The Tree of Life Acupuncture

Healing involves discomfort. But so is refusing to heal. And over time, refusing to heal is always more painful.” — Resmaa Menakem

“I am not what happened to me. I am what I choose to become.” — Carl Jung

Have you felt the shift? Late summer is upon us, marked by muggy weather and afternoon thunderstorms. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, late summer is one of the five major seasons, connected to the nurturing Earth element. This season which starts mid-August and lasts until the Fall Equinox, is a powerful time for self nurturing and transformation, as nature prepares for the harvest. During late summer, the Stomach and Spleen are energetically active, influencing digestion and overall well-being. When these organs are in harmony, you will experience better digestion and energy. Imbalances can lead to nausea, bloating, weight gain or fatigue. Just as Earth sustains all life, a balanced digestive system supports both physical and emotional health, laying the foundation for lifelong wellness. Come in for a seasonal tune-up so you can transition into the Fall with ease.

Happy summer! Through the lens of Chinese Medicine, we’ve entered the season of the heart❤️. During summer we may feel more energized, so try waking up earlier and going to bed later, and take a break at the height of the heat of the day. Socialize with people who bring you joy, make time to play, experience life and go on an adventure or two, but be sure to balance it with plenty of water, downtime and self care-acupuncture anyone!? Melissa will be out of the office beginning Monday,7/1 and she will resume seeing folks on Tuesday, 7/16. She still has availability this week for seasonal tune-ups and mid afternoon acupuncture naps! TheTreeOfLifeAcupuncture.com

I will be at Arcane Mercantile this Friday (113 Minnesota Ave, Bend, Oregon), June 7th from 5-8pm offering free ear seed treatments. Stop by and say hi and shop for crystals, jewelry and beautiful sundries curated by Lindsey Boone. Her new shop is gorgeous.

I’d like to recognize the poignancy of this day for so many: May you be grounded and nourished by Mother Earth, may you hold yourself in compassion. May you cradle your inner child and give them whatever they’re lacking. May you find peace in the present moment. I am sending you all so much love. Happy mothering day to you💐

Shen Men is a point that is used to calm the spirit and aid with deep sleep. In Chinese Medicine, the ear has over 90 acupuncture points for specific points in the body. Ear seeds are used for pain relief and treatment of many disorders including insomnia, depression, anxiety, obesity, allergies and addictions.

Following the intense energy brought by the solar eclipse, now is the time to rest, reset your nervous system and heal your mind, body, and spirit ☁️

Ask about cupping at your next appointment. It is a technique for increasing blood flow which is great for muscle recovery and tension.

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Have you tried ear seeds before? They are small gold seeds that are placed on acupuncture points in the ear with adhesive and can last for weeks.

The Shenmen point is located on the Heart Meridian and is used to calm the mind and spirit. It is beneficial for anxiety, stress, insomnia, inflammation, muscle tension, and more.

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✨ Offerings include Acupuncture, Guided Meditation, Herbal Medicine, Energy Healing, Cupping, and more

The Tree of Life Acupuncture offers a tapestry of benefits for mind, body, and spirit ✨

Your unique life deserves dedicated care, and I am here to support you with expertise, compassion, and a commitment to treating you as a divine individual, instead of a grouping of symptoms.

I invite you to embark on a path of healing and transformation.

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Let's talk about LOVE, baby! After all, isn't the frequency of love what it's all about?
My life's work revolves around guiding folks back to themselves. Proactively practicing self-love means prioritizing your physical, mental, and emotional well-being by engaging in activities that nourish and support you.
Let's tap into your energy of self- love and healing.
I can help!

Happy Lunar New Year! We are bidding farewell to the year of the yin water rabbit, and we are entering into the year of the yang wood dragon. The dragon stands apart in the Chinese zodiac cycle, not just because of its mythical nature but also due to the profound significance it holds. The dragon is a creature of legend, which elevates it's status, making it a symbol of immense power, authorty and wisdom. Expect it to be a big year. The dragon is often seen as a harbinger of transformation. Old patterns will be challenged and new paths will certainly emerge. The dragon represents power, strength, wisdom, creativity, and good fortune. The wood element adds an extra layer of growth and movement to this year. Wood dragons are resourceful and resilient. Their imagination knows no bounds and they thrive when they are able to express themselves in a creative manner.
Accelerated changes to the environment are likely to occur on a grander scale during a dragon year.
While this year is a very yang year, it also is the beginning of a 20 year shift in the zodiac cycle towards a more yin or feminine epoch. Known as Period 9 in Feng Shui, this new era of fire is associated with the heart, the inner light, the middle sister- which translates to the middle aged woman. Period 9 is often associated with passion, warmth, enthusiasm, introspection and receptivity.
We can expect to see more women taking leadership roles within their communities and professionally. There will be a departure from the patriarchal way of thinking.
Finding your inner joy and practicing rituals that include movement and artistic expression will benefit you. Eat leafy greens and sour foods. Expect emotions to surface and deal with them as they arise. Cultivate meaningful relationships. Be a beacon of light for those who could benefit from what you have to offer. Be in circle with other women. 🤍
There is always a little yin within the yang, they are mutually interdependent.
Take advantage of the big opportunities for growth, abundance, and rebirth that the dragon year brings. Meanwhile, shine your light, dance in the moonlight and enjoy the ride.

