Category Archives: Self-Care

Happy “Give Yourself to Love” Day!

Posted on February 7, 2015 by

“You must give yourself to love, if love is what you’re after. Open up your hearts to the tears and laughter, And give yourself to love, give yourself to love.” These lyrics are from a song by Kate Wolf. Click … Continue reading →

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Four ways to keep stress away

Posted on January 15, 2015 by

Great thoughts from a fellow body worker: Four ways to keep stress away.

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From Massage to Self-Care

Posted on August 15, 2014 by

How did my practice expand from massage to self-care support, since my training and certifications are in bodywork? This came gradually, through the needs of my clients.(Some of whom have been part of my practice for over a decade.) We … Continue reading →

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What is Chi Running?

Posted on July 30, 2014 by

 “I’d love to start running, but my knees…” So, let’s talk about injury-free running. It is possible, using a gentle form called Chi Running. This practice combines a forward lean, neutral arm swing, mid-foot strike, and engaging the core, to … Continue reading →

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SF Marathon Self-Care All-Stars

Posted on July 28, 2014 by

A 70-year-old client, who ran a marathon for the first time A 30-year-old friend, a veteran marathoner, who had to withdraw the day before, due to illness My client made the completion of this goal a birthday gift. She was … Continue reading →

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Fear of Failure or Fear of Action?

Posted on July 25, 2014 by

Let’s be clear: It’s not fear of failure that keeps most people stuck. It’s fear of action, any action. I’m writing about stubborn inaction, rather than pausing, or taking a legitimate time-out. It takes courage to admit inaction, if we … Continue reading →

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“Each time you judge yourself, you break your own heart.”

Posted on May 24, 2014 by

Thought for the Day: “My beloved child, break your heart no longer. Each time you judge yourself, you break your own heart. You stop feeding on the love which is the wellspring of your vitality. The time has come. Your … Continue reading →

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