Acupuncture & Male Sexual Health
Acupuncture & Male Sexual Health by Eric Kerr, L.Ac. Whether thinking about having it, being better at it, or finding more enjoyment in it – sex is almost always on a man’s brain. Sex can also be an area of frustration, especially for men who are experiencing physical difficulties or a lack of desire. Oftentimes, ...
Why you may not be able to get well.
The Reason Why You May Not Be Able to Get Well by Carla Hernandez Anyone who knows me or my philosophy on health, knows that I am always digging deeper into symptoms, always asking the question WHY? Why does this hurt? Why do you have acne? Why can’t you lose weight? Why do you have ...
Introducing…Laurie Agee, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT)
I had the pleasure of meeting Laurie when she came to The Blue Buddha for a bodywork treatment. She was laid back and her energy was light, warm and inviting. During our conversation prior to the treatment I was excited to learn that she is a private practice MFT which stands for Marriage & Family ...
Your Healthy Skin: More on Natural Skin Care
by Sheryl Leaf, Licensed Esthetician at The Blue Buddha. As I carry on about natural skincare, you may wonder just what I stock in my own beauty larder. My bathroom shelf looks like the accompanying photo. Because, of course, I want healthy, safe and sustainable products inside and out, but don’t plan on walking out the ...
Your Healthy Skin: Why Natural Skin Care?
Why Natural Skin Care? by Sheryl Leaf, Licensed Esthetician at The Blue Buddha. Recently, Erik, the owner of The Blue Buddha, asked me, “Why natural skincare?” (he knew the answer but wanted to share it with blog readers) His short question got a long answer, opening up this question in ways that I hope are not ...
Introducing…Kim Sin, Teacher of Yoga and Stillness
There was something I liked about her as soon as she entered the room-a lightness and fluidity to her presence. I was taking a 12-week yoga series at The Loft on Divisidero with Jason Crandell as the lead teacher. Jason’s co-teachers were Kim and another great teacher, Josh Gottlieb. She came into the large yoga ...
Modern Medicine: Stress is the Root of All Evil
STRESS is the Root of All Evil. by Eric Kerr, L.Ac. Stress makes you fat. Stress contributes to premature aging. Stress can negatively affect your sex life. Even if you think you can handle the daily stressors that life throws your way, both short and long-term stress are wreaking havoc on your body. Signs that you are ...
Introducing…Sara Seinberg-Holistic Health Coach
Welcome to the first in a series of ten-question style interviews with SF healing arts practitioners and other makers of magic here in the city. The idea is to expose you to people, places and services that can assist you in creating your best life. At The Blue Buddha, we offer massage therapy & bodywork, ...
In the Treatment Room: Living with Kindness
by Erik Everts, Founder/The Blue Buddha I’m currently reading the book “Living with Kindness; The Buddha’s Teaching on Metta” by Sangharakshita. I picked up this book on my little excursion to Big Sur over the July 4th weekend. It was my first time there and, of course, it was breathtaking. One of the foundations ...
Eight Verses for Training the Mind
I’m not sure where I got this from. I do know that it hangs in front of me in my little home office. It’s been there for so long now, just dangling in front of my face quietly hoping that I would give it more attention. There is the idea of out of sight out ...