Helping Your Baby with Reflexology

Does your baby (and therefore, you too) struggle with challenges of colic, teething pain, ear pain, sleeplessness, and more? Reflexology may be just the tool you're seeking. In the Memphis, TN area check out the workshop, "Helping Your Baby with Reflexology" to be held at the Singleton Community Center (Bartlett), October 7, 9-10 AM. The workshop is presented by Lynn Watson, certified reflexologist and owner of Footsteps In Eden Reflexology in Bartlett..

TV celebrities like Oprah and Dr. oz have created a bit of a buzz around the word reflexology. Because of them, many people have at least heard of this ancient and highly effective touch therapy, yet still wonder exactly what it is.

Every part of the body being mirrored on the hands and feet. With that in mind, this hands on workshop focuses on easy, but effective reflexology tips for your babies challenges. Infants most often love the playfulness of the techniques you'll be learning; so, parents are encouraged to bring their baby. 

To register for the workshop, call Singleton Community Center at 901-385-5593. Cost is $20 per person. One infant (only) per parent is encouraged to attend. 

Self-Help Reflexology Workshop to be Offered at Singleton Community Center

TV celebrities like Oprah and Dr. Oz have created a bit of a buzz around the word reflexology. Because of them, many people have at least heard of this ancient and highly effective touch therapy, yet still wonder exactly what it is.

In this hands on workshop, you will learn about every part of the body being mirrored on the hands and feet, along with some easy, but effective self-help reflexology tips for challenges like sinus pain, headaches, toothache, indigestion, insomnia, and more. We will be working on hands and feet. You are encouraged to to attend with a friend. Cost is $25                                               per person.

To register contact Singleton Community Center, Bartlett, TN at 901-385-5593.

Workshops will be held on 

Saturday, October 8, 9-10:30 AM

Monday, October 10, 7-8:30 PM

Saturday November 12, 9-10:30 AM

Monday, November 14, 7-8:30 PM

Staying Healthy with Thieves®

We've had a few cooler days, the kids are back in school in many areas of the country, and you may have thought about fighting germs and colds and flu bugs in the months ahead.

In our home we have found the Thieves® line of products from Young Living™ to be most helpful. We clean with it, we diffuse it, we wash with it and more. My clients often comment on the fresh and clean fragrance of my hand soap. It is diffused at my husband's office. While not everyone there may be in agreement about its effectiveness, the fact that when it runs out they ask for more, speaks for itself. The purse sprays are a healthy option for spraying shopping cart handles, and use in public restrooms. There is also toothpaste, mouthwash and hand sanitizers -- all made with wholesome, good-for-you ingredients. Thieves® has also been shown to be highly effective in removing mold and mold spores. Here's a little history of this great line. It just may surprise you to learn of its origins.

"A blend of highly antiviral, antiseptic, antibacterial, anti-infectious essential oils,  Thieves® was created from research of a group of 15th-century thieves who rubbed oils on themselves to avoid contracting the plague while they robbed the bodies of the dead and dying. When apprehended, these thieves disclosed the formula of herbs, spices, and oils they used to protect themselves in exchange for more lenient punishment."

The entire Thieves® line is available at www.richinoils.com, where you have the opportunity to learn much more about the high potential of therapeutic grade essential oils.
 

*Quote above from Essential Oils Desk Reference, Third Edition, published by Essential Science Publishing.

Really Seeing

Being aware of our senses and their benefits to us as we explore the world around us is a really big deal. A few blog posts and many days moving into weeks ago I share a post about discovering our senses and promised to share more. My plans were temporarily derailed. Back again, intending to expand on the subject.

As I recall building imaginary walls around myself to protect myself from the many pains of my childhood, I wonder how much of the world around me I really missed seeing. Really seeing. It was so easy to stick my nose in a book and escape on someone else's adventure than it was to participate in many of my own. I remember my mother encouraging me to look at "all the beautiful scenery." An invitation I often ignored.

With all the mental details flying through my mind, it often requires intentional effort to "take it all in." I've done much better with this, but it still amazes me at how easily I can have tunnel vision, drive down the street with my mind engaged elsewhere and miss everything. I'm believing I am not alone here. Our hurry up world with its super-sized demands on our time and attention can be an incredibly large distraction for taking time to view the details and beauty of the creation and the created all around us.

