The Eighth House Wellness

Let’s talk about cupping.

Cupping isn’t just about the circles it leaves behind. One of the things I love about it is the way it lifts and decompresses the tissues rather than simply pushing down on them. That gentle lifting action can create more space between layers of tissue and may help reduce areas of restriction or tension around sensitive structures, including nerves.

When irritated or compressed nerves are involved (think sciatica), creating a little more space and improving the mobility of the surrounding tissues may help ease sensations like tingling, burning, numbness, or nerve-related pain. Think of it as giving the tissues a chance to move, soften, and breathe.

Of course, nerve pain can have many different causes, and cupping isn't a cure-all. But when it’s an appropriate part of your treatment, it can be a really beautiful tool for creating space and supporting more comfortable movement.

Sometimes the body doesn't need more pressure—it needs a little room to let go.

I’m giving away 3 complimentary 30-minute mini sessions between ✨September 22 and December 20✨!

Want to get your name in the hat? Here’s how to earn entries:

1. Book a session
Book any session this fall and earn 1 entry for every appointment you book.

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The more you participate, the more chances you have to win!

Ready to earn some entries? Let’s make this fall a ✨little more magical✨.
Don’t wait until the season is over to take care of yourself. Let’s get you on the books!

Summer is packing her bags (and honestly, I’m ready), which means it’s time to do a little energetic housekeeping. Release what’s been weighing you down. Clear out the stagnant energy. Make room for the good stuff you’ve been calling in.

Reiki can be a beautiful way to hit the energetic reset button and remind yourself: you don’t have to carry everything with you into the next season.

Come see me, shake off the old energy, and step into autumn a little lighter, a little clearer, and maybe just a touch more magical.

You've probably heard me say it before, but it bears repeating: Myofascial Release can be an incredible tool for managing chronic pain.

If you're one of the many people living your life from one flare-up to the next, you don't have to simply accept that as your normal. I encourage you to give this gentle, therapeutic approach a try and see what it can do for you.

Here’s a short version of the why:

Fascia is connective tissue that surrounds and supports every muscle and organ in your body. It runs from the top of your head to the tips of your toes, creating one continuous network throughout the body.

When fascia becomes dehydrated or restricted, it can feel less pliable, which may contribute to reduced mobility, tension, and pain. Through sustained, gentle pressure, Myofascial Release works to soften the fascial tissue and encourage greater mobility and ease.

And when that tissue finally lets go? Friends, it feels incredible.

We've all been there- you're on your 3rd coffee and it's not even noon. You're staring at your computer screen, but your brain is somewhere else.

You need a break! Take it at The Eighth House Wellness.

I'm now offering 30 minutes of relaxation: massage or Reiki, between 11 am - 1 pm Tuesday - Friday for $55 a session.

You asked, so I’m keeping it going! Your favorite summer deal is sticking around a little longer - the $88 special has officially been extended into fall!

That means you still have time to book a 60-minute massage or Reiki session for just $88.

And honestly? Fall is the perfect time for a reset. As the seasons change, take a little time to slow down, release some tension, and give yourself the care you’ve been putting off..

Book your $88 session and let’s head into fall feeling relaxed, restored, and ready for the season ahead.

I’ve been dying to share this story with you!

My client (shared with permission) had always believed that his right leg was shorter than his left. In fact, he had been using a lift in his right shoe to help him feel more balanced while walking.

You can actually see some of that imbalance in the before photo, particularly through his shoulders. His right shoulder sits noticeably higher than his left, and we saw a similar pattern through his knees.

I was curious what might happen if we focused on releasing his psoas: a deep muscle that connects the spine to the hips and plays an important role in posture and movement. My thought was that if we could create a little more ease and balance through his right side, we might see a change in how his body was organizing itself.

And holy moly… we did. 🤯

In the after photo, his right shoulder is no longer noticeably higher than his left, and his overall alignment looks much more balanced.

But the real magic was watching him walk. He was able to walk without his shoe lift, and his gait looked noticeably more natural and comfortable.

This is one of the reasons I love myofascial work so much. Sometimes the body just needs the opportunity to let go, reorganize, and find a little more balance.

Every body is different, and results like this aren't guaranteed—but when you get to witness a client experience that kind of change in real time? It’s pretty damn cool.

I practice self-Reiki fairly regularly, but this morning, I felt especially called to it.

If I’m being honest, my energy has felt off for most of the past week. I joked with clients that I was experiencing my own little personal Mercury Retrograde. 😂 But underneath the joke, I knew I needed to do something to shift it—to get myself feeling more productive, more connected, and a little more easygoing heading into this week.

And, as always, Reiki was the answer. ✨

For me, Reiki is a simple way to slow down, get quiet, and reconnect with myself. It gives me an opportunity to check in with what I’m feeling physically, emotionally, and mentally - and simply allow myself to be present with it.

During my session, I noticed that I was feeling especially blocked around my heart, throat, head, and the way I was processing my thoughts and emotions. I felt unusually emotional and was struggling to find the right words.

Was it a coincidence that I was also experiencing a fibromyalgia flare and some serious “fibro fog” over the long weekend? Maybe. Maybe not. Either way, my body was clearly asking for some attention.

After my session, I feel more like myself again. More grounded. More connected. More me. I think this was a good reminder that I don’t need to wait until I feel completely off-balance before I take care of myself.

It’s okay to pause. It’s okay to ask for help. And it’s okay to receive the same care we so readily offer to others.