{"id":257,"date":"2020-02-07T21:08:17","date_gmt":"2020-02-07T21:08:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/themenectar.com\/demo\/salient-wellness\/?page_id=5"},"modified":"2025-06-18T11:47:09","modified_gmt":"2025-06-18T11:47:09","slug":"wellness-home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/michelleruskin.com\/","title":{"rendered":"Home"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”90px” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”bottom” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”rgba(96,127,164,0.1)” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”16%” bottom_padding=”4%” top_padding_tablet=”20%” bottom_padding_tablet=”15%” top_padding_phone=”0″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=”” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column bottom_padding_desktop=”7%” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” zindex=”100″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”advanced” gradient_type=”default”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” translate_x_tablet=”0%” translate_x_phone=”0%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-10-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”right” bottom_margin=”0″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_highlighted_text highlight_color=”#6a6c73″ style=”none” custom_font_size=”7vh” text_direction=”default”]\n

Michelle Ruskin<\/em><\/h2>\n[\/nectar_highlighted_text][nectar_highlighted_text scribble_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.52)” scribble_text_highlight=”true” style=”scribble” scribble_shape=”squiggle-underline-2″ scribble_thickness=”thin” scribble_speed=”0.8s” scribble_easing=”ease_in_out” custom_font_size=”2vh” text_direction=”default”]Author. Acupuncturist. Soul Healer.<\/em>[\/nectar_highlighted_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” translate_y=”-50px” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” top_margin=”40″ top_margin_tablet=”0px” top_margin_phone=”0px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1747609244312{padding-right: 10% !important;}” text_direction=”default”]\n

For over 20 years, I\u2019ve helped people reconnect with their bodies, navigate emotional healing, and rediscover the wisdom they carry within. My work blends Traditional and Classical Chinese Medicine with modern self-development tools \u2014 all grounded in lived experience and deep compassion.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re here to heal old wounds, master your emotions, or explore the deeper energetics of the Eight Extraordinary Meridians, you\u2019re in the right place.<\/p>\n

Through my books, courses, and free resources, I guide you into a gentler, more powerful relationship with yourself \u2014 one where healing becomes a conversation, not a race.<\/p>\n

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You don\u2019t have to have it all figured out.<\/em>
\nYou just have to keep showing up \u2014 and I\u2019ll meet you there.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” translate_y=”-100px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ background_image=”279″ background_image_position=”center top” background_image_stacking=”default” enable_bg_scale=”true” background_image_loading=”default” column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”zoom-out” 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My book is live on Amazon<\/a><\/em><\/h2>\n[\/nectar_highlighted_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1748545895620{margin-top: 35px !important;}” text_direction=”default”]As you may already know, I\u2019ve recently released my new book\u2014a project that has been both a challenge and a labour of love. It has been a huge journey for me to open up, share parts of my past, and put myself out there, but the incredible support I\u2019ve received so far has truly been heartwarming and encouraging.<\/p>\n

Many of you have already read my book and shared such lovely feedback, which has been so heartwarming. Now, I\u2019m reaching out to ask for your continued support as I take the next steps. Reviews and downloads play a crucial role in being a success with the Amazon algorithm and getting the book into more readers\u2019 hands.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019d like to support me further, you can:<\/p>\n

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    Your encouragement, feedback, and kind words have been vital to this journey, and I\u2019m truly grateful to have your support.<\/p>\n

    Also to receive my free Heal Your inner Child Workbook just subscribe using the link above and I will send it out.<\/p>\n

    Thank you for everything\u2014you truly make all the difference!<\/p>\n

    Warm regards,<\/p>\n

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      Ratings and Reviews<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][testimonial_slider style=”multiple_visible_minimal” star_rating_color=”extra-color-1″ add_border=”true” slider_controls=”default” flickity_border_radius=”default”][testimonial star_rating=”100%” title=”Testimonial” id=”1750247134896-0″ name=”Greg R” subtitle=”Reviewed in Australia on 14 May 2025″ quote=”This book \u2018Heal Your Inner Child\u2019 has helped me address emotional moments and health problems in new ways by understanding