Welcome to Queenpin’s Inconsistent Book Club! We are bringing you the things that we are reading, watching and enjoying. This episode features Come As You Are, by Dr Emily Nagoski; a fabulous read about sexuality and intimacy. The next episode will come out soon – but inconsistently! 😉
The Worst Kind of Love Affair – Smoking & Me
from Katie Clifton, owner and acupuncturist at Queenpin I was 10 years old the first time I picked up a cigarette. I can’t say it was love at first puff, but somehow over the years cigarettes became a coping tool for dealing with anything thrown my way. For me cigarettes were a diet tool, stress… Continue reading The Worst Kind of Love Affair – Smoking & Me
Infinite Way Circle – Qi Gong and Kung Fu at the Haven
Infinite Way Circle is an interdisciplinary system focused on Full Body, Mind and Spirit integration to create balance, vitality and peace within. By changing ourselves, we that health to permeate into the world. Through our infinite connections to nature and the Source, we can learn to retain what is vital (Love) releasing all else that disconnects us… Continue reading Infinite Way Circle – Qi Gong and Kung Fu at the Haven
From Dr Dave and Laura – A primer on naturopathy and functional herbalism at The Haven
Naturopathic Medicine with Dr. Dave Hamilton: The Healing Power of Nature: Naturopathic medicine recognizes an inherent self-healing process in people that is ordered and intelligent. Naturopathic physicians act to identify and remove obstacles to healing and recovery, and to facilitate and augment this inherent self-healing process. Identify and Treat the Causes: The naturopathic physician seeks to identify and remove… Continue reading From Dr Dave and Laura – A primer on naturopathy and functional herbalism at The Haven
Nasturtiums: Easy to Grow, Simple to Use
Are you looking for a garden plant that is low maintenance, has eye-catching blooms, and can be harvested all summer for fun new recipes? Look no farther! Pretty much the entire plant is edible with crunchy, peppery leaves and booms! How to Grow: Nasturtium is a plant for gardeners of all levels. It is actually… Continue reading Nasturtiums: Easy to Grow, Simple to Use
Hemp and Your Health
In the last few months, the landscape of hemp-based treatment options in Roanoke has changed DRAMATICALLY. Hemp extracts, like cannabidiol (CBD, for short) are changing the treatment of anxiety, pain, migraines/headaches, insomnia, chronic inflammation, and the list is growing. People are taking charge of their health, and getting great results with no side effects. The… Continue reading Hemp and Your Health
LEAP Markets in Old SW
Fresh, seasonal veggies 2 ways in Old SW! Starting May 15th, Mobile Market, LEAP’s Farmers Market on wheels, will be in Old Southwest on Wednesdays between 11-1pm in front of The Haven. The market runs through Nov 1st. Your first option is to come by the Mobile Market and pick up your fresh produce before/after… Continue reading LEAP Markets in Old SW
Spring Allergies Survival Plan
It’s just so VIBRANT this time of year! Grass is growing. Trees are blooming. And pollen is driving most of us totally bonkers! Spring (or fall) can be marked by severe fatigue, watery/itchy eyes, sore throat, runny/congested nose or even skin rashes as all this life sends our immune system into overdrive. There are plenty… Continue reading Spring Allergies Survival Plan
My Fantastic Four
I was unprepared for how hard it was going to be for me to take care of myself once I became a mother. And I don’t just mean stealing moments, like having a night out with no kids, or taking a bubble bath, I mean basic self-care like stopping to listen to my body when… Continue reading My Fantastic Four
Some Award-Winning Acupuncture
I won an award! And honestly, at first I thought I was being pranked. I am so honored to have been voted the acupuncturist with the Best Bedside Manner in the New River Valley. I have the best job in the world, and I take it pretty danged seriously. One of the parts I love… Continue reading Some Award-Winning Acupuncture