposes of a Reiki Session is relaxation, so your practitioner will take extra care to make sure the room setting is peaceful and serene. When we are relaxed, stress-free, we are able to restore our body's natural ability to heal itself. Some practitioners may use a pendulum, crystal or their hands to asses the energy of your Chakras. The practitioner will begin laying their hands on or slightly above your body in a specific set of hand positions, which they will hold for 3-5 minutes each. Sessions can last anywhere from 45 minutes to 90 minutes. </div><div><br />
</div><div>During the session, the most common feeling expressed from recipients of this treatment is a euphoric deep relaxation. There are also common claims of feeling warmth, tingling, sensations of tension release. </div><div><br />
</div><div>After your session, make sure to drink plenty of water, and allow yourself quiet time to enjoy the full benefits. </div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">How often should you have Reiki? </span></div><div>When working on a specific issue, Reiki session should be scheduled weekly or bi-weekly. Expect each session to be different. Note some practitioners add to other vibrational techniques such as crystals, chimes, or aromatherapy. Long term practice of whole-body Reiki can restore the condition of the body.</div><div><br />
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<i>‘You wake up each morning in a rush to get to work on time. It seems like traffic is always backed up. By the time you get to work, you are met with deadlines, office politics, and 100 things on your to do list. Five o’clock comes and you are rushing home…traffic again! By the time you make it home, you are already late for dinner with your neighbors. The babysitter just called, and can’t make it tonight.’ </i><br />
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1. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #93c47d;">Just Breathe</span>: Take a big deep breath…then let it go. You will be amazed at how quickly you will feel better. The great thing about breathing technique is that you can do it anywhere. Sitting or standing, slowly and consciously focus on your inhalation. Breathing through your nose, inhale to the count of five. Hold the breath for three, and then exhale thru your mouth counting to eight as you imagine the stress leaving your body. Repeat this 3-5 times, and several times throughout the day. Stress can cause people to breath more rapidly, or worse, forget to breathe at all. Yoga or meditation classes both use deep breathing to promote relaxation and overall health. Find a local yoga studio in your area, and sign up for a class. <br />
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2. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #93c47d;">Be Active</span>: Hit the gym! Although you may feel more like lying around the house, perched in front of the TV, exercise is great pick-me-up. Exercise releases endorphins that help your body battle anxiety. This alone can elevate your mood. In addition to the chemical benefits, exercise is great for taking your stress out in a constructive way. Kickboxing for example, is a great therapeutic way to relieve stress. Just visualize your stressor (boss, evil co-worker, nagging ex) as the recipient. <br />
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3. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #6aa84f;"><b>Laugh</b></span>: Laughter is the best medicine, and its contagious! Pop in a funny DVD, go see a comedy show, or read a funny book. You will forget about your anxieties just as quick as they came about. <br />
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4. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #6aa84f;"><b>Reach out and touch someone</b></span>: Have you hugged anyone today? Whether it is from a close friend, son, daughter, or significant other, a simple touch of endearment is an incredible mood enhancer. Having physical contact has been found to raise levels of Oxytocin also described as the "love hormone" while lowering levels of Cortisol, “the stress hormone” helping us relax and feel good. <br />
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5. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #6aa84f;"><b>Smell the Roses</b></span>: Have you ever noticed that a certain sent just makes you feel better? Is it the smell of a certain flower, scent of a loved one’s cologne or even something baking in the oven? Figure out the scent that is most pleasing to you, and use it throughout your home. In the practice of Aromatherapy, certain scents influence your mood and can even change your physiology. Lavender is the go to for relaxation, but you can also use chamomile, ylang ylang or rose oil in a warm bath or just defuse the scents in the air. <br />
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6. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #6aa84f;"><b>Plug in to iTunes</b></span>: Plug in your ear buds, and tune into to your favorite play list! Studies have shown a strong link between music and lowered stress levels in everyday life. Singing helps too. If you need to relax plug in Enya or any massage therapist go to track. You don’t have to limit yourself to just "relaxing" music though. Listen to something that lifts your spirits. <br />
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7. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #6aa84f;"><b>Treat Yourself:</b></span> My personal favorite! This, you may not be able to do every day, but on occasion, you deserve a pampering. Treat yourself to a massage, facial or rejuvenating treatment of your choice. Get the benefits of all the aforementioned tips (aroma, music, touch) in one! If its not in the budget, you can do a bit of ‘at home’ pampering by soaking in a warm bath, lighting some candles and slip in a Sade CD to seal the deal. <br />
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8. <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #6aa84f;">Be Present:</span></b> Sometimes this can be difficult in our modern society, but it is one of the most important things you can do to reduce stress and find serenity. The present is what is happening right now, at this moment. Don’t be consumed with what happened yesterday, or what could happen tomorrow. . This is an ancient Zen teaching that helps open your awareness to the moment. This might take time to master, but start small. Try eating a piece of chocolate. Instead of inhaling the chocolate and thinking after it’s gone how good it was, eat it slowly, taking tiny bites. With each bite focus on the taste. Experience how wonderful it is…right now. Take this exercise and relate it to other things in your life. You will find that this helps you have stronger relationships, get more done, and increase your fulfillment from life. All of this can be achieved simply by enjoying the moment. <br />
