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Injury Prevention ans Self-Care for Bodyworkers
How Do You Ground Yourself?
Do you think about the connection between the earth and your feet when you wake up and put your feet on the ground? Well you should, especially if you are going to be working in someone else’s energy field. You are an electromagnetic being and you ground energy just like an appliance that is plugged into an electrical outlet.
Since I have had lumbar fusion surgery, I am happy to report that I can feel the ground again. It may not sound like a big deal but it is if your legs and feet have been numb and tingly for 2 ½ years. So now that I can feel the earth underneath me, I want to bring up the subject of grounding.
Grounding has to do with living inside your body and having a connection with the earth. Think of grounding as being anchored to the ground. Grounding allows for an inflow of energy to feed your bodily systems and an outflow of energy to release excessive charge in your body. Assessing the energy of the earth is essential when working with other people’s energy.
As a bodyworker, you should find a connection with the earth and feel the energy in your feet. Your feet have minor chakras that bring in and distribute energy in your body. In the morning before you get out of bed, rotate your ankles 50 times in each direction. When you put your feet on the ground, imagine energy flowing up through the inner arches of your feet. Direct the energy up through your core and take 3 deep breaths. Pay attention to your connection with the ground as you go through your day!
What are some ways to ground yourself?
1) Physical activity
2) Relaxation exercises
3) Eat food that is grounding and not over stimulating
4) Take a bath
5) Receive a massage
6) Stand in the grass barefoot and feel the earth underneath your feet
7) Engage in an activity that involves the senses
8) Listen to a CD of drumming
9) Wear grounding stones such as hematite, obsidian, or tigers eye
10) Get out into nature
Karina Braun
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Do you think about the connection between the earth and your feet when you wake up and put your feet on the ground? Well you should, especially if you are going to be working in someone else’s energy field. You are an electromagnetic being and you ground energy just like an appliance that is plugged into an electrical outlet.
Since I have had lumbar fusion surgery, I am happy to report that I can feel the ground again. It may not sound like a big deal but it is if your legs and feet have been numb and tingly for 2 ½ years. So now that I can feel the earth underneath me, I want to bring up the subject of grounding.
Grounding has to do with living inside your body and having a connection with the earth. Think of grounding as being anchored to the ground. Grounding allows for an inflow of energy to feed your bodily systems and an outflow of energy to release excessive charge in your body. Assessing the energy of the earth is essential when working with other people’s energy.
As a bodyworker, you should find a connection with the earth and feel the energy in your feet. Your feet have minor chakras that bring in and distribute energy in your body. In the morning before you get out of bed, rotate your ankles 50 times in each direction. When you put your feet on the ground, imagine energy flowing up through the inner arches of your feet. Direct the energy up through your core and take 3 deep breaths. Pay attention to your connection with the ground as you go through your day!
What are some ways to ground yourself?
1) Physical activity
2) Relaxation exercises
3) Eat food that is grounding and not over stimulating
4) Take a bath
5) Receive a massage
6) Stand in the grass barefoot and feel the earth underneath your feet
7) Engage in an activity that involves the senses
8) Listen to a CD of drumming
9) Wear grounding stones such as hematite, obsidian, or tigers eye
10) Get out into nature
Karina Braun
www.igetintouch.com
Learn the Braun Method of Personal Body Maintenance
Feel free..
Live healthy..
Discussion Forum
Shameful if Injured
Started by Karina Braun Nov 9, 2010.
Have you had an injury in your career? 1 Reply
Started by Karina Braun. Last reply by Darcy Neibaur Jun 27, 2010.
Self care tips 2 Replies
Started by Karina Braun. Last reply by Darcy Neibaur Jun 27, 2010.
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Comment by Karina Braun on January 25, 2010 at 2:10pm
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I had a craniosacral session yesterday! This is a great way to take care of yourself. Craniosacral therapy balances the cranialsacral system, releases fascia, and relaxes the central nervous system.
I had to have a mechanical fix for my injury and alternative therapies did a great job of managing the pain before surgery. Now, the alternative therapies I use will help me to heal.
