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The sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle is a prominent, paired muscle located in the neck. It
plays a crucial role in head movement and posture. When the SCM muscle hurts, it can
significantly impact daily activities and overall quality of life. Understanding the potential causes
of SCM pain is the first step toward effective relief.
Read MoreAs a cancer survivor myself, I wish I knew of this therapy which would have helped calm my nerves and better connect me with my body. For cancer patients, CST can offer several potential benefits.
Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on approach that aims to enhance the body's natural healing processes by focusing on the craniosacral system, which includes the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
Read MoreIn the realm of alternative medicine, there exists a gentle yet powerful healing modality known
as craniosacral therapy (CST). Originating from osteopathy, CST focuses on the manipulation of
the craniosacral system, which includes the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround
and protect the brain and spinal cord. This therapy aims to enhance the body's natural healing
capabilities by addressing imbalances and restrictions within this system. Below are 5 benefits
of this therapy.
1. Stress Reduction and Relaxation
Read MoreWere you aware that you have 12 cranial nerves that control bodily functions like sight, taste, digestion, heart rate, shoulder movement and more? For optimal health, you want these nerve pathways to be unrestricted.
Craniosacral Therapy is a light touch approach to helping remove restrictions, like fascia or muscle tension, to allow the signals from these nerves to travel more freely. Many of my clients report feeling more energized, alert, less bloated, with better range of motion in areas where they experienced tightness or pain, after a Craniosacral treatment.
Read MoreOver 77% of Americans say stress affects their physical health. What about you? Read further about how you can tame stress in your life with natural therapies and learn a little about your nervous system.
Read MoreLymphedema is a condition characterized by swelling, usually in the arms or legs, caused by a buildup of lymph fluid. This condition can be uncomfortable and challenging to manage, but understanding its causes and exploring effective treatments like lymphatic drainage massage can make a significant difference in managing symptoms and improving overall well-being.
Read MoreThe journey started with a coaching certification. I could not have predicted where it would lead…
Read MoreEarly in 2016 my father passed away, my best friend died from cancer and my brother was recovering from a stroke. These events caused me to pause and ask myself what was I doing with my life? Why was I here?
Read MoreMy journey through discovery began in 2016 and accelerated in 2019 when I began to awaken my consciousness and lean into my true self after experiencing exponential change and tragedies. This path drew me to consume many books on spirituality, mindfulness, purpose and living life by choice.
Read MoreFour years ago, I set an intention to live in Florida. That was it. I did not create a specific timeline or a series of milestones which was the way I was wired from my long career in the corporate world. No, this intention was different.
Read MoreQuitting my job and embracing the unknown is exactly what I did in 2018. I leveraged a framework that can be helpful when navigating life transitions - Naming, Framing and Claiming. Let me share how I used this framework to leave a career in human resources behind to become a certified coach.
Read MoreWhat occurred in the span between November 2018 and June 2019 would set the stage for reflection and transformation – my son’s relocation to NYC to begin freshman year in college, my brother John’s suicide three days before Thanksgiving thrust me into
Read MoreJune 2021 marks a year since I was diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer. It is a diagnosis that I never imagined – no family history, led a healthy lifestyle, received annual mammograms.
Read MoreAround this time of year, I fondly remember helping my mother and siblings with spring cleaning in our home. She believed this thorough cleaning was necessary to maintain a refreshed home environment.
Read MoreQuitting my job and completely opening myself up to the unknown - no immediate source of income, no medical coverage, worry about what the future was going to bring – is exactly what I did in 2018. Many thought I was crazy. Some said I was brave.
Read MoreWhen faced with adversity we have choices and our choices are made with every decision, emotional reaction and interaction we have with others, impacting our behavior and actions leading to outcomes.
Read MoreThere is a saying that adversity doesn’t build character, it reveals it. During times of adversity we still have choices as humans. We can choose to embrace the situation we have been dealt and manage through it or we can choose to be stuck and be a victim.
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