Inhale Wellness Studio

02/19/2026

Ever been curious about “how” acupuncture works?? Here’s a great biomechanical explanation in a recent Acupuncture Today article. Check it out here. Insightful read!

Editor’s Note: Part 1 of this six part series appeared in the September 2025 issue; part 2 in the October issue; and part 3 in the November issue.

02/13/2026

What I’ve been saying in clinic a lot this year!

“ if you always do what you’ve always done, you will always get what you’ve always had.”

I first heard this quote in a yoga class with my friend many many years ago. It has stuck with me and has moments where it rises into attention more than other times. It seems as of late, I have been hearing myself say these words to patients, and thinking them to myself along the way.

This morning, as I was reading in Louise Hay’s, You Can Heal Your Life, I came to the chapter about a willingness to change. In the reading, she says:

“we all want to have our lives change, to have situations become better and easier, but WE don’t want to HAVE to change. We would PREFER that THEY change. In order to have this happen, WE MUST CHANGE INSIDE. We must change our way of thinking, change our way of speaking, change our way of expressing ourselves. Only then will the outer changes occur.“

So, that brings me too a few questions for you to ponder. What is it that you need to change to be able to make room for the things you aspire to? What is holding you back from letting go of who you once were and acknowledge the beliefs that are holding you stagnant and allowing yourself transformation into the vision of life you are dreaming?

Please share if this resonates. And certainly comment if you have a story to share or something comes up inspired by these words.

02/01/2026

Have you been wanting a yoga class with me?? Well here’s your chance and it’s FREE.

I will be teaching an all levels flow with some gentle warm up, some spicy center heat and some restorative slow down. Great for all levels.

Where: Meigs County Public Library, 216 W Main Street, Pomeroy, ohio

When: Wednesday, February 4th, 6-7pm

What to bring: a strap, 2 blocks and a blanket or beach towel along with your mat

Thanks to Yoga on the River - Pomeroy for the invite.

01/13/2026

Join Michelle for a weekend of relaxation, nature and some of the best healing mineral waters. You will experience unique opportunities to soak, hike, relax, connect, and more on this weekend get a away.
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Michelle has curated the perfect services and explored amazing locations designed to reconnect you to yourself and the natural world around you for a deeply relaxing and rejuvenating start to the summer season.
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All you need to do is choose what option is right for your lodging and send in your registration fee to hold your spot. The rest will be organized and taken care of for you.

Registration can be found at https://www.inhaleyoga.org/retreat or by clicking the link in the bio. Hope you can join in.

01/13/2026

Come with me to see why this sweet hotel, park and mineral springs are getting so much hype. Wellness Retreat May 15-27, 2026. Registration open now. Find it here:

https://www.inhaleyoga.org/retreat

01/12/2026

We are live!! Berkley Springs Wellness Weekend Retreat May 15-17, 2026 information and registration now published on the website. Space is limited and registration before February 15 is encouraged to ensure spa service times are available for reservation. This place is booked well in advance and the closer it gets, the less likely there is availability.

Feel free to share and invite a friend to join you. Spa weekends are always best when you are doing it together.

https://www.inhaleyoga.org/retreat

01/08/2026

If you always do what you’ve always done, you always get what you’ve always had. A yoga teacher friend said this in class years ago and it has always stuck.

If the ways you’ve been trying to manage your wellness aren’t working, maybe it’s time to see a licensed acupuncturist for a deeper dive and a wholistic look at all the parts (not just your symptoms).

Patients tell me all the time they wish they had tried acupuncture sooner. So here’s your inspiration. Try it now. Change this one thing and see what ripple effect it has on all the things.

I’m here to help. Reach out to chat and get on the schedule.

Also, comment PODCAST if you’d like the link to this talk with where we dive into acupuncture, how it works and why you should try it out.

01/05/2026

Seven star or plumb blossom needling is a Traditional Chinese Medicine technique using a hammer-like tool with multiple fine needles to gently tap the skin, stimulating acupuncture points and meridians to help release tension in overused and over worked muscles by moving qi and blood back into the area to invigorate and restore function. It should only be done by a licensed acupuncturist who knows proper technique, areas to avoid and reasons to use this tool.

This technique can be used to treat various conditions like pain, digestive issues, skin problems (like alopecia), and neurological disorders, promoting circulation and removing stagnation without deep pe*******on. This technique is often used alongside other therapies, and after this I did manual therapy on her head, neck and upper back to help further balance the muscle tensions leading to pain and headaches.

How it works

The tool: A handle with several (often seven) small, fine needles arranged in a circular pattern.

The technique: A practitioner gently taps or pricks the skin’s surface along meridian lines or specific points, causing microtrauma that stimulates blood flow and Qi (energy).

Mechanism: It’s believed to remove “stasis” (blockages), promote regeneration, and improve local and systemic function by activating the body’s healing response.

I offer this treatment in the clinic and most often use it for hard to release tensions in upper back, neck and shoulders, though I’ve had good success with helping post herpetic neuralgia (shingles pain post infection) as well.

If you want to learn more or experience this treatment for yourself, reach out. I’m here to help.

12/31/2025

2025 had its ups and downs just like any other year. I always love taking time at the end to look back at my photos and journal entries to remember just how beautiful this life can be… even in its challenges.

Many things I set out to accomplish and move forward happened, and many things did not. I’m regrouping on those and will try a new approach in 2026 if they still matter to me and feel like worthy pursuits.

I’m grateful to my friends, family, colleagues, patients and business collaborators. Your trust and partnership in my work and life mean so much more than words on a social media post. Thank You!

As always, I continue to dream big, reach big and live a big life full of adventure, wonder, connection and authenticity. What a gift it is to get to live and experience so much each day and year. I do my best to not waste it.

Looking forward to more travel, time with friends and family, solo adventures, patient care and progresses, expanding Adventure Ohio and what life has in store for me in 2026.

Thanks to those along the journey with me.
.hess .domes .e.moore

12/15/2025

Don’t lose out on your contributions to your wellness account. If you have a remaining balance on your 2025 HSA/FSA CARDS, why not prepay a service package? I can get you set up with a prepaid treatment plan before the year ends. Then roll into the new year with sessions waiting for you. Best gift ever!

call or text me
to get it set up.

12/01/2025

IⓂ️Ⓜ️une Boost roller blend making has commenced. I’ve got 7 remaining. Let me know if you want one or some. Great little stocking stuffers or travel companions for wellness.