Take care of yourself for a long and happy life and career!
Learn Personal Body Maintenance today by ordering Creating Peace with Your Hands!
Karina Braun
www.igetintouch.com
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Thanks Mike! I am glad to be back! Can't wait for the World Massage Festival! Time is passing fast!
Karina
To sign up for the world massage festival visit www.worldmassagefestival.com
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Comment by Mike Hinkle on January 20, 2010 at 3:53pm
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It's great to see you back, Karina! Glad you feel better!
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Since I have had lumbar fusion surgery, I am happy to report that I can feel the ground again. It may not sound like a big deal but it is if your legs and feet have been numb and tingly for 2 ½ years. So now that I can feel the earth underneath me, I want to bring up the subject of grounding.
Grounding has to do with having a connection with the earth. Assessing the energy of the earth is essential when working with other people’s energy. Grounding allows for an inflow of energy to feed your bodily systems and an outflow of energy to release an excessive charge in your body.
As a bodyworker, you should find a connection to the earth and feel the energy in your feet. Your feet have minor chakras that bring in and distribute energy in your body. In the morning, rotate your ankles 50 times in each direction. When you put your feet on the ground, imagine energy flowing up through the inner arches of your feet. Direct the energy up to your core and take 3 deep breaths. Pay attention to your connection with the ground as you go through your day!
“If you have your health, you have everything. If you don’t have your health, life is definitely not as easy.”
Karina Braun
Personal Body Maintenance for Bodyworkers
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Thieves essential oil is an oil blend from Young Living and is excellent for airborne bacteria and the immune system. It is made from clove, lemon, cinnamon, eucalyptus, and rosemary. When the bubonic plague was coming to an end in Europe in 1413, four thieves were captured for robbing the dead and dying victims. When the thieves were tried, the magistrate offered leniency if they would tell how they escaped contracting the infection as they stole from their victims. They said that they were perfumers and spice traders and told of a special concoction of aromatic herbs, including cloves and rosemary, that they rubbed on their hands, ears, and temples.
In 1997, studies at Weber State University showed this blend to have a 99.96% success rate against airborne bacteria. The bacteria cultures were sprayed in an enclosed area, and Thieves oil blend was diffused for a given amount of time.
My tip of the day is to rub a few drops on each side of the front of the neck or on the soles of the feet. This tip can help prevent contracting a cold or the flu. I also like to diffuse it throughout my house to kill airborne bacteria.
Have a great day!
Karina
www.igetintouch.com
If interested in Young Living oils email me at igetintouch@gmail.com
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Qi Gong is energy work for the bodyworker. It is an ancient exercise that uses simple movement, breath, and kinesthetic awareness to circulate life energy. The benefits of Qi Gong include better tone and flexibility of the muscles, increased circulation, and enhanced coordination. This type of exercise can be performed by anyone and is appropriate for all ages and physical conditions. Qi Gong is very effective for chronic pain, nervous system, cardiovascular, and digestive disorders.
Check out this site to perform Waving Hands like Clouds which is a great exercise for bodyworkers. This exercise helps to ground, get your breath flowing, and strengthen your legs.
http://www.ehow.com/how_11976_perform-wave-hands.html
Karina Braun
Personal Body Maintenance for the Bodyworker
www.igetintouch.com
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Massage therapists should make nutrition an important part of their life.
An independent study in 2007 revealed that a GMO (Genetically Modified Organism) corn product showed signs of liver and kidney toxicity in humans. We should be aware that a lot of the food we consume contains GMOs, especially in processed foods. Read your food labels to see what is in your food. Cook as much food as you can on your own instead of using packaged foods. Educate yourself to understand and make good choices for your body.
Karina Braun
www.igetintouch.com
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Comment by Shari Auth, LMT, L.Acu, NCBTMB on November 17, 2009 at 1:30pm
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Thanks Karina!
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Thanks for posting your new DVD. I will pass the word around for you. Sounds like a great DVD to help prevent injury and work with less effort. Good Luck!
Karina
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