A Reminder of Gratitude During A Busy Holiday Season

How easily we can forget how precious life is! So long as we can remember, we’ve just been here, being alive. Unlike other things for which we have a good comparison– black to white, day to night, good to bad– we are so immersed in life that we can see it only in the context [...]

One Simple Way to Reduce Pain Intensity Anytime, Anywhere

Could crossing your arms be enough to significantly reduce pain? In a small study, participants were given a pinprick on their hand.  It was given once with their hands at their side and again while their arms were crossed.  They were asked to rate the intensity of the pain and in addition were given an [...]

{video}December Special – Keep dry, cracked hands and feet from making an appearance!

Have you noticed how dry the air has become lately?  Thanks to static electricity, I’ve zapped my long haired kitties more than once. It was not appreciated given the looks I received.  Cats have very expressive eyes.  And teeth. I have ways to keep the dryness away and your hands and feet soft (yes, even [...]

Even One Massage May Have a Positive Effect on Your Immune System!

Think you can’t take time for a massage during the holidays?  Think again! This time of year brings many additional stressors that can wear down your immune system.  Don’t you want to take every precaution necessary to protect your health this time of year? In the study at Cedar Sinai Medical Center,  one group of [...]

An Office Improvement

There may only be three small steps to my office door, but sometimes after a massage it sure is nice to have a handrail nearby as you slowly (and in a VERY relaxed fashion) make your way to your car. Well, it’s finally happening!  I came into work on Thanksgiving to see the beginning of [...]

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