How do you make time to see this happen in your life? (pun intended)

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Footsteps In Eden Reflexology Announces Winner!

A huge THANK YOU to all who participated! The 4th of July was the day for our BIG winner to be chosen, and today is the day Footsteps In Eden Reflexology reveals who wins the two Orla Fallon (at the Bartlett Performing Arts & Conference Center) tickets. We went out to Herb Parsons Lake yesterday morning for a leisurely early morning breakfast picnic and walk around the lake. We took the basket with all the entries (and there were hundreds of them) from our newsletter recipients and our Facebook followers. (We even made a video, but that was glitching out on here...sorry.) One individual had around 30 entries!!!! The winner, though, had just one entry. It was the only one she needed! And the winner is: JENNIFER CARDONA! Congratulations Jennifer!!!

Footsteps In Eden Has Chosen our Winner

We have chosen the winner of the Orla Fallon (at the BPAAC) tix. We will be bringing you another post announcing the winner as soon as that person has been contacted. Stay tuned!

Yes, this is the original picture of the basket. We added lots more names over the past few weeks. Forgive us for not having that photo to post.

Win 2 Tix to Orla Fallon @ BPACC

All the information to enter as often as you like is in the copy below or you will find details on our facebook page: www.facebook.com/footstepsineden

We are growing and want to build our Memphis following on Facebook. This will allow you to be quickly updated on last minute appointment openings, news from Footsteps in Eden, and announcements of upcoming events. To enlist your help, we are giving away 2 tickets to see Orla Fallon (Celtic Women) in a solo concert on Friday, September 23, 2011 at the Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center in Bartlett, Tennessee. The contest runs from June 18 through July 4.

The winner will be drawn from entries, and to enter you can do all of the following:

- Since you already Like our Facebook page you automatically have one entry!

- Have a business page? Then make the Footsteps page one of your favorite pages. (Already fav our page? You will automatically have one entry!)

- Make a relevant comment on a post.

- Share our page with friends by
• Messaging them with an invite & a link to Footsteps in Eden facebook page
• Post an invite on THEIR WALL with a link to Footsteps in Eden facebook page
Your friend must “like” or “fav” the page for you to receive an entry.

- Email us at footstepsineden@gmail.com to be added to our newsletter list. (Already receive our newsletter? You have one entry!)

- Be on the lookout for special, one-time opportunities on our Facebook wall - you never know what we'll do!

Enter as often as you would like. You will need to email us with what you have done so we can credit you for each entry. You may include multiple items in your emails. Email to: footstepsineden@gmail.com

Winner will be drawn on July 4th, and announced on Facebook that day. Good luck!

Cumulative Benefits of Reflexology

How often do you recommend that I schedule my reflexology appointments?

This is one of the most frequently asked questions from clients. You may have asked it yourself. Rather than offer the "one size fits all" answer, here are some reasons for considering the cumulative effect of reflexology for your personal health and wellness goals.

Health challenges are often a part of life for months and even years -- often many years. When clients choose weekly or bi-weekly sessions, and make these a priority over a span of months and in some cases years, they often experience amazing results. (Some sessions may bring nearly indiscernible baby steps. Other times the client is amazed at the dramatic changes.) By allowing their whole being to enter that deep state of relaxation on a regular basis they encourage their whole body toward greater health and wellness for a lifetime.

Sometimes new clients "try" a few sessions over 6 or 8 weeks time expecting to see significant results for their long-term challenges. They become disappointed and choose to stop with reflexology. From experiences in my practice, I know that those with the most awesome stories to share are those who have chosen to continue regular sessions for months and longer, believing that positive changes are occurring within their body. Ultimately, they are most often rewarded with enhanced health and wellness.

New energy patterns are introduced into the body through reflexology. These are helping to bring all systems of the body into greater balance and strengthening the immune system. Consistent regular sessions help to maintain this enhanced state of health. I have some clients who consider regular reflexology to be their "health plan." They report such great benefits that their body knows when it has missed even one session.

Reflexologists do not diagnose or treat for disease. They do not prescribe or adjust medications. Please consult with your medical professional for your health challenges and concerns. 

