After flying from NY to Reno on Thursday for a family weekend wedding in Tahoe, I woke up Monday…read moreand couldn't move. The dancing, the drinking and the travel had won. I was defeated. I was depressed. I was going to be worthless for my last day in Tahoe with my mom. I had done it to myself, but still - this was not acceptable. My body, my brain and my bones were like sludge. I had overdone it, and needed help.
Fortunately, Van Harding was able to see me that afternoon at his clinic. After a brief consult, he went to action using a combination of acupuncture needles, heated table/heat lamp and craniosacral therapy to revive me. I've had acupuncture many times, and he had a nice touch, making sure I was comfortable. Then he put on some soothing music and I was out. I floated to some magical restful place for a while. When he came back, he tweaked the needles and worked on my neck and shoulders, lower back and sacrum. Craniosacral therapy is a different from conventional massage (using a lighter touch) but the effects were immediate. I suddenly had energy again. I popped off the table like I'd been raised from the dead. I was so chatty, my mother was amazed. I was finally awake enough to take in the clinic, which is a lovely, zen space.
Once alert, I finally noticed the books on the console. "The Brain That Changes Itself." Love that book! It is a relatively obscure favorite of mine, but there it was. We got to chatting and...holy cow.
As a health and wellness wonk ( listener of Tim Feriss podcast, Bulletproof Radio and neuroscience nerd), I noticed the unusual equipment in the treatment area. Van mentioned the 'Interactive Metronome' - a piece of brain tech I'd heard about and always wanted to try. My wish was his command, and Van gave me an appointment for the next day. But first? I had an amazing night of sleep. I slept from 9pm-6am straight. As a chronic restless sleeper, it was the best night's sleep I'd had in months. I was in heaven. Those of you who struggle with sleep will understand this rave.
I came back the next day, and went through one of the Interactive Metronome exercises. It was fascinating to learn this perspective on neurology and brain timing, and my mother - a Lumosity addict - tried it as well. The process was painless and the effect was fast. My mom and I were both more alert. and had increased bandwidth for engagement after the mini-session. I was definitely impressed, and am eager to come back and try more of Tahoe Neuro Healing toys.
Having helped heal himself after a stroke, Van Harding's knowledge of the brain/body connection is impressive. In two visits, I only scratched the surface. Although he works with clients who have more intense neurological issues - stroke, ADD, Parkinsons, MS, ALS and even schizophrenia - I found his knowledge into me and my body to be profound. Van is a gifted and knowledgeable healer.
Forgive the long rave, but anyone with an interest in enhancing their wellness and brain/body connection should check out Van Harding and Tahoe Neuro Healing. I was able to enjoy quality time with my mom and actually feel well for my last day and a half in the Truckee/Tahoe area. Time is precious, and I'm so grateful to Van and Tahoe Neural Healing for restoring me so quickly so I could enjoy time with my family.