Jane Hayes RAc

Sounds far fetched but there's a connection. Water is@the material by which blood pressure is regulated by the kidney and adrenal gland. If you're not drinking enough water and you have anxiety or panic attacks, you might need to be drinking more. Water quality matters and clean, clear filtered water is best.

But there's more to it. Being in nature and being near water has a calming effect on the nervous system. Floating in water (if you are capable and safe), can transform you. If you know and love any surfers, you know that they need water to feel happy and whole. Swimming can feel pretty devine when you do it regularly and any water sports you enjoy can be just as good.

And finally - there's the connection between water and the subconscious. Water is the symbol of psychological transformation. In water, as in our minds, we can both seek and hide. Spending time in and around water can really change your perspective.

If you're feeling under water or overwhelmed, acupuncture can help. Get started feeling better today.

Maybe if we could figure out the Acupuncture meridians on tulips we could keep them alive longer as well. But seriously, Acupuncture is legendary at both restoring the body's natural balance and putting you into a relaxed 'rest and digest' state. If you've been living from stressful moment to stressful moment all day long, you probably forgot what that's like. Here are some helpful ways to increase the 'rest and digest' portion of your day to 40%.
1 - eating hygiene. Cook all your meals at home and make a ritual out of meal time whenever possible. Cooking for yourself and family is excellent self care time. Smell the food as it's cooking and give the body a chance to prepare for all of its deliciousness. Keep all screens off and out of reach at mealtime (extra credit for leaving them on silent).
2 - sleep hygiene. Shut everything down two hours before bed including phones and screens, bright lights, and maybe even the wifi? Read a book that's paper. Talk with your family or call friends you miss and have been thinking about. Sleep in complete blackout darkness with no phones in the bedroom. Tell your friends you go 'off line at 9'. Then do it!
3 - take breaks even when you don't think you need them. A walk at lunchtime or gentle stretching of those tired sitting muscles remind your body that you know it has needs and you are listening to what it is messaging to you.
4 - ask for help! When you're feeling bad, sick, lonely, tired, stressed, sleepless, or just not yourself, get some help! Acupuncture is amazing but of course do what feels right for you at that moment. Meditation, yoga, pranayama, deep breathing, prayer, and gentle movement like qigong and taichi are all helpful but only you know what works for you. Create your coping strategy and don't hesitate to use it.

If you have a few minutes, please check out the amazing new website from Ohana Wellness Clinic. https://ohanawellnessclinic.com/acupuncture/

If you're inspired to try Acupuncture, I'm at Ohana on Thursdays and Sundays. https://ohanawellness.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/39

Client after client is coming to clinic due to unrelenting anxiety, insomnia, and feeling stressed. This group of symptoms is often a product of the environment we find ourselves trying to navigate. If my clients are new to acupuncture, they are often pleasantly surprised to start feeling better after they have acupuncture.

I've added a whole new neighbourhood by joining Mindful Maelstrom on Tuesdays in Queen West! Take advantage of the free consultation option or take the plunge and make an appointment. We can bill your insurance directly if you have that, so there's one less thing to worry about. Book now and get some self care which you definitely deserve!
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