Reaching your goals
You may have seen this quote making the rounds: “The definition of stupidity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.”
In this time of resolution-making, often people make the same unsuccessful promises they have been making every January. "I’ll lose weight, I’ll reduce my carbon footprint, I’ll quit smoking, I’ll spend more time with the kids…" But a year later they are in the same situation. The reason: Lack of making a new, concrete plan.
This year, think about one thing you want to change in your life. Then, think about what actions you need to take to make it happen. It helps to be specific. For me, instead a vague promise to “eat better,” my husband and I are working out menu plans. Accountability is important, too. To measure my success at my general desire to “get more exercise,” I’m using my pedometer as a daily motivator.
What do you want to do with your life? And how will you get there?
Be realistic and honest with your goals, and you're much more likely to actually reach them.
Chinese Medicine for Pets
Animals are hugely energy-sensitive, so acupuncture and Qi-Gong (Chinese energy work similar to Reiki) work really well for them.
My favorite critter story is about Pele, a sweet bunny whose spine broke due to a fall at the vet’s. She had completely lost the use of her back half. She was a bedraggled mess when I met her: Her inner thighs were raw with urine scalds and her human Mom had to clean the mess crusted on her furry little butt. I treated her 4-5 times over 3 weeks. Her legs didn’t recover, but she did regain bladder and bowel control. This vastly improved her quality of life! Now she could pull herself into her litter box, use it, and leave again. Her skin healed up and last I heard they were going to get a cart for her hind end. I love to imagine her scooting around.
I’ve also had good success with my arthritic cat Peachey. He’s very delicate, so when his hips are hurting I can’t just blast him with healing energy. I lay my hand on him and imagine the Qi sloooowly filtering into his body. As long as I’m careful he loves it and he always moves better afterwards. More robust animals prefer a stronger treatment: Just today I saw a big Rottweiler who responded beautifully to heavy stimulation. Animals vary just as much as people do!
Point of the Month: Du-20, Bai Hui, Hundred Meetings
This point is found on the top of the head, on the midline, above the center of the ears. Its name reflects its many uses.
Bai Hui is used to balance Yang energy, treat seizures, headaches, mental confusion or illness, and can even lift energy that’s descending inappropriately (think prolapsed uterus, hemorrhoids, or diarrhea). It’s also terrific for improving sleep, particularly if your rest is disturbed by vivid dreams or over-thinking.
To perform acupressure on Du-20, press gently but firmly with a fingertip for 10-20 seconds, or until you feel a shift in the point. Don't forget to use your positive, healing intentions when doing acupressure.
Thanks for reading! Next month... a point for dizziness and vertigo.
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