Health-Massage-Bodywork Tips

Winter is natural time to pause and reflect.  A time to evaluate what worked and what can be improved in your life.  It is natural to go into “downtime” during the winter and not get as much done as you would normally do throughout the year – we sleep and eat more, are mellower, etc.  Honor it!

Pause and take a deep breath periodically.  Focus on your breathing for awhile.  Get lost in the present.  Decide what is most important now and embrace it.  If you don’t know, here are some ideas to help you:

Find time to meditate/pray/sit quietly in your favorite surroundings.
Volunteer for your favorite organization.
Find meaningful ways to help others.
Connect with family and friends.
Join a support group to help you with challenges in your life.
Explore new healthy ventures – a new exercise or cooking class.
Practice forgiveness, gratefulness, and appreciation.

Enjoy the winter.  Do things you love to do!  It will help you find your balance in order to empower yourself for the New Year!

Resources

 

I am about to complete the Course of Miracles for the first time this year!  What a journey that has been.  I’ve decided I will work on Wayne Dyer’s book, Change Your Thoughts – Change Your Life: Living the Wisdom of the Tao, throughout the year 2012.  Maybe you’ll want to do the same?  Listen to the Wayne’s audio on the above web link.

 

I made several updates to my studio – hopefully you will notice them at your next visit…

In November 2011, one of my clients who finished recently finished a 11-series this year sent me this email testimonial:

I enjoy your newsletters. Two things: Today, I had to go to Balboa Medical Center for an appointment. Six months ago I was so frustrated, because I could not find a handicap parking space, and I was in so much pain – of course I had my cane. Today, I drove right into the parking structure and then walked – did not have to worry about finding a closer handicap parking spot. Walking not without pain but my pain level is now durable. Then, I came home and made my first ride in three years on my bike to the beach. Only three miles round trip, but I have been building up to this by riding my bike around our condo loop. Nice to be able to ride to the beach again and breathe moving air!

Great news, Mel – YOU are doing all the work of getting/being healthy!  I’m glad I could help in your journey to wellness!

About What I Do

Do you identify yourself by the discomfort you are feeling lately?

Are you dependent on pain medications or considering splints and other supportive devices (like canes, shoe inserts, etc.), shots (like cortisone, steroids, etc.), and surgery to alleviate pain?

Are you tired of chronic pain, tingling, numbness, always getting injured, experiencing stress fractures, and lack of strength anywhere in your body?

Do you want improved movement, better range of motion, and restful sleep?

If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, I can help you with the connective tissue massage-bodywork therapies I use as a part of my practice.

My website is very informative, so please visit to learn more about my services, session prices, and my schedule along with massage-bodywork benefits and tips for before, during, and after your sessions.

I would like to partner with other health practitioners (orthopedic surgeons, dentists, naturopathic doctors, chiropractors, psychological counselors, athletic and life coaches, acupuncturists, movement instructors/practitioners), health facilities (gyms, exercise studios (karate, yoga, dance)), and small businesses in the city of San Diego.  My practice does complement these services to bring about more health and well-being to people.  If you have any recommendations, please connect us by sending them my e-newsletters and contact information, OR I would be happy to contact them directly!

I can provide demonstrations and classes about health and massage-bodywork to businesses and their employees.  Review My Calendar for the talks and health/wellness events I’ve completed in the past in the San Diego community.

If you have any questions about my services and would like to set up an appointment, please, call or email me.  I look forward to working with you at your next appointment!

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