Mon, Jan 16, 2017
1239 N. Country Road, Suite 1D, Stony Brook, NY 11790
631-601-6491
www.HandsOnAcupuncture.com
Enjoy our weekly wellness tip from Licensed Acupuncturist, Michael Savalli.
Winter – the coldest and darkest days of the year. Many people struggle to adapt to this season, but we at Hands On have some holistic advice for you.
Winter is a normal cycle of nature, and you’ll benefit more from working with it, than trying to fight it. Everything slows down in winter. It’s time for the earth to rest, and repair, before the burgeoning growth of spring. Likewise, it’s time for us to do the same. One way is to focus more on inward. Reading, meditation, and reconnecting with family are all great activities for this season. By winter’s end, you’ll feel rested and recharged. Ready to tackle the projects and activities of the coming year.
On the other hand, while slowing down is favorable, you don’t want to become stuck. If you tend towards being too inactive, then you’ll want to add some light activity to keep your juices flowing. Yoga, tai chi, and qi gong are all excellent ways and can be done from the comfort of your home. (Search some great youtube channels on these.)
Lastly, take some time to enjoy the beauty of the season. Notice the stars on a clear winter night. See the beauty of a sparrow on a snow-covered branch. Observing nature can be both calming, and healing if you take time to notice. We see these things often, and tend to forget that there are miracles all around, take time to look!
The passing of seasons reminds us of the constancy of change. They are symbolic of the “seasons” we go through in our lives. By harmonizing our lifestyles with them, we benefit our growth and learn to enjoy each season fully, seeing the beauty that is present, from beginning to end.
Winter solitude –
in a world of one color
the sound of win
by Matsuo Basho
Enjoy our weekly wellness tip from Licensed Acupuncturist, Michael Savalli.
Meet Michael Savalli, MSOM, L.Ac
Michael is a board certified NY State Licensed Acupuncturist, who received his Masters Degree in Oriental Medicine from New York College of Health Professions. While in this program, he also specialized in Chinese Herbal Medicine. If you or anyone you know is interested in staying healthy this season, schedule your appointment and learn how Acupuncture and herbs can boost your immunity.
631-601-6491
Caring For Cancer
Come join us in this beautiful support group and connect with others who have been or are going through treatment. We will be providing a group meditation and mini acupuncture sessions. This event is free and open to the public. Caring for Cancer meets every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7pm. Please call to reserve a seat as spaces are limited.
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In good health,
Elizabeth M. Martin, MSOM, L.Ac, LMT and the Staff at Hands on Health and Wellness