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9. <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #6aa84f;">Go Outside</span>:</b> Connect with the earth by taking a short walk thru the woods, sit by the pond, just get some fresh air and sunshine. Our early ancestors spent most of their lives outdoors, but today we are lucky to get 30 minutes a day. Our body’s still physically and mentally need the benefits of the outdoors, especially the sun. So get out there, everyday id you can, and soak it all up. Breathe in the fresh air, soak up some rays, and appreciate the natural beauty that surrounds you. </span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05924031410603964885noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1776212787379658373.post-3857374701012111082011-03-31T09:06:00.000-07:002011-03-31T09:18:33.309-07:00Pain in the Butt<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Last week I was socializing at a marketing event with a few colleagues in the community when a gentleman asked me publicly (and very boldly I might add) if I did "butt massage" in my practice. He intended this comment to be somewhat of a joke, but was surprised when my response was "Absolutely!" This caught him and everyone else off guard. Suddenly the faces in the room were puzzled and some even looked shocked. I smiled to to myself because it gave me a chance to address something that I had wanted to talk about in these meetings without having to be the one to bring it up. Needless to say, I spent the next 15 minutes explaining my answer.</span><br />
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</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Stress causes your muscles to tense up and contract, which leaves them feeling stiff and sore, which makes emotional stress the leading culprit of neck and shoulder pain. We often remember the old saying, "he's carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders", oddly enough that is the body's physiological response to stress. It is important to take a significant amount of time of each day to relax, meditate or do something enjoyable for you. Take a warm bath, read a good book, listen to some music or even watch your favorite television show.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
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Daily heavy lifting and strenuous exercise can cause over-stretched and over-contracted muscles in the neck and shoulders. To prevent pain in this area when working out, know your limits. This also applies to moving and lifting heavy items either on your own time or at work. <br />
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Sleeping in a bad position can cause you to wake up with a crick in the neck. Assuming most of us get between 7 to 8 hours of sleep per night, this leaves certain muscles contracted for that entire period. Think about how sore other muscles feel when you uses them for hours at a time. That is what causes the sever pain and immobility the neck morning after a night sleeping on your stomach with your head turned to one side.<br />
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People who spend hours of their work day in front of a computer all day often have neck and shoulder pain because computer monitors are rarely aligned with the person's eyes. This means that the person must tilt their head up or down to see the screen which puts an enormous amount of stress on the neck. Always adjust your monitor so the center of it is level with your eyes when working on a computer.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
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</span></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRNwVtBQw_t_NcpNJlUGFuXHq1ortp12OvTO-EsJrDvKtiNYJtw3TOerkmprnqByhjUAdqrP8frPt0jv3v28ilAF3NpUkuXOmKCRsrm-3PauPCr75YOKQ3qPYCHkKcHmFmbm2N2VKhUcNi/s1600/trigger_point_trapezius2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRNwVtBQw_t_NcpNJlUGFuXHq1ortp12OvTO-EsJrDvKtiNYJtw3TOerkmprnqByhjUAdqrP8frPt0jv3v28ilAF3NpUkuXOmKCRsrm-3PauPCr75YOKQ3qPYCHkKcHmFmbm2N2VKhUcNi/s200/trigger_point_trapezius2.jpg" width="173" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Trigger points cause pain more often than any other condition, and are drastically under-diagnosed due to the lack of information about them. Trigger points are hypersensitive areas in muscle that suffer from decreased circulation, increased contraction and spasm. Poor circulation causes a buildup of toxins and increased nerve sensitivity that manifests in the body as a low ache or a sharp pain. When someone has an active trigger point in a muscle it can cause pain in that muscle or often it can refer pain to another area in the body. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The most common referred pain is in the form of headaches, shoulder and neck pain, caused from trigger points in the back of the neck, shoulder and upper back. Such trigger points can remain dormant for very long periods of time but will eventually cause spasm or pain. Many headaches (including migraines) are caused from these trigger points referring sensation into certain areas of the head. While most headache symptoms usually are treated with painkillers, though the underlying cause is almost never addressed. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Though the causes of neck and shoulder pain are diverse, there is one common cure for all of them, and it does not involve medicine. GET A MASSAGE! Almost all of the causes of neck and shoulder pain (even headaches) are muscular. So put down the anti-inflammatory meds and call your local massage therapist ASAP. Reduce stress, lengthen and stretch those muscles, improve your circulation, and get rid of those trigger points. It may take a few sessions to get you feeling back to normal, but you will feel the difference immediately. </span></div><div><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 0px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>The root of all health is in the brain. </i></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>The trunk of it is in emotion. </i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>The branches and leaves are the body. </i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>The flower of health blooms</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>when all parts work together.</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>- Kurdish folk wisdom</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Healing yourself is connected with healing others.