The heart, the bitter flavour and summer
The summer season is associated with the bitter flavour. Cruciferous vegetables, including cauliflower and broccoli, are categorized within this vegetable family. Some other common bitter foods are: coffee, dark chocolate (cacao), kale, dandelion, grapefruit, green [...]
What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Taoist philosophy, which has been refined of the past 5000 years to presently integrate elements of contemporary western biomedical knowledge. As a system of medicine, TCM [...]
Design your own pesto
On a warm summers day there is nothing better than a pesto and cracker picnic. I hope you can let your creative energy flow with this playful recipe! 2 cups fresh herbs (basil, dill, kale [...]
Summer Recipe
Stay cool and nourished this summer. Cooling Asparagus Miso Mint Soup w/radish and green onion lime relish 2 bunches of Asparagus steamed lightly 1 liter veg or bone broth 1 Tbs of miso (add after [...]
The Tao
In Chinese philosophy the Tao is the absolute principle underlying the Universe. Combining within itself the principles of yin and yang and signifying the way that is in harmony with the natural order. The interpretation [...]
The Organ Clock
Ever wondered why at the same time frame regularly you feel tired, anxious, cold or hot, irritable, feel worried or wake up from a deep sleep? Chinese medicine’s organ clock system helps to shed light [...]
LIVER, WOOD ELEMENT & SPRING:
Spring is a time of new beginnings and awakenings. The Inner Classics, an ancient text of Chinese medicine, expresses this season as a time to rise early with the sun and take brisk walks. These [...]
THE PSOAS MUSCLE: The myofascial lines, sympathetic nervous system, and meridian interaction
The illopsoas muscle is commonly discussed in the bodywork and movement field as a key player in pain and dysfunction. There are a multitude of theories and approaches to correct this dysfunction. It is my [...]
Stress it’s not in your head; it’s in your nervous system
Have you ever been told when you’re stressed to stop worrying and just relax? That it’s all in your head? It would be nice if it were that simple. But it’s not. Physiology research shows [...]
Why commit to practicing yoga for thirty days?
Practice, is a deep-seated form of self-care. By willingly stepping into practice you are making a strong commitment to yourself. You are making a choice to live in deeper connection with our body, mind, and [...]
To all my single friends on Valentines day
Today doesn’t have to suck. You don’t have to feel miserable. This day could be an opportunity to inquire, to look into the places that hurt with tenderness and acceptance. It is my understanding that [...]
Osteopenia – prevention through diet and lifestyle
Osteopenia is reduced bone mass of lesser severity than Osteoporosis. “osteo” means bone and “penia” indicates a state of being low in quantity. There is some controversy if osteopenia is truly a disease. It merely [...]
A path of embrace
Here is a piece of my heart, the story of a journey that has brought me into a deepening relationship with Self. I spent most of my teens and early twenties limited by my need [...]
The journey
What an incredible two weeks it has been...life feels ripe and profoundly full at the present moment. It is like every day is stretching my capacity to feel joy. Many endings are opening me to [...]
What is in a name ….. why Melody?
So here I am freshly 28 years old and shifting my name. Not changing my name because my legal name is Melody Nicole Hurrell Walford. It all started back in February, the beautiful full moon [...]
A journey to the heart of the earth, going plastic free!
In late 2014, I was deeply inspired by a young women's experience of removing trash from her life. For 2 years Lauren Singer took the incredibly honorable step and looked at her waste production. She [...]
Preparing for the holiday. A slightly different approach from the mainstream
"Let no memory block your hearts capacity to love." ~Elena Brower How can I rise up and shine this Christmas? How can I fully embody who I truly am beyond the family and societal roles, expectations [...]
Seasonal transitions…balance anxiety and depression
As the season shifts, so do our bodies, minds and spirits. We are a true reflection of nature and our bodies cycle with the movement of seasons. It is greatly important to align our whole Self with [...]