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Several years ago I finally began to come to my senses -- or at least to begin to pay more attention to these five enormous assets. With an often painful home life and being  somewhat of a curiosity in my family growing up, I learned to tune out -- well -- almost everything. It was my survival mode. I've learned this great talent is not necessarily my best friend.

Our five senses -- seeing, hearing, smelling, tasting, and touching -- are so important in our discovery of life around us, and our overall well-being. A few days ago I posted a link on my Facebook page, briefly outlining using our five senses to recharge. Intrigued by this article because of my personal experiences and light bulb moments, I believed the article would touch others as well.

The article quickly skimmed the surface. In the next several blog posts I choose to be transparent with you, my readers, sharing my story of learning to experience and value the senses more deeply. By sharing, I pray your life my be enhanced as well.

Guest Post on Hypnotherapy

Hypnosis – What is it all about?

By guest blogger: Jen Froggatt
 
 
If I was to say to you that hypnosis could help you relax and de-stress, you would think of watch being swayed side to side and being told, 'you are getting very sleepy', am I right? Well you couldn't be further from the truth. Although hypnotherapy is a relatively new therapy, many have been using it as a relaxation technique for years.
 
Hypnotherapy works by communicating with your subconscious mind, to help you overcome negative thought patterns which in turn helps you to relax. A qualified hypnotherapist will help you achieve a deeply relaxed state (different to sleep) before starting your hypnotherapy session so you can use your full imagination.  Many compare this state as being in a daydream.
 
Hypnosis for stress can be very effective because hypnotherapy can help alter your reactions to possible stressful situations. A hypnotherapist can change your thought pattern so when faced with these situations you have a much more positive reaction. This is because it is not the situation that causes stress (otherwise everyone would be stressed about the same thing at the same time) it's the way we react to this situation that causes stress. When you are less stressed you will then find easier to relax and wind down at the end of the day.
 
For more information on how hypnotherapy could help you visit Hypnotherapy Directory
 

Reflexology: A Gift for Your Feet & Your Whole Body!!!

How kind are you to your feet? We call 'em our "dogs," but do we treat them as the beloved members of the family, like many do their furry friends?

Alice was certainly concerned about her feet as she grew taller and taller in the 2nd chapter of Lewis Carroll's famous tale:

"'Good-bye, feet!' (for when she looked down at her feet, they seemed to be almost out of sight, they were getting so far off). 'Oh, my poor little feet, I wonder who will put on your shoes and stockings for you now, dears? I'm sure I shan't be able! I shall be a great deal too far off to trouble myself about you: you must manage the best way you can; —but I must be kind to them,' thought Alice, 'or perhaps they won't walk the way I want to go! Let me see: I'll give them a new pair of boots every Christmas.'

And she went on planning to herself how she would manage it. 'They must go by the carrier,' she thought; 'and how funny it'll seem, sending presents to one's own feet! And how odd the directions will look!'"

I see great wisdom in Alice's thinking. Just from the perspective of my feet carrying me every where I choose to go, it seems being nice to them is more of a necessity than a chore. Who needs feet talking back?

Did you know that every organ, gland and part of your body is mirrored on your feet? When there are challenges in your body they show up in your feet, and when your feet have been mistreated that well may show up in the rest of your body. Reflexology may be your perfect solution. You and your feet and all the rest of you may be ecstatically happy that you finish reading this post, and take the suggested "steps" to be kind to your feet!

With the beginning of a new year focus often turns to sustaining or improving your health. Consider the option available to you to treat yourself to an amazingly rejuvenating experience. Reflexology encourages every system of your body toward greater balance, inviting your whole being into a deep state of relaxation and allowing it to find its place of enchanced health and well being.

At Footsteps In Eden Reflexology we make sending gifts to your feet much less complicated than the steps Alice encountered in gifting hers. What's more it is a treat for not only your feet, but your whole body as well. What will reflexology do for you? Besides being a most amazing experience, here are some ot the benefits you may expect from a reflexology session.