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">~ Yoko Ono</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Sometimes the most urgent and vital thing you can possibly do is take a complete rest.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Ashleigh Brilliant</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">To keep the body in good health is a duty, otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">~Buddha</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">There is more wisdom in your body than in your deepest philosophies.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">~Friedrich Nietzche</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">The body never lies.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">~Martha Graham</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Our bodies communicate to us clearly and specifically, if we are willing to listen. ~Shakti Gawain</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">I’ve learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love a warm hug, or just a friendly </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">pat on the back. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">-Maya Angelou </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">The mind has exactly the same power as the hands: </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">not merely to grasp the world, but to change it.- Colin Wilson</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">When you touch a body, you touch the whole person, </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">the intellect, the spirit, and the emotions.- Jane Harrington</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">When you stand with your two feet on the ground, </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">you will always keep your balance.- Tao Te Ching</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Carefully observe your activities of thinking, breathing, movement, diet, sex, and sleep, for </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">these are the six fundamentals of health. Within this realm lies success or failure in your </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">physical health and emotional happiness.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Shizuko Yamamota</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">I'm not a healer and I'm not a doctor, he would say, I'm just a mechanic.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Lauren Berry</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Emotion always has its roots in the unconscious</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">and manifests itself in the body.- Irene Claremont de Castillejo</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">If you understand the force of intelligence in the body, its mechanical operation and structure, </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">you can work on any part of the body you can reach with your hands.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Lauren Berry</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">When health is absent...Wisdom cannot reveal itself</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Art cannot become manifest</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Strength cannot be exerted</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Wealth is useless and reason is powerless. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Heraphilies</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">The mind cannot forget what the hands have learned</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Jon Zahourek</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Massage is the study of anatomy in braille.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Jack Meagher</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">My vision is to make touch positive social value in our culture.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">David Palmer</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Leo Buscaglia </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">To get rich never risk your health. For it is the truth that health is the wealth of wealth.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Richard Baker</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Never hurry. Take plenty of exercise. Always be cheerful. Take all the sleep you need. You </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">may expect to be well.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">James Freeman Clarke</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">As we free our breath (through diaphragmatic breathing) we relax our emotions and let go </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">our body tensions.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Gay Hendricks</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">The human body has been designed to resist an infinite number of changes and attacks </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">brought about by its environment. The secret of good health lies in successful adjustment to </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">changing stresses on the body.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Harry J. Johnson</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">He who enjoys good health is rich, though he knows it not.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Italian Proverb</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">If you need medical advice, let these three things be your physicians; a cheerful mind, </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">relaxation from business, and a moderate diet.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Schola Salern</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Must be out-of-doors enough to get experience of wholesome reality, as a ballast to thought </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">and sentiment. Health requires this relaxation, this aimless life.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Henry David Thoreau</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">A man's health can be judged by which he takes two at a time -- pills or stairs</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Joan Welsh</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">The sound body is the product of the sound mind.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">George Bernard Shaw</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">The human body is made up of some four hundred muscles; evolved through centuries of </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">physical activity. Unless these are used, they will deteriorate.