For every action there is an equal and opposite re-action. The body always finds a way to balance itself; many times this may actually create an imbalance in the musculature, and therefore in the spine itself. Photo #2 is pretty close to 'ideal' posture for standing. Keep in mind that shoulders and hips should be level. If you are looking from the side, your ear should be over your shoulder, shoulder over hip, hip over knee, knee over ankle. Please see the following sections for more information which cover the importance of proper posture, and how such a subtle aspect of our lives can assist in optimal health and well-being,or cause dysfunction when we lack it. "SelfEmpowerment","FAQ", articles on "Balance" and "Flexibility".

 

Animals/Massage
I have enclosed some photos of various stages of massage for animals. I have enjoyed helping animals as much as their humans.even at a young age, as you can see! (#2) I have demonstrated for my students with my special dog, Angus (#3, #8), calmed down my rambunctious pup, Caden (#7) as well as to mellow out my cat Freckles (#4). I gently approached this majestic Clydesdale who wouldn't let many of the others pet him, and he nuzzled me to massage his head longer!(#5). And I was approached by these 2 ponies and began doing Myofascial Release on their heads, which resulted in me getting my knee kissed!(#1, #6) I would be happy to teach you how to massage your pet to help them release any tension in their muscles as well. Particular prone are the hips of larger dogs. You could set this up as a 15-30 minute session.

Please go to the "Self Empowerment" section to the corresponding titles of these photos. The goal of this section, essentially, is to help you find ways to empower yourself, which is a key step in the healing process. It is also to help you expand your horizons and increase your self-esteem. Give these examples and many more. There are countless others that you will be able to come up with for yourself that will catch your interest.

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