Tag: Mind-Body Healing
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The History of Acupuncture in America in the 1970s
Posted Thursday, October 8th, 2015 The History of Acupuncture in America: How It Became a Popular Healing Practice Acupuncture: An Ancient Healing Modality Acupuncture is an ancient practice that dates back 4,000 or more years. Rooted in Eastern culture, especially China, acupuncture has been used for centuries to promote healing and wellness. While China and…
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Five Best Books on the Art of Acupuncture
Posted Monday, December 14th, 2015 The Top 5 Books About Acupuncture: A Comprehensive Guide The uncanny and oftentimes misunderstood art of acupuncture frightens some but intrigues others. What is acupuncture? What does it do? What are its notorious healing powers? All of these questions and more can be answered with quality literature on the subject.…
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Top Athletes Who Use Acupuncture
Posted Sunday, January 31st, 2016 Acupuncture for Athletes: Pain Management & Recovery Acupuncture can have some extremely rewarding effects when it comes to pain management and recovery. For athletes that train regularly, having a non-invasive technique that can be used to improve pain management and reduce inflammation is extraordinary. While many athletes utilize acupuncture as a…
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Being Alone in Phoenix: Best Meditation Spots
Posted Tuesday, November 3rd, 2015 Best Places to Meditate in Phoenix Meditation has many benefits. From lowering blood pressure to reducing stress and anxiety, no one will argue that it is bad for you. It is a practice that not only helps create balance in your day, but also it helps train the body to react to…
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Ego Identification
Posted Tuesday, July 1st, 2014 Understanding the Ego: Identifying and Liberating Yourself The ego is an inseparable force within us—one that travels down the path of life, situating itself firmly in our consciousness. Without being able to identify and separate from the ego, a person will certainly be controlled by it, as there’s no way…
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What Does Holistic Mean?
Posted Monday, June 23rd, 2014 What Does Holistic Mean? A term that has become popular recently is holistic, yet a portion of the population doesn’t truly understand the definition of the word. We often hear about a holistic approach, holistic medicine, holistic healing; but without understanding the terminology, it is impossible to comprehend what that…
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Acupuncture as Preventative Health Care
Posted Tuesday, March 1st, 2016 Acupuncture as Preventative Medicine: Boosting Health Before Illness Strikes How Acupuncture Promotes Overall Well-Being Many people think of acupuncture as a treatment that is designed to help people deal with acute or chronic pain. While acupuncture can be beneficial with addressing ongoing symptoms, the nature of the treatment can also work as preventative…
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What Is a Healing Crisis?
Posted Wednesday, May 24th, 2023 Understanding the Healing Crisis: A Path to Wellness In the realm of alternative medicine, there is a fascinating phenomenon known as a healing crisis. This temporary and often misunderstood occurrence can accompany the initiation of various alternative therapies such as homeopathy, massage therapy, or acupuncture. Despite its perplexing nature, understanding…