ShaktiShiva Wellness

01/03/2026

Anyone else slowly trying to remember how to be a human again after the holidays?
Your body is adjusting too.
Move gently, breathe deeply, and give yourself a little grace.

01/02/2026

Monthly massage isn’t indulgent — it’s maintenance.
Consistent bodywork supports:
• Nervous system regulation
• Better posture
• Reduced pain
• Faster recovery
• Improved mobility
Your body thrives with regular care, not occasional rescue.
Contact me today to set up your recurring appointments

01/01/2026

New Year’s Day isn’t a race to become a new version of yourself.
Your body doesn’t magically reset overnight — it eases into change.
Today, give yourself permission to move slowly, breathe deeply, and honor whatever pace feels right.
Rest is a valid way to begin the year.

12/31/2025

As the year closes, I just want to say thank you.
Thank you for trusting me with your care.
Thank you for showing up for your body.
Thank you for allowing me to be part of your healing and your growth.
Here’s to more ease, more alignment, and more joy in 2026.

12/31/2025

Add cupping to any of your appointments with me and start receiving its amazing benefits.

🩸 It’s not just a bruise—it’s a biological switch.

We’ve all seen the purple circles.

From Olympic swimmers to your favorite CrossFit coach, cupping therapy has been trending for years.

Most people assume it’s just for deep tissue release or pain relief.

But a groundbreaking 2025 study just completely changed how we look at those marks.

Researchers published their findings in PLOS ONE, focusing specifically on university baseball players.

They wanted to see if cupping did more than just loosen tight shoulders.

They split the athletes into groups: one received real "dry cupping" suction (-400 mmHg), and the other got a "sham" version with barely any pressure.

They measured them for 8 weeks during intense preseason conditioning.

The results were wild.

The athletes who got the real cupping didn’t just feel better.

Their bodies physically recovered faster at a nervous system level.

The study found that cupping significantly improved the recovery of the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS).

Specifically, it helped the athletes switch out of "Sympathetic" mode.

That’s your body’s "fight or flight" stress response—the state that burns energy and halts recovery.

And it switched them into "Parasympathetic" mode.

That’s the "rest and digest" state where actual growth and repair happen.

In the high-stress world of athletics, the ability to flip that switch quickly is the difference between burnout and a breakthrough.

So the next time you see those purple circles, don't just think "pain relief."

Think of them as a remote control for your nervous system. 🧠

References: Chen, C. L., & Tang, J. S. (2025). Effects of dry cupping on exercise, autonomic activity and sleep in baseball players during preseason and in-season conditioning. PLOS ONE, 20(2), e0319479.

12/30/2025

As the year winds down, your body might be carrying more tension than you realize — from holiday stress, travel, emotions, or simply trying to do too much.
Today’s invitation: choose one small act of self‑care that helps you come back home to yourself.
A few ideas:
• A slow, intentional stretch
• Five deep belly breaths
• A warm shower to soften tight muscles
• A quiet moment with your hand on your heart
Self‑care doesn’t have to be big or perfect. It just has to be yours.

12/29/2025

Ever notice your muscles feel tighter in the winter?
Cold temperatures cause your body to instinctively contract to conserve heat — which means more tension in your neck, shoulders, and low back.
A few ways to help:
• Warm showers or heating pads
• Slow stretching
• Staying hydrated
• Regular movement
Your body isn’t ‘failing’ — it’s adapting.

12/29/2025

Your January self will thank you for planning ahead.
Appointments for the new year are open — and this is the perfect time to set the tone for how you want to feel in 2026.
If you’re craving grounding, alignment, or a reset, I’d love to support you.

12/27/2025

This week between Christmas and New Year’s is a strange little void.
No one knows what day it is.
Time is fake.
Your body still deserves care.

12/26/2025

Travel, rich food, long drives, and disrupted routines can leave your body feeling stiff and foggy.
A simple post‑holiday reset:
• Hydrate more than you think you need
• Gentle stretching (especially hips + low back)
• A few minutes of diaphragmatic breathing
Small things make a big difference in how your body recalibrates.

12/25/2025

Wishing you warmth, rest, and connection today.
Whether your day is loud, quiet, joyful, complicated, or all of the above — may you find a moment that feels like peace.