From January 16–18, St. Michael Health & Wellness proudly participated in an immersive Spontaneous Muscle Release Technique (SMRT) class held in San Diego, California—an advanced approach to bodywork that reflects St. Michael’s ongoing commitment to continuing education and professional excellence. This effort is part of a broader mission to stay informed, inspired, and aligned with READ MORE
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Morocco’s Living Apothecary: Essential Oils, Spices, and Healing Herbal Teas
Morocco is a land where wellness is woven into everyday life. From ancient trade routes to family kitchens and hammams, the use of essential oils, spices, and herbal teas reflects a holistic philosophy rooted in Amazigh, Arab, and Andalusian traditions. These natural elements are not luxuries—they are rituals of care, preservation, and balance passed down READ MORE
A Tale of Two Hammams: From Istanbul’s Marble Legacy to Morocco’s Living Ritual
A Tale of Two Hammams: From Istanbul’s Marble Legacy to Morocco’s Living Ritual The first journey of 2026 unfolded in Morocco—just yesterday, marked not by monuments alone, but by an immersion into one of the country’s most enduring traditions: the Moroccan hammam. This experience arrived with fresh eyes and a renewed appreciation for how different READ MORE
Global Wellness Retreat: Transformative Journey of Connection, March 4-13 2026
Join an extraordinary gathering of women of purpose from across the globe for a transformative three-day retreat. This inaugural event offers a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in a refined experience designed to inspire dialogue, nurture holistic wellness, and open pathways to new perspectives on life. Rediscover your strength. Reconnect with your spirit. Rise renewed. READ MORE
FUTURE HOME -St. Michael Health and Wellness Center
FUTURE HOME OF ST. MICHAEL HEALTH AND WELLNESS – After 8 years, we are excited to finally identify the home for our wellness place in the Philippines. Renovations and improvements are underway for an October soft opening. Thanks to Dale Mendoza for managing the project. A lot of moving pieces and behind the scenes activities. With READ MORE
Turkey- Spices and Essential Oils
Turkey is one of the most beautiful countries to visit. It takes a 12 hour plane ride from Washington DC to Istanbul, the capital of Turkey. It is a sensory overload for sure. From colors, textures, scents to taste. Also known for its most appetizing cuisines in the world, Turkish food and culture displays a READ MORE
Wellness – The Brain and The Nervous System
WELLNESS- BRAIN AND THE NERVOUS SYSTEM. Feeling happy begins when we are centered and balanced. It all begins in the brain, the human body’s communication network – the nervous system, and our neurotransmitters and hormone production. Neurotransmitters are classified as excitatory or inhibitory, which help regulate our moods, appetite, and sleep-wake cycle. Examples of neurotransmitters READ MORE
Travel Blog: Bali, Indonesia
TRAVEL BLOG: Bali St. Michael & Company recently visited the island of Bali in Indonesia. Bali is the province of Indonesia and is located in the westernmost part of the Lesser Sunda Islands and 2,232 mi². Denpasar is the provincial capital 4,317,404 people are living in Bali that is excluding foreigners. READ MORE
Travel Blog: Turkish Baths/Hammam
Aside from exploring the food, spices and essential oils in Turkey, came to check out the Hammam. Massage therapy books tell us that the history of spa treatments dates back as far as 5,000 years ago. The hammam in Turkey is one of the first and oldest massage therapy modalities We visited one of the READ MORE
Travel Blog: Turkey
St. Michael & Company Spa and Wellness visited the country of Turkey. Turkey sits in the borders of Asia and partly Europe . A vibrant and colorful country, located in the crossroads of the eastern Mediterranean. At heart of the city of Istanbul, you will find the famous Blue Mosque, the New Mosque, the READ MORE
Travel Blog: Greece
Happy Valentine’s Day from Athens where Valentine’s day originated. Derived from the Roman god of desire and affection, Cupid and his ancient Greek counterpart Eros. Eros was the godly child of Aphrodite. St. Michael & Company Spa and Wellness traveled this year to Greece. The country knows for its ancient history enriched with history and READ MORE
Travel Blog: India
From Catholicism to Hinduism, St. Michael & Company traveled to India. India is diverse in food, language, religion, arts, and traditions. We visited the cities of Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, and Varanasi. Our trip can be described as a pilgrimage of healing– profound, colorful, in-depth with meditation – Namaste- peace. Indian people are very religious. You READ MORE
Travel Blog: Jordan – Dead Sea Water
DEAD SEA WATER / HEALING PROPERTIES – May 2018, we joined the Jerusalem Pilgrimage and traveled through Aman, Jordan. We had the chance to experience swimming in the Dead Sea -Jordan side. According to Bible ancient stories, the Dead Sea is famous for its healing properties because it contains many minerals and its salt properties READ MORE
Hot Stone Massage
HOT STONE MASSAGE Description: Hot stone massage. Warm and soothing hot stone massage is ideal for people who have muscle pain and tension or who simply want to relax. This type of therapeutic massage eases muscle tension, improves blood flow, and relieves pain by using heated stones. Treatment Goals: Muscle Pain, Stress Relieve, Relaxation Indication: READ MORE
Daily Essentials : Peppermint
Peppermint Latin name: Mentha piperitaCountry of origin: USAPart of the plant: Leaves, stems, flowersExtraction method: Steam distilledMain biochemical components*: Menthol, menthone, isomenthoneProperties: Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, decongestant, stimulant, antispasmodic, astringent. Why Use Physical uses: Poor digestion, indigestion, nausea, stomach aches, motion sickness, respiratory congestion, sinusitis, coughs, infections (bacterial, viral), muscle aches, muscle spasms, sciatica, stiff joints, menstrual cramps, headaches, feeling over-heated, nerve pain, sluggishness, READ MORE