As a reflexology instructor of many years, I constantly witness the confusion that exists in people’s minds about reflexology. Since most massage schools on this continent do not teach reflexology in-depth (or at all), it’s not surprising most practitioners are left thinking reflexology is simply the inclusion of applied static pressure during a massage on points of the feet or hands as indicated on a reflexology chart. In a short article I was recently asked to write for Massage Magazine, I … [Read more...]
Save Your Hands!
I travel and teach a lot, and there has never been a class where at least a few people don’t complain of chronic pain in some part of their musculoskeletal body. I am constantly correcting postures that place hands and backs in the most vulnerable of positions. I cringe when I think that, without awareness and correction of their body mechanics, compassionate and well-intentioned people will leave the profession they love and trained for because of injury – and it’s all preventable! Visit this … [Read more...]
World Reflexology Week – For a Healthier World
Ten years ago, the International Council of Reflexologists (ICR) embarked on a bold initiative to inform the world of the benefits of reflexology. Since that historic decision, their statement “global awareness begins at the local level” has fostered an ever-increasing worldwide movement known as “World Reflexology Week” (WRW). Annually, during the last full week in September, reflexologists around the globe take time to step out and educate their local communities about hand and/or foot … [Read more...]
What is a blog?
Welcome to the Academy of Ancient Reflexology’s Blog! I’m very excited to “start blogging” with you! Before I started creating this project, I knew very little about blogs. Actually, the truth is I knew nothing! With the tireless and patient help of my trusted friend and web mistress, I have slowly figured out enough to start. I know that some of you reading this are in the same boat, so I want to give you some simple instructions on how to navigate and participate in this blog, without having … [Read more...]
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