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Eugene Lyman Fisk</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">The human body was designed to walk, run or stop; it wasn't built for coasting.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Cullen Hightower.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Happiness lies, first of all, in health.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">George William Curtis</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">He who has health has hope, and he who has hope has everything.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Arabian Proverb</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Wisdom is to the mind what health is to the body.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Francois De La Rochefoucauld</span></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05924031410603964885noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1776212787379658373.post-90904425078032691452011-03-11T07:23:00.000-08:002011-03-11T07:23:43.069-08:00With My Own Two Hands...<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">When I was in Massage School, every day at the end of class, our instructor would play a song that was inspirational and motivating on so many levels. After nearly a year of listening to this song everyday I had become somewhat annoyed by it. Looking back this is funny to me because I listen to it almost everyday now as a mantra of sorts. While I am sure that Jack Johnson and Ben Harper can reach millions more people than I can with this simple blog, I still want to post the lyrics and video for inspiration to those who have never heard it. Use this as a daily reminder that you can change the world and make it a better place!!</span><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><i>I can change the world</i></span></div></div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"></span></i><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><i>With my own two hands</i></span></div></div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">Make it a better place</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">With my own two hands</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">Make it a kinder place</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">With my own two hands</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">I can make peace on earth</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">With my own two hands</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">I can clean up the earth</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">With my own two hands</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">I can reach out to you</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">With my own two hands</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">I'm going to make it a brighter place</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">With my own two hands</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">I'm going to make it a safer place</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">With my own two hands</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">I'm going to help the human race</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">With my own two hands</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">I can hold you</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">With my own two hands</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">I can comfort you</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">With my own two hands</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">But you've got to use</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">Use your own two hands</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">With our own</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">With our own two hands</div></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"></div></div></span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 13px;"><br />
</span></div></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05924031410603964885noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1776212787379658373.post-83370256670996856722011-03-10T11:49:00.000-08:002011-03-10T11:49:59.358-08:00The Science of Touch<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #343434;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 20px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 20px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px;">At every massage conference or new age seminar, everybody is talking about energy healing therapies. I have an open, yet skeptical mind, so my curiosity has lead me to answer some underlying questions about how it works. There are many names and variations of energy work in the natural healing circle. For the purpose of this article we are going to call it "Quantum Touch" which seems to be the most popular and modern variation.</span></span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #343434;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 20px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 20px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px;">Quantum-Touch is described as a method of natural healing that works with the' Life Force Energy' of the body to promote optimal health and wellness. Life Force Energy is also known as “chi” in Chinese, “prana” in Sanskrit, and has even been connected to the western "soul". All of these terms are describing the flow of energy that sustains all living beings. Quantum-Touch teaches us how to focus, use, and move this energy, </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 19px;">by combining various breathing and energy awareness exercises </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 20px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 20px; color: #343434; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px;">for a wide range of benefits. This is believed to work by</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 19px;"> facilitating the body’s own healing process. </span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 19px;">Before you can understand Quantum Touch, you must understand basics of combined eastern medicine and the </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 19px;">principles</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 19px;"> of the Chakras.</span></span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhElWLD7sZrsEL1vqNzsMgfP-TFYt-FYMJvMIasQDuqfVU2r6UHjYY4uiIryk8idDHYKwQE6rNdXOtUOzL-FxrCufZlP4ngndfMurrhz9X0bpMwvadu2S2FbevTn8JYvzXjpCsWRMM8CmMX/s1600/chakras-caduceus.