Prairie Song Healing Arts

09/22/2025

Today in the northern hemisphere is the , which begins the seasonal element of in the 5 Element theory.

Today, Yin and Yang are balanced, and we will be moving to more Yin dominance as we progress to the Winter Solstice.

Yin is more internal. It is a good time for inner reflection. Supportive activities are meditation, journaling, gentle yoga, reading, and mindful walking. But we still need to keep some Yang activities as well so we can maintain some balance.

Nature is also going within, so nutrients are being pulled back down into the roots. This makes it a good time to consume nourishing root vegetables.

Lungs are the organ system of the Metal element. This is a season where we see a lot of respiratory infections, so we want to support our lungs to help prevent or reduce these infections. Stay hydrated as the air gets drier, and focus on your breathing so the lungs get plenty of air.

It is also a good time to focus on , which is the healing emotion of the Metal element. It is not unusual to feel sad as the leaves fall and we move to more darkness. Being aware and remembering the good things we have can increase our contentment and help us heal.

As always, a regular practice of the Qigong 5 Element Active Exercise can help keep you in balance.

Wishing you a healthy and contented Autumn!

09/21/2025

How fortuitous that falls on the last day of , whose focus is

It’s also a , so this will certainly help me set intentions for this lunar cycle ☮️

08/30/2025

My view for the final QIGONG AT SYLVAN Saturday morning practice group. Taking advantage of the Late Summer Earth energy, and appreciating the rock art someone placed in the park.

08/01/2025

When you have free time and the temps are great, but the air quality is not, you grab a mask and take a walk.

07/03/2025

REMINDER: There is no First Friday practice group in July, but there will still be the free Qigong at Sylvan Saturday morning from 9:30-10:00.

Enjoy your holiday! 🇺🇸

06/20/2025

Healing blessings for the Summer Solstice

In Qigong 5 Element healing theory, we have entered the Fire Element, and we are at Highest Yang energy. What we know about Fire includes:
Color - Red
Organ System - Heart
Positive Emotion - Joy
Negative Emotion - Hate
Qigong Active Exercise - Breathing of the Universe

Being Highest Yang, the season supports more activity. It’s a good time for exercise, activity, and being outdoors. It’s helpful to keep a joyful heart, too.

While the energy supports activity, we must also focus on Internal Refinement with more quiet and contemplative activities, such as meditation, reading, and journaling. Energy blocks occur when we are not in balance.

If we feel that our Fire energy is too strong, either physically or emotionally, we can help calm the fire through light exercise, like gentle walking or Qigong Active Exercises. We can also help cool ourselves by drinking water, or eating foods such as melon, soup, and vegetables.

There are 2 opportunities to participate in free Qigong activities this weekend:
First, there is the Mid-year Energy Boost chanting by Master Lin and the Tibetan Monks. It can be live-streamed Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9:00-9:30am. I believe a replay will be available until the next day. You can register here: https://www.springforestqigong.com
Second, I will be leading Qigong at Sylvan in Greenwood Park Saturday morning from 9:30-10:00am. Because of the Solstice energy, we’ll be doing the 5 Element Healing active exercises, plus a couple of others to help give our energy a boost. We meet behind the seats at the Sylvan Theater. No experience necessary.

Cheers with my water bottle + electrolytes to a healthy and prosperous Summer!

📷 photos of me by Ivory House Photography

06/10/2025

Half way through my 11th year of corporate chair massage with this lovely company!

06/06/2025

Massage therapist in the house!

06/06/2025

18 clean face rest covers ready for chair massage Friday morning for elementary school teachers’ last day of the school year 🧑‍🏫 💆

06/06/2025

Qigong notes:
June 6 First Friday practice group will begin at 1:00 instead of noon. $10
June 7 begins the summer series Qigong at Sylvan. We will meet behind the seats at Sylvan Theater in Greenwood Park from 9:30-10:00 to practice Qigong. $0

No experience necessary

05/15/2025

Today we wear green for mental health awareness through the Iowa Healthiest State Initiative. It’s OK to not be OK. As I teach my massage clients and Qigong students, listen to your body, give yourself grace, and do what you need to do to heal. 💚

04/14/2025

It’s not unusual to see a spike in respiratory symptoms with the change of season, so here is a handy self-care technique to assist. I find it more effective at early onset, but it is a great ally when used with conventional medicine, too. As always, consult your physician with serious ailments.

💨 Breathing Problems? Try This Simple Cupping Technique! 💨

Clear lung and chest congestion naturally with this easy self-healing practice! 🌬️✨

👐 HOW TO:
1️⃣ Open your left hand and extend your arm, palm facing up.
2️⃣ Shape your right hand like a cup (as if holding water).
3️⃣ Firmly pat (cup) the inside of your left arm from shoulder to wrist, moving every couple of inches.
4️⃣ Repeat for 1 minute, then switch arms.

🔁 HOW OFTEN: As often as you’d like!

This technique helps open energy blockages along the lung and heart channels, promoting better breathing and circulation. Try it today! 💖

👉 Learn more self-healing techniques: https://www.springforestqigong.com/product/head-to-toe-healing-your-bodys-repair-manual