I love water. I certainly love walking near it and taking dips in it!

Why Walk Along Water? | Weekly Bulletins | Andrew Weil, M.D. Looking to boost your mood? Researchers in Spain found an effective and appealing strategy. They recorded improvements in the well-being of adults who took short walks on the beach or alongside lakes, rivers or even around fountains. How did these water walks compare to strolls elsewhere? Read on to...

This time-lapse video proves maternity leave is not a ‘vacation’—it’s essential The reality of maternity leave video shows the incredibly hard and demanding role of a mother who is on leave but never off the clock.

So simple, but so true.

I have found all of these supplements to be helpful for those dealing with PCOS. I also believe acupuncture, nutrition and stress management are important components to add into the treatment of PCOS.

I thought of these words from again as we gear up to begin Crushing Codependency on April 6th. Truths unspoken to avoid external chaos become truths stored within our bodies causing internal chaos.⁠
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But yet, even knowing the cost of silence, which our personal and collective history has in abundance, we hold our unspoken words inside our hearts as they inflame our bodies. Why? Because when self-expression threatens belonging, belonging wins... until it doesn't. Until the cost of belonging becomes so heavy with self-abandonment that our either our health or our integrity (or both) invites us to scream from the rooftops in an act of both rebellion and reclamation.⁠
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One of the most powerful forms of revolution is to speak the words you hold heavy in your throat. It's to give birth to your voice at the cost of being loved by another, so that you can love yourself.⁠
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Your freedom lies in you freeing yourself. Your liberation comes when you liberate your words, your truth and your authentic self. Stop pretending to be okay with sh*t you're not okay with. Stop pretending to like sh*t you don't like. Stop pretending to want what someone else wants. Stop lowering the standard for your relationships to accommodate someone else's lower standards. Stop lowering the bar so others can meet it. Stop storing words in your body that those around you and the world needs to hear so it can know how to change too.⁠
Join me for Crushing Codependency to learn to let our truth out. Link in bio.

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In the absence of ‘the village,’ mothers struggle most Mothers need a village to raise their children, a community of people to support them when they have a baby, but there are no villages.

Happy Spring Equinox!

Nature has a pattern, a flow and rhythm; when the season changes it's an opportunity to observe her movements, her shifting. It’s an invitation to tune in.

Spring is one of the most glorious and joyful moments to be present with. It’s a time of deep creativity and inspiration. Oh, the possibilities! It’s a time of bursting energy, planting seeds and setting your sights on the path ahead.
Eat more plants, drink more tea and enjoy the bounty of spring!

Happy Equinox, sweet herbal friends. 💚

A gentle reminder

COMPASSION AND PEACE⁠
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When we feel the great suffering of the Ukrainian people, we are feeling the great suffering in us. The cause of the suffering is also in us. If we do not recognize in ourselves what the invasion of Ukraine is showing us, we will not be able to change our suffering and its cause. We invade one another each time we judge and put our needs above the needs of others. Each judgment of ours is an invasion against another person. We are the invaders. Each judgment of us by another person is also an invasion. We are the invaded. The invasion of one country by another country shows us the same thing. Invaders and invaded, invaded and invaders. Suffering is everywhere. When we see that we are both the invaders and the invaded, our hearts soften. This is the birth of compassion. Then we can work to stop suffering in the world without creating more of it. This is the birth of peace. Gary Zukav

Many women do not breastfeed🤱 for as long as they would like.

This is how we can ALL support breastfeeding mothers anytime, everywhere ⬇️

As Black History Month approaches us, ACNM would like to celebrate and honor the contributions of Black midwives in the United States. If you'd like to tell your story about Black excellence throughout the midwifery community, we encourage you submit an article to ACNM Quickening, our official digital news site! This will help us all to take some time to reflect on the essential, often unrecognized, role Black midwives play in communities and cities throughout the country – not just one month a year, but every day.

Submit your article to this email: [email protected]

Turkey Tail Mushrooms for Cancer Treatment? | Cancer | Andrew Weil, M.D. What does the latest research say about turkey tail mushrooms and cancer?

The International Plum Village Community of Engaged Buddhism announces that our beloved teacher Thich Nhat Hanh has passed away peacefully at Từ Hiếu Temple in Huế, Vietnam, at 00:00hrs on 22nd January, 2022, at the age of 95. We invite our global spiritual family to take a few moments to be still, to come back to our mindful breathing, as we together hold Thay in our hearts in peace and loving gratitude for all he has offered the world.
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Holiday hours and best wishes for a wonderful Solstice is on its way and being in tune with your body means that you may have noticed that you're feeling a little...different. Don’t panic! It’s perfectly normal to feel slightly ‘off’ at this time of year.