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhElWLD7sZrsEL1vqNzsMgfP-TFYt-FYMJvMIasQDuqfVU2r6UHjYY4uiIryk8idDHYKwQE6rNdXOtUOzL-FxrCufZlP4ngndfMurrhz9X0bpMwvadu2S2FbevTn8JYvzXjpCsWRMM8CmMX/s200/chakras-caduceus.jpg" width="151" /></span></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px; color: #343434; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px;"><span style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">Chakras</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px; color: #343434; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px;"> are the subtle energy centers of the body. The ancient Indian Yogis understood the nature of the subtle energy which drives all biological function. They called these centers “Chakras” which literally means “ wheels.” Those who see energy often perceive the chakras as spinning with a wheel-like appearance.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 19px;"> Below is a </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 19px;">helpful</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 19px;"> break down of the seven chakras from </span><a href="http://www.chakraenergy.com/" style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 19px;">www.chakraenergy.com</a></span><br />
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<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Sanskit Name</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Svadisthana</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Lesson</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Feelings—The right to feel. Connected to our sensing abilities and issues related to feelings. Ability to be social and intimacy issues.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Imbalances</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Digestive problems, ulcers, diabetes, hypoglycemia, constipation. Nervousness, toxicity, parasites, colitis, poor memory.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Colour Association</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Green</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Colour Association</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Blue</span></td></tr>
<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Sanskit Name</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Visuddha</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Lesson</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Relationships–The right to speak. Learning to express oneself and one’s beliefs (truthful expression). Ability to trust. Loyalty. Organization and planning.</span></td></tr>
<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Imbalances</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Thyroid imbalances, swollen glands. Fevers and flu. Infections. Mouth, jaw, tongue, neck and shoulders problems. Hyperactivity. Hormonal disorders such as PMS, mood swings, bloating and menopause.</span></td></tr>
<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Throat Stimulants</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Singing (in the shower), poetry, stamp or art collecting. Meaningful conversations. Blue food & drink. Blue gemstones and blue clothing. Using blue oils such as chamomile or geranium essential oils.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Colour Association</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Indigo</span></td></tr>
<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Sanskit Name</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Anja</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Lesson</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Intuition–The right to “see.” Trusting one’s intuition and insights. Developing one’s psychic abilities. Self-realization. Releasing hidden and repressed negative thoughts.</span></td></tr>
<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Imbalances</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Learning disabilities, co-ordination problems, sleep disorders.</span></td></tr>
<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Depression</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Thyroid imbalances, swollen glands. Fevers and flu. Infections. Mouth, jaw, tongue, neck and shoulders problems. Hyperactivity. Hormonal disorders such as PMS, mood swings, bloating and menopause.</span></td></tr>
<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Brow Stimulants</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Star gazing. Mediation Indigo food & drink. Indigo gemstones and indigo clothing. Using indigo oils such as patchouli or frankincense essential oils.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Colour Association</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Violet</span></td></tr>
<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Sanskit Name</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Sahasrara</span></td></tr>
<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Location</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Top of head</span></td></tr>
<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Lesson</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Knowingness–The right to aspire. Dedication to the divine consciousness and trusting the universe. Learning about one’s spirituality. Our connection to the concept of “God” or a higher intelligence. Integrating one’s consciousness and subconsciousness into the superconsciousness.</span></td></tr>
<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Imbalances</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Headaches. Photosensitivity. Mental illness. Neuralgia.Senility. Right/left brain disorders and coordination problems. Epilepsy. Varicose veins and blood vessel problems. Skin Rashes.</span></td></tr>
<tr><td bgcolor="#ffffcc" style="text-align: left;" valign="top" width="120"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;"><b>Crown Stimulants</b></span></td><td bgcolor="#f0f0c0" style="text-align: left;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size: x-small;">Focusing on dreams. Writing down one’s visions and inventions. Violet food & drink. Violet gemstones and violet clothing. Using violet oils such as lavender or jasmine essential oils.</span></td></tr>
