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The Duality of Christmas: Bright Cheer and the Hidden Darkness
The holiday season often arrives like a burst of light, igniting the winter darkness with glimmering decorations, sparkling lights, and the promise of joy and togetherness. Yet beneath the surface of Christmas cheer lies a complex underbelly — one marked by stress,...
The Importance of Self-Care for Your Nervous System This Cold and Flu Season
As we transition into cold and flu season, prioritizing self-care becomes essential for maintaining our health and well-being. This time of year can bring increased stress and vulnerability to illness, making it crucial to support not only our physical health but also...
Healing Is Not Linear
Embracing the Complexity of the Body’s Stories When we think about healing, we often envision a straight path—one where we move from pain to relief, from confusion to clarity. However, the truth is that healing is rarely a linear journey. Our bodies are intricate...
Embracing The Rhythms of Fall
Practical Self-Care Tips for the Fall Transition As the vibrant energy of summer yields to the more introspective, grounding qualities of fall, it’s essential to hounor this transition not just with our schedules and wardrobes, but through our approach to self-care...
What is Somatic Therapy?
What is Somatic Therapy? You may have heard the fluttering and buzzing of the word ‘somatic’ in the world of wellness or on your social media feed and for good reason. This surge of somatic practices into the mainstream is a testament to our collective yearning for...
What is Bodywork? Is it not just massage?
What is Bodywork? Is it not just a massage? When people ask me what I do, I respond with “I’m a Bodyworker” and sometimes this causes facial contortions as they try to imagine me working under the hood of their car and so I follow with “Like massage” and then they say...
Navigating Change with the help of Acupuncture
The only thing that stays the same is that everything changes. We live in a dynamic world and this can be unsettling. The mind likes to live in what it knows to be familiar, even if that familiarity is no longer in our best interest. Changing circumstances in our...
What is Myofascial Release and How Does it Work?
"Myofascial Release" Myofascial Release is a therapeutic technique that aims to relieve pain and discomfort caused by muscle tension or tightness. It involves applying pressure to the myofascial tissue, which is the connective tissue that surrounds and supports...
Rejuvenate Your Body and Mind with Massage Therapy at Phi Massage in Sidney BC
Relieve tension, restore balance, and embark on a journey of wellness at Phi Massage, the ultimate destination for massage therapy in Sidney BC. Offering a wide range of therapeutic techniques, our skilled and compassionate therapists are dedicated to enhancing your...
Yoga, The Benefits of Regular Practice
Yoga practice offers a multitude of benefits, both physically and mentally. Regular yoga sessions can improve flexibility, strength, and posture, enhancing overall fitness. It promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and improves sleep quality, benefiting mental...