Sound Therapy

July 13, 2014 by
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The following information courtesy of Crystal Tones: www.CrystalSingingBowls.com Vibrational Sound Everything that moves vibrates, from the smallest molecule to the universe itself.  As long as it is vibrating, it is making some kind of sound.  We may not perceive the sound, as it may be below or above the threshold of our hearing.  The human ear can sound vibrations between 20 and 20,000 cycles per second, although we also perceive sound by skin and bone conduction, ingesting and consuming it with the whole body. Scientific studies show that sound can produce changes in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Integrative Wellness, Mental Wellness, Physical Health, Sound, Stress/Anxiety

Laughter Medicine

July 13, 2014 by
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Benefits of Laughter Laughter really is the best medicine – physically, mentally, and emotionally. No prescription needed; no unpleasant side effects; it’s non-fattening, legal, and free. Get your daily dose! Laughter is a universal language, connecting and uniting people. Reduces stress, depression, anxiety, and negative thoughts and feelings Increases joyfulness, peace, and wellness Internal jogging – laughing provides a good massage to all internal organs, especially the intestines, improving blood supply, and helping the bowels move properly Strengthens the immune system and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Depression, Exercise, Integrative Wellness, Mental Wellness, Other Integrative Health, Yoga

Energy Healing

May 3, 2014 by
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"There is deep wisdom within our very flesh, if we can only come to our senses and feel it." ~Elizabeth A. Behnke Our bodies respond to stress in many ways.  Some people experience built up negative energy, some experience a "gut feeling" in relation to other energy, and some are fearful of the energy that they could release in either positive and healthy or unhealthy ways.  Energy healing is a tool to allow your body to release unhealthy energy, tune into positive and healing energy, and continue forward with clarity and peace of mind and body.  Results may include emotional release … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Integrative Wellness, Other Integrative Health, Stress/Anxiety

Summer Vacation Planning

April 16, 2014 by
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Summer vacation is almost upon us, and it is a wonderful time of the year. Time to sleep in for some and time for valuable family time. Whether a vacation is planned or a stay-cation, kids and parents get to play together and create wonderful memories and cement bonds. For some families summer vacation can mean stress. How do I fill the hours? Who will watch the kids while I'm at work? It's important to sit down as a family and discuss these issues. No one person should have to shoulder this responsibility alone. Of course with very young children their participation is limited, but at any … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Integrative Wellness, Mental Wellness, Mindful Parents Tagged With: , , ,