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Webinar Library👇
Here you'll find all of my Webinars & Talks about Gua sha.
As soon as I finish writing my new book I'll be uploading as much as possible!
Enjoy and comment any questions or thoughts below😊
As soon as I finish writing my new book I'll be uploading as much as possible!
Enjoy and comment any questions or thoughts below😊
Access to online training
I am not able to access my online training, please advise. I should have access until the end of November. thank you
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Hi everyone my name is Priya and I am based in the UK. I am a gua sha therapist and looking forward to learning here
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Gua sha Doesn’t Detox—Stop Believing the Lie
In this eye-opening episode, we tackle one of the most pervasive myths surrounding Gua sha: its supposed detoxification powers. Despite the countless claims you’ll find online and the buzzword-filled pitches from tool sellers and trainers, the idea that Gua sha detoxifies simply doesn’t hold water.
Join me as I debunk this misconception and explore what detoxification truly means in the body, including how our liver, kidneys, and circulatory systems already handle ...
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The Natural Science of Gua sha—Scientific Esthetics Symposium Lecture
In this special presentation for the Scientific Esthetics Symposium, I introduce the "Natural Science of Gua sha" which I shaped by over 25 years of practice and experimentation, particularly during my time in North Africa. Rejecting the commercialization and misrepresentation of Gua sha in modern contexts, I emphasize its historical roots as a simple, accessible practice for community health in rural Southeast Asia.
Key points include:
Authenticity and Origins:
Authenticity and Origins:
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The Natural Science of Gua sha—Scientific Esthetics Symposium Lecture
In this special presentation for the Scientific Esthetics Symposium, I introduce the "Natural Science of Gua sha" which I shaped by over 25 years of practice and experimentation, particularly during my time in North Africa. Rejecting the commercialization and misrepresentation of Gua sha in modern contexts, I emphasize its historical roots as a simple, accessible practice for community health in rural Southeast Asia.
Key points include:
Authenticity and Origins:
Authenticity and Origins:
- Gua sha’s egalitarian roots using everyday tools like kitchen implements.
- The historical shift in its practice, including the emergence of facial Gua sha and its divergence from traditional methods.
Scientific and Philosophical Insights:
- Analysis of Gua sha’s effects on blood flow, inflammation, and the nervous system, bridging traditional Chinese medicine and Western science.
- Introduction of "Ecology in Motion," a philosophy emphasizing motion, blood flow, and natural science.
Misconceptions and Modern Challenges:
- Critique of tool-focused commercialization and the conflation of Gua Sha with lymphatic massage or skin treatments.
- The standardization of Gua sha in modern TCM, diverging from its original intent.
Global Impact:
- Community-based healthcare projects in Sri Lanka through the Komorebi Institute, promoting accessible and self-sustaining Gua sha practices.
This presentation provides a deep dive into the history, science, and philosophy of Gua sha, challenging modern misconceptions while offering a refreshing perspective rooted in authenticity and practicality.
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