Why Kintsugi?
The ancient practice of nourishing the body, mind and spirit.
You're likely wondering, what is Kintsugi and what does it have to do with my body?
Kintsugi is the Japanese art of rebuilding broken pottery to it's original structure with melted gold — built on the idea that through embracing one's flaws, we can recreate an even stronger piece of art. Every break is unique and instead of repairing an item just as it was before, this 400-year-old technique actually highlights the "scars" as a part of the redesign. Using this as a metaphor for healing ourselves teaches us that in the process of repairing broken things, we actually end up creating something more unique, beautiful and resilient.
I often speak in metaphors when describing various mechanisms in the body and have further come to appreciate the purpose they serve in helping others paint a clear picture to hold in their minds. I fell in love with this comparison so much so that I decided to make it the foundation of my philosophy and practice. Kintsugi reveals how to make a full recovery while gaining skills, knowledge of your structure and how everything fits together. It shows you that you are better with your golden scarring. Whether you're recovering from an injury, poor lifestyle habits, or need help getting your body to that next level. The Kintsugi methodology can be a way to reframe setbacks and remind you that you are truly capable of reinventing and mastering your body. With that said, Kintsugi takes work and awareness in order to truly be effective in healing.
Maintaining perfection is not our purpose as humans, and having gratitude for being able to make the journey with our bodies, no matter where they stand, is the greatest gift we can give ourselves. By recognizing and addressing problems, in the body we are able to celebrate when we overcome them, and even turn them into our strengths. This shift of mindset will unlock a power you will be able to use in all parts of your life and in the lives of those around you.
GIVE YOUR BODY BACK IT'S POWER
We are hosts for extremely complex and intelligent communication centers all throughout our bodies and in order for those signals to be transmitted our systems need to be cleared out and reconnected consistently. The more we work our bodies, the more they need to be worked through. Often times we try and jump start this process with tinctures, oils, and supplements but the real changes happen when our skin is receiving new stimuli for neuropathways to activate and take effect in a clean, safe environment.
ALLOW YOURSELF TO BE GUIDED
Physical contact has often times been perceived as a way to surrender your old ways of being and taking on a new form through someone else's touch. I have studied human form, and the way it shifts as we move for many years, taking into account age, environment and body psychology which play major roles in the stories of our bodies. I apply strong pressure in areas that have hardened and begun to form an unstable of unbalanced foundation and add length in areas that have shortened over time to start the journey back to homeostasis.
GOING DEEPER WHEN YOUR READY
What will naturally come through healing your body will be an expansive curiosity of what it all means! Finding out what is linked to what, and how your outward intake affects your internal environment. I hold space before, during and after sessions to answers these questions and provide you with the tools you need to maintain vibrant mobility and continuous care for your vessel.
AND LASTLY, TRUST AND HONOR YOUR GUT
Anyone in charge of helping take care of your body should be in tune with what your gut needs to keep all areas of you running smoothly. I am a gentle caretaker and understand that everyone comes with their own cultures, practices, rituals and knowledge surrounding food and how to best lead a healthy life. I love hearing my clients different approaches. I work to help shape and add insight to keep you thriving in those states with less clutter and more streamlined approaches to your life's routines.
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(224) 357-7072
kintsugimethod@gmail.com
1448 N. Western Ave.
Chicago, Illinois
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