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San Marco Plaza, Lakewood Ranch

8209 Natures Way, Suite 221

Bradenton FL 34202

(941) 373-3955

  

Fire Cider for Immunity

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Eager to boost your immunity system?

This is a great time (and year) to focus on your health and immunity. Fire cider/tonic is a classic herbal concoction of Apple cider vinegar, spices and herbs that aids in gut health and boosts our immune system!

We carry Pure Fire Foods’ Fire Tonic in three different flavors: Original, Nectar and Chocolate. This specific fire tonic company is from Asheville, NC and hand crafted with love by David Rosenthal. His take on this tried and true medicine is unique by including a plethora of mushrooms to the mix. Not only are you influencing a healthy digestive system, but your neurological and immunity systems are highly supported by this proprietary blend of organic fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices and super mushrooms!

Original: apple cider vinegar, ginger, garlic, horseradish, onion, habanero, rosemary, Celtic sea salt, lemon, cayenne, black pepper, turmeric, burdock root, and a mushroom blend containing chaga, reishi, shiitake, cordyceps, maitake, lions mane, and turkey tail. 

Nectar: the Original ingredients plus coconut nectar.

Chocolate: the Nectar ingredients plus cacao!! Adds antioxidants and vitamins. Supports cardiovascular system.

(Our personal favorite!)

Michael Fox, one of our licensed massage therapists uses it in his daily regimen. “After at least one glass of water, I take a tablespoon of the Chocolate variety and wash it down with another tablespoon of water. It starts my day just right! The cacao is the perfect balance, pure sweet heat!” – Michael.

However, this fire tonic can be too spicy for some in the morning, some people like to take it before or after lunch in this case. 

For now we carry one size in stock, the 2oz bottle ($8) which is about 5 servings. However we can custom order different sizes for you upon request. 8oz – $22, 32oz – $67, or 64oz – $100.  

Come in to sample the three flavors anytime!

They make a great gift and a powerful plant ally for your health.

Read about Michael’s “Zen Fox” Massage Therapy, Energy & Sound Services by clicking this link.

Four Pillars is a Wellness Spa located in San Marco Plaza in Lakewood Ranch.  Services include Massage Therapy, Luxurious Facials and Med Spa Treatments, Reflexology, Energy & Sound Therapy.  There is also a bookstore and gift shop with Locally Roasted Coffee, essential oils, nutrition and skin care products. 8209 Natures Way, Suite 221, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202. Call us at 941-373-3955. 

Effective Ways to Stimulate Collagen, Hydration & Elasticity in the Skin

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Wondering where all that collagen went? As we age, our skin’s ability to produce collagen and hyaluronic acid diminishes and the elasticity declines. And depending on our lifestyle and activities, from too much sunning to unhealthy habits like smoking or poor diet, collagen breakdown can leave us weathered, wrinkled and sagging.

Four Pillars offers professional grade products, serums, and luxurious treatments for boosting collagen and restoring the hydration and elasticity in the skin creating the youthful, firm skin once again. 

Many collagen creams are unable to penetrate the many layers of skin without assistance due to the simple fact is that collagen is a huge molecule.  Remember, the single most important function of the skin is to separate the inside of you from the outside world.  Simply stated, your skin is engineered with many barriers that are designed to keep things from getting in, and with the exception of a few elements like sweat, your skin is also designed to keep your insides from getting out.

Here at Four Pillars, handheld tools like Rezenerate and Microneedling open channels in the pores so that hydrating and collagen stimulating products and serums can penetrate deeper layers of the skin where collagen is found.  We have also added the Elite MD HydraFacial machine to our skincare toolbox this summer.  The Elite MD HydraFacial utilizes the gentle power of water and specially formulated solutions for deep cleansing, exfoliating, and deep penetration of nourishing serums that hydrate, boost collagen and result in smoother, younger, more firm, glowing skin.

The Rezenerate Nanofacial is a professional grade, state of the art precision wand featuring a silicon chip that creates millions of microscopic channels in the uppermost layer of the skin making it ultra-absorbent for product penetration as well as stimulating collagen production.

Benefits:

  • Reduces fine lines & softens wrinkles
  • Improves sun damage & blemishes
  • Gives a delayed, yet gentle micro peel
  • Can be safely used around the eyes & even on the lips
  • Deeply exfoliating
  • Nourishing dry skin
  • Increases product absorption and efficacy

There is “no downtime” with this treatment. It is often referred to as “Microneedling Light.” In fact, Rezenerate is a great maintenance treatment to receive after a series of Microneedling treatments. The rezenerate treatment takes approximately 30 minutes. Our Rezenerate facial begins with a microdermabrasion to exfoliate the skin and prepare for the rezenerate treatment. Professional grade serums are custom chosen for your skin’s needs and applied for maximum absorption. All Four Pillars facials include relaxing massage therapy with organic lotions as well as acupressure on facial points to release stress and encourage relaxation.  The price is $140 for a Rezenerate Facial and $120 in a package of 3.

Microneedling (also known as Collagen Induction Therapy) involves utilizing tiny acupuncture needles to create controlled micro-injuries to the skin, which prompts skin to stimulate collagen and elastin production. The skin’s repair process results in a firmer dermis that also allows topical serums to be absorbed more effectively into the deeper layers of the skin.

A sterile onetime-use tip containing micro needles is used to penetrate the skin along with clinical grade hyaluronic acid and other custom chosen serums for your skin. The process takes less than 30 minutes. Following the treatment, your skin will be red, similar to a sunburn that one to two days depending on the number of passes and how deep the treatment penetrates the skin. A total of 3 to 6 treatments are recommended 21 days apart based on individual needs.

Benefit include:

  • Improves skin tone and texture
  • Softens crow’s feet
  • Lightens Hyperpigmentation
  • Improves appearance, texture & size of scars
  • Softens stretch marks
  • Can be used on face, back, arms, legs, buttocks and abdomen
  • Benefits can be seen for up to a year

To achieve maximal microneedling results, the needles should be inserted vertically into the middle layers of the dermis. The actual depth of penetration will vary as the thickness of the dermis also varies in different areas of the body.  A variety of surgical instrument have been developed that control the rate and depth of the needle insertions.  Some of these are manually administered, while devices that are actuated with reciprocating electric motors generate high rates of insertion, similar to tattoo devices.  Our microneedling machine goes from depths of .25 mm to 1 mm deep. In general, we start with .25 depth on the first treatment and increase to .5 and then to .75 over the course of three treatments spaced 21 days apart.  After 3 treatments, we can determine if more are needed for your desired results.

What makes micro-needling doubly interesting and effective, is the fact that when an acupuncture needle is inserted into the dermal collagen matrix, the fibroblast cells that generate collagen are stimulated to release a cascade of essential Growth Factors and boosts ADP energy in the cell.  The needle insertions cause this even when stimulating compounds are not used. 

Microneedling stimulates the fibroblast cells to release growth factors

We recommend microdermabrasion or Dermaplane before treatments to exfoliate the skin. During the microneedling treatment, 100% pure Hyaluronic Acid is put onto the skin to deeply hydrate the skin and the Pro Heal Serum from iS Clinical is also applied to calm the skin and assist the healing. This treatment is $165 or $140 in a package of 3.  This package can also be used for Deluxe HydraFacials as well as any other Four Pillars massage therapy or energy treatment at a 15% discount. 

HydraFacial with the Growth Factors Booster is another treatment that specifically helps boost collagen production in the deep layers of the skin. 

HydraFacial ReGen GF Booster benefits:

  • Designed to boost collagen and elastin production
  • Diminish the appearance of fine lines.
  • Captures and removes toxins and irritants

Key Ingredients:

  • M-007 Fulvate Complex
  • A wide range of proteins

HydraFacial DermaBuilder benefits:

  • Helps smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and enhances skin elasticity.

Key Ingredients:

  • Palmitoyl Dipeptide-5 Diaminobutyroyl: Peptide
  • Hydroxythreonine: Peptide
  • Palmitoyl Dipeptide-5 Diamionhydroxybutyrate: Peptide

HydraFacial also has LED light therapy wands that shine blue light to treat acne, or red light to build collagen and reduce fine lines and wrinkles. LED light therapy is included along with facial Lymphatic Drainage in the Elite Hydrafacial treatment for $195.  LED light therapy can be added to any treatment for $25.

At Four Pillars we take your skin care very seriously. We are excited to stay on the forefront of medical aesthetics. Our advanced and medical aestheticians provide custom facials for every skin type and budget. Our product lines include the PCA Skin and iS Clinical professional lines as well as the luxurious and effective organic line, Naturopathica.

** The information for this article was found on The American Medical Aesthetics webpage. www.amaskincare.com Additional information also obtained from the Rezenerate.com and the Hydrafacial.com webpages.

Four Pillars is located in San Marco Plaza at 8209 Natures Way, Suite 221, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202.  Learn more about our aestheticians, services and product lines at www.fourpillarsflorida.com/facial-services. You can schedule online, on the MindBody app, or call 941-373.3955.

Therapies for Your Mind, Body, and Spirit at Four Pillars

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Crystal Sound Bowl

At Four Pillars we appreciate and practice ancient traditions and therapies and are proud to bring these to our local community via seasoned wellness practitioners.  

Sound therapy is one of the oldest and most natural forms of healing. It uses the power of sound to restore one’s mind, body and spirit back to a state of balance. The harmonic vibrations from the instruments, such as quartz crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls, chimes, and rain sticks, have a deep penetrating effect on the body, promoting well-being. Because our bodies are made primarily of water, the vibrations create resonance and balance in the cells and elicit the relaxation response.

At Four Pillars we are not only offering top notch aesthetics and massage therapy to our community, but we also cultivate dynamic sound and energy therapy experiences. Dell Dell’Armo has an integrative approach to the body. His sessions include a selection of Trager, Zero Balancing, Reflexology, Craniosacral Therapy, Karuna Reiki and/or Thai Massage. Rebalancing the mind and body’s innate wisdom to heal itself is the intention and focus for each session.

The Zen Den at Four Pillars

For a completely unique and holistic therapy, we have also created “the Zen Fox” featuring Michael Fox’s melting pot of treatments including massage therapy, Reiki, sound therapy, Thai massage, acupressure, and cupping. Our relaxation experts can help you find the self-care, peace, and harmony you are seeking in stressful times. 

Four Pillars is a Wellness Spa located in San Marco Plaza in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. 8209 Natures Way, Suite 221. Four Pillars provides luxurious facials and med spa treatments, massage therapy, sound therapy and energy sessions, as well as life coaching. You can learn more about our services and practitioners on our website at www.fourpillarsflorida.com. 

Three Part Breath, A Self-Care Tip Everyone Can Do

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Written by Michael Fox

Three Part Breath

Three Part Breath

This year difficult news, business closures, political elections, economic hardships, heath concerns, and social isolation have taken a toll on our bodies.  When under stress, humans tend hold their breath. Unconsciously, this causes the muscles and facia of the body to tighten and create pain and even inflammation. Breathing is one of the simplest things that you can do to alleviate tension in the body. 

Michael Fox, a licensed massage therapist at Four Pillars, recommends the “Three Part Breath.”  In Yogic Practices it is called “Durga Pranayama.” Pranayama loosely translates to breathwork exercises. This practice is also  called diaphragmatic or abdominal breathing. “This is a very necessary and nurturing breathing practice.” He sees many clients that have neck, shoulder, and stomach tension, and believes that shallow breathing has a critical role in this dilemma. “Three-part breathing will help anyone needing to create more oxygen/blood circulation, improve organ function or even just to center yourself and relax.”

What you’ll need:

  • your body
  • a few moments of focus
  • a comfortable position, preferably lying down

Practice Explanation: 

Place one hand over the belly and the other on the chest. Exhale fully. Begin to inhale, drawing the breath into the belly, expanding the abdominal cavity, and utilizing the diaphragm. Continue drawing the inhale into the middle lungs, which expands the rib cage. When the breath reaches the top of the lungs, the upper chest will rise last. Exhaling, releasing the air starting from the chest down through the rib cage and last sinking the belly back down. Continue for 5-10 rounds or as long as desired until you feel your body relax. 

Michael says, breath work has been a powerful ally on his healing journey. It has helped him to become more present, more aware and in touch with his body. Pairing breath work with meditation or sound therapy can have even greater outcomes. 

Four Pillars is a Wellness Spa located in San Marco Plaza in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. 8209 Natures Way, Suite 221. Four Pillars provides luxurious facials and med spa treatments, massage therapy, sound therapy and energy sessions, as well as life coaching. You can learn more about our services and practitioners on our website at www.fourpillarsflorida.com.  

What to expect: Cupping Therapy

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Written by Michael Fox

 

Cupping Therapy

Cupping Therapy at Four Pillars

 What is cupping therapy?

Cupping has been around for centuries, primarily made popular though Traditional Chinese Medicine. Specially made cups made from glass, plastic or silicone use vacuum like pressure to create suction over an area on the body.  The cups can slide over wider areas of the body such as the back or upper leg, then left in place for targeted treatments.

What does it do?

Cupping creates drastic relief from muscular tension, improves blood and oxygen circulation, and helps range of motion. The suction from the cups hold pressure relief in specific areas of tension or imbalance by bringing oxygen and fresh blood to the area. When left in place, the continuous pressure is similar to neuromuscular or trigger point techniques. By sliding the cups, this motion works on stretching and releasing tight fascia that can hinder range of motion and good posture. It even acts upon the energy lines (meridians) of the body and has profound effects on our organs such as our lungs, heart, bladder and kidneys. There are many treatments that cupping can be used for.

What about bruising?

Photo: Dr Amanda Carter
LWR Acupuncture & Wellness

After a cupping treatment, typically, red, circular marks are left on the areas of focus. This is completely normal and will dissipate between 1-2 weeks, depending on how stagnant the area is. These marks are indications of imbalances within the tissue. Bruising will decrease as the stagnation resolves. By bringing fresh blood, oxygen and Qi (energy) to the area, it creates a flushing effect in the system. This can be considered a “micro trauma” which is a targeted treatment of self healing; red blood cells carrying oxygen flood the area thus activating the healing response in the tissue. This is great for old injuries, work out recovery and chronic muscle tension/fatigue.

Our cupping therapists have specialized certifications that allow them to practice this technique safely and responsibly.  If you feel this treatment might be right for you, ask out about adding to your next massage session.  We would love to talk with you about how you can treat your body, mind, and spirit better. To book your session now, call us at 941-373-3955 or book online at (https://fourpillarsflorida.com/massage-spa-services-lakewood-ranch)

Michael Fox’s background includes traditional Thai massage (stretching & pressure points), Reiki, dynamic cupping techniques and sound therapy. His love of yoga helped inspire him into the Eastern approach to healing including TCM theory, Thai bodywork, and Ayurvedic influences. Michael is certified in Meridian Fascial Cupping and is an NCBTMB Approved Cupping Instructor. 

Ready to Relax?

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air filter

We know that times are a bit stressful.  Are you ready to relax yet? Four Pillars has created a safe sanctuary where you can escape the world for a while. We have installed five Molekule air filters, one for each treatment room and one for our reception area, and one MEDIFY AIRX at our reception desk.  These innovative air purifiers are helping to give our clients and staff the benefit of peace of mind.

Molekule’s proprietary technology, Photo Electrochemical Oxidation (PECO), works at the molecular level to destroy pollutants. Developed over two decades by research scientists, PECO is an innovative technology that utilizes free radicals—the same radicals used to destroy cancer cells—to break down pollutants at a molecular level, including VOCs, bacteria, mold, viruses, and allergens. By using nanotechnology, PECO is able to destroy pollutants 1000 times smaller than the standard filters must meet to qualify as HEPA. Molekule Air+ Mini takes in the surrounding air from every angle. Air then travel through the pre-filter, trapping large allergens like dust and dander while slowing down VOCs on their way to the PECO filter where they are destroyed. A chemical reaction occurs when a nano-catalyst coated is activated by light, breaking down harmful pollutants to their most basic molecular components. (https://molekule.com/technology)

“The Air Pro RX, Air and Mir Mini air purifiers are intended for use in medical and healthcare facilities to destroy, by exposure to UV radiation, novel cornonavirus (SARS-CoV-2) entrained on the device filter.”

The Medify Air MA-40 Air Purifier blends upgraded technology and modern design and cleans a room up to 1,600 sq ft in one hour, 840 sq ft in 30 minutes, and 420 sq ft in 15 minutes (CADR 370). First, the pre-filter removes hair, fibers, and large particles like dander. Then, the high-efficiency H13 TRUE HEPA filter is tested to removed 99.9% of particles down to 0.1 microns. This medical-grade filter easily catches pollen, dust mites, and other tiny airborne particles you can’t see. The substantial carbon filter with carbon pellets remove toxic odors, smoke, and formaldehyde. The optional anion generator produces negative ions to charge particles and trap them inside the unit and give your air a fresh feel. (https://medifyair.com/pages/needtoknow)

In addition to our new air purifiers, we are diffusing On-Guard around the clock, spacing our clients out to allow for social distancing, providing masks for staff and for clients upon request, as well as our enhanced sanitation practices between services. We look forward to seeing you soon!

 

Brand New Skincare and Med Spa at Four Pillars!

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After many months of big changes and lots of uncertainty, Four Pillars is so happy to have gotten back to some normalcy in providing our community with much needed self-care and relaxation. 

As you may already know, we have a new aesthetician, Tanya Wiesner! Tanya was born in Guayaquil, Ecuador, a country straddling the equator on South America’s west coast. Tanya came to Miami in 1998 with a focus on International Business. Tanya is a graduate of Sacred Heart University in Connecticut where she lived for many years before having relocated to Florida where she is fortunate enough to call Lakewood Ranch home.

Tanya’s career as an Advanced Esthetician is her passion. Tanya decided to become an Esthetician because she is a warm and caring person and wanted to personally help her clients feel their best within their own skin. She understands that how we look also affects how we feel and enjoys developing personal treatment plans focused on realistic and satisfying results that build trust and long-term relationships. She offers professional skin consultations, innovative treatments, and customized product recommendations for each of her clients.

Tanya is trained and certified in a range of Advanced Facial Treatments & Facial Massage, Chemical Peels, Dermaplaning, Epiwave, HydraFacial, LED Treatments, Lymphatic Drainage, Microdermabrasion, and Microneedling. Tanya’s favorite facial treatment is the HydraFacial with Dermaplane add-on because her clients get to have glowing skin with no downtime while achieving skin glow, hydration, and radiance. Tanya incorporates aromatherapy as well as neck, shoulder, arm and hand massage during her treatments to enhance the pampering and luxuriousness of the overall experience.

We’ve also added The HydraFacial to our Signature Skincare lineup. This innovative “liquid dermabrasion-like” facial uses state-of-the-art vortex fusion skincare technology and begins with a facial lymphatic drainage massage increasing circulation and eliminating toxins. The skin is then given a deep cleanse using a lactic acid solution, followed by a mild, nonirritating glycolic/salicylic peel. The pores are cleared of congestion and debris, then a multitude of antioxidants and peptides, including Vitamins A & E, white tea extract, and rosemary are applied to help strengthen your skin and provide you with a firmer finish. Finally, LED light is used to help further reduce oily or congested skin, while also soothing irritation and redness. The end result is firmer, more radiant skin that lasts for weeks.

Be on the lookout for future blog posts in regards to our NEW Signature Skincare and MedSpa Treatments. We can’t wait to care for you! To book your session now, call us at 941-373-3955 or book online at (https://fourpillarsflorida.com/facial-services-lakewood-ranch/).

iS Clinical-Innovative Skincare

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Our newest skincare line at Four Pillars, iS Clinical, is an aesthetic favorite.  Known for INNOVATIVE SKINCARE endeavors to improve the physical and emotional well-being of people everywhere. iS Clinical employs the highest ethical and business standards as they advance the science of skin health – one face at a time. 

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The Benefits of Sports Acupuncture

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The Benefits of Sports Acupuncture

by Josh Zimmer, AP/DOM – Four Pillars Staff Acupuncturist

Back in July, while she was preparing for the World Triathlon Championships on Lake Geneva, Switzerland, Tina Goodman was struggling. A nagging groin injury threw into question her training in the crucial weeks before the event.

She was trying to build confidence, not worry.

Then Goodman, 64, remembered acupuncture. She’d tried the needles years ago for a painful foot neuroma and it had worked. After one session at Four Pillars, she once again found the relief she was looking for.

She suddenly could run again, as well as bike and swim without fear of injury. When the pain did return, she knew acupuncture could get her back on track. A half-dozen sessions later, Goodman was finishing 10th in her age group at the competition, 3rd among all American participants.

“When I injured my groin while running elevation on a treadmill to get ready for the hills in Switzerland, I thought of acupuncture as being the best treatment for me,” she said. “I felt immediate relief but then re-injured it running on sand in a triathlon. I had acupuncture again, which fixed the issue, and another before Switzerland.  I was able to participate in the world’s triathlon and every picture of me has a big smile on my face because I was running without pain.”

Goodman isn’t alone. In the sports world, many professional athletes have embraced the pain relief and motion promotion acupuncture renders. Green Bay Packers star quarterback Aaron Rogers is one. The hall-of-fame-bound passing machine has touted his acupuncturists’ work on an injured hamstring and left calf.

“She’s really helped me a lot,” he told a busy press conference.

According to Packer News, other fans include current and former NFL players Michael Strahan, James Harrison, James Farrior and Marcus Stroud; baseball players A.J. Burnett and Randy Johnson; NBA players Kobe Bryant, Steve Nash, Grant Hill, Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley; and professional golfers Fred Couples and Gary Player.

Professional athletes have access to the best care and their drive to success can generate a willingness to try different modalities. But any active person can tap into acupuncture’s ability to relax and stimulate healthy blood circulation to maintain one’s body and boost performance.

The kinds of injuries sustained while being physically active is endless, although in my experience shoulders, knees and ankles rank high among the most vulnerable. The twisting and weight bearing we ask of these joints is demanding.

Tina’s groin injury was different, although anyone who follows sports knows that it’s also very common.

First, let it be known that while the groin is a sensitive area, it is easily needled at shallow to moderate depth along a depression from the midline of the upper thigh laterally toward the hip. Experience also indicated that piriformis strain in the buttocks often transmits into the groin. Sure enough, palpation revealed significant tightness and pain across that highly engaged muscle, which connects the outer sacrum to the hip ball.

Ultimately, to make sure the groin pain wasn’t being aggravated or caused by a stressed piriformis we started by treating both before narrowing our focus to the groin.

Additional palpation revealed considerable thigh pain along the Iliotibial Band on the outside and the medial muscles on the inside. To promote peak pain relief and performance, later treatments includes acupuncture points in those areas, along with an important energizing point below the knee. The left groin was tight as well. Even though Tina wasn’t experiencing active pain, we performed similar acupuncture on that side for muscular balance.

This kind of hands-on, balanced approach applies to all patients, not just athletes. The results are usually very good.

Not everyone is a peak athlete like Goodman, whose training regimen would exhaust most people half her age – male and female. But there are countless others who play sports for fun and push their bodies more than the average couch potato. The calculus is the same:

Acupuncture can heal your injuries and return you from the sidelines to the playing field.

Josh Zimmer is a Nationally Certified, State Licensed Acupuncture Physician.  He is a 2008 graduate of the East West College of Natural Medicine in Sarasota, FL.  Josh is the acupuncturist at Four Pillars, providing natural healing for pain relief and digestive issues. He also treats symptoms of cancer, stroke and neuropathy. Four Pillars is located at 8209 Natures Way, Suite 221, Lakewood Ranch. For more information, call 941-373-3955, email Info@FourPillasFlorida.com or visit FourPillarsFlorida.com

 

What is Your Definition of Health?

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There’s a firehose of information about health soaking us with different approaches, practices, diets, detoxes, lifestyles plus technologies telling us how to be healthier, technologies that deplete us and others that protect us from the technologies that poison us.  We’re in the midst of a health revolution with billboards demanding our well-being. And the more choices there are the more confusing it can become. What’s right for me? What does my body need? What is in my energy field that needs clearing? What does my liver need…my kidneys….my fascia…..?  .… And the list goes on and on.

The great news is the health revolution ignites a new opportunity for our in-volution: to turn inward and connect to our higher intelligence, our deeper knowing and create a relationship with our bodies, minds, hearts and spirits. One of the benefits of building the relationship is a heightened awareness of when we are in sync with our natural health and when we are veering off course. By developing a practice of communication with the different aspects of our makeup, we can gather valuable information to inform and guide us toward what we need in order to live and sustain a healthy life.


One of the most powerful approaches for in-volution is through a gentle dialogue sparked through questions which open us up to possibilities beyond what we think we already know about ourselves.  Try these inquiries to check into each aspect of your HEALTH and see what each of them has to offer to help guide you in making the appropriate choices for living your life of H-E-A-L-T-H.

Harmony: When I am in balance and harmony what does my life look like? What am I experiencing? How do I feel?

Energy: On a scale of 1 – 5 (where 1 is numb or depleted and 5 is inspired and joyful) where is your energy level? What would be the benefit for taking it up a notch or keeping it where it is now?

Attitude: Our attitude is how we perceive the world. It’s our filter creating our version of reality. Circle the words or phrases that best represent your current attitude towards your health.

  • Concerned or Complacent. 
  • Whatever or Urgent.
  • Low priority or High priority.
  • I’m not OK the way I am or I am the best I can be now.
  • There’s nothing I can do about it or I take responsibility and action for my health.
  • I don’t have the money to spend on my health or There’s always a way to pay for my well-being. 
  • I don’t have enough time to take care of myself or I find the time no matter what.

Listen: How do you listen to yourself? What’s your relationship with listening to yourself? What gets in the way of listening to yourself?  What thoughts attract you and what thoughts repel you? If you were to expand your ability to listen to yourself, what would you have?

Tenderness:  How do you tend to treat yourself (circle all that apply): judging – blaming –  demanding – over-scheduled –  spontaneous –  self-caring – spaciousness –  kind – patient –  self-compassionate –  self-loving.

Heart: Pause for a moment.Take a deep breath. Focus on your heart. Take another deep breath. Ask yourself: if my heart could speak what would it tell me now?

What insights have you gained about your definition of HEALTH? What aspects of HEALTH would you like to experience more of? What is one thing that you could do today to experience more HEALTH in your life?

According to the World Health Organization, health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. In Africa the definition of health is full participation in life. What’s your definition for your health?

Having a trusted practitioner to help navigate and align with the right combination of practices, interventions, modalities and routines for YOUR health is invaluable. At Four Pillars our mission is to provide wellness services, educational experiences, and social activities that foster the four pillars of health: Mind, Body, Spirit, and Social Connection. Our team of highly qualified practitioners, healers and teachers share a passion: to serve humanity to experience and sustain their own health and well-being. Visit us and experience more HEALTH in your life!

Lydia Gracing is a Joyologist with a mission to engage others to be their own joyologist! She is a certified Institute of HeartMath Coach®, Angel Intuitive and Energy Medicine Practitioner. She provides intuitive counseling, education and energy therapies to uplift, inspire and restore health. She offers coaching and training services at Four Pillars. For more information or to schedule a free phone consultation with Lydia, call 941-373-3955, email Info@FourPillarsFlorida.com or visit www.FourPillarsFlorida.com

Lydia Gracing