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<div style="color: #111111; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 1.571em; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: normal;"></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 10px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 2em;"> There has been Independent research done during the 1980's investigating what happens whilst people practice therapies like Quantum touch. Interestingly, they found that not only do the brain wave patterns of practitioner and receiver become synchronised in the alpha state, which is the state of deep relaxation and meditation, but they pulse in unison with the earth's magnetic field. It was recorded that durring a quatum touch session, the biomagnetic field of the practitioners' hands is at least 1000 times greater than normal, and not as a result of internal body current. Prof Paul Davies and Dr John Gribben in The Matter Myth (1991), discuss the quantum physics view of a 'living universe' in which everything is connected in a 'living web of interdependence'. All of this supports the subjective experience of 'oneness' and 'expanded consciousness' of the philosophies that introduced us to these techniques. The study found evidence that intention direction of this energy led to </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 32px;">physical</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 2em;"> changes in the body. You can read more about this and other scientific studies at </span><a href="http://www.reiki.org/reikinews/sciencemeasures.htm">http://www.reiki.org/reikinews/sciencemeasures.htm</a>.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 32px;">It is interesting to note that this study was carried out on a world-wide variety of cross-cultural subjects, and no matter what their belief systems or customs, or how opposed to each other their customs were, all tested the same. Part of Quantum Touch's growing popularity is that it does not impose a set of beliefs, and can therefore be used by people of any background and faith, or none at all. This neutrality makes it particularly appropriate to be implemented and used in a medical setting.</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 10px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Lucida Grande', 'Lucida Sans', 'Lucida Sans Unicode', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;"><i><br />
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</i></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05924031410603964885noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1776212787379658373.post-66320037642308705142011-03-09T23:03:00.000-08:002011-03-09T23:03:02.886-08:00Hands on Healing<div style="margin-bottom: 16px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">Massage therapy is often seen as a modern luxury, however massage is one of the oldest documented forms of healthcare. The power of touch has been used all over the world for nearly 4,000 years. The practice of massage was even recorded by Hippocrates (the father of Medicine). </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;">Whether you are seeking relief from stress, treating an injury or just looking for the luxury of spa services, there is no doubt that massage is a powerful part of our modern wellbeing. Considering that nearly ninety percent of disease stems from stress, massage is one of the best ways to </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;">counteract</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"> the </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;">physical</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"> effects of our stressful, high speed lifestyle. </span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 16px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 16px;"><i style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"></span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-style: italic; line-height: 15px;">'Research continues to show the enormous benefits of touch—which range from treating chronic diseases, neurological disorders, and injuries, to alleviating the tensions of modern lifestyles.' </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><i style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">-</i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Associated Massage & Bodywork Professionals</span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 16px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;">Here are a few things that can be achieved by receiving professional massage regularly:</span></span></div><ul><li style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Decreased anxiety</span></li>
<li style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Enhanced sleep quality</span></li>
<li style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Greater energy</span></li>
<li style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Improved concentration</span></li>
<li style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Increased circulation</span></li>
<li style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Reduced fatigue</span></li>
<li style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Relief of tired and aching muscles </span></span></li>
<li style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">Increased flexibility and range of motion</span></span></li>
<li style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">Diminished chronic pain</span></span></li>
<li style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">Enhanced skin tone</span></span></li>
<li style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">Strengthened the immune system</span></span></li>
<li style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">Reduced tension/migraine headaches </span></span></li>
<li style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">Improved concentration</span></span></li>
</ul><div style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">Currently the AMBP (Association of Massage & Bodywork Professionals) recognizes 250 variations of massage. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">A few of the most popular are:</span></span></div><div style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: normal;"><b>Swedish:</b>collection of techniques designed primarily to relax muscles by applying pressure to them against deeper soft tissue, and rubbing in the same direction as the flow of blood returning to the heart. Swedish massage can relax muscles, increase circulation, remove metabolic waste products, help the recipient obtain a feeling of connectedness, a better awareness of their body and the way they use and position it. Swedish Massage shortens recovery time from muscular strain by flushing the tissue of lactic acid, uric acid and other metabolic wastes. It improves circulation without increasing heart load. It stretches the ligaments and tendons, keeping them supple. Swedish Massage also stimulates the skin and nervous system while at the same time relaxing the nerves themselves. As it can help reduce emotional and physical stress it is often recommended as part of a regular program for stress management. It also has specific clinical uses in a medical or remedial therapy. </span></span></span><br />
