Jessica DePete, L.Ac. at Free Flow Acupuncture

04/16/2026

I have an 11 am today and an 11 am tomorrow that are open - current clients only please!

04/15/2026

Me: "Catch me up - how have you been feeling?"
Pretty much everyone: "EXHAUSTED"

For the past couple of weeks I've had this exchange at the beginning of almost ever session. And yes, there is a very real seasonal component to it - we've been hunkered down all winter and the process of unfurling can be fatiguing. Our bodies have to adjust to the time change, the shift in daylight, and warmer temperatures.

But in my observation, most of us have been really, really tired for a really, really long time. The world is heavy and demands on our time and attention are just so high.

I was talking to two clients just yesterday about their deep-dive into the concept of allostatic load and the need to take breaks from productivity and media consumption to allow the mind and body to fully, deeply rest. And then this hit my inbox which, to me, seems like a big old wake-up call for my maxxed-out, overwhelmed self and for all those I'm treating.

Even a few pockets of quiet time without input each day can bring our awareness to the peace we can access when we break the habits of constant busyness and distraction. A worthy intention to set for spring 🌸

April has a way of inviting growth. The days feel lighter. The air shifts. There is a quiet sense that something new is possible. And yet, for many, this season of renewal still feels exhausting. You may notice you are moving forward physically, but mentally scattered. Present with others, but inter...

04/08/2026

Sometimes my clients are surprised when I tell them stretching might be making their tight muscles tighter. This is where acupuncture shines - releasing trigger points first allows you to mobilize and stretch without inadvertently making things worse!

And doesn't that "pop" you get when a TP releases feel so good??

03/11/2026

Only a handful of openings remain between now and July so if you need a spring tune-up, now is the time to schedule! 🌸🌸

03/09/2026

We hear so much about the vagus nerve and this video really brings it to life!

02/18/2026

This is fun! I got Authority - how about you?

02/17/2026

Happy Lunar New Year to you all! May the Year of the Fire Horse bring you good health and happiness 🔥🐎

02/13/2026

It is so helpful to visualize what is happening when we have an injury or pain. Here's a cute little cartoon to walk you through an ACL injury...

Are you curious about this common injury that affects millions of people worldwide? Delve into the science of one of the most common injuries affecting athle...

02/11/2026

I've had an unusual handful of cancellations - message me if you'd like to get in for a tune-up!

02/04/2026

Good morning everyone! I thought I'd share this program for my clients who are doing the heavy-lifting of living their daily lives in chronic pain.

There are things we can change about our health and other things we have to manage and learn to accept. Mindfulness can certainly help 💕

8-week live online program · Skill-building · Small groups · Expert teacher

01/28/2026

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01/24/2026

Fascia is the web of connective tissue that supports us and keeps our bodies moving freely. Happy fascia = better health. Our local fitness gem Dolores Romano Everett is offering a workshop on releasing some of the tension we all hold so check it out! (perfectly timed for post-snow-removal aches and pains)