Sole Tranquility Reflexology & Integrative Therapies

03/25/2026

03/24/2026

Why VOICE should be part of any health routine.

Singing could be one of the best bio-hacks you can access.

Humming, chanting and singing are known for example to improve your vagal tone. That’s a huge benefit to start. However if we follow the anatomy there is a really interesting added benefit that our anatomy is hinting at.

See how the vagus nerve sends a branch down to loop around the aorta of the heart? It then slings around and back up to the larynx.

Seems like an inefficient pathway to take, but if we look at some high school physics there could be a very good reason.

When an electric current flows through a conductor, it creates a magnetic field around the conductor.

The magnetic field forms a series of loops around the coil, often represented by lines of force.

It is highly unlikely in any case that there is not benefit to this setup.

In many cultures, chanting is deeply rooted in spiritual practices. It is considered a way to connect with the divine, seek spiritual enlightenment, or express devotion.

Places of worship are often built with principles of resonance.

Chanting in a group can create a powerful collective energy. The synchronized chanting of a mantra or prayer can create a sense of unity among participants. This shared energy can be palpable and is believed to amplify the individual and collective intentions of the group.

When toning the vagus nerve, there seems to be levels of benefits that can be achieved.

For example poor vagal tone can be associated with low thyroid and a hoarse voice due to the proximity of the nerve and gland.

Does singing help release thyroid hormones? That would be interesting.

The very first levels may be better gut health, breathing, and better energy levels. But when we learn to tone the back of the tongue during a full swallow motion, for example, vagal tone can be dramatically further engaged.

As control of breath and laryngeal muscles are engaged, the resonance of the voice seems to be able to harness a powerful magnetic source that can affect an entire crowd of people around you.

Does singing in the shower make you feel different in any way?

03/23/2026

Feeling stress in your stomach? Try this simple DIY foot reflexology technique

If you ever feel those “jitters” in your belly or wake up with that heavy, knotted feeling in your stomach… your body is talking to you.

Here is a simple reflexology technique that gently “walks” across the reflex area to support bringing your body into balance and inducing a feeling of ease and calmness.

Use your thumb and inch it forward in small, caterpillar-like movements…Don’t slide…… press, then move forward slightly.

Reflexologists call it thumb walking.

Work slowly along the arch of your foot (instep area) the soft, non-weight-bearing area along the arch. (Both feet)

This helps stimulate and activate the stomach and digestive reflexes

Think of it as waking up the area and encouraging movement.

Then you can also use a press and hold technique,

Use your thumb to apply gentle, steady pressure.

Find a tender or tight spot in the arch

Press gently with your thumb

Hold steady pressure for 30–60 seconds

Breathe slowly while holding

You can also press in and make small circular moves.

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This area may help:

-Ease that “gut-wrenching” tension we hold when emotions build up.

-Release tension

-Calm the nervous system

-Relieve that “knot in your stomach” feeling

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Start with thumb walking to warm up the area, then finish with a few press-and-holds on any sensitive spots.

Use this technique on yourself or a partner, children love it when they have an upset belly or anxiety.

This is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. Always work within comfort levels. Reflexology does not have to be painful to be effective.

It is Simple. Balancing. Effective
& something you can do anytime your stomach feels off.

03/20/2026

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03/19/2026

Ever feel moody… Not yourself…Saying things you don’t even mean?

Sometimes it’s not your personality.
It’s your nervous system.
It’s your energy……….. Stagnant energy.

When stress builds up, emotions don’t just disappear — they settle into the body.

Tight shoulders.
Heavy chest.
Clenched jaw.
Fatigue.
Reactivity.

Unprocessed energy can feel like:

-Irritability out of nowhere
-Snapping at the people you love
-Brain fog
-Low motivation
-Feeling “off” but not knowing why

Your body holds old stories and stress which keep energy stuck, it needs a safe space to move.

Chakra balancing and energy work can help gently move and clear what no longer serves you — restoring flow, grounding, and emotional steadiness.

You’re not “too much.”
You’re not broken.

You may just need support to reset and realign your energy system.

When your energy feels balanced,
you respond instead of react.

You feel more calm and at peace,
you feel more like the true you.

Schedule an energy balancing session for yourself

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03/19/2026

Integrative therapies have been shown to significantly decrease treatment-related cancer pain and associated anxiety in patients with cancer.

Reflexology on the feet appeared to be more effective than traditional massage for cancer pain.

Pain and nausea affect a significant number of patients with cancer. Applying foot reflexology to this population has had some positive effects, but more studies are needed to confirm its efficacy. The purpose of this study was to conduct a ...

03/18/2026

Have you always wanted to learn natural ways to help heal your family and friends?

Or are you looking to start a healing practice or add reflexology to your current business?

Join us for Phase 1 of a 200-Hour Reflexology Training Program taught by Vicki Graham, an International Institute of Reflexology (IIR) Instructor with over 40 years of teaching experience.

Phase 1 Reflexology Training
April 18–19, 2026
Saturday & Sunday | 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Mind Body Wellness Center
104 Route 101A, Amherst, NH

Hosted by Sole Tranquillity Reflexology & Integrative Therapies

About the Program
200-Hour Reflexology Certification Pathway
48 Hands-On Training Hours
52 Hours home study Reflexology Education
100 Documented Practice Hours
Apply for IIR Certification
Pathway toward ARCB National Certification & NH Licensure

Upcoming Phases
• Phase 1: April 18–19 Amherst, NH
• Phase 2: May 16–17 Amherst, NH
• Phase 3: Dec 5-6 Moodus CT
Phase 4 Exam - Moodus CT

Payment Terms
Per-Phase Payment:

$450 phase 1
$325 phase 2
$425 phase 3
$325 phase 4 Exam

Must be registered and paid at least 2 weeks prior to workshop start date.

Save $50 on each phase if paid 30 days prior to workshop date.

Why Reflexology?
Reflexology continues to grow in popularity, offering opportunities in wellness centers, spas, chiropractic offices, private practice, and workplace wellness programs.

If you’ve ever considered a career helping people relax, heal, and feel better—this may be for you.

Phase 1 can also be taken as a standalone class
Perfect for those wanting to learn how the body naturally heals—no certification required to eork on family / friends.

For More Information & Registration:
Andrea Montgomery: (603) 557 5163
Vicki Graham: (860) 334-9218

03/17/2026

Your hands hold powerful reflex points 🌿

In reflexology, the hands mirror the body just like the feet. By gently stimulating specific areas, you can encourage relaxation and support different body systems.

Try this simple technique:

✨ Head & brain reflex
Massage the tips of your thumbs and fingers for 30–60 seconds to help calm the mind and relieve tension.

✨ Lung reflex
Rub the center of your palm in slow circles to support breathing and relaxation.

✨ Digestive reflex
Apply gentle pressure to the base of the palm near the wrist to help stimulate digestion.

Take a few minutes today to give your hands some care — they work hard for you every day.

Interested in experiencing full reflexology? Your hands and feet both hold the map to the body.

03/13/2026

Little feet hold big feelings. Reflexology for kids helps calm busy minds, and support a regulated nervous system naturally.Kids process stress through their bodies.Targeted pressure to reflex points in the feet can help calm the stress response, improve focus, ease anxiety & fears, help with sleep, and promote relaxation.