Saturday, 17 March 2012
Sunday, 11 March 2012
Ionic Foot Detox Baths
FootFlexes Introduces
Mobile Ionic Foot Detox Baths
Mobile Foot Detox Bath $25.00 Per 30 Minute Session with every Reflexology Session Booked
Why have a detox Foot Spa Session?
To detoxify the body.
The body absorbs toxins from our environment.
The toxins include such things as industrial chemicals, pesticides, food additives, heavy metals, tobacco, and air pollution.
Detoxification is the body's natural process
for eliminating or neutralizing toxins
via the liver, the kidneys, perspiration, and exhalation.
Increases sweating (2,000 eccrine glands in each foot)
increases circulation
improves alkaline/acid pH balance
increases metabolism
increases glandular and organ function
increases energy levels
Improve Health in all systems of the body
Improved sense of well-being (physical, emotional, mental)
Effects last for up to one to two weeks after the treatment
For Complete Detoxification Over Time - At Least 10 Complete Sessions would be Required And Over the Course of 5 to 7 days Apart.
(remember depending on your age it took that many years to build up in your body so it takes time to detox )
It is Best To Gradually Remove Toxins From the Body or you may experience a "healing crisis" .
Thursday, 8 March 2012
What is reflexology?
Reflexology is a natural healing art, a stress reliever, assists the release of endorphins that create a calming and enhanced feeling of relaxation and, greatly enhances the body's ability to rid itself of toxins and blockages that create stress.
A Reflexologist applies pressure to reflexes in the foot, hand or ear to affect an involuntary response to a stimulus from the autonomic nervous system. Nerve impulses from receptors are then transmitted to the central nervous system which in return send outward signals to other body organs, glands or cells.
It is amazing just how much stress and foot pain can be relieved from one session. Your Body knows best where and when to begin the healing process and will direct any energy to the most critical part first. Like Reki, Chinese Medicine or BodyTalk healing models - the body's innate wisdom knows exactly where to begin the healing process.
The idea of regular sessions to aleviate stress within the body is in order to allow the body to return to homeostasis after each stressful episode. (disease, illness, depression ) For Plantar Fascitis, heel pain, bunions, and any other chronic pain symptoms, regular treatments are suggested.
When your whole body is "At-Ease" your can be free from "Dis-Ease"......
Each Session will allow your body to be less stressed out the next time a stressful situation arises. Each session allows your body to handle the daily stresses and pressures a little bit better.
There are over 7200 nerve endings in each human foot (talk about footpain eh?) that interconnect through the spinal cord and the brain to affect all areas of the body.
The body's nervous system enters the parasympathetic mode when a session is performed and the body's ability to self heal and re-balance is greatly enhanced and an internal balance of homeostasis is better maintained.
The feet are under constant pressure from stress, friction, abuse, physical damage and trauma - as the session progresses. the pain cycle can be interrupted, along with stimulation of the lymphatic reflexes, which in turn boosts the immune system and actually, all body systems benefit as all reflexes in the feet, hands and ears reflect all of the body systems within.
It takes 45 minutes to 1 hour for a complete session that is sure to put your fight and flight meter a lot closer to the rest and repair side - and you'll feel better for it too!.... and reflexology is a completely natural method that is complimentary to other medical treatments.
The Reflexology Association of Canada defines Reflexology as such:
"Reflexology is a natural healing art based on the principles that there are reflexes in the hands, feet and ears, which correspond to every part, gland and organ of the body. Through application of pressure on these reflexes, reflexology relieves tension, improves circulation and helps promote the natural function of the related areas of the body."
Reflexologists DO NOT
1) Diagnose, 2) Prescribe, 3) Treat for Specific Conditions or
4) Use machines or instruments during a session.
Ease Stress in Life - ONE SOLE at a time
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Travelling Reflexologist.
I do 45 to 60 minute reflexology sessions in your home or mine. Ever go for a massage and then get all stressed out on the drive home?
Time to De-Stress and let your Body Communicate, Syncronize and Balance itself.... and it's time to just relax... In House Reflexology Sessions help you Communicate, Synchronize and Balance Your Body Systems to allow better health and vitality.
In House is Your House - call to book an appointment. All you have to lose is your stress
Phone 705.797.0489
Call me and I'd be happy to book your "in-home" reflexology session or day!
Sunday, 2 October 2011
Trip of a Lifetime October 15 - 28, 2011
The Trip of a Life Time......
I have been given the opportunity to travel to 4 countries in Central and South America - all associated with NPH - and FOTOCAN - organizations who help children in Latin America.
