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Category Archives: Self-care

Sheltering in Place Part 2 – Thoughts on Re-writing Routines

Posted on May 1, 2020 by Sarana Community Acupuncture

Part 1 post can be found here. In retrospect, I’m wondering why it took me most of a month to figure out my Shelter in Place routine. Thinking back, I Continue Reading →

Posted in Clinic Updates, Community, Helpful Tips, Self-care, Uncategorized | Tagged acupuncturist, community, self-care, sheltering in place, stress

Sheltering in Place: Schedule and Routines (a personal account)

Posted on April 23, 2020 by Sarana Community Acupuncture

It’s been over a month since Sarana closed in respect of “Shelter in Place” orders to slow the spread of COVID19. Suddenly, I’ve become unemployed along with half the world. Continue Reading →

Posted in Community, Helpful Tips, Self-care, Uncategorized | Tagged acupuncturist, anxiety, community, self-care, sheltering in place, stress

In Other News: Spring is Springing

Posted on March 21, 2020 by Sarana Community Acupuncture

Dear community, YES, there is a lot going on in the world right now. For a moment, let’s shift focus to another (more pleasant) transition we are now experiencing, the Continue Reading →

Posted in acupressure, Clinic Updates, Community, Discounts, Helpful Tips, Qi Gong, Seasonal Health, Self-care | Tagged acu-points, qi gong, relaxation, seasonal health, self-care, special deal, spring, stretches

CLINIC IS CLOSED for Shelter-in-place & Online purchase options

Posted on March 18, 2020 by Sarana Community Acupuncture

UPDATE: With the extended Shelter in Place guidelines, our clinic now plans to remain CLOSED until further notice.  We are very much looking forward to things returning back to providing Continue Reading →

Posted in Clinic Updates, Community, Discounts, Fundraiser, Self-care, Specials & Events, Uncategorized | Tagged community, cooperation, in the news, self-care

Public Health Update

Posted on March 6, 2020 by Sarana Community Acupuncture

We’ve been getting some questions about our take on the coronavirus (COVID-19) and have been following the news, monitoring trusted sources of information, and considering how it affects us here Continue Reading →

Posted in Clinic Updates, Community, Helpful Tips, Seasonal Health, Self-care | Tagged affodable acupuncture, colds and flus, cooperation, hand washing, public health, safety tips, seasonal health

Seasonal Tips: Winter to Spring

Posted on January 28, 2020 by Sarana Community Acupuncture

Bodies are in tune with their environment, and their needs change with the seasons. To live optimally, we can aim to follow the seasons and alter our habits accordingly. WINTER Continue Reading →

Posted in Helpful Tips, Seasonal Health, Self-care | Tagged colds and flus, seasonal health

Fall Tips from Sarana’s Acupuncturists

Posted on November 6, 2019 by Sarana Community Acupuncture

Chinese Medicine tells us that living according to the seasonal flow will maintain health and promote longevity. In the Summer, we work hard and play hard and enjoy all the Continue Reading →

Posted in Helpful Tips, Seasonal Health, Self-care | Tagged autumn, back to school, breathing, colds and flus, seasonal health

Chronic Pain and the Brain

Posted on October 4, 2019 by Sarana Community Acupuncture

As Acupuncturists, we treat a lot of people with pain, and pain is one of the most common reason folks come to see us. Some of it is from injury Continue Reading →

Posted in Pain, Self-care | Tagged chronic pain, low back pain, nervous system, opioids, pain, self-care

Community Qi Gong Class with Rae Diamond

Posted on September 26, 2019 by Sarana Community Acupuncture

4th Sunday of every month, 4:30 – 5:30 pm Drop-in, $10 – $20 suggested donation No one turned away for lack of funds This is a gentle class for folks Continue Reading →

Posted in Classes, Qi Gong, Self-care, Specials & Events | Tagged community, qi gong, self-care, stretches

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We are excited to finally add a weekend cupping shift to our schedule!Starting 1/22/23, Sarah Saenz (formerly Lovett) will be offering cupping on Sundays 9:30-11:30 am.Sunday cupping appointments are available to book right now (booking link: www.schedulicity.com/scheduling/SCASET)Sarah worked with us as a massage practitioner some years ago, so many of our long-time regulars will remember her kind and caring touch. We are very happy to welcome Sarah back to the Sarana team!Please visit our website's Meet Us page to learn more about Sarah.Note that Friday morning cupping (9:30 -11:30 am) with Katie will continue.#cuppingtherapy #communityacupuncture #affordableacupuncture #relaxationandrelief #albanyca #weloveacupuncture #cupping #tinyneedlesbigrelief ... See MoreSee Less
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Happy new year! If you need a little acu-nap 😴 to help you recover from celebrations, we are OPEN today 12:30 -3:30 PM,and we have appointments available! booking link: www.schedulicity.com/scheduling/SCASET🥳#acunap #acupunctureworks #communityacupuncture #affordableacupuncture #wehella♥️acupuncture #albanycalifornia #albanyca #tinyneedlesbigrelief #relaxandrecharge #selfcarein2023 #postnewyearsrecovery ... See MoreSee Less
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You have 3 more days to take advantage of our 5 treatment acu-pack special with 10% savings on our regular pricing. You can use this link to purchase online: tinyurl.com/24mpak63(just use the note field to indicate what you are purchasing and for whom)#communityacupunture #acunaps #tinyneedlesbigrelief #albanyca #holidayselfcare #giftofrelaxation ... See MoreSee Less
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We will be OPEN through the holidays, even on Christmas Day!So if you need a little bit of a time-out from all the festivities or if this time of the year is difficult for you, we are here to help. Book an appointment through our website or give us a call! All the detailed changes to the schedule can be found on our website, at the bottom of the “practitioner schedule” page: www.saranaca.org/hours-location/practitioner-schedules/All of us at Sarana wish you a safe, healthy, and peaceful holiday season!✨✨✨#acupunctureworks #communityacupuncture #albanyca #affordableacupuncture #weloveacupuncture #tinyneedlesbigrelief #relaxandrecharge ... See MoreSee Less
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Sarana is a Pali (ancient Buddhist) word for refuge. It can stand for retreat but also for the haven of supportive community. We chose this name to emphasize our intention for our clinic to be a safe space and acknowledging our shared humanity and interdependence.

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