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The Right Direction: Why Proper Gua Sha Technique Matters
The Right Direction: Why Proper Gua Sha Technique Matters
Are you using Gua Sha correctly? One of the most overlooked aspects of this ancient healing technique is stroke direction—and it can make all the difference in your results. Traditional Gua Sha emphasizes scraping away from the heart to support lymphatic drainage, circulation, and detoxification. However, many modern scraping techniques fail to follow this principle, which can hinder the body's natural healing processes.
In this post, w…
The Ancient Art of Gua Sha: A Timeless Healing Practice
The Ancient Art of Gua Sha: A Timeless Healing Practice
Gua Sha is more than just a skincare trend—it’s a powerful healing technique with deep roots in traditional East Asian medicine. For centuries, this ancient practice has been used to promote circulation, release tension, and restore balance in the body. But did you know that Gua Sha has also influenced modern therapeutic methods?
Gua Sha’s Influence on Modern Techniques
While Gua Sha is often associated with facial massage today, its imp…
Shoshin: The Beginner's Mind & How It Can Transform Your Life
Have you ever heard of Shoshin?
This Zen Buddhist concept, translating to “Beginner’s Mind,” is a way of approaching life with openness, curiosity, and a willingness to learn. It means setting aside preconceived notions, even in areas where we feel like experts, and embracing each experience with fresh eyes.
Simple in theory, but in practice? It’s a challenge—especially when emotions run high, or when we strongly believe we already know the answer. Yet, like any worthwhile pursuit, Shoshin tak…
GUA SHA, Cupping, IASTM, or Graston?
Gua sha, IASTM, cupping and Graston technique are all manual therapy techniques used to treat musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. While they have some similarities in terms of their goals and application, there are also some key differences between them. 
Gua sha is a traditional Chinese medicine technique that involves scraping the skin with a smooth-edged tool to release tension and promote healing. The tool used in gua sha can be made of a variety of materials, includin…
GUA SHA and International Womens Day
How to celebrate International Womens Day... How about International Womens Week? Women's Month?
Or shall we celebrate ourselves every day and declare that every day is International Womens Day???
This year to celebrate International Women's Day, I am offering my 5 day Brighten Your Light facial gua sha challenge for free!
GUA SHA can help you look great and feel better.
Have you ever even heard of GUA SHA? Its an age-old therapeutic technique that was fir…