REFLEXOLOGY

1. Reduces stress
2. Revitalizes energy
3. Assists functioning of circulation
4. Assists functioning of nervous system
5. Assists cleansing of toxins from body (immune system support)
6. Assists the harmonizing of the body's systems naturally
7. Is Prevantative/Supportive/Non-Invasive Caring Touch.

Visit Footsteps In Eden website to learn more about reflexology and Lynn Watson, Reflexologist. We have sessions and packages to meet everyone's needs.

Footsteps In Eden Reflexology Offering More Service Options in 2011

Re-evaluation on a continuing basis is absolutely necessary for a business owner wishing to thrive. My Memphis' area Reflexology business has been in process over the last few months. What began as an experiment in December, gave birth to a revamp of our services offered as we begin the New Year 2011.

Health & wellness plans are close to the heart of many of us. With a new year we also often bring a redifined focus in this area. Reflexology's benefits have such an abundant potential for helping to encourage the body toward healing from almost all health challenges. It is also considered by many to be the perfect therapy for maintaining health and wellness.

Since opening our doors in November of 2007, we have offered only an ultimate relaxation experience. With the above paragraph in mind, along with time constraints, budgets, and the individual's desire for choice, we have created 3 unique options for visits to Footsteps In Eden Reflexology. We have certainly kept what we believe to be the most wonderful experience and option, and definitely the best value.

A Little Touch of Eden:
30 Minute Session -- Especially designed for those with more limited time constraints, these sessions offer a spot of relaxation, health, and wellness. Enjoy a short escape to a place of stillness and refreshment.

An Oasis in Eden
60 Minute Session -- One definition of “oasis” includes this statement: “People actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests.” Our 60 minute sessions begin with hot moist aromatherapy infused foot wraps. You’ll find your body and mind quickly unwinding, bringing you into an oasis of relaxation and helping to encourage your body to greater balance, health, wellness, and rejuvenation.

OUR VERY BEST VALUE:
A Haven in Eden:
75 Minute Ultimate Experience -- Enhancing your experience with additional minutes of reflexology and relaxation, these sessions conclude with the touch of hot stone therapy and a second helping of hot moist aromatherapy infused foot wraps. Other luxurious touches may be included.

My work is done from my home -- a park like setting in Bartlett, TN. All sessions are experienced in our warmly inviting relaxation room, purposely designed for enjoyment by all your senses.

Maternity Reflexology and "A Little Peace of Eden" Wedding Packages are also available.

Further information on reflexology, our services, and our fees for services may be found on our website: www.footstepsineden.com. The website is now, also, fully accessible from iPhone.

Footsteps In Eden Reflexology Featured In Buckley's Grill (Memphis) Newsletter

What a Christmas gift this was! On December 23rd, Buckley's (a wonderful local restaurant in Memphis TN) quarterly newsletter arrived in the mailboxes of 25,000+ homes. The gift (for me) was a full page article about Footsteps In Eden Reflexology. The article is available on the Footsteps In Eden website.

Written by a friend (much easier than tooting your own horn), this article has blessed the business tremendously; and, I pray, the community as well. Happy to take the opportunity here to share this good news with regular readers and those who may stumble upon this blog.

This full color, 35 page magazine is loaded with photos of restaurant guests, articles of all kinds, a few ads, and coupons. This issue contained such points of interest as "Make a Fan Cleaning Tool with Items You Already Have," a little history about the Scottish New Year, some inspiration on "Live Well in a Small Space," and a book review of THE MOLOTOV BOX by local Memphis author, Daniel Johnson; and much much more. You get the idea.

This little publication is a great big wonderful PR tool, and I feel privileged for my reflexology business to have been included! THANK YOU, Buckleys!

Reflexology Gift Package Ready for You - Gift an Experience

Our Reflexology Gift Package is awesome, and it is now complete. We are so ready to help you gift a most awesome experience of relaxation, health and wellness. You are getting a superb value too!

We've enhanced the beauty of gifting a gift certificate!!!

It begins with a large (32 oz) jar of Create Bath Salts. These salts were hand-crafted by a small and growing local Memphis company, Trinity Health Essentials. They have combined a perfect blend of salts and therapeutic grade essential oils of lemon, tangerine, orange, and sandalwood.

To that we've added just a bit of decadent chocolate sweetness from Sweetriot. A personal tin of their very special treats!

