“Brittle Bones”

Zero Balancing is the only treatment modality that works with energy and structure at the same time.  There are other treatment modalities that work with an emphasis on energy and others that are more structurally based. However, Zero Balancing works with both to treat, buy using points of balance or fulcrums. The ZB practitioner uses the fulcrum at the point where energy and structure meet. Imagine, a sailboat in the water. The sail would be the structure, while the energy, is the wind and the result is the boat moving through the water. The fulcrum helps fine tune or trim the place where energy and structure meet, thus improving freedom of movement and balance.

For my next ZB “story,” I would like to talk about a client who is battling cancer and has received both radiation and chemo as treatment.  Both of which can cause many negative side effects including: decreased energy, poor appetite, fatigue and many others that can affect your mood and your overall wellbeing.  After her first Zero Balancing session, she reported a renewed sense of energy and that her bones did not feel as “brittle”.  The fatigue she was feeling prior to her sessions also disappeared and she felt energized.  This is just a few of the many amazing benefits a ZB treatment can provide.  A treatment modality that can have an effect on our energy level and our bones/structure at the same time, by working specifically where they both meet. Think of the sailboat moving through the water again and it becomes much clearer. A vessel that is properly trimmed can move better with greater efficiency and balance!  Meaning energy is not wasted, or it is in a way recycled, for better use, because its structure is finely tuned.

Thank you and Be Well!

James Ross, BSN, RN, LMT

Zero Balancing Practitioner

267-475-7013

The “Pause”

As, I have continued my journey as a Zero Balancing Practitioner, I have become more and more fascinated with the power of the “pause”.  The “pause” is what I believe sets Zero Balancing apart as a healing modality. That can facilitate true healing and creates the space for healing to occur, but why is the “pause” so important in Zero Balancing? The pause in essence is the time or place where the body can recognize “healing” can and will take place, amid all the stress and chaos that is our lives, there is always hope for change. Zero Balancing offers that hope for change through the power of the “pause” and that change can occur at any time, as long as the body is open and ready for it to occur.  Zero Balancing does not force change to occur, only invites it.

The pause cannot be random, meaning that during a session it is time to take a break! No, it is more than that. The pause is a conscious or even subconscious time to reset and reorganize our body systems, both for the practitioner and the recipient.  As a ZB practitioner, I have become more conscious and aware of the use and timing of each pause during a session.  I believe it has enhanced my client’s experiences and each session has brought about a new and deeper level of healing for them.  This can be seen in their breathing patterns, their renewed sense of calm and improved balance.  More importantly, I have noticed, that as important as the use of the “pause” is during a session. Each client responds to the timing and frequency of each pause differently. Some of my clients, I have found prefer more pauses, while others prefer shorter or more frequent pauses. Again, everyone is different, and each session can be different depending on your client.  So, if you are looking for a different healing modality that alleviates your pain, amplifies calm, can reduce stress, increase your energy levels, but also can bring greater awareness to areas of tension in your body, give Zero Balancing a try and experience the power of the “Pause”.

Thank you and Be Well,

James Ross, BSN, RN, LMT

Zero Balancing Practitioner

The Restless One!

My previous blogs have been about the principles of Zero Balancing and about some of important concepts that make ZB different.  Discussing important aspects or life events that have a major impact on our lives from an emotional, physical and psychological standpoint.  I have talked about “Framing,” “The Half Moon Vector,” and “Interface”. Now, I would like to change things up a bit and discuss some of the Zero Balancing sessions I have given as Case Studies.

Since the beginning my Zero Balancing practice, I have been collecting “stories” from my clients in regard to their individual Zero Balancing experience’s.  I wanted to know how they felt prior to the session and how they felt after the session, in their own words.  My dream is to incorporate these “stories” into a book about Zero Balancing and make it not about the history of Zero Balancing and its principles, but more about how Zero Balancing can help people heal, by hearing from those who have experienced a ZB session and how it has impacted their life.  I feel this format will make it easier and more understandable for those experiencing pain or lack of balance.

So, there it is, I have put it out to the universe, that I will one day be an author of some sorts!  I thought I would begin with one of my first clients, who I will call “The Restless One”.  “TRO” is working professional that came to me with work-related stress. These stressors caused increased tension and irritability at work and a lack of focus made it difficult for the small things to just and in her own words, “fall of my back”. All this combined to make it hard to concentrate at work, causing a pattern of increased restlessness at night, especially in the legs.

So, as always at the beginning of each ZB session, we ask “how to do want to feel after the session today?” The Restless One, wanted to be calmer, less annoyed and have increased energy.  With her Frame set, the session was able to begin and after the session was over, she felt more energized and had a new sense of calm, that she has not felt for a long time.  But, the real results came the days following her first session.  Prior to her second session, she reported that she was less annoyed with work and those little things began to fall off her back, but more importantly the restlessness in her legs were gone after one session. She was able to sleep and each session since, has helped her become more focused, calmer and more energized.

Thank you and Be Well,

James Ross, BSN, RN, LMT

 

 

The Half Moon Vector (HMV)

The Half Moon Vector!  (HMV)

Imagine walking down to your favorite body of water, a stream, lake or river, especially one that has flowing water!  We watch the water, listen to the water and feel the water moving. The sound of the water flowing is very peaceful, calming and purposeful. The water moving through fallen branches, around rocks, curves and boulders gives it power and energy!

One of the many hallmarks of Zero Balancing (ZB) is the Half MoonVector (HMV), which is an important aspect of the protocol that a ZB practitioner uses during a session. HMV are placed in certain parts of the body to help promote the movement and flow of energy through a joint or body system.  HMV are placed at the feet, legs, hips, neck and arms to help increase the flow of energy within a joint. Now go back to your favorite stream or river and watch how the water flows around objects. For example, a big boulder or rock and pay attention to the movement and speed of the water as it flows around the edges of the rock or boulder.  The flow of the water increases as it flows around the edges of the rock or boulder does’ it?

The placing a HMV has the same effect on a joint as the water flowing around a rock or boulder in the water.  As energy moves across or around a curve it increases in speed and energy is able to flow more efficiently, with a peaceful and calming purpose.

Thank you and be well!

James Ross, BSN, RN, LMT

267-475-7013

Zero Balancing Practitioner

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Zero Balancing and Interface!

According to the dictionary, Interface is the point where two systems meet and interact. Interface is one of the most important and powerful hallmarks of Zero Balancing and what makes it unique when in comparison to other treatment modalities. Interface is the boundary where a Zero Balancing practitioner connects with his or her client. At the beginning of each session, a ZB practitioner establishes interface with the initial evaluation or at the first touch! The effectiveness of each ZB session is directly related to the practitioner maintaining interface at all times.  The importance of interface is also imperative to maintain the safety of the client and the practitioner. This also is directly related to another important principle in Zero Balancing and that is holding your client(s), in the highest regard!

Maintaining interface helps foster mutual respect, which can enhance other forms of bodywork, but by being aware of ones energetic and physical boundaries, both practitioner and client can both benefit.   Having a clear sense of both energetic and physical boundaries. A Zero Balancing practitioner can enhance the wellbeing of the client both on a conscious and subconscious level.  Interface is also another way a practitioner can foster trust during a session and establishing trust is essential to true healing!

Thank you and Be Well!

James Ross, BSN, RN, LMT

Zero Balancing Practitioner