How To Ignite Your Inner Warrior
Remember how it felt to be unaccepted by the cool kids in the class? It seemed as if you were a pariah, and were only attracting the kinds of people that you didn’t identify with at all. Perhaps it made you feel lonely, or ashamed for not being who you really were. Truth is, on […]
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5 Ways To Energetically Take Up Space When You’re Feeling Small
We all have our good days, when we’re feeling on top of the world, our vibrations are high, our manifesting mojo is top notch, we feel comfortable in our skin, our self-love is at its peak, and we’re practically exuding awesomeness. These are days when we might as well have a large “S” emblazoned on our […]
7 Habits That Help Highly Sensitive Warriors Shine
Do you feel like an “Energy Sponge”? Does being stuck with a gigantic crowd of people sound as exciting as sticking a fork in your eye? Does some intentional solitude rejuvenate you? If you’re a Highly Sensitive Warrior (HSW) or Empath, chances are that you may identify with the above questions. Here’s the secret about thriving as an […]
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A Manifesting Poem Towards Personal Liberation
Before I became a Licensed Acupuncturist and Reiki Master/Teacher, my background was in zines (I was editrix for an independently published print magazine called Bamboo Girl Zine, which explored, racism, sexism, and homophobia from a mixed-race Asian/Pinay point of view), independent media, spoken word/poetry, performance art, and community activism. All the while, I nourished my juicy […]
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Why Smudging Your Body With White Sage Is A Must For Every Highly Sensitive Warrior (A Guide To Smudging)
Smudging is the ancient practice of burning medicinal, sacred herbs with the intention of clearing the energy of your home, office, an object, or yourself. It corrects and balances the energy, immediately. It cleanses negativity and even kills germs, as this article states. It’s like taking an energetic shower! White Sage is one of the more […]
7 Things You Will Not Be Able To Tolerate As You Start To Awaken
Some people think that once you start awakening into greater consciousness, that you will instantly be imbued with a super-magnetic purple hue of kickassedness, suddenly impervious to all pain and being enveloped by past triggers ever again. Some people think that once you begin to own your power, that your hair flows perfectly, as if […]
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5 Slightly Obsessive Things We Acupuncturists Do To Stay Healthy
Today, I am going to let you in on a secret – we acupuncturists are often a feisty bunch. Many of us entered this field because we were attracted to whole healing, often looking to heal our own health issues (or the health issues of someone we love), and to resolve our own inner demons […]
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How To Meditate With Crystals
The best way to find the crystal that would work for your highest benefit at this very moment is simple – allow yourself to be drawn to it! I liken it to a field trip for the soul, when you head over to your favorite crystal shop, and let yourself gravitate to a certain stone […]
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5 Non-Traditional Ways To Love Yourself Like A Badass Published On #HigherSelfie
UK-based spiritual lifestyle website, #HigherSelfie, recently published my article, “5 Non-Traditional Ways To Love Yourself Like A Badass”! I’m so excited to connect with spiritual badasses across the pond. This article is all about loving all of what you are, no matter how it’s packaged, no matter your hair texture, your body type, your sexual orientation, […]
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How To Heal Your Frozen Shoulder Naturally
They call it “frozen shoulder” (also known as adhesive capsulitis) for a reason. At first, the shoulder feels like it’s in the “freezing stage”, where it’s getting tighter and restricted in mobility, and the pain is increasing. In addition, any arm movement away or towards your body is little bit like shooting a stream of […]
Welcome to the Alcantara Acupuncture & Healing Arts! Here you will find the most recent updates on my adventures as an urban Licensed Acupuncturist Reiki Master/Teacher, and Medicine Woman in New York City, as well as wellness tips to soothe the soul, live more vibrantly, and cultivate wholeness and balance. Enjoy the blog, and please say hello!
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