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On Creating New Habits

Welcome to January—the time of year when many of us make promises to take better care of ourselves. While the intentions are good, I say: scrap the New Year’s resolutions, there's a better way.

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Thoughts on Preparing for Labor with Acupuncture & A Personal Message

by Katie Scarlett, L.Ac. Sarana Community Acupuncture, December 2025 ( If you are clicking in from the newsletter, the blog post starts after Katie's personal message .) Hello! For those of you who do not know me, I’m Katie and I’m about to be a first time mom! I’m busily preparing to go on maternity leave in January. I am also celebrating my 5 year anniversary as a licensed acupuncturist practicing at Sarana, so this feels like an auspicious time to take a pause and enjoy th

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Dec 12, 20254 min read

Winter, Water, and Wellness: Nourishing the Season with Chinese Medicine

by Julia Katz LAc. Sarana Community Acupuncture, November 2025 In the clinic, I’m often asked about the elements and meridians of Chinese Medicine—and for good reason. These ancient principles can offer powerful insight into our health, especially as the seasons shift. According to the Chinese Almanac, November 7th marks the start of Winter , a season deeply connected to the Water element. In Chinese Medicine, the Water element is associated with the Kidney and Urinary Bladde

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Nov 6, 20253 min read