Harmonious Health
I had never received acupuncture before, so was a little nervous at my first appointment. However, Todd, with his relaxed and compassionate demeanor, open empathetic communication style and obvious experience, quickly put my mind at rest. - CB, 20s, Ecology and Sustainability Teacher.
Both my daughter and I have had great results from Todds treatment and I will continue to see him when needed and recommend him to others. - KH, 30s, Homeopath.
Todd's relaxed yet well-informed and professional style put me immediately at ease. The results of the treatment were noticable almost instantly! - DJ, PhD, 30s, Musician.
Todd was so caring, easy to talk to, great sense of humour, always on time with appointments, I felt so relaxed; I really recommend him. - EB, 70s, Retired.
Todd is an extremely caring, gentle and committed practitioner. Since knowing him he has become a friend as well as a wise counsellor and calming influence on my state of being. - IB, 30s, Television Production.
Todd provides a relaxed environment and has a great approach to life. I have found his treatment to be very successful and beneficial and would highly recommend him to others. - NL, 30s, Mother.
He has so much wisdom, kindness and care for his patients. I hugely recommend him. - MV, 20s, Mother.
My body feels better and I am relaxed, confident, and stronger than ever. - PC, 30s, IT Consultant.
Todd is a gifted healer and we have had great benefits from his treatments. I always feel informed about the process of the session and what to expect. - KH, 30s, Homeopath.
Todds treatments have helped me feel stronger in dealing with deeper emotional issues such as confidence and self esteem. - IB, 30s, Television Production.
Qi Gong and Tai Chi
Qi Gong and Tai Chi are very similar. They are also very different. Words can help explain this, but only by experiencing them is someone really able to understand them. Public classes cost $10 and are held at the Raumati South Memorial Hall on Wednesdays, from 4pm until 5pm.
Qi Gong
Generally, Qi Gong is: - Pronounced "Chee-Goong."
- Literally translated as Energy Work.
- A treatment modality in its own right.
- Often used supplementary to other TCM modalities,
magnifying the results.
Specifically, Qi Gong is: - A collection of soft, gentle exercises that emphasize certain
ways of standing, breathing and moving that serve
to enhance and stimulate the energy of your body.
- Easy to learn and gentle to perform. Everybody can
benefit from doing them, no matter their present
state of health.
- An opportunity to be more aware of yourself.
How Qi Gong works: - Certain postures and movements stimulate and enhance
the movement of energy along specific energetic
channels to invigorate their associated organs,
augmenting their functions.
What Qi Gong can help: - Being holistic, Qi Gong can:
- Help heal injured body parts, such as:
- Frozen Shoulder.
- Slipped Disc.
- Chronic Sore Lower Back.
- Improve chronic conditions, such as:
- Insomnia.
- Asthma.
- Poor Immunity.
- Digestive Complaints.
- Migraines.
- Other _____________.
Serendipitous Benefits: - As well as the primary benefits, people also enjoy a
peaceful and relaxing experience that also
invigorates and energizes them.
- Due to the constant attention to fundamental body
positioning, breathing and movements, and as it is
something that people do for themselves, in their own
time, people inevitably benefit from increases in:
- Self-Awareness, specifically, of:
- Your body.
- Your mind.
- Empowerment.
- A Pro-Active Attitude towards the enhancement
of their own health and wellbeing.
Tai Chi
Tai Chi is: - Literally translated as "Supreme Ultimate Fist," due to its
initial use as a martial art.
- A series of slow, smooth and graceful movements
performed in a sequence that takes up to an hour.
- Recognized worldwide for its health-enhancing ability.
The Difference between Qi Gong and Tai Chi:
- Qi Gong's health promoting abilities are specific.
- Tai Chi's health promoting abilities are general.
- Qi Gong is often one movement repeated continuously.
- Tai Chi is a collection of various movements performed
one after the other.
What Tai Chi does: - It increases your:
- Bone Density.
- Muscle Strength and Flexibility.
- The Ability to Relax Easily.
- Energy Levels.
- Balance and Co-ordination.
- Blood Circulation.
- And enhances your:
- Self-Awareness. Specifically:
- Body Awareness.
- Mental Awareness.
- Emotional Awareness.
- Self-Acceptance.
- Self-Confidence.
- Self-Satisfaction.
