Lemon Balm Clinic Katoomba

15/11/2025

World Acupuncture Day – A Moment to Honour an Ancient Healing Tradition

Today is World Acupuncture Day, and it’s a wonderful opportunity to reflect on this remarkable medicine and the intention behind the day itself.

World Acupuncture Day marks the anniversary of acupuncture being recognised by UNESCO as part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The purpose of the day is to celebrate the depth of Chinese medicine, acknowledge the growing body of evidence supporting acupuncture’s effectiveness, and recognise the many people around the world who benefit from this gentle yet profound healing art.

For me, acupuncture is far more than a profession — it has been my calling for over 20 years. I left my engineering career in 2004 to dedicate myself fully to Chinese medicine, and I’ve never looked back. Over the decades, I’ve supported thousands of people with issues ranging from stress, sleep concerns, digestion, hormonal health, and lingering illness to deeper emotional imbalances. This work continues to inspire me every day.

I’ve been honoured to receive recognition along the way, including awards for both my practice and the clinics I’ve founded, but what matters most is witnessing how this medicine supports people to feel more grounded, more comfortable in their bodies, and more connected to their own innate capacity for healing.

Acupuncture offers a holistic way of tending to body, mind, and spirit. It works with the body’s natural intelligence, helping to restore balance, ease discomfort, calm the nervous system, and support overall vitality.

If you’ve been thinking about acupuncture — or if someone you know could benefit from gentle, supportive care — I’m available here in Katoomba and would be honoured to work with you.

If you’d like to book or learn more, you can visit my website (Oriental Wisdom) or get in touch.

11/11/2025

I (Tania) would like to share this informative conversation by my teacher, Simon Blow, on Qigong and its role in supporting people through cancer treatment and recovery.

This discussion explores how gentle movement, breath, and mindful intention can help activate the body’s natural healing energy. It touches on emotional support, immune function, and simple practices that can help people find a sense of calm and connection during challenging times.

If you’re curious to experience Qigong for yourself, I run classes in Blackheath on Friday afternoons at 4pm. It’s a wonderful opportunity to explore this gentle practice and discover how movement can bring ease, grounding, and presence.

Feel free to get in touch if you’d like more information or to join us.

About this Episode:In this inspiring conversation, we explore the powerful connection between Qigong, cancer recovery, and integrative oncology. Discover how...

31/10/2025

A new presence graces the clinic…

During Tania's time in Shanghai, she visited the serene Jade Buddha Temple — a place filled with quiet devotion and exquisite artistry. While there, she found a beautiful scroll of Quan Yin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, which now hangs in the reception area of the clinic.

In this scroll, Quan Yin stands gracefully on clouds, holding a lotus flower — a symbol of purity and spiritual awakening — with three more lotuses blooming at her feet. The lotus rises from the mud unstained, reminding us that even through life’s challenges, we can cultivate grace, wisdom, and compassion.

We love that people waiting for their appointments can gaze on her and feel a sense of calm and gentle presence. For us, she embodies compassion in action, helping to restore balance and ease suffering through gentle care.

Next time you’re in the clinic, take a moment to sit with her presence.

30/10/2025

Recent research is uncovering links between how we feel and the tension in our fascia, the connective tissue that wraps our muscles and organs. In short, emotions like stress, anxiety, and joy might show up as fascia tightness, shaping movement and comfort. This evolving science highlights the mind-body connection tangibly and reminds us to nurture both emotional and physical well-being. 🍃
If you are noticing persistent tension, a holistic approach that includes gentle fascia-focused therapy could be worth exploring.
I am Marga, and I'm here to help.
Book your appointment via my website, or 📞 on 0438710281

28/10/2025

Tania is back in clinic!

After an inspiring trip to China visiting the Traditional Chinese Medicine Museum, the Shanghai Qigong Research Institute, and spending time immersed in Qigong practice, Tania has returned refreshed and full of new insights to share.

With the weather in the mountains swinging between warm days and chilly days (like today), now is the perfect time to support your body in adapting to these seasonal shifts. Acupuncture can help strengthen your immune system, balance your energy, and keep your body resilient through change.

If you’ve been feeling tired, run down, or just not quite yourself, a treatment can help you find your balance again.

