Seasons Greetings!

(This is the second time I have sent this email.....I apologize, the first one had links that did not work!  Hopefully the links on this one will.) 

I hope this finds you all well.  I have decided this month to help make your Holiday shopping easier and am dedicating this newsletter to providing you with suggestions for gifts, all with a TCM theme. 

I want to pass on my appreciation to you all too, and thank you for allowing me to serve you over the years. I hope this month of December is joyful and fun for you, as it should be, and maybe even relaxing too!

So thank you all again, and I hope the Holidays and whatever time off you might get are as lovely as you'd like.

Best As Always,

Beth

Okay then, tis the season of giving, so they say, so why not make a Traditional Chinese Medicine a theme this year?  This will insure your gifts are meaningful and interesting and health enhancing and fun. There is a bunch of stuff available and here I am with suggestions, so you won't even have to work that hard.

1)   Acupuncture Gift Certificates

What better way to introduce someone you love to this practice, or to coax someone you know who could use these services into giving it a try?  Alleviating pain and suffering is a great gift!  I do indeed have gift certificates available, all printed up and inside a lovely card, so let me know if this is something you would like.

2)   DVDs

There are many dvds available and suitable for the lay person.  Acupressure, for example, is easily learned,  and a visual introduction to help find the points is a bonus of this medium. There are many Tai Chi and Qi Gong videos available too, to help encourage us all to begin or continue this healthful practice.

3)   Books Galore

 Of course Amazon.com has everything on the planet.  Redwing Books is also a great resource and specializes in books related to Chinese Medicine and all variety of  natural healing modalities.

Here are a few recommendations:

Between Heaven and Earth: A Guide to Chinese Medicine 

This great book is an introduction to and overview of medical theory, complete with information on acupuncture and herbs and diet.  There is a questionnaire in the book to help you identify your constitution in TCM terms, and recipes too.

Ancient Wisdom Modern Kitchen: Recipes from the East for Health, Healing, and Long Life 

I admit I have not read this book, but it looks pretty cool:  "This entertaining and easy-to-use book provides scores of delicious recipes, anecdotes about various herbs and foods, and all you need to know about acquiring ingredients...."

Four Paws Five Directions: A Guide to Chinese Medicine for Cats and Dogs 

One of my favorites, this is an empowering book to help you help your furry friends.

There are a plethora of acupressure books out there and here are a few with different emphases:

Acupressure's Potent Points: A Guide to Self-Care for Common Ailments 

Acupressure for Emotional Healing: A Self-Care Guide for Trauma, Stress, and Common Emotional Imbalances 

Your Best Face Now: Look Younger in 20 Days with the Do-It-Yourself Acupressure Facelift 

Baby Shiatsu: Gentle Touch to Help Your Baby Thrive 

Healing Touch for Children: Massage, Acupressure, and Reflexology Routines for Children 4-12 

4)   Teas!

Okay, traditional medicinal teas in Chinese Medicine look and taste more exactly like motor oil than they do a relaxing cup of chamomile, but there are many pleasantly drinkable teas out there that do not require a prescription that are formulated for various maladies as well as just Qi enhancement.  Here is a selection. 

5)   Various and Sundry

Motion Sickness Bracelets for all symptoms of nausea

These would most definitely be a great gift for anyone who suffers from motion sickness, and can potentially make the difference between a great day on the lake and serious misery.  These bracelets have also been known to work for morning sickness, and for the nausea that comes with chemotherapy.

Acupressure/Reflexology Sandals      

Just look at the variety available on Amazon

In my web search for the ultimate TCM gift I came up with quite a bit of stuff.  If you are interested in everything from t-shirts and coffee mugs to posters and notecards and journals, this is the place for you.  Happy browsing!

And last but not least, for the fashionista on your list, a slinky meridian dress which must be seen to be believed (and is a little bit pricely and more suitable for Halloween maybe....)