Alpenglow Acupuncture

03/23/2026

03/20/2026

03/18/2026

At the clinic this month, our team has been reflecting on something simple, yet surprisingly powerful: the words we use both when speaking to others and when speaking to ourselves.
Many of us move through the day speaking automatically. We might say things like “I’m always tired,” “I’m terrible at this,” or “My body is falling apart.” These phrases can seem harmless or even humorous in the moment, but over time they can quietly shape how we feel, how we heal, and how we see ourselves.
Words carry energy. They can soothe, encourage, motivate, and inspire. They can also reinforce stress, doubt, and limitation. In many healing traditions, language itself is considered a form of medicine. The way we describe our experiences can influence how we relate to them and how our bodies respond.
Recently, our clinic team began reading a book together about intentional speech and the impact of language. It has sparked some meaningful conversations about how we communicate with patients, with loved ones, and internally with ourselves. One insight that stood out is that our words often become a form of quiet manifestation; subtle patterns we repeat that gradually shape our mindset and outlook.
This doesn’t mean we should ignore challenges or pretend everything is perfect. Rather, it’s an invitation to become more mindful and compassionate in how we speak. For example:
Instead of “I’m always exhausted,” we might say, “My body is asking for more rest right now.”
Instead of “I can’t handle stress,” we might try, “I’m learning ways to support my nervous system.”
Instead of “I’m bad at slowing down,” we might say, “I’m practicing slowing down.”
These small shifts may seem simple, but they can gently redirect the conversation we’re having with ourselves.
Interestingly, many of the practices that support health, such as mindful breathing, meditation, acupuncture, and nervous system regulation, also help create the space needed to notice our internal dialogue. When the body relaxes, awareness increases, and we become better able to choose our words rather than react automatically.
Like many aspects of well-being, intentional speech is a practice. It isn’t about perfection. It’s about noticing, adjusting, and approaching ourselves with kindness.
Sometimes the simplest changes are the most challenging, and also the most rewarding.
This month, we invite you to join us in experimenting with paying attention to the words you use throughout your day. Notice how you speak to yourself when something goes wrong, or how you describe your body and your health. You may be surprised by what you discover.
A small shift in language can be the beginning of a powerful shift in perspective and sometimes, that’s where change begins.
With Love,
Bridgette

03/17/2026

I am working with Bridget and have seen a lot of improvements. She is caring and attentive and seems genuinely invested in helping me reach my goals.

03/17/2026

Cortnae was great! I came in at 36 weeks pregnant because baby was breeched. He flipped around 38 weeks, but kept coming up until delivery. Highly recommend!

03/12/2026

When your little ones need a little extra help this season, we’re here for you.🤗

Here are three Blue Poppy Jr. favorites we reach for often:

🍃 AllerEase Jr.
Perfect for seasonal sniffles — helping with sneezing, runny noses, itchy eyes, and mild congestion while supporting their natural defenses.

🍃 Tender Teeth
Teething isn’t always easy. This gentle blend helps calm fussiness, ease heat, and encourage more restful sleep.

🍃 CQ Jr.
Great to have on hand at the first hint of a cold — offering immune support, soothing scratchy throats, and helping kids bounce back a little easier.

03/11/2026

Happy (Lunar) New Year - again.

If you’re anything like me, some of those shiny January 1st goals have already… softened. Maybe fizzled. Maybe quietly packed their bags and left.

And instead of spiraling into the “why can’t I stick to anything?” narrative, I’ve been circling back to the energy of the Lunar New Year - especially in this Year of the Yang Fire Horse.

Yes, the energy is big. Bold. Action-oriented.
But what about the water that cools and sustains the fire?

What if we stopped trying to demolish ourselves in pursuit of becoming “better” - and instead started designing the next version of ourselves?

Lately I’ve been experimenting with micro-intentions instead of massive resolutions.
Not “two-a-day workouts and no sugar ever.”
But “I’m becoming someone who moves daily.”
“I’m becoming someone who is balanced.”
“I’m becoming someone who sleeps well.”

One feels like a threat.
The other feels like architecture.

Tiny, repeatable actions become evidence.
Evidence becomes identity.
Identity sustains behavior.

It’s not flashy. It’s not hardcore. It’s probably a little boring.
But it’s sustainable. And sustainability is what actually changes a life.

I wrote more about this - and how I’m personally reframing my own goals - over on the blog. (website link in bio)

If your January reset needs a gentler, wiser reboot, this might be the one.

And I’d love to know - what’s one micro-shift you’re choosing this season?

~Sarah

03/10/2026

Everyone is so wonderful & welcoming. Courtnae’s stellar to work with as she addresses my goals each session & sets realistic treatment expectations. Facial acupuncture feels like a spa treatment here!

03/10/2026

I have been going to Alpenglow Acupuncture for over a year now and can’t say enough amazing things about Courtnae! When I first met Courtnae, I was a year and a half into my infertility journey, with some challenging diagnoses and cycle irregularities. Courtnae developed an acupuncture and supplement treatment plan for me that helped to regulate my cycles, while also helping me to manage stress and find a new way to relax. I ended up getting pregnant less than 6 months after starting treatment, and saw Courtnae through my whole pregnancy, where she helped me manage any difficult symptoms, including my allergies. I truly believe my acupuncture treatment played a large role in my ability to get pregnant, so thank you Courtnae!! I am also so happy to say I had a healthy and relatively easy pregnancy in large part thanks to her treatments! Beyond her expertise, Courtnae is kind, caring, and thoughtful, which further elevates her effectiveness as a provider. I highly recommend her and Alpenglow Acupuncture for anyone trying to get pregnant and/or just looking for a reset!

03/06/2026

Welcome to Thursday Sauna Thoughts! Enjoy.