You may choose a gift certificate for a single 75 minute reflexology experience or our 3 session package. To learn more about Footsteps In Eden's reflexology services, please visit us on our website. We offer so much more than "just a session."

And as a bonus, we've beautifully gift wrapped it all. It's ready for your giving pleasure. :o)


WITH JUST 24 OF THESE ARE AVAILABLE, IT'S DEFINITELY A LIMITED EDITION

And we have value priced the whole package:
With single reflexology session - $85 ($115 value)
With 3 reflexology sessions package - $185 ($245 value)

If you live in the Memphis area, or will be giving a gift to someone in the Memphis area, we'll take care of you splendidly. Just email us you contact info, or visit our facebook page for more contact options. We're here for you.

Reflexology Gift Package w/ Newly Designed Gift Certificate

Just because of Footsteps In Eden's VERY SPECIAL Reflexology Gift Packages, Watson Design has created a specific to the season Gift Certificate. The choice is yours when choosing this gift for a friend or loved one to make this certificate for 1 session or to gift our 3 session package. Now that's a very special gift.

We've already unveiled the cute tins of delicious chocolate that will be included in the Gift Package, and the beautiful package itself. Be watching for the last item -- coming very soon. This promises to be a perfect gift of relaxation as may be found for those in the Memphis, TN area.

We'll be taking orders as soon as we can show you this last very special item. Quantities are limited. We will provide all the info you'll need to secure yours. We assure you of timely delivery for Christmas gift giving! :o)

Holiday Stress Reduction Tips -- Reflexology: The Ultimate One

Several years ago I adapted these "Holiday Stress Reduction Tips" from an article by Dr. Dolores Digaetano, which appeared in the MEMPHIS COMMERCIAL APPEAL. Sharing them again here, along with more of my own. Praying at least one or two speak to you that you may find yourself in a more relaxed place throughout the busy days of December.

1. Try a new exercise routine (remember that there is no such thing as inappropriate weather for walking, riding a bike, etc., only inappropriate clothing.)

2. Limit social obligations to people you really like.

3. Spend no more than 1 percent of your annual income on gifts.

4. Pay cash.

5. Give of yourself (volunteer in some capacity).

6. Brighten someone's day.

7. If your current holiday traditions aren't enjoyable to you, then makke new ones.

8. Make a list of your blessings.

9. Spend More time in silence and nature.

10. Wonder

11. Rest

Additional suggestions from Footsteps In Eden Reflexology and Heaven Scent Essentials

12. Massage a few drops of Valor® essential oil blend on the feet each morning and evening. This may bring balance to the body. Add a drop of Joy® essential oil blend over the heart. Inhale deeply of the aromas.

13. Enjoy the treat of a PURE therapeutic grade essential oil bath. Mix several drops of Lavender or Peace & Calming® essential oil with 1/2 cup of epsom salts, baking soda, rock salt, mineral salts (or a combination of the above). Pour under running water as tub is filling. Relax and destress as you breathe in the pure aromas. Your body and your spirit may thank you.

14. Diffuse Peppermint essential oil in your vehicle. Place 2-3 drops on a cotton ball and place in the air vent. This may be quite uplifitng as well as calming in stressful situations like holiday traffic.

15. Keep the therapeutic effects of armatherapy around you all season long. Diffusers of many types are available for home and office. Diffusing the oils helps to oxygenate the air and the aromas may contribute to a wonderful sense of well-being. Frankincense, Myrrh, and Christmas Spirit® are all delightful fragrances of the season.

16. Diffusing Thieves® essential oil blend is not only reminiscent of the season because of the cinnamon and clove it contains, but may help to keep you and your family free of the cold and flue bugs circulating during the winter season as well.

17. My Best Suggestion -- :o) -- Give yourself permission to relax. Footsteps In Eden Reflexology offers a wonderful experience in relaxation, encouraging your body to greater health & wellness.

18. Take time to meditate and contemplate the birth of the Savior we celebrate!!!!

All pure therapeutic grade essential oils mentioned including the special blends are available at Heaven Scent Essentials.

