9 minute read “Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.” ― Leo F. Buscaglia With the onset of the fall and winter season, I’ve already noticed … Continued
4 min read Photo: Aaron Blanco Tejedor “Anxiety How do you always get the best of me? I’m out here living in a fantasy I can’t enjoy a goddamn thing Anxiety Why am I never where I am supposed to be? Even with my lover sleeping close to me I’m wide awake and I’m in … Continued
Have you ever experienced going to a healthcare practitioner, or manual therapist of any sort, and heard someone exclaim any of the following: “You’re probably sitting too much at work, and that’s why your low back is a mess.” “You must be doing something to re-injure your shoulder if it keeps hurting. Feels like bone-on-bone … Continued
*This article was originally featured in Massage & Fitness Magazine 5 MINUTE READ There are many misconceptions about prenatal massage in the massage therapy community. Some of these ideas may deny the benefits of massage to pregnant women who seek it and some of this misinformation could actually do harm by causing serious emotional distress. … Continued
Become a MEMBER Annual Amara Membership cost $25 (charged one time annually) Benefits of membership include: $10 discount on every regular appointment (membership discount cannot be combined with Golden Ticket or other special pricing options). This offers you discount package pricing without having to pre-pay for appointments or worry about excessive recurring monthly charges or … Continued
Have you been struggling to maintain a sense of normalcy since the world flipped upside down? Have your healthy routines fallen away? Have you felt an absence of well-being and inner peace? If so, I can guarantee, you are NOT ALONE! When big events occur, personally, professionally, politically and/or globally, it is easy to get … Continued
Hello Loyal Amara Guests! I hope this message finds you healthy and well. We have thought deeply about when and how to proceed with our soft reopening that will help ensure the utmost safety of our guests and staff. That being said there is no way to minimize the risk 100% if you are in … Continued
Written by Elli Wernsman For full presentation including images please click HERE. WHY IS SLEEP SO IMPORTANT? – We are more able to concentrate and retain information -Improved motor abilities -Elevated mood -Helps us maintain weight and prevent obesity -Keeps us from developing problems such as heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, and mental stress … Continued
Written and created by Emili Holden and Aimee Carlson There is a significant amount of research that indicates how kindness and compassion reduce stress, boost our immune systems and can help reduce negative emotions; such as anger, anxieties and depression. Studies show that helping others is believed to increase levels of an endorphin-like chemical, which … Continued
Raising kids is challenging under the most normal of times, but when magnified by the COVID-19 pandemic, it can be downright overwhelming. Whether a big family, small family, single parent family or blend of everything in-between, the stress of the “new normal” that we all find ourselves in affects everyone, at any age. Parents are … Continued
Written and created by: Elli Wernsman
Lessons from Lucy Written by Aimee Carlson, LMT (5 min read) My dog Lucy, has the best life. Being an only “child”, she gets lots of love and attention. Her personality is sweet, curious and at times full of boundless energy. She can produce excited full circle spins at the word “walk”, has several fuzzy … Continued
Making a big batch of nourishing and healthy soup can be quick and easy! You can modify the veggies and/or spices to give it character of its own, based on your taste! This soup freezes well so double the batch to have extra for a quick and easy re-heat treat! Devon’s Chicken Veggie Soup 1 … Continued
We have been overwhelmed with the outpouring of support from all of our clients! Because so many of you have reached out, we have been thinking about how best to structure any voluntary support moving forward. There is absolutely no expectation that anyone donate or offer support unless that feels right for them, as we … Continued
