It’s Halloween – Buy Skeletons for the Classroom

Skeletons appear in stores in the autumn, and the choice has never been better. It is a perfect time to buy skeletons for the classroom or office. Many are realistic and lifelike. Others are suitable for the desk. At a discount store, I found plastic adult skeletons standing about 15 inches height. The detail (and […]

Air Force Vet Learns to Relax via Professional Reflexology

We know how to work, often at high levels of focus and concentration. But, who teaches us to relax? to reduce stress? True relaxation restores energies lost during intense work. We can learn to relax, as the case study of the retired airman illustrates. The choice is ours. A retired Air Force veteran came for […]

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Reflexology Reduces Anxiety, Stress, PTSD

Reflexology reduces feelings of anxiety and stress associated with PTSD or PTSS. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This experience stems from any types of experiences. This includes abuse, dislocation, survivors, military and first responders, and more. Professional reflexologists have successfully reduced the symptoms associated with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Others, including nurses, massage therapists, family, […]

Aromatherapy and Reflexology – 7 CEs

Aromatherapy and Reflexology (7 hrs / 7 CEs) $202 For beginners and the curious . . . . This course surveys the history of aromatherapy and application of essential oils to reflexology. Hands on (noses, too!) lab demonstrates use of common essential oils, herbal extracts, and more. Saturday, July 12, 2014   9:30 am – […]

Asian Therapies Sat. June 14, 2:00-5:30 Earns 3.5 CEs

Asian Therapies (3.5 hrs / 3.5 CEs) $95 Taken following “Five Element Theory,” Asian Therapies presents an introduction to Asian bodywork.  Hands-on portion performed fully clothed. Saturday, June 14, 2014   2:00 pm – 5:30 pm For beginners and the curious Asian Therapies earns 3.5 CEs from NCBTMB, ARCB, NTCB for reflexologists, massage therapists, and […]

Five Element Theory June 13-14, 2014 for 7 hrs / 7 CEs

Five Element Theory (7 hrs / 7 CEs) $156 This course covers the theory and principles of Five Element Theory as practiced in Traditional Oriental Medicine. Basic acupressure points on the hands and feet are introduced and hands-on practice reinforces application. Friday, June 13, 2014   6:00-9:30 pm    and  Saturday, June 14, 2014   9:30 […]

Case Study Shows Hand Reflexology Reduces Pain and Stress

Anyone can learn hand reflexology for pain relief and reduced stress. Pressure to reflexes* affect the body, mind, and spirit immediately, offering quick results for most people. Case Study*: Hand Reflexology and Shoulder Joint Pain In his thirties, Robert** experienced pain in the right shoulder joint due to excess computing and sustained tension in the […]

Hand Reflexology Begins Feb 15, 2014

Hand Reflexology is among The Stone Institute’s most popular therapies (and classes). Learn the reflexes in the hands and how to work them to promote relaxation, relieve pain, and address specific health challenges system-by-system. For beginners and experienced therapists, Hand Reflexology earns 38 CEs from NCBTMB, ARCB, NTCB, LMTs, and nurses. The course is part […]

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The Stone Institute Is a Lineage School

The Stone Institute is a “lineage* school*” for those seeking professional education in reflexology, massage, and other healing arts. What does this mean? How is a lineage school different from other options? A lineage school offers training* and education* learned from a predecessor in a specific healing art or discipline. There is a direct, unbroken […]

Do I Need a Reflexology License?

A common question is “Do I need a license to practice reflexology?” This is two separate questions: “Do I need a license to practice reflexology”” (professional license) and “Do I need a business license to practice?” (business license). The universal answer for professional and business licensing is: Check with your state professional licensing board and […]