<div style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></span></span></span></div><div style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><small><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><b>Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT):</b></span></small><small><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> is a specialized form of manual therapy that uses static pressure on specific myofascial points to relieve pain. This technique manipulates the soft tissue of the body (muscles, tendons and connective tissue) to balance the central nervous system. Conditions such as chronic pain, sciatica, rotator cuff dysfunction, carpal tunnel syndrome, and migraines are helped through this technique. It is said that neuromuscular therapy is one of the most effective types of massage therapy for lower back pain. </span></small><br />
<small><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">NMT is also used to locate and release spasms and hyper contractions in the tissue. It aids the healing process for injured tissue, assists in venous and lymphatic flow, restores postural alignment, and imparts flexibility to the tissues. It disperses the lactic acid, so the deficient muscle can begin to accept a clean supply of oxygen and blood flow. Often clients will experience some muscle soreness following a neuromuscular therapy massage. </span></small></span></span></span></span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px;"><b><br />
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<div style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Craniosacral:</b>Craniosacral therapy is a gentle, noninvasive method of evaluating and enhancing the function of a physiological body arrangement called the craniosacral system. Developed by John E. Upledger, D.O., O.M.M., this manual therapy enhances the body's natural healing processes and has proven effective in treating a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and dysfunction. The craniosacral system consists of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. It extends from the bones of the skull, face, and mouth - which make up the cranium - down to the sacrum or tailbone. Since this system influences the development and function of the brain and spinal cord, any imbalance or dysfunction in the craniosacral system could cause sensory, motor, or neurological disabilities. These problems may include chronic pain, eye difficulties, scoliosis, motor-coordination impairments, learning disabilities, and other dysfunctions of the central nervous system. Craniosacral therapy encourages the body's natural healing mechanisms to improve the functioning of the central nervous system, dissipate the negative effects of stress, and enhance health and resistance to disease. The craniosacral therapy practitioner uses a light touch to assist the natural movement of fluid within the craniosacral system. Therapists generally use only 5 grams of pressure, roughly the weight of a nickel, to test for restrictions in various parts of the craniosacral system. It's often possible for the evaluation alone to remove the restriction and allow the system to correct itself.</span></span></span></span></div><div style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></span></span></span></div><div style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Hot Stone:</b>A unique connection with nature. Stone massage involves the application of water-heated basalt stones of varying sizes to key points on the body, giving a deep massage and creating sensations of comfort and warmth. The direct heat relaxes muscles, allowing manipulation of a greater intensity than with regular massage.</span></span></span></span></div><div style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></span></span></span></div><div style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Lymph Drainage:</b>This healing technique has become a popular massage choice. It blends soothing, gentle, rhythmical, precise massage-like movements to accelerate the flow of lymphatic fluid in the body. Deep Tissue Massage Deep Tissue Massage is used to release chronic muscle tension through slower strokes and more direct pressure or friction applied across the grain of the muscles. This invigorating experience is a process of detection of stiff or painful areas by determining the quality and texture of the deeper layers of musculature, and slowly working into the deep layers of muscle tissue. Specific hand positions and strokes are then used to respond to various tissue qualities. Techniques employing breath and movement are also used for releasing muscular congestion. Rolfing by Dr. Ida Rolf, aligns the major body segments through deep manipulation of the fascia or connective tissue. </span></span></span></span></div><div style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></span></span></span></div><div style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Myofascial Release:</b>A three-dimensional application of sustained pressure and movement into the fascial system in order to eliminate fascial restrictions and facilitate the emergence of emotional patterns and belief systems that are no longer relevant or are impeding progress. First, an assessment is made by visually analyzing the human frame, followed by the palpation of the tissue texture of various fascial layers. Upon locating an area of fascial tension, gentle pressure is applied in the direction of the restriction. Myofascial release is an effective therapeutic approach in the relief of cervical pain, back pain, fibromyalgia, scoliosis, neurological dysfunction, restriction of motion, chronic pain, and headaches.</span></span></span></span></div><div style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></span></span></span></div><div style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Quantum Touch:</b>This hands-on healing method offers spontaneous adjusting of proper alignment of the body. Principles behind Quantum-Touch involve resonance, intention, attention, breath, and innate body intelligence. Using various breathing techniques and meditations, a light touch is applied to activate the body's own healing process.</span></span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">As part of out natural aging process, our bodies can become weaker and our muscles and joints become tighter. Much of this is due to the physical and emotional stress we put on our bodies just by our activities of daily living. You can slow down that aging process though regular massage and stretching exercises. </span><br />
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