When I think of oysters my next thought is of the painting the Birth of Venus by Botticelli. A beautiful young nude woman……standing on a scallop shell. Venus, the goddess of love, beauty, and fertility. The oyster was similarly honored throughout Asia with its various components; the shell, the meat, and the pearl being valuedContinue reading “Oysters, Oyster Shells, and Pearls: Beauty, Anti-aging, and Fertility”
Author Archives: Amanda Wellman LOM
What does it mean for Autumn to be in the Metal Phase?
With the Fall Equinox we welcome Autumn Season. We start to observe in our environment a slowing down of growth. This season reflects the conclusion of the seeds we have sown, both figuratively as well as in the material world. We will spend the next months harvesting and preserving flora and fauna in preparation forContinue reading “What does it mean for Autumn to be in the Metal Phase?”
Insights on Late Summer according to Traditional Chinese Medicine
The yin-yang symbol shows us that an abundance of yin gradually turns into yang until there is an abundance of yang. Then the yang in excess starts to turn into yin and the cycle continues. We are now leaving summer, a time of exuberance and outward flowing energy. Summer is when many of us areContinue reading “Insights on Late Summer according to Traditional Chinese Medicine”
Photobiomodulation For Pain
As any of my long term clients will tell you, I am constantly learning new techniques. One of my most recent new “toys” is a Celluma FDA approved LED device. I just completed a training on working with Photobiomodulation devices, the current term being used in research with Low Level Laser Therapy or Light EmittingContinue reading “Photobiomodulation For Pain”
Teas For Fertility and Pregnancy
As Well as General Female Health and Healthier Hair
Can LED Light Therapy Help Increase Fertility?
LED Light Therapy has become popular for its effectiveness in treating acne, boosting collagen production & reducing wrinkles, as well as treating a variety of types of pain. It is believed that it does this by Enhancing mitochondrial activity & ATP production Increasing circulation Regulating inflammation According to CNY Fertility light-emitting diodes can improve fertilityContinue reading “Can LED Light Therapy Help Increase Fertility?”
10 Things to Know About Meditation Before You Start
The first thing you want to know is what is your purpose? What is your motivation? Just as there are different types of Yoga, there are different types of meditation. I first experimented with meditation in 2004 when I was 21 and living in Germany. My speech-language partner, someone I met up with weekly soContinue reading “10 Things to Know About Meditation Before You Start”
Arvigo Abdominal Therapy
The Arvigo Techniques of Mayan Abdominal Therapy are founded on an ancient Maya technique of abdominal massage. This technique is performed externally by gently guiding and supporting organs back into their optimal position, allowing for improved functioning for optimal health and wellness. Arvigo Therapy is best known for addressing misalignment or congestion in theContinue reading “Arvigo Abdominal Therapy”
Chakras and Acupuncture Points
Meridians as electromegnetic pathways that link the physical and emotional systems
Change Your Relationship With Grief
I don’t remember Springs being this rainy. I tend to think of them as being such an enlivening joyful time. Yet, this Spring I’m aware of people around me facing a number of challenges. It has me thinking of shadowwork. There are a number of interpretations on what constitutes shadowwork. I understand it as lookingContinue reading “Change Your Relationship With Grief”
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