Category Archives: Self Care

Acupressure Points for Enhancing Sexual Health and Intimacy

by Sheela Szymkowiak, Certified Reflexologist and Holistic Health Educator “Oh soul, you worry too much. You have seen your own strength. You have seen your own beauty. You have seen your golden wings. Of anything less, why do you worry? … Continue reading

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The Moves: Gettin’ your groovy move on!

By Elizabeth K Dawson, MES Even if Valentine’s Day wasn’t your cuppa tea – I mean, I’m not a real pink-hearts-and-chocolates kind of girl, either – it can be a good reminder to infuse your life with a little cheeky … Continue reading

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Beneficial Winter Herb: Stinging Nettle

This versatile and common herb (North America and Europe) has astringent, diuretic and tonic properties. Nettle was favoured by European herbalists in medieval times as it was excellent for treating joint and skin conditions such as arthritis, gout and eczema. … Continue reading

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Winter Health Focus II: Bladder Meridian

By Sheela Szymkowiak, Certified Reflexologist and Holistic Health Educator If you experience lack of balance, sciatica, lower lumbar pain, stiffness in the hips, neuralgia, calf muscle spasms, pain and stiffness in the knees, ankle or foot – Traditional Chinese Medicine … Continue reading

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Winter Health Focus I: Kidney Meridian

By Sheela Szymkowiak, Certified Reflexologist and Holistic Health Educator In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the focus for Winter is on the Kidney and Bladder, which are both of the Water Element. This month, we’ll tell you how to boost your … Continue reading

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Health Effects of Seasonal Light Changes

Supporting our mental, physical and emotional health during Fall & Winter                                          Sheela Szymkowiak, Reflexologist and Holistic Health Educator In the Winter months, we often feel an increase in fatigue, sleep disorders, food cravings and weight gain, not to mention an increase of … Continue reading

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If I could just have One. Good. Sleep.

By Elizabeth K. Dawson, MES Are you getting enough sleep?  Chances are – like so many people – you’re not.  And you probably feeling short-tempered, hungry, thirsty, foggy, irritable, sluggish, anxious, sore, and stressed (to name a few lovely symptoms … Continue reading

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Immediate Relief for Cold & Flus

These acupressure points will relieve cold and flu symptoms and strengthen your immune system.

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