Tag: Self Care
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Keep Moving Forward!
Posted Friday, July 10th, 2015 Feeling Stuck in Life? Here’s How to Keep Moving Forward Have you been feeling stuck in your life? If you’ve answered “yes” to any of these questions, there’s only one thing you need to do: You must keep moving forward. This might seem like a simple response to a challenging…
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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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What Do You Desire?
Posted Monday, August 4th, 2014 Discovering Your True Desires: A Guide to Self-Reflection and Awareness The Modern Struggle with Distraction In previous blog posts we have talked about life in the 21st century, how busy and distracted society has become. There is a constant barrage of stimuli that we encounter throughout the day, from the…
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The Many Benefits of Meditation
Posted Monday, April 7th, 2014 The Power of Meditation: Achieving Balance in a Busy World Finding Peace in a Distracted World We live in a busy world with lots of distractions and noise; we are constantly inundated with information and stimulation. With so many different external stimuli, it can be difficult to find peace and…
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The Need for Interpersonal Boundaries
Posted Saturday, November 22nd, 2014 The Importance of Establishing Boundaries in Interpersonal Relationships One topic that is discussed quite often with patients at Above & Beyond Acupuncture is the need to establish personal boundaries. Setting up boundaries within interpersonal relationships is essential, as it provides the necessary framework for what is appropriate and inappropriate. The majority of…
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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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Becoming a More Conscious Human Being
Posted Tuesday, June 2nd, 2015 The Importance of Living Consciously Why Awareness Matters in Everyday Life One topic that is discussed frequently with patients at Above & Beyond Acupuncture is the importance of being conscious and aware throughout life. Oftentimes, people stop paying close attention to the food they eat, the thoughts they have, and…
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6 Things Everyone Should Know About Acupuncture
Posted Friday, February 19th, 2016 Top 6 Facts to Know Before Your First Acupuncture Session If you are going for your first acupuncture treatment it is important that you are presented with some important information that everyone should know before their introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine. Here are the top 6 facts that will help you prepare…
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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…