Last week we looked at some Flower Essences to help kids cope with the stress of the end of school year, and stress in general. This week we are going to look at some for parents, teachers and caregivers. We all react differently to stress. Each of us has a specific pattern of behavior that is part of our personal makeup and that …
End of School Year… Flower Essences to the Rescue!! Part 1: Children and Teens
It is that hectic time of year…. The last weeks of school are full with mixed feelings of excitement and dread for kids, parents and teachers alike. Kids are tired and restless. The pressure of the exams and assignments, school performances and proms, the excitement of warmer and longer days, and the planning and anticipation of the summer vacation. We …
10 reasons why you should consider Healing Touch
Healing Touch is a gentle complementary therapy that uses light touch to balance and restore energy that has been depleted due to mental or emotional stress, trauma, illness and/or medical procedures. Healing touch uses very gentle touch. It is not massage and it is given with the client fully clothed. Here are some reasons why you should consider Healing Touch …
Are your emotions affecting your health?
The link between the body and the mind fascinates me. An increasing body of research is now supporting what some traditional healing methods like Chinese medicine or Ayurveda have known for centuries: that there’s a connection between the body and the mind and that thoughts and emotions can impact our health. Most people know that anger is bad for the …
Overwhelmed? Check out Elm Flower Essence
“… IS THE REMEDY FOR PEOPLE SUFFERING A TEMPORARY LOSS OF CONFIDENCE DUE TO THE OVERWHELMING AMOUNT OF RESPONSIBILITY THEY HAVE TAKEN ON…” DR EDWARD BACH This month I’m going to write about a flower essence that can be very helpful in periods of stress and pressure. We can all feel overwhelmed at times… who hasn’t felt this way? The essence …
Letting the summer go
NYC is buzzing and enjoying a beautiful Indian summer. Fall will official start soon. I’m sad to see the summer go. After a meditation retreat and my summer vacation, I’m enjoying the return to my healing practice with renewed energy, enthusiasm and fresh ideas. My inspiration for the coming months comes from my practice too. I heard yesterday from …
Breaking the ties that are holding you back: Walnut Flower Essence
“THE ONLY WAY TO MAKE SENSE OUT OF CHANGE IS TO PLUNGE INTO IT, MOVE WITH IT AND JOIN THE DANCE.” ALAN WILSON WATTS Vacations are almost over and for many it’s “back to school” time. Children and adults alike face this time of year with a mixture of excitement, anticipation, and anxiety. We all know it’ll take a few …
Finding your life purpose: Wild Oat Flower Essence
“A JACK OF ALL TRADES A MASTER OF NONE” It’s summer. School and college years are over and summer vacations are foremost in our minds. This is the season for reflecting on our working life: of making next steps or using vacation time to reflect on work options and career. If you are thinking about job searching or a new career direction, check out Wild …
Healing Touch to Reduce Stress: hitting that Reset button
“This was so relaxing. Nothing like anything I have experienced before. People should have one Healing Touch session every week!” These are the words of a client of mine who works in NYC’s Financial District. The damaging effects of stress on the body and the mind are well known. Our bodies are only equipped to deal with certain stresses for short …
Self-care is essential
Self-care is what we do in order to take care of our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health: all those things, sometimes big (going on a nice vacation or a retreat), sometimes small (taking some full deep conscious breaths or going for a walk in the park). Self-care helps us feel more connected, happier and present in our lives. Self-care …