I was bitten by the humanitarian bug when travelling to the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua in 2010 and 2011 and now - I am returning in 2012 to Nicaragua for 8 weeks to help organize and structure events for groups of volunteers to these countries who by going there, provide much needed financial support along with medical and construction assistance.
And so it was at a Canada Day Party amongst previous travellers and friends - I was approached by the President of Fotocan, Ken Speers, to accompany him on a trip to 4 NPH orphanages to see if they would be in need of Canadian Assistance in the form of groups of people of all walks of life, willing to lend a hand.
The world is in need of a lending hand these days. I myself never bargained for the Haiti earthquake in January of 2010 - but I had already arranged a trip to the DR for March of that year - a scant 10 hours from Haiti and very heavily involved in the transport of supplies and children to safety in both countries.
And so it is that October 15th I board a plane to Bolivia - the first of 4 stops in 4 countries . Indeed an Opportunity of a Lifetime. And One I will treasure and enjoy for years to come. I feel it is the beginning of a new life....one filled with love, kindness and opportunity to grow.
Visit my website with the links below to see updates and pictures.
Wednesday, 7 September 2011
NPH Nicaragua Trip January 2011
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| NPH Nicaragua - a gift painting from the children |
In January 2011 I travelled to Nicaragua and visited an orphanage there along with 8 other Canadian travellers. What an amazing journey in a land filled with the wonders of nature and a hotbed of political activity.
Some of you may remember in the 70's, the last time the world experienced an oil shortage and economic downturn, that Daniel Ortega and the Sandinista Liberation Army of Nicaragua were struggling to gain political power and control over Nicaragua. You may even remember the journalist who was shot on television in front of millions of viewers in regard to this horrific historical time.
What many of you have not seen - is what happened to the children of Nicaragua - born of insurrection and war, hatred and political strife and left to fend for themselves in a country too poor to help themselves, let alone the children of war.
And all this is in a volcanic mountainous terrain that leads to painted posts along sides of roads to tell you which political area you happen to be in - red and black poles belong to Daniel Ortega and the Sandinista - Managua is the capital and Home to the FSLN - the Sandinista Liberation Army.
After Landing and drivng two hours to NPH Nicaragua, we were welcomed to our Casa (above) a home vacated by 20 boys to welcome visitors from Canada. Visitors who will come again in 2012 and bring with them more groups of visitors and help to their family - all orphans raised and educated, loved, housed and fed by one organization - Nuestros Pequenos Hermanos .
Read the story on the priest , Father Wasson who started it all - it really is quite amazing . Today there are NPH homes for orphaned children all over Central America, Mexico and South America.
And the work they do is amazing - but they need your help too!!!
For a cost of $2500 - you can arrange to go to any orphanage that is part of NPH and be a part of the humanitarian effort this world so needs at this moment in time. In conjunction with NPH is a Canadian Charitable Organization that organizes and supervises the trips. This Organization is called Friends of the Orphans Canada - FOTOCAN.
With your donation, you give $1,000 directly to the orphanage of your choice and the balance pays for your two week stay in the country of your choice . For two weeks, you partake of games, workshops and medical and construction projects to help them live their lives day to day in peace, love and a dynamic family atmosphere.
There is no place else on earth where over 200 children sit to eat at tables in one home each and every day as one happy family and give thanks for the fact they have each other and love. And that love and concern is genuine - a kinder more loving people who sincerely appreciate your coming to them and being a part of their lives.
The Vancouver Team brought with them two full boxes of brand spankin new books for the children - all in spanish and donated by a wonderful Vancouver Book Store - what a treat !!
We also purchased and installed mirrors and shelving in all the washrooms of 12 Casa's, purchased 3,000 plastic hangers and 6,000 clothespins, shower curtains, 12 Irons and much more.....
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| Construction Crew showing off their brand new work boots and gloves ..beats open toed sandals to build the school... |
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| the courtyard inside the hotel in Granada , Nicaragua |
No other organization that I know of, assists orphans in a way that this organization does. These orphans are NEVER adopted out. Once they arrive at an NPH Home - they are taken for life if that is their choice. They are fed, housed, educated and loved and all children call each other sister and brother - from eldest to youngest - and ALL have the same respect and adoration for their new found home.
Once they finish school, the older children then have the option to "give back" a year of service to their family - and they can always choose to help out later in life but some go on to be successful and prosperous in their own right - having been given the opportunity through NPH
If you would like to know more information or perhaps go on one of these trips yourself - contact me (Linda) at
footflexes@gmail.com
with the words
"Let Me Help Too"
in the subject line of your email.
