I find that this time of year is most fulfilling when we have a balance of yin and yang practices.
Read more11 Tips to Improve Sleep Hygiene.
Here are some of the suggestions I offer my patients when they are looking to improve their sleep:
Read moreWinter Health & Chinese Medicine.
In Chinese medicine, winter is associated with the kidneys and the bladder. Winter is also associated with the water element, the color black, the emotion of fear, and the salty flavor.
Read moreHow to Practice Intentional Listening.
We could all speak less and listen more…
Read more10 Ways to Spark Joy (In a Year that has been Joy-less).
In an effort to stop taking myself so seriously, lift my spirits, and uplift my environment, I came up with a list of activities that can bring me joy this month. I’d love for you to join me and to leave your own ideas in the comments below! We can be safe and make good choices while also introducing more joy into our lives.
Read moreCelebrating Small Business Saturday at Namaha Wellness.
To celebrate small business and to show my gratitude to you, I am offering the following discounts at Namaha Wellness today through Monday:
Read moreFood Coma Acupressure Point—Essential for Thanksgiving!
This is my secret weapon for all food comas, overeating episodes, and “I can’t believe I ate the whole thing” experiences. I like to massage this point after my Thanksgiving meal to help the muscles in my stomach relax and to optimize my digestion.
Read moreBreathwork to Open the Chest.
Breathing Exercise to Move Energy in the Chest:
Read morePungent (Spicy): The Flavor of Fall.
Add these spices to your fall meals to stay healthy all season long:
Read more10 Self-Care Tips for Election Day.
Tensions are high right now and we are all feeling it. Today is a big day and we are facing a lot of unknown. Make sure you are practicing self-care today and over the next few days. Here are some ways to take care of yourself:
Read moreAutumn Signs of Balance & Imbalance.
In Balance: letting go of what no longer serves, good communication, studying new…
Read moreBreathwork to Strengthen the Lungs.
Our lungs have endured a lot this year. From COVID to wild fires, this breathing exercise will give your lungs the healing they need.
Read moreWhat it's Like to Get a Treatment at Namaha Wellness.
A typical treatment at Namaha Wellness includes:
Read moreThe Seven Emotions in Chinese Medicine.
In Chinese medicine, emotional imbalances are thought to be the root cause of most dis-ease. They impede the energy flow in the body and create blockages. Read through these seven emotions to see which ones you need to pay extra attention to in your life.
Read more5 Senses Meditation: Experience the Present Moment.
The more we do this, the more we will start living in our senses rather than in our busy minds.
Read moreFall Health & Chinese Medicine.
In Chinese medicine, fall is associated with the lungs and large intestine organs as well as the metal element. Fall is also associated with the color white and the emotions of grief and sadness.
Read moreAcupressure for Digestive Issues & Menstrual Disorders.
One of the most powerful acupressure points on the body.
Read moreSimple Breathing Exercise to Support Digestion.
This breathing exercise strengthens the spleen and stomach organs to support digestion.
Read moreCCF Tea Recipe to Strengthen Digestion.
Bloated? Tummy troubles? Try CCF tea, an herbal blend that supports digestion.
Read moreWhat is Yang?
Yang is masculine, bright, warming, dry, expansive, rising, extroverted, protective, and fast. Yang is excited. Yang is active.
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