~~~ As I write out this latest essay, Marvin Gaye’s classic song, “Where are We Going” seems to be winding its way through my mind, bringing up memories and, simultaneously, pointing my nose forward. As those of you who follow my blog know, I’m tying up the loose ends of my 4.5-year-long program in Chinese … Continue reading Tui na Treatment or Acupuncture: Which is Best for You? (Three Points to Ponder)
~~~ Tui na is still a bit of secret here in Austin, TX but people who know what it is tend to love it. Gua sha is even more of a hidden jewel. But each of these Chinese medical treasures can help you heal from varying ailments, they can also be part of an integrative … Continue reading Gua Sha & Tui Na: Two Healing Practices That Two Hearts Wellness Clients Love
~~~~~ Attitude is everything as a philosophy is, let’s face it, a bit of a motivational cliché. It’s easy to have a great attitude when things are going your way. Have you been hit by tragedy or are you in a truly grave circumstance? Well, if you have it in you to create and maintain … Continue reading Attitude is Everything: How to Avoid Speeding Tickets, Bypass Road Rage, and Have a Great Day Even When Things are Chaotic
~~~~~ Does the holiday season start for you at Halloween or at Thanksgiving? (Or even later, like on December 20th, and only with great reluctance?) And what, for that matter, does the holiday season mean for you? For me, holiday season starts at more or less in late November. I love the holiday traditions surrounding … Continue reading Holiday Stress and Staying Sane: Tactics, Strategy, Sass, and Flair
~~~~~ One of my favorite things about being the face of Two Hearts Wellness is the sense that I have a duty towards the readers of my blog. One does not wish to be boring or self-serving. Rather, one aspires to charm, to fascinate, and to share worthy information, thoughts, and experiences on not just … Continue reading Heritage Boot, Elvis Costello, the Art of Narrative (Stories, Songs, and the Best Boots in Texas)
Have you ever wondered what Chinese medicine can do to keep you radiant, healthy, and looking your best? Do you want to discover ways to combine spa benefits with Asian beauty practices? Look no further… Continue reading Two Hearts Wellness and the Art of the Face: Tui Na, Spa, & Medi-Spa for Beauty and Facial Rejuvenation
~~~~~ As you probably already know by now, I am a holistic wellness health coach and an Asian bodywork therapist (traditional Chinese-style, which includes tui na to cupping, moxa, gua sha, and ear seeds). I’m also a practicing Chinese medicine intern on the home stretch towards graduation. Then I’ll be a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist … Continue reading How’s Your Digestion? Two Hearts Wellness Gives You The Straight Poop on … Well, You Know
~~~~~ I’m a latecomer to Facebook and I had a pretty standard routine on my personal page once I started. Cute pictures of baby bats, Italian fashion and/or things that are just a little dark and edgy, clothes-wise, plus of course social justice commentary were my three primary post subjects if I think back. … Continue reading Two Hearts Wellness on Facebook: Seeing Flowers, Letting Go
~~~~~ Cupping. What is it? Who can it help? And who practices it most? Cupping has been around for centuries and it is a staple treatment in most acupuncturists’ and Asian bodywork therapists’ repertoire. But that sigh you heard early on in the 2016 Olympics? That would be the traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) world’s collective … Continue reading Cupping: From Michael Phelps to You, Today
~~~~~ Personal trainers are a familiar aspect of the fitness-wellness landscape. Everyone has heard of them and quite a few of us have worked with one. But what about health coaches? Ever since I become certified as a health coach I have found that people do not really know what health coaches do or why … Continue reading Health Coach? Personal Trainer? (Which, What, When, and Why)
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