Bookings are now open – visit lemonbalmclinic.com.au
or call the clinic to make your appointment.

13/10/2025

This spring in the mountains is absolutely gorgeous but hayfever can be exhausting. Massage can help with sinus drainage to ease congestion, manual lymphatic drainage techniques for immune support or aromatherapy. Contact Elyssa for enquiries or to book your massage appointment on 0468 848 858 🌺

25/09/2025

Have you noticed how your energy shifts with the seasons?

Spring often sparks new ideas, summer burns bright but busy, autumn invites reflection, and winter asks us to slow down.

Our lives move through these cycles — and so do our bodies and minds. When we ignore those natural rhythms, we can feel scattered, tired, or stuck. But when we align with them, we find focus, flow, and resilience.

That’s the inspiration behind Tania's Seasonal Self-Care eBooks — practical guidance from Chinese medicine to help you care for yourself in harmony with the seasons.

And while they’re written with each season in mind, the practices are relevant all year round.

You can explore the full series here: https://www.orientalwisdom.com.au/shop/

12/09/2025

Recently, a client asked me why I was completing a Bowen procedure on her ankle, feet and toes when she had backpain! 🙃 😂
I hope this picture clarifies things somewhat, in that it shows one of the main myofascial (muscle and fascia, i.e. connective tissue) tracts in the body, the Superficial Back Line, or SBL. This tract connects the entire back surface, from the bottom of the foot, to the brow.
Each Bowen move, though gentle and done at a superficial level of fascia, has referred reactions to other areas along this tract, including to the internal organs through stimulation of the skin, muscles and nerves.
So in this case, doing Bowen moves on the feet helped to resolve tight hamstrings which were associated with the clients' lower back pain.
If you are considering trying Bowen Therapy, give Marga a call on 0438710281, or make an appointment at www.bluegumbowentherapy.com

11/09/2025

If you’ve ever been curious about Tania's journey from engineering to Chinese medicine, you can read all about it in the latest Brave magazine! In this Spring edition, themed Built to Evolve, she shares how curiosity, courage, and a love of learning guided her from the corporate world into a career she's truly passionate about — helping people feel empowered, aligned, and well.

Read the full article online and discover how growth with grit can lead to personal reinvention, seasonal self-care, and a life that feels deeply fulfilling.

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08/09/2025

Tania recently spoke with Sallyanne on the Eating for You Podcast about the wisdom of springtime eating from a Chinese medicine perspective. They explored how to transition smoothly from winter to spring with seasonal foods, gentle cooking, and the support of the Liver.

Enjoy this podcast and listen to our discussion on your favourite podcast platform!

What’s the best way to transition from winter to spring without a diet?

Spring isn’t about crash diets or cold salads! ❌

Learn why gentle cooking, sour flavors, and light, warm meals help your body transition smoothly into the season of renewal.

🎙 Tune into the Eating for You Podcast for all the insights, via your favourite podcast platform, the link in my bio,

YouTube: https://youtu.be/c2Hj1aaPMls
The Eating for You website: https://eatingforyou.com.au/podcast/

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06/09/2025

A huge thank you to everyone who came along to our Open Day on Saturday. Together, we raised funds for WIRES while sharing what we love most — supporting health and wellbeing through natural therapies.

We hope you enjoyed your mini treatments, Jennifer Craig’s insightful talk on The Effects of Trauma on Wellbeing, and the chance to meet and chat with our wonderful practitioners.

It was such a joy to welcome so many of you into the clinic and to see people discovering new ways to care for their health and wellbeing.

✨ Congratulations to Karen, who won the raffle and will be enjoying a complimentary treatment of her choice!

If you tried a therapy you loved, why not book in for a full session and continue the journey toward better health? Our practitioners would be delighted to support you further.

We’d also love to hear from you — leave a comment below and share what you enjoyed most about the day.

From all of us at Lemon Balm Clinic — thank you for being part of such a special day.

06/09/2025

Today’s the day!

Our doors are open and our wonderful practitioners are ready to welcome you.

Come on in, explore natural therapies, enjoy $10 mini treatments, and help us raise funds for WIRES.

See you at Lemon Balm Clinic, 99 Lurline St, Katoomba!