Sparkling Gift of Reflexology and More

Our special Reflexology Gift Package is sparkling and bright! We're packing it with a few carefully selected items to make it super special for the special people in your life. Follow us on facebook (right side of the page link) as we unveil the contents one at a time over the next few days.

We are so excited. One of the items is being hand-crafted right here in Memphis... Love being able to support local business. And it's Small Business Saturday today so that's a cool thought for this post!!!

A limited number of these very special packs will be available. Watch, too, for our announcement of pre-orders with timely holiday delivery. A Reflexology Gift Certificate, of course, is one of the items included -- so, GREAT for those in the Memphis area or who will have guests visiting the area who may take advantage of our oasis of relaxation.

Value Priced, One size fits most.... & WAY, WAY BETTER THAN FRUITCAKE.... :O)

Reflexology Special Holiday Offers for November-December 2010

The fast approaching holidays, and the limited time available to be and do all we would like during the months of November and December, have had my mind in a spin. As moms and grandmothers and women in general, we take on the holidays with a vengeance. I'm not sure what we're looking for, except perhaps to recreate a memory or a dream we see in our hearts, and hope to experience too. I'm thinking of the ways to make our dreams realities while keeping our dispositions kind and our hearts loving. Anything less would spoil the effect. You're agreeing about now, right? :o)

Here are a few of my thoughts on destressing the holidays for a happier, healthier, joyful celebration for all:

1. We all have so much. So, do most of those on our gift giving lists. I see so many things I would love to purchase for my children and grandchildren. It's challenging, but one a pray I'm up to: limiting my purchases to one well-chosen gift for each person. Being able to purchase gifts that also benefit a cause makes them even more special.

2. Choosing simpler menus, and planning ahead. Tough one when everyone has their favs and expectations. Spreading the responsibilities among family and friends who will be joining you for the festive meals is a great help too.

3. Finding time for relaxation and destress in the midst of it all. This is so important in order to be at our best and for our bodies to be encouraged to maintain health and wellness.

This last one is so important to me personally because of what I do. Reflexology is such a great way to destress and relax and encourage your body toward greater health and wellness year round. Of course, it is an exceptional gift for yourself during the holidays as well. Our regular sessions are a beautiful experience in relaxation and are 75 minutes long. A fabulous treat (or perhaps a necessity) for yourself.

Time is, of course, at a premium during the holidays. During the months of November and December Footsteps In Eden will be offering some shorter sessions that may be a great fit for you. These are half-hour sessions for $40 each. We'll also offer a package of 2 one-hour sessions for $115. These offers are good only during November and December 2010. The 2 session package must be used by December 31, 2010.

We would love for you to help us bless the St. Jude kids living at Target House here in Memphis. During November and through the first week of December, we'll be collecting NEW GAMES for Santa's deliveries to each of these children. For your donation we will gift you with $5 Off on one single (75 Minute) reflexology session or $10 off the 3 (75 minute each) sessions package. Coupon expires Dec. 31, 2010. The three session package may be purchased and first session used by December 31, 2010 with remaining two sessions scheduled and used by March 15, 2011.

A Little Peace of Heaven -- Reflexology for the Wedding Party

Exciting news: We are now offering reflexology packages for the wedding party! "A Little Peace of Eden" comes to you and your group. These flexible packages are sure to create a wonderful relaxed environment and relieve stress all around. This very flexible offer is a perfect gift for you and your attendants. The moms would love to be included too, I'm sure!

Look for more details on our website. Then call us to arrange the perfect oasis for your group.

Learn Reflexology Points on the Hand

Good Morning Blog Friends (and those who follow Footsteps In Eden Relfexology on facebook and twitter, too.)

Via a great reflexologist (and mentor to many of the rest of us reflexologists), Kevin Kunz, I have the opportunity to share this educational and fun interactive hand reflexology chart with you. Ever wonder where to press on your thumb or fingers or palm of your hand to make other parts of your body feel better? Have a look. Play with it. Play with your hands. :o). You may be surprised by the effects. Alternating pressue (inch worm style) from thumb or fingers works well.

Click on the "reflexology hand chart" widget to the right of this blog post to begin.

To learn more about reflexology and how it may benefit you and your family, please visit Footsteps In Eden's website.


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