Path to Wellness
March 2010
"talked to a man who caught the rainbow's end....
he claimed, that the pot of gold resided within."
-Citizen Cope
Dear Friend,
March is here and that means SPRING is around the corner! The official first day of spring is March 20th...we'll have to wait and see if that means warmer temperatures. We all know St. Patrick's Day is Wednesday, March 17th. Keep in mind we'll be turning the clocks ahead an hour on March 14th.
This month's Path to Wellness includes an article from our Acupuncturist, Allison Bower; some interesting facts about water, a request from Sean; Reiki I & II Certification information; March's Special. You may also enjoy a traditional Irish recipe!
Your comments and suggestions are always welcomed.
Create, Maintain, Enjoy Good Health,
Your CVWC Family
216.364.0152
appointments@chagrinvalleywellness.com
March is here and that means SPRING is around the corner! The official first day of spring is March 20th...we'll have to wait and see if that means warmer temperatures. We all know St. Patrick's Day is Wednesday, March 17th. Keep in mind we'll be turning the clocks ahead an hour on March 14th.
This month's Path to Wellness includes an article from our Acupuncturist, Allison Bower; some interesting facts about water, a request from Sean; Reiki I & II Certification information; March's Special. You may also enjoy a traditional Irish recipe!
Your comments and suggestions are always welcomed.
Create, Maintain, Enjoy Good Health,
Your CVWC Family
216.364.0152
appointments@chagrinvalleywellness.com
An introduction to Traditional Chinese Acupuncture:
the origins of the Chinese system of medicine
by Allison Bower L.AC., M.AC
Allison Bower, L.AC., M.AC
It is virtually impossible to discuss traditional acupuncture without touching on the most fundamental concepts of yin-yang and the five phases.
Eastern philosophy is based on the premise that all life occurs within the circle of nature. Nature being a unified system called the Tao (pronounced dow), with polar and complimentary aspects named Yin and Yang (pronounced yong). Nature is in constant motion, following cyclic patterns that describe the process of transformation. When the elements of nature are in balance, life is harmonic and flourishes. When the balance of polar forces is upset, disaster looms. Human beings are a microcosm of nature, the ideogram for human being is a figure rooted in the earth like a tree with outstretched hands like branches toward heaven, receiving power from above and below. Sustained by the power of the earth and transformed by the power of heaven. One need not adopt the Eastern philosophy as a religion in order to understand and use the way information was organized to successfully practice Chinese medicine.
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Hello, it's Sean, and I need your help. One of the most common questions I hear is, "what do you guys do at the wellness center?" I explain how all of our services, from our THERAPEUTIC (Muscle Release Therapy, MRTh®) and RELAXATION MASSAGES, to our PILATES sessions and classes, to REIKI and ACUPUNCTURE are personalized to the specific needs of each client, every time.
Then, I thought, who better to pose this question to than you? Will you spare a few minutes and answer the following question:
"What does C.V.W.C. do for me?"
SUBMIT YOUR ANSWER BY CLICKING HERE
Thank you so much for taking the time to help us help others!
~Sean
Then, I thought, who better to pose this question to than you? Will you spare a few minutes and answer the following question:
"What does C.V.W.C. do for me?"
SUBMIT YOUR ANSWER BY CLICKING HERE
Thank you so much for taking the time to help us help others!
~Sean
Reiki I & II Certification
Reiki I:
Introduction to Reiki history; the benefits of Reiki and how it canenhance your life. Learn how to conduct a Reiki session on yourself and others.
Reiki II:
Students receive ancient Reiki symbols to access the Reiki energy in a more powerful way. This level enables you to use the symbols to empower your personal goals and in sending long distance healing.
To Register for this event, call 216-364-0156 or email here
Click here for more information on Reiki
DATE: Saturday, April 24, 2010 ~ 9:00am-4:00pm
LOCATION: 3690 Orange Place (Lower Level Conference Room)
COST: $160 (includes manuals)
Introduction to Reiki history; the benefits of Reiki and how it canenhance your life. Learn how to conduct a Reiki session on yourself and others.
Reiki II:
Students receive ancient Reiki symbols to access the Reiki energy in a more powerful way. This level enables you to use the symbols to empower your personal goals and in sending long distance healing.
To Register for this event, call 216-364-0156 or email here
Click here for more information on Reiki
DATE: Saturday, April 24, 2010 ~ 9:00am-4:00pm
LOCATION: 3690 Orange Place (Lower Level Conference Room)
COST: $160 (includes manuals)
March Special
The luck of the Irish is with you, as we have extended the $40 Relax Special through the end of March!
Enjoy our 60 Minute Signature Relaxation Massage for
only $40+tax
By appointment only, available in gift cards, must be redeemed by March 31, 2010.
216.364.0152 appointments@chagrinvalleywellness.com
Irish Lamb Stew
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds thickly sliced bacon, diced
- 6 pounds boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 2 inch pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup water
- 4 cups beef stock
- 2 teaspoons white sugar
- 4 cups diced carrots
- 2 large onions, cut into bite-size pieces
- 3 potatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 cup white wine
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble, and set aside.
- Put lamb, salt, pepper, and flour in large mixing bowl. Toss to coat meat evenly. Brown meat in frying pan with bacon fat.
- Place meat into stock pot (leave 1/4 cup of fat in frying pan). Add the garlic and yellow onion and saute till onion begins to become golden. Deglaze frying pan with 1/2 cup water and add the garlic-onion mixture to the stock pot with bacon pieces, beef stock, and sugar. Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
- Add carrots, onions, potatoes, thyme, bay leaves, and wine to pot. Reduce heat, and simmer covered for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender.