Resources
What I'd Tell You Anyway
Some I use on myself, some I use on clients, and some are purely for the work you do between visits. All of them have earned their place on this list.
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Achedaway Scraper — $129
MOST RECOMMENDED
"This is the one I reach for when a body needs a little convincing. It releases lymphatic fluid, smooths out muscle strain and cramps, and fits beautifully in the hand. At the end of a long day I use it on my own hands and feet — and it feels absolutely yummy. It has heat, it's rechargeable, and — crucially — you can actually use it on yourself. That's not nothing." -
NeilMed Sinus Rinse
SINUS SUPPORT
"If you live in Sonoma, you already know. Add 12 drops of apple cider vinegar to the saline — the vinegar kills off any bacteria before it can turn into an infection. Start with 12 drops and work up from there. Unglamorous? Absolutely. Life-changing? Also yes." -
Banyan Nasya Oil
SINUS SUPPORT
"For when the sinuses swing the other way — dry, tight, scratchy. Tilt your head back, place 3 to 5 drops in each nostril, and sniff gently. An old Ayurvedic remedy that works quietly and well. I keep it on my bedside table." -
Trigger Point Hook
BETWEEN SESSIONS
"The knobs get into places your hands simply can't — under the scapula, deep into the piriformis for sciatica, along the spine. Hook it over your shoulder, pull gently, and let gravity do half the work. Several of my clients have adopted it and never looked back." -
Acumobility Ball
BETWEEN SESSIONS
"This is your between-sessions companion. The right size and the right firmness. Wide enough to actually do something, soft enough not to make you yelp. Use it under your feet, against a wall on your back, or under your hip. Comes with a genuinely useful manual. I recommend it constantly." -
Incrediwear Socks, Knee & Ankle Sleeves
CIRCULATION
"Works by increasing circulation rather than squeezing — genuinely comfortable all day. They make socks, knee sleeves, ankle sleeves and more. After you've had them on for a while, check that the band at the top isn't cutting in. A sock that restricts at the top defeats the whole purpose." -
White & Apple Cider Vinegar
HOUSEHOLD STAPLE
A quiet workhorse in every room. Cleaning, sinus rinse, a small amount in water internally to keep things moving. One bottle, many jobs." -
Castor Oil
HOUSEHOLD STAPLE
"For digestion and lymphatic support, put a small amount in your belly button before sleep — a warm pad on top if you like, but it works without. For skin and hair, dilute with any oil so it spreads easily. It's thick, it's old fashioned, and it works."
Books & Podcasts
These books cover mind, body, and spirit — the essential territory of health and wellness. I return to them often and recommend them freely.
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Prescriptive Stretching
Kristian Berg
A muscle-by-muscle stretching guide designed to relieve tension, improve flexibility, and address specific areas of pain or tightness. -
Body by Breath
Jill Miller
Explores the science of breathing and its connection to physical and emotional resilience, offering over 100 techniques including breathwork, movement, rolling, and restorative rest. -
The Biology of Belief (10th Anniversary)
Bruce H. Lipton
Draws on epigenetics to make the case that beliefs and thoughts influence cellular biology, arguing the mind plays a central role in shaping physical health. -
Your Brain on Art
Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross
A science-backed exploration of how engaging with the arts transforms the brain, supports emotional well-being, and promotes healing across the lifespan. -
The Body Heals Itself
Emily A. Francis
A practical guide to stimulating the vagus nerve through accessible daily practices, including deep breathing, humming, cold exposure, and movement, to reduce inflammation and calm the nervous system. -
Daily Vagus Nerve Exercises
Reiner Hartmann
A practical guide to stimulating the vagus nerve through accessible daily practices, including deep breathing, humming, cold exposure, and movement, to reduce inflammation and calm the nervous system. -
The Vital Psoas Muscle
Jo Ann Staugaard-Jones
An in-depth look at the psoas muscle and its connection to posture, pain, and overall well-being, with practical guidance on releasing and strengthening it. -
Fascia: What It Is and Why It Matters
David Lesondak
An accessible introduction to the fascial system and its role in movement, pain, and health, written for both practitioners and general readers. Available in two editions. -
Don't Believe Everything You Think
Joseph Nguyen
A short, accessible guide to breaking free from anxious and self-limiting thought patterns by examining how thinking itself is the root of suffering.
Music
Singing bowls are what I return to.
There is something about the resonance that the body just recognises.
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Music for Deep Meditation: Tibetan Singing Bowl
Inner Splendor Media
A two-track recording of handmade Tibetan singing bowls, designed to support deep meditation, yoga, and healing sessions. Track one features a single bowl struck in a slow, steady rhythm; track two layers multiple bowls for a richer, more immersive sound.
Using Claude for Your Health
Most of us leave a doctor's appointment with more questions than answers. Claude is a free AI tool that can translate medical reports into plain English, help you prepare questions before an appointment, and make sense of a diagnosis that felt like it landed in a foreign language. I use it with clients regularly. If you'd like a hand getting started, just ask me.
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Have a remedy, a book, a piece of music, a tool, or an old wives' remedy passed down through the generations? I'd love to hear about it.
Email me and if it's a good fit, we'll add it to the list. This page grows best when we grow it together!
