Update: this article was posted well before COVID-19 disrupted our lives. Since we cannot know how long this moment will last, nor the outcome, that uncertainty feeds the already-prevalent feeling of anxiety. If you are looking for some help for frayed nerves, the information below still very much applies. Acupuncture for Stress When I first […]
Nourishing You
The Limbic System & the Possibility for Change
The limbic system is the area of our brain where learning, memory and emotion are experienced. Acupuncture affects the limbic system in part by allowing the calm side of our nervous systems to emerge. This has the effect of giving the receiver a moment’s pause in the action and making healthier choices for his or […]
10 Stress Management Techniques
Stress is on the rise globally and we all feel it. Daily stressors are not showing signs of abating anytime soon. Therefore, it’s up to us to work on managing our stress so we can function well and enjoy our lives. There are literally hundreds of ways to manage stress, you can see from the 10 we […]
Moving Beyond Your Comfort Zone
A message in our culture tells us after 50 it’s all downhill and people too easily give in to that notion. The truth is we don’t have to give in and in fact if we take on the challenge we can slow cellular aging. Current research is saying that if you work with biology doing some common sense behaviors, you can beat […]
A 20-Second Fix for Tired Eyes
Here’s a 20-second fix for tired eyes that stretches the muscles and tendons of your tired, overworked eyes. It’s easy, it’s free, and it’s available right now! Our eyes get strained from gazing at digital devices. Physiologically this ramps up our sympathetic nervous system, adding to feeling stressed and anxious. Try this exercise the next […]