I'd be happy to send you any information you need. If you think you'd love to go but just can't find the cash - think proactive and ask yourself - what's the best way to get a tax deduction for a caribbean vacation?
For more information and pics on my trip to NPH Dominican - see my website
and how some staff at Casino Rama privately helped out then
Sunday, 16 January 2011
NPH Nicaragua
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Well it's down to the wire - January 22nd I leave for NPH NIcaragua.
Well it's down to the wire - January 22nd I leave for NPH NIcaragua.
In March of 2010 I joined Friends of the Orphans Canada and travelled to the Domincian Republic and an orphanage a few miles away from San Pedro de Macoris. Two weeks later I returned to Canada with a renewed sense of being and wanting to help others. I was also changing my life around from the economic slump of 2009.
And so it is that this year I am doing two trips with FOTOCAN and NPH. January 22 to Feb 6 is NPH Nicaragua - land of lakes and volcanoes.
I hope to be able to post some pics of my trip while I am away - if not, I'll do so after I return in February.
Saturday, 30 October 2010
Monday, 18 January 2010
A Way you Can Help in Haiti
As I mentioned before, I will be travelling to the Dominican Republic with FOTOCAN in March of this year.
The trip has recently become of more importance in light of the tragic events in Haiti. The Orphanage in the DR that I will be staying and helping at is approximately 200 miles from the epicenter of the earthquake in Haiti and Friends of the Orphans have sister locations in Guatamala, Peru and Haiti amongst others. It is expected that in light of the fact that casualties are now estimated to be 100,000 people, it is obvious that the DR will be receiving an influx of new orphans as time goes on and relief efforts continue.
There is also the need to re-establish the orphanges and buildings in place in Haiti and supplies and access and support will also come from the orphanage in the DR. The next few months will be busy for all teams scheduled to arrive in the DR
Your help is urgently needed and greatly appreciated in an effort to provide adequate medicines, food, shelter and many other life necessities in Haiti. If you wish to donate directly to the front lines - you will be doing so by donating here.
Thank you and Blessings to All for All That You Do
Linda
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The trip has recently become of more importance in light of the tragic events in Haiti. The Orphanage in the DR that I will be staying and helping at is approximately 200 miles from the epicenter of the earthquake in Haiti and Friends of the Orphans have sister locations in Guatamala, Peru and Haiti amongst others. It is expected that in light of the fact that casualties are now estimated to be 100,000 people, it is obvious that the DR will be receiving an influx of new orphans as time goes on and relief efforts continue.
There is also the need to re-establish the orphanges and buildings in place in Haiti and supplies and access and support will also come from the orphanage in the DR. The next few months will be busy for all teams scheduled to arrive in the DR
Your help is urgently needed and greatly appreciated in an effort to provide adequate medicines, food, shelter and many other life necessities in Haiti. If you wish to donate directly to the front lines - you will be doing so by donating here.
Thank you and Blessings to All for All That You Do
Linda
http://www.fotocan.org/news-events/news:29
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Friday, 30 October 2009
Energy Healing or "medicine" is quickly taking hold of the world and miracles are happening.
It has been proven that everything is energy - including our diseases of the body, mind and soul. Can traditional medicine be harming us more than helping us by creating more toxicity in our cells? True - there are many times and emergencies where traditional medicine is effective and necessary to heal our physical ailments. It is at these times that Energy Healing can assist and speed the recovery process.
But what about our emotional diseases - how can we heal them if we are really having difficulty in even knowing what they are?
Quite simply, energy Healing balances our vibrations ( all health and disease has a vibration ) and in so balancing our "mind" - the body and soul will eventually come into balance or alignment with the mind. We are what we think after all Body Mind and Soul.
Take our poll below and let me know what you think.
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It has been proven that everything is energy - including our diseases of the body, mind and soul. Can traditional medicine be harming us more than helping us by creating more toxicity in our cells? True - there are many times and emergencies where traditional medicine is effective and necessary to heal our physical ailments. It is at these times that Energy Healing can assist and speed the recovery process.
But what about our emotional diseases - how can we heal them if we are really having difficulty in even knowing what they are?
Quite simply, energy Healing balances our vibrations ( all health and disease has a vibration ) and in so balancing our "mind" - the body and soul will eventually come into balance or alignment with the mind. We are what we think after all Body Mind and Soul.
Take our poll below and let me know what you think.
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