3 Reasons Why You Need To Plan A Wellness Trip For Your Vacation

Imagine sitting on the patio of your vacation cabin with a cup of warm coffee in your hands. The sun slowly peeps over the mountain range, and birds shake the morning dew off their feathers while singing a cheerful song that would lift anyone’s spirits. A light fog wraps around the mountains, reaching to touch every bit of life thriving there. The slight chill in the air gives a gentle shiver enough for a light …

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Treatment of Muscle Spasms with Acupuncture + Herbal Medicine

Treatment of Muscle Spasms with Acupuncture + Herbal Medicine As I walked my dog on a spring morning in March, I felt the elusive wind in my hair and on my skin. The wind is an interesting phenomenon. It’s a natural movement of air that can occur on various scales, from a gentle breeze to a destructive force. The wind is not visible to the human eye, but you can see its effects, and it …

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The Importance of Relationships + Connections

“Genes are nice, but JOY is better.” -The Harvard Gazette. Traditionally, February is the month to celebrate romance and love. I propose we take the opportunity to celebrate all healthy, positive relationships this month. As social beings, we survive and thrive on human interaction. Research has proven, over the years, that quality relationships are vital to our mental and emotional well-being, and the health benefits are eye-opening. Harvard Study of Adult Development is the longest-running study on …

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The Art of Self Preservation

The Art of Self Preservation A superior physician treats a patient before he is sick. -Yellow Emperor Your greatest asset is your health. As an acupuncturist and wellness coach, I believe there is tremendous value in staying healthy. So much I designed my life and career around health and wellness. Every one of us has the power to create the lives we want. I know most people want to live a more healthy and vital …

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Does Acupuncture Hurt?

Does Acupuncture Hurt? Over the 12+ years of practicing, one of the top questions I get asked is, does acupuncture hurt. Growing up, mom would say, ” I would be rich if I had a penny every time you asked me that.” Well, I should be rich. It is a great question, especially if you are thinking about trying acupuncture for the first time. Therefore, I am happy to answer it. Usually, I describe acupuncture …

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