Inner Soulstice Wellness Health and Movement Studio
864 Schooner Dr. # 108, Ventura, CA
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Spring Wisdom- Ancient, Intuitive Life Hacks for Good Health {2018}

SPRING IS HERE! TUNE IN TO WHAT'S GOING ON!
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-I'm going to be a doctor! What?!
-Spring Wisdom, Get a healthy start with these ancient, intuitive life hacks.
-Class Discount for Social Workers, Teachers, and Veterans

"The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest {her} patients in the care of the human frame, diet and in the cause and prevention of disease." ~ Thomas A. Edison

{That's me!!! I've always loved this quote....}
Happy Spring! I had a wonderful one-on-one movement session this past Sunday. In trade for the tips and techniques specific to her mischief, she got to listen to me talk a mile a minute about my future ambition of becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy. It's going to be quite an exciting journey, though not by any means easy. Do I ever do easy anyway? I'm going to need your help, that's for sure. I really believe in community and that each of us have a Light to shine. This is me shining mine, empowering you to live well and be well, and doing my best to bring you great health care. I don't know it all but I strive to help people discern truths and uncover the mysteries about aging gracefully without unnecessary pharmaceuticals and surgeries. Will you help me continue my message of whole body healing and injury/disease prevention? I need and want to get these offerings at my studio fully attended and turn this baby of mine into a well-oiled, spinning wheel before I start my DPT program at USC next summer. Visit our website for a schedule of our upcoming events. Here's a tip: download these beautiful flier pics to your phone and pass them along in a text or social media. Join us for a class, too, and please don't forget to tell a friend- several people, in fact! I have lots of things in store for our lovely Ventura community, which I'm so lucky to call my home. Thank you in advance and, seriously, BIG HUG. Oh! Read onward for more info about my discount for social workers, teachers and Veterans.
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Spring Wisdom

by Jared Madsen, re-posted from Shen Yun Performing Arts

According to ancient Chinese medicine and philosophy, everything in the world around us can be categorized as belonging to one of the Five Elements—metal, wood, water, fire, and earth. In Chinese, the term for the Five Elements is Wu Xing, which more accurately translates as “the five movements.” These elements are constantly moving and evolving, just like the human body and the seasons.

Spring, which is now upon us, is associated with the element of wood. Just as plants sprout and bloom, for humans, too, spring is a time of growth. In the West, we talk about spring cleaning, and Chinese also see spring as a time for removing the old and replacing it with the new. Spring is a time of movement and activity.

Springtime, and the element wood, are both associated with the liver. The liver cleanses the body and removes toxins, and so this is a good time to clean up our diets and work off any excess weight put on during the winter.

Five Ancient Lifehacks for Spring:

1. Sprouts and Vinegar

In the winter we focused on eating warmer, cooked foods, but in spring we can start to incorporate sprouts and green leafy vegetables into our diets. These help the liver detoxify, and also give us a light dose of wood energy. Sour is the flavor representing wood, so we want to add things like lemons and vinegar to our salads. Vegan Thai Spring Roll Recipe

2. Just Let it Go

Just as the liver removes toxins from the body, it also deals with emotions—especially anger. To avoid energy stagnation that can exacerbate anger and other negative emotions, we need to take good care of our livers. Aside from vigorous physical activity, which helps course the liver’s energy and aids in soothing emotions, we can also do slow-moving exercises and meditation. This, too, will allow the body’s energy to flow uninterrupted. Learn Qigong

3. Don’t Look

According to the Chinese medicine and the Five Elements, liver energy is connected to the health of the eyes. This is one reason why allergies and tearing happen more frequently in the spring. We want to make sure not to overuse our eyes and to let them rest, so be sure to take frequent eye breaks, especially if you’re in front of a computer a lot. Delve into stone medicine and crystals that support eye health and more.

4. Stretch

Tendons are also related to the liver and spring. So in addition to being active, we should stretch and work the tendons. This will put a spring in our step. Join me Mondays at 9 a.m. for delicious yoga!

5. Creative Burst

Just as spring is bursting with energy and we become more physically active, we don’t want to forget to exercise our minds as well. Spring is a great time to be creative. If you were looking for a good time to write a novel or create that great work of art, spring might be the season that will give you those extra creative juices you were thirsting for. Nothing juicier than our Wise Women's Council. We truly simmer in our collective energies!

By following these simple ancient rules, we can have a more active and exciting spring and, at the same time, prepare ourselves for the joy of summer soon to come. Be sure to catch our summer lifehack in a few months.

These opinions are presented for general interest, not as medical guidelines.

 
Upcoming Classes, Events and

Wellness Workshops

Yoga Foundations & Movement Lab with Ayn

Mondays
9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Join me as we explore the body and basic asanas (poses) that protect and strengthen your joints so that you move with ease and joy. We'll cover a range of tissue issues and your favorite aches and how to move through them to become more flexible, stable, and pain-free.
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Core De Force

Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Join us 3 days a week for the newest kickboxing workout around! CORE DE FORCE LIVE: Total Body Transformation Series.
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Wise Women's Council

Saturday, April 7
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

In this inter-generational gathering we open a healing vortex of love, compassion and collaboration where possibilities and new beginnings are sown. In this space we honor the Wise Woman within and declare our commitment to the transformations awaiting us!
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Reiki Drumming Healing Meditation

April 14 & Every 2nd Saturday
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

We invite you to land and get comfortable. Take this hour to surrender to your mat and allow the vibrations of the Native American drum take you on a healing journey.
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The Healing Art of Qi Gong for Increased Health & Longevity

Saturday, April 28
3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Millions of people around the world practice Qigong daily to to improve their health and combat stress. In this seminar participants will learn how to use Qigong methods to prevent and mitigate disease and promote longevity. We encourage one and all, including LMTs, yoga practitioners, RNs and MDs.
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Yoga for a Healthy Body: Roots to Hips

Saturday, May 5
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Hesitant to practice yoga because of instability or an injury? Have you hurt yourself "doing" yoga? I strive to release you of those insecurities by brining you knowledgeable and skilled practitoners in an intimate setting where you can truly be a student. How do you want to move in your body?
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Crystal Healing 101/ Advanced Crystal Healing

Saturday, April 29
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. /
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Register for one or both. These courses guide you through the use of stone medicine for healing, energizing your passions, assisting your goals and manifesting. We encourage one and all, including LMTs, yoga practitioners, RNs and MDs.

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Demystifying Sound Healing

Saturday, May 19
3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

In this lecture/workshop about music and healing, Dr. Kim will cover the ancient myths and legends relating to sound and the modern day use of music as therapy for a variety of maladies. Participants will also learn practical sounds for healing and balance. We encourage one and all, including LMTs, yoga practitioners, RNs and MDs.
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