As we celebrate 2018, it’s not too late to resolve to have as healthy a year as possible. Many times, we make New Year’s resolutions that are unrealistic or complicated, so we are unable to keep them beyond the first month. Simplicity is always best. Find something simple to add to your life. … [Read more...] about Make 2018 a “Touching” year
To Everything, There is a Season
During the fall, we are experiencing transition and change -- a strong shift in weather, the changing of the leaves and preparing for the upcoming winter. Chinese Medicine views autumn as a season of “letting go.” We encourage you to … [Read more...] about To Everything, There is a Season
To Sleep … Perchance to Dream
Now’s the time to get your kids (and yourself!) back on a good sleep schedule to help ease the adjustment to the start of school. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends: 10-13 hours (including naps) for children ages 3-5 9-12 hours for children ages 6-12 8-10 hours for … [Read more...] about To Sleep … Perchance to Dream
Top 5 ways to reduce stress during your work day
Top 5 ways to reduce stress during your work day: Take a few deeeeeep breeeeeeeaths. Deep breathing calms the nervous system and helps to get out of the “fight or flight” mode. Using essential oils is a bonus! You can use anything that smells good to you. Keep your blood sugar … [Read more...] about Top 5 ways to reduce stress during your work day
Trusting the Road Ahead
When I reflect on my journey to the present day, the word that comes to mind is trust. I trusted all along the way. I am the resident CranioSacral Therapist at MAAIM but I am so much more. I am a wife, mom, educator, vegetarian, ferocious reader, lover of bad jokes and overall happy human being. I … [Read more...] about Trusting the Road Ahead
Gratitude and Good Health in 2017
2017 brings to us an opportunity to reflect on what we are grateful for and share what has been an important ingredient in our health and wellness regime! We asked each of our staff to share their gratitude and what has made a difference in their lives. Julie Silver I am grateful for many things: … [Read more...] about Gratitude and Good Health in 2017