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Global Healing Treatment & Seminars Newsletter, January 2010
Make 2010 the Year to Renew Your Inner Vitality!
Jīng is the Chinese word for "essence", specifically kidney essence. Along with qì and shén, it is considered one of the Three Treasures of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Jīng is stored in the kidneys and is the most dense physical matter within the body and is yīn in nature, which means it nourishes, fuels, and cools the body.
Winter is the key time to build up these energy reserves that have been depleted during the busy summer schedule. Movement is also a key factor in restoring this Jing Vitality, as noted in the article "Low Back Pain & Core Strength " below.
Top 10 Ways To Restore Adrenal Jing
1. Just say NO. Limit commitments to those that are truly necessary. Give your self a vacation from over commitment.
2. Take a nap. Back when you were a small child, you were probably forced to nap, even though you felt you weren't sleepy. Then the moment your head it the mat you were out. This is the very way many over active people feel once they give themselves permission to slow down.
3. Take a round of Rhodiola (two months) from Perque or other adrenal supportive supplements from Nutri-West or Xymogen. These three companies have standardized high quality products.
4. Meditate daily for at least twenty minutes.
5. Evaluate stressful relationships and thinking patterns. Start to change these patterns of draining your reserves.
6. Enjoy a day in nature once a week. During the winter months be sure to bundle up to avoid the chill.
7. Get to bed early and enjoy nine hours of sleep consistently.
8. Have acupuncture or bodywork to relieve stress and energetically balance the body.
9. Take pantothentic acid in a B complex. And add 6000mg of mineralized, buffered ascorbic acid to your day.
10. Resolve to be happy. Smile, it builds energy.
Essential Oil Tip
Basil, when rubbed on the low back, is a great way to restore adrenals and vitality. Inhaling basil can refresh the mind and restores mental alertness, and may also sharpen your sense of smell. Also useful for fatigued or aching muscles, rub a few drops onto tense areas for relief.
We recommend "Young Living" brand therapeutic grade essential oils, which are available in our office, or here.
Low Back Pain & Core Strength
People are often mystified that they have low back pain or joint pain. There are a few very common easily managed reasons for most low back pain and other joint problems. Since over 80% of all people will have an acute episode of low back pain in their life, and over 60% of the population has some type of on-going spinal pain, it would seem important to get on board with a strategy for managing your structure……and the best strategy is specific core EXERSISES!!!!
Exercise and structural stability is often misunderstood. When a patient shows me the stretches they have been doing for their low back (or other painful area) I am happy to know they are doing something to work on stabilizing and freeing their spine, but I am often dismayed with the lack of understanding the common person 
has for stabilizing their core.
I had been doing yoga for years when I finally took a private lesson because my low back pain was aggravated each time I practiced yoga. The instructor taught me one simple focus, “Engage the core every time you bend forward.” For some reason, that had been missed in my training. And nearly every patient I have counseled in exercise has been missing this important piece as well! . Another missing piece is the use of the power house of the body……….gluts and abs.
Global Movement classes are a must for anyone wanting to take control of there body and get the most out of both their treatment and their time they spend exercising. For a happily spent hour of group instruction and $10, you will receive hands on supervision and education. These classes are for anyone and everyone. From beginners that have difficulty getting down on the floor, to those who exercise daily, you will find these simple, highly effective movements a fantastic way to loosen up, live more freely and gracefully, and increase your vitality. Both morning and evening classes are available. Please join Jonathan and/or me for a revelatory exercise experience.
Last Chance to Register for Intro to Body Memory!
Thursday, January 14 - Sunday, January 17
9:30 - 3:30 daily
At the office of Global Healing, Virginia Beach VA
Body Memory Recall (BMR) is a premier massage therapy modality that supports the natural release of protective muscle guarding, fascial restrictions and suppressed bioenergy that has accumulated from old injuries, stored emotions, stress, surgeries, abuse & trauma.
BMR is an excellent modality for every massage therapist to have in their treatment arsenal. (Class qualifies for 21 NCTMB contact hours.) Learn More.
Shed Those Extra Holiday Pounds with our Equinox Detox!
REALLY boost your vitality with a detox and by planning to join us in March for the Equinox Detox gathering and seminar! We will be focusing on weight loss this time around - with great tips and healthy advice.
Save the Weekend!
Friday, March 5 - 6:00 to 8:00 - Introductory info, open to the public free of charge. (Also Day 1 of weekend seminar, required attendance)
Saturday, March 6 - 9:00 to 4:00 - Day 2 of weekend seminar
Sunday, March 7 - 10:00 - 3:00 - Day 3 of weekend seminar.
More info on the intro gathering * More info on the weekend seminar
The Sedona Journey Retreat
The Sedona Journey is quickly approaching in May, and we've got a new video to celebrate! See what others have to say about their experiences.
We have also added a more vigorous journey to the line up, for those who joy a more active adventure.
The Sedona Journey Retreat
(hiking and climbing at a meditative pace)
May 12-15, 2010
Sedona Vision Trek; Athlete's Journey
(More rigorous hiking and climbing)
May 18-21, 2010
Journey's are $695 each, per person. Register with a friend and you both receive $100 off!
January Calendar
Hook up with us at Meetup.com to RSVP for classes, receive class e-mail reminders, and contribute your opinions! Please note: The new global movements class is now on TUESDAY nights. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Movie Nights at Global
Movie: Numen, The Nature of Plants
Next Saturday, January 9th at 5:30
"Numen is a magnificent depiction of the healing essence of plants. The filmmakers captured the magic, the mystery, the beauty of plants and their importance as herbal medicine in our contemporary health care system. Inspiring and educational, Numen has a place in the library of anyone interested in medicine, plants, gardening and earth ecology.It’s a powerful film that I’ll recommend that everyone see”
Answers your Questions: Is your healthcare safe? Is it effective? Is it sustainable? You'll hear from experts who know…
Provides You With Facts: Make your healthcare choices based on real facts. Hear from real people facing real health issues…
Inspires you with a new vision of safe, effective and sustainable medicine... learn simple confidence building steps to take control of your own healthcare!!!
See all of the upcoming movies.
Read an interesting article from this month's New York Times about the complexity of plants, how they respond to the outside world.
In "That Brussel Sprout Wishes You Wouldn't Eat It, Either. "
Recipe of the Month - Miso Soup
Miso provides a plethora of health benefits including: It is rich in immune-boosting zinc, and other important minerals such as iron, manganese and copper. It is naturally high in protein, vitamin K and vitamin B12, making it an excellent choice for vegans. It's high fiber and probiotic content make it great for digestive health, and it's also shown in several studies to block xenoestrogens.
This is only one version of miso soup. Add any vegetables you have available. (you may have to saute firmer veggies before adding.)
3 ounces dried soba noodles
2 - 4 tablespoons miso paste (to taste)
2 - 3 ounces firm tofu (2 handfuls), chopped into 1/3-inch cubes
a handful of watercress or spinach, well washed and stems trimmed
2 green onions, tops removed thinly sliced
Cook the soba noodles in salted water, drain, run cold water over the noodles to stop them from cooking, shake off any excess water and set aside.
In a medium sauce pan bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and remove from heat. Add the tofu. Pour a bit of the hot water into a small bowl and whisk in the miso paste - so it thins out (to avoid clumping). Stir this back into the pot. Taste, and then add more a bit at a time until it is to your liking. (Keeping the miso off direct heat from the stove protects probiotics)
Split the noodles between two bowls, and pour the miso broth and tofu over them. Add some watercress, green onions, cilantro, and red pepper flakes to each bowl and enjoy.
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