
“Know thyself”, we are told, but how?
Do you have clarity in how you go about things, in your daily tasks, your movements, your thinking? Or are you like most people at the mercy of your reactions, a prisoner of your habits. These can be habits of thought, of posture, and of personality. They are more honestly called your idiosyncrasies or eccentricities. And not all of them are endearing or helpful. You may like to think that this is what makes you you, but these habits get in your way of being fully true to yourself.
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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
EDMR is a scientifically researched and proven method to treat post-traumatic stress. It is a form of integrative psychotherapy that uses a variety of different techniques and elements from other various treatments.
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Online Personal Trainer
Online Personal Training Many people who hear of Online Personal Training may find the concept bizarre – isn’t exercise supposed to be done away from the computer? The answer – not necessarily. The internet offers us a wide variety of opportunities and exercise has become one of them. An Online Personal Trainer is somebody who films classes and makes them available on the internet for people to follow along from the comfort of their own home. When it comes to choosing to follow a personal trainer online, there are a wide variety of benefits
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Risks and rewards of bariatric surgery
Bariatric surgery, otherwise known as weight loss surgery, is an umbrella term referring to a broad range of possible surgeries for patients who are obese. Bariatric surgery is seen as a last resort for those who have tried all other conventional weight loss techniques, such as specialised diet plans, medication, exercise and more. When these techniques prove ineffective, bariatric surgery becomes a solution for many whose obesity becomes life-threatening.
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Alexander Technique
The Alexander Technique The Alexander Technique is a method that was created to ultimately change the way we perform every day activities. The Alexander Technique puts forward the idea that changing the way we feel about thoughtless activities such as walking, sitting or even standing. As children, we had to learn to do these things using concentration and effort. In adulthood, however, we lose that sense of being present in our actions. The Alexander Technique aims to create a presence and an intellectual involvement in all areas of activity.
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Microneedling Myths Debunked: Separating Fact from Fiction
Is microneedling painful? Unsafe? Ineffective for darker skin tones? Let’s bust these myths! Explore the science and benefits of this transformative skin treatment and learn why it’s a safe, effective choice for achieving glowing, healthy skin.
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What is Bowen Therapy? An Introduction to This Gentle Healing Technique
Bowen Therapy offers a gentle, effective approach to healing that focuses on the body’s innate ability to restore balance and well-being.
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Remedial Massage
There are two broad types of massage - remedial massage and relaxation massage. Remedial Massage of a form of massage that is used for patients who are suffering from chronic pain or muscle tension. This form of massage is used specifically to find the source of the problem and to address it accordingly. Your remedial massage therapist will conduct a few tests to assess what exactly is causing discomfort or pain in your body.
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An introduction to the Bowen technique
The Bowen technique is named after Thomas Ambrose Bowen and is an alternative form of physical therapy that was developed in the 1970s. The technique has acquired a variety of alternative names, such as Fascial Kinetics, Integrated Bowen Therapy, or Smart Bowen.
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Coming up vegan
Vegan options are seen more and more on everyday menus and new vegan restaurants have opened their doors throughout the city. Defining a vegan diet would be as follows: A type of vegetarian diet that excludes meat, dairy products, eggs and honey, but includes a wide variety of plant foods. Reasons for ‘going vegan’ include avoiding the killing and suffering of animals, and the killing of wildlife for profits.
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What is Muscle Testing? A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding This Diagnostic Tool
Whether you’re seeking to uncover food sensitivities, identify emotional blocks, or simply improve your overall health, muscle testing can provide a unique perspective on your well-being.
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Reflexology
If you're feeling out of kilter, don't know why or what about, let your feet reveal the answer, find the sore spot, work it out. EUNICE INGHAM, physical therapist
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Why You Should See an Audiologist: The Key Benefits of Regular Hearing Check-Ups
Our hearing is essential to our overall well-being, from staying connected to loved ones to protecting our mental and cognitive health.
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Anusara Yoga
Anusara partakes in a non-dual Tantric philosophy, meaning that their teachings revolve around the idea that there can only be good, and that goodness knows no opposite
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Telemedicine and the Future of General Practice: What Patients Need to Know
Telemedicine is changing how South Africans access General Practitioners, offering convenience, cost savings, and better healthcare accessibility. Learn how virtual consultations, AI, and smart technology are shaping the future of general practice while improving patient care and efficiency.
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The benefits and basics of Classical Pilates
Classical Pilates is strictly defined as a form of exercise that incorporates techniques from the originator of Pilates himself, Joseph Pilates. In classical Pilates, only those movements designed by Joseph Pilates are included in the workout session. Non-classical Pilates often incorporates movements and exercises from other physical therapy disciplines, such as yoga.
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Moksha Reiki
A year ago if someone told me I would be a reiki practitioner, I would have said they lost their mind. I had heard about it but had no interest in it.
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