In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) there are five seasons, and each has a corresponding organ and element. The Liver, representing the Wood element, is most active during the Spring. It is considered the Great Conductor as its role is to move Qi throughout the entire body. One thing you might have been experiencing…

My life has been a journey of healing and growing driven by impacts from my own personal suffering, suffering of those in my inner circle and the suffering across humanity. I have recognized there is a connectedness with suffering; one’s suffering ripples out to others more than we can imagine.  Ultimately, I was not w…

Bodywork therapy has been used for centuries to promote healing, reduce stress and improve overall health. This holistic approach to wellness encompasses a range of techniques that I use in sessions with clients, which includes 12+ years of professional experience in Zen Shiatsu massage, Sotai Integrative Movement Ther…

What does it mean to be mindful, aware, “woke,” or enlightened? How does one come to know what they didn’t know before? Who is equipped to accompany others on their quest towards broadening their perspectives? How do we support one another in a contemplative and compassion-filled lifestyle? People in the Evanston commu…

Heartwood Sangha is pleased to announce that Lama Rod Owens will offer teachings and guidance the weekend of March 31 to April 2. An author, activist, and authorized Lama in the Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism, Lama Rod calls himself a “Black Buddhist Southern Queen.” A leading voice in a new generation of Buddhist…

Okay, just reading an article about wearing a mask might have made your body shift in a particular way. Did your shoulders tense up? Maybe you are unconsciously holding your breath? A Mask & Your Nervous System Walk into a Public Place… You are not alone if just thinking about wearing a mask made your nervous system sw…

Please take advantage of these resources provided by our members to the Heartwood community during this challenging time. Below you will find a variety of resources, from videos to blogs. Please follow up with the practitioner directly if you have any comments or questions. Blogs From Arlene Faulk, Tai Chi: Managing St…

During this challenging time, some of our members are now providing tele- or video- offerings. Please take a look and take advantage of these special offers, videos, and telehealth opportunities from our practitioners. Please reach out to the instructor directly for more information. CLICK HERE to access the list of He…

Hello Heartwood Community,   As a healthcare and wellness community, we deeply consider the responsibility of keeping our clients and patients safe while visiting our practitioners and have, therefore, decided to make a statement regarding the current COVID-19 pandemic.   In keeping with the tradition of Heartwood whil…

A 5-Day Online Journey Hi. My name is Kathy Kessenich.  I am a massage therapist and personal growth teacher at Heartwood Center.  I help people become more conscious of their physical and emotional/spiritual health in order to heal places where they are stuck.   Given the current situation, it is inevitable that money…