Horse Insight: A Tool for Wellness

by Jayne Nuutinen Wolff
Horses are fascinating animals full of grace, insight, and strength. For centuries, mankind has found many ways to use them as helpers in their daily lives. In the beginning, horses were used to carry us farther and faster than we could go without them. People still ride today, but mostly for pleasure [...]

The Science of Happiness

by Ann Recine, RN MSN APNP, Louis Recine, S.F.O., Koreen Schultz, BSN
Have you ever considered the health benefits of forgiveness? Most of us agree with C.S. Lewis who said, “Every one says forgiveness is a lovely idea, until they have something to forgive.” OK. Let’s say someone is rude to you in the grocery store, [...]

The Art of Hawaiian “Lomi Lomi” Massage

by Sarah Heinze
The Hawaiian definition of “Lomi” is “to rub, press, crush, massage, rub out; to work in and out.” During the rhythmic dance of a Lomi Lomi massage, the therapist uses palms, forearms, knuckles, fingers, and thumbs to apply long, soothing strokes that feel like gentle waves rushing over the client, relaxing muscles and [...]

Kids + Essential Oils = A Happy Day!

Summer has zipped by and now it’s back to school time for the kids. You’ve been gathering the notebooks, folders, pencils, and new shoes and clothes for what will hopefully be, a stress free start to the new school year. Though now you wonder, what can be done with the moodiness, attitudes, fears, and worries [...]

42-Day Sacred Window

by Patricia Wickman
In the six to eight weeks following the birth of a baby a spiritual window is open. With thoughtful preparation, this time can be exquisitely blissful. Ayurvedic practitioners advocate a speci?c protocol for mother care based on this concept of a 42-day sacred window. Making sure that a new mother’s “village” takes care [...]

The Gravity of Your Situation: Rolfing® Structural Integration

“Gravity is the river we never step out of.”
– Unknown
by Chris Hayden
From the very beginning of our lives, and of life on Earth, gravity has played a powerful role in shaping us. Leaving our aquatic homes for dry land, then making the leap to standing upright, we contended against this unseen current. Having long learned [...]

Sneezy, Itchy, Runny Spring Allergies

by Marybeth Buchele HMC
Sneezy, weepy eyes, runny nose, itchy eyes, nose or skin — does this sound like you in the spring?  Then read on for some suggestions that could help you feel better.
Spring allergies can be reactions to mold or to pollens.  With homeopathy, we don’t really care what you are reacting to, we [...]

Healing with Horses

by Lisa Kuchinski

What is Equine Assisted
Learning/Coaching?
It’s interaction between humans and horses on an emotional and unconscious level. The horses assist you to expand or step out of the box you have unknowingly (or knowingly) placed yourself in. They will challenge you to be the best you can be and expand.
The horses live in a herd, [...]

Coming Home

by Doug Dobberfuhl
Brendan sat back on the couch and ran his fingers through his hair, sighing.  “I moved back to my hometown two years ago. I had not lived within a 60 mile radius of the place for over 15 years, and what I experienced surprised me. At first, I just felt a little out [...]

Ayurveda and Yoga for Holiday Serenity

by Patricia Wickman
Before you start reading this article, take a moment to ask yourself some questions. First of all, notice how you are breathing right now. Is your breathing fast? Slow? Shallow? Deep? Agitated? Calm? Also, take a mental note of how your day has gone so far. More specifically, what has been your general [...]

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