I'm grateful that all of my patients are my 'ideal' patient. I'm not looking for a fan base, just folks who show up and pay on time, do their homework, and are consistent with their care. Although I'm grateful for my testimonials, the other things I listed are what keep my doors open. ❤ I am lucky to be able to share this medicine at any time, but especially now.
One of my favorite modalities :)
https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/health-science/gua-sha-scraping-of-back-is-said-to-relieve-pain-and-ease-other-medical-problems/2012/09/24/2515229c-cf9a-11e1-8e56-dffbfbe1bd20_story.html
WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Gua sha: Scraping of back is said to relieve pain and ease other medical problems
YOUTUBE.COM
Emotional Healing in China (Heiner Fruehauf)
Craniosacral Therapy Educational Trust
27 May at 01:32 ·
<3 Thank you, Phiona Gitsham!
Phiona Gitsham
12 September at 21:40 ·
My heart goes out to all of you on the west coast. ❤️❤️❤️
Here’s my smoke protection list ~ please take care out there. Pictured is one of my stash of Electrolytini recipes to hydrate thirst & help protect your health against smoky free radicals with antioxidants.
Vitamin C
Liposomal Glutathione / or NAc
Electrolytes (recipe below)
Pears (hydrate dry lungs, see recipe)
B1 (thiamin)
Vitamin E
Vitamin D
Oxygen cans (periodic boosts)
Good quality water (extra for flushing kidneys and livers that are working harder due to smoke. Smoke really troubles the liver and lungs)
Chinese herbal formulas (for inspiration or modification):
Sang Xing Tang
Zeng Ye Tang
Sha Shen Mai Dong Tang
🌿🌸❤️
~
Lovelovelove
BLOG.MYFITNESSPAL.COM
Research Indicates the Promise of Acupuncture For Weight Loss | Weight Loss | MyFitnessPal
Good morning! I have a cameo in a documentary (my friend @Lis Ani is on the cover). We have been part of the organization Sisters of Salaam Shalom and this film beautifully describes how it began and how it moves forward peace and reconciliation between the Jewish and Muslim communities. Participating in this group has been one of the most fulfilling and eye-opening experiences I've had in my life. Lis Ani and another friend (and acupuncture colleage) @Rachel Cook are both featured in the film.
Stranger Sister Documentary
October 5 at 4:46 PM ·
We’re thrilled to announce our film festival premiere at Chagrin Documentary Film Festival! #HATECANTSTOPASISTERHOOD #CDFF20
Some easy exercises to do to strengthen the neck and tighten the jawline. Helpful for increasing bone density and posture. And preventing neck aches and headaches.
https://www.healthline.com/health/fitness-exercise/jawline-exercises#how-they-help
HEALTHLINE.COM
Jawline Exercises: 5 Moves for Definition
Heather Vandeburg
October 1 at 8:33 PM ·
Check out what the different colors of cupping marks mean.
Consider scheduling a session with your local acupuncturist after tonight's debate. 😇😪❤
BUZZFEEDNEWS.COM
The First Debate Between Trump And Biden Was A Stressful, Chaotic Trash Fire
LaTosha Starr
September 14 at 10:30 AM ·
Thissssssssssssssssssssss
https://www.sciencealert.com/daycares-in-finland-built-a-backyard-forest-and-it-changed-children-s-immune-systems
SCIENCEALERT.COM
Daycares in Finland Built a 'Forest Floor', And It Changed Children's Immune Systems
I'm at Pulling Down the Moon today working with patients going through fertility treatment. Sometimes the treatments create heightened emotional states. It's tough especially during election season and the pandemic, and now damp, dark and colder weather conditions. Here is a gentle reminder that trying to argue with one's own or another's emotions is as futile as shaking one's fist at the weather. Remember that this too shall pass. We can't argue fall into summer, and so we can't turn sadness into joy like flipping a switch. We are not robots. We only need to wait.
Remedies for strong emotions are deep breaths, a good cry, and/or a long walk. Acupuncture also takes the edge off the side effects of fertility meds. It can help with seasonal changes, moods, and aches and pains that come with these conditions.
Also, the shift into Autumn is what we consider a transitional season. The word Shao Yang means 'half in and half out'. In Autumn, we are grieving the loss of summer and preparing for the dark cold of winter. Summer's primary emotion is Joy and Autumn's primary emotion is Grief. There is a beautiful poignancy and wistfulness of this season as we watch the leaves change and fall off the trees. If you are feeling sadness or grief right now, you are not alone. Maybe watch a tearjerker film and have a good cleansing cry.
(I also recommend comedy for similar reasons. Let me know if you need any recommendations to laugh or to cry!)
The song Gatekeeper by Feist expresses for me the ambivalence with this particular seasonal shift and the melancholy that comes with. Be well, and be sad if need be. There is medicine in these changing emotions. Enjoy this beautiful song and lyrics here. Love, Me.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BmyG8NjFqoI
YOUTUBE.COM
Feist - Gatekeeper (Lyrics)
Loss of smell is common with Covid19 but it can also be a sign of other things. Loss of smell is common in men and can indicate Zinc deficiency which can lead to prostate issues, dementia and other conditions.
https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/a-poor-sense-of-smell-might-matter-more-than-you-thought-2019061816857?fbclid=IwAR3f_JoxYQ4Xx-hwIHbzmrHw86sHiZ_eAlw5RRcddIOzCo5CrYfxXI1muQk
HEALTH.HARVARD.EDU
A poor sense of smell might matter more than you thought - Harvard Health Blog
Good morning! At Heartwood Center, and having a conversation with a beloved patient about the attractiveness of Ted Bundy and the 'normalness' of his family. The veil is definitely thin today! Happy pre-Halloween!
Original artwork by Paige Peter.
https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2020/12/28/948936133/still-disinfecting-surfaces-it-might-not-be-worth-it?utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=npr&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_term=nprnews
NPR.ORG
Still Disinfecting Surfaces? It Might Not Be Worth It
I love what Savitree Kaur Doppelt wrote. ❤
HEALEDLOVEDFED.COM
11 Guidelines for Spiritual Parenting
Thank you Rabab Al-Amin. for posting this.
THEATLANTIC.COM
The Mysterious Link Between COVID-19 and Sleep
😇
I also found this wonderful review on my Yelp page today. ❤
"I've been seeing Lisa Meyerson for a few months now and I love how we click. She's super personable and friendly. I've had over a dozen sessions with her and she has helped me overcome a host of issues I've struggled to deal with for a very long time like my insomnia and bronchitis.
"She's also great at recommending supplements and herbs to help boost my immunity during this crazy winter season. I schedule with her when I'm dealing with a nagging problem or when I am in dire need of stress relief. Lisa has a knack for sensing these things and knows how to keep me calm to let me know that everything will be alright.
"At her facility, Lisa always takes her time to get to know her patients. You are a name and not a number. She cares about what you are going through not just physically, but mentally and tailors a personalized treatment plan on a holistic level.
"Every time I leave her facility, I feel at peace with myself, feeling relaxed and reinvigorated. Looking back, it was the best move I could make to enhance my overall health and well-being.
"I've experienced the following complementary treatments with my acupuncture like Gua Sha, Reiki and Electro acupuncture; all have helped me in some way to revitalize and restore my (Qi or Chi) energy.
"Not only is Lisa an experienced licensed acupuncturist but I also found out that she's an astrologer! I own a few astrology books and was always interested in the field. A few weeks ago, I purchased an hour long personal natal chart reading from Lisa done on Zoom. It was truly an eye opening experience and she went into great detail about my personality and delved into the many planetary facets that make up who I am. My personalized reading also gave me insight into how the planets are going to affect me in the year ahead which I found to be very fascinating.
"Lastly, patient safety and health is the utmost concern at this time. She is very fastidious in keeping her treatment room sanitary and she requires all patients to wear a mask as she too wears one. Temperature screens are done at the entrance and the extra precautionary measures made me feel safe overall.
"Parking is plentiful in the free lot next door and her hours are accommodating to the 9-5 folk on select weekdays and weekends. I highly recommend her if you need acupuncture or if you are into astrology."
https://www.yelp.com/biz/lisa-meyerson-evanston?osq=acupuncture
YELP.COM
Lisa Meyerson, L.Ac - Chicago, IL
Having a very retrograde mercury day today. Taking the time to relax, review and reassess. I'm auditing insurance billing today and connecting with patients via email. Great day to look back and make sure everyone's needs are met and all ducks are in a row. Have a great day!
Please come in for a special Jewish Space Laser treatment. I'm in network with most insurances.
CONCORDAEROSPACE.COM
JEWISH SPACE LASER ACTIVATION PANEL (2 OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM)
Great video about the groundbreaking work that the Black Panthers did to promote community healthcare, including acupuncture.
https://www.kindredacupuncture.com/news-1/2019/2/21/black-panthers-healthcare-acupuncture-and-community-self-reliance-1
KINDREDACUPUNCTURE.COM
Black Panthers: Healthcare, acupuncture and community self-reliance. — KINDRED
It's okay to stop. ❤
M o z a r t
January 23 at 11:55 AM ·
✨🙏🏽💜 sometimes it’s ok to hit a wall—
I love my friend HillaryScharmann and highly recommend her doula services.
Hillary Scharmann
January 26 at 10:00 AM ·
Today marks my NINE year doula-versary!!!! 🎉 I CANNOT believe I’ve been doing this for almost a decade. 😲 That’s 112 births and 32 postpartum families served. To celebrate I’m sharing some highlights from my Heart, Birth & Baby career thus far!
It has truly been an honor to work with such amazing clients and mentors. THANK YOU to everyone who has supported me along this journey. I am so grateful. Our community has evolved so much since I began and it is exciting and refreshing to witness. To many more years of supporting new families during big transitions!
💖
ALLIN.ILLINOIS.GOV
