wellBeing Learning Center
My passion is to help people grow in their understanding of wellness and to walk in partnership to support their health in daily life. Healing comes from within. Life is a gift. Each of us can choose to take on life practices, to create movement to heal Body, Mind and Spirit, and to sustain wellbeing.
How can Acupuncture help?
The World Health Organization recognizes Acupuncture’s ability to treat many common disorders including and not limited to:Respiratory Disorders: allergies, sinusitis, asthma, bronchitis and emphysema Disorders of the Bones, Muscles, Joints and Nervous System:...
What is Classical Acupuncture?
For thousands of years the ancient Chinese recognized a vital energy behind all life forms and life processes. This energy is called Qi (chi). Acupuncture is based on this healing system. Our body is made up of over 70% water. Think of your body like an ocean with...
Integrative Nutrition & Life Choices for Health & Wellness
I am looking out at gently swaying trees as mullet jump and an osprey circles the sky. Nature continues its rhythm yet our world has changed. The presence of coronavirus in our community brings great challenges. As we continue to support each other and the world...
The Kidney Official
We are in a time where our daily life moves around a word – Coronavirus. The unknown and fear can shake our very foundation. In the healing wisdom of Five Element Acupuncture, the classics speak of twelve Organ Officials. Each has responsibility and distinct...
Frankincense, “Heaven’s Pure Light”
Frankincense has connected ancient cultures like Babylon, Egypt, Syria, Greece and Rome in a tapestry of rich history. It was one of the gifts the Wise Men brought to the Christ Child. It was and still is used in ceremonial, meditational and medicinal practices....
Basil… a gift from the gods
Family: Labiatae or Lamiaceae Genus and species: Ocimum basilicum, O. sanctum Also known as: Sweet basil, St. Josephwort Noteworthy: There are different kinds of basils found across the world, such as Lemon Basil and Tai Basil. Tulsi Holy Basil-Ocimum tenuiforum,...
March at the Punta Gorda Civic Association
My friends up north are getting an ear-full as I talk about our lovely winter temperature and evening swims under the moon and stars. Looking up at our night sky I believe anything is possible! I am truly enjoying being part of Punta Gorda’s vibrant and friendly...
A Thought to Ponder