Clients have asked me how to maintain the changes to their body that they experienced from structural integration (SI). Common activities of modern life tend to work against maintaining the benefits of SI. Computer or desk work, being in a car and plane trips are all things that hold your body in a more-or-less fixed position and that tend to contract the body’s structure.
Read MoreIt seems like there is always some challenge or other in front of us. Even so, most of us have many things to be thankful for. Focusing on those things on just one day a year is not enough. Happiness research has shown that we need to think about what we are grateful for and things that went well on a regular basis. Are you ready to be systematic about counting your blessings?
Read MoreFall can be a busy time for many people. There are school activities and sports, putting the garden to bed and preparing the house and hearth for winter. However, I find that taking a couple hours off from dealing with the list of things I “have to” do to recharge my batteries may be more productive in the long run. Here are a few exhibits and events in November that look good to me.
Read MoreThis Tuesday is election day. I hope you plan to go to the polls. The people who show up are the ones who have a say.
Read MoreEating well is an important part of being healthy. Here is a recipe that I really enjoy and which uses seasonal produce. It is from The Food and Mood Cookbook by Elizabeth Somer and Jeannette Williams. Serve with a simple salad of mixed greens.
Read MoreI will be volunteering at a benefit on October 31 at the Ritz Theater for the Haarman family – a mom, dad and two boys who are all struggling with chronic illness. I would love to see you there.
Read MorePeople sometimes ask me what is the Rolf Method of Structural Integration? It is not a method of home remodeling or bridge building. It is a specialty kind of bodywork.
Read MoreThis is the best I have felt in years. I have had a problem with my back and leg, and hip spasms for years. I had back fusion surgery ... Barbara's work has done wonders for me.
Read MoreA recent client has been struggling for some time with upper back and shoulder pain. After only one session of the Rolf Method of Structural Integration, there was a big improvement. The client says, "I had relief immediately after your work and it is sustained. I even swam 1/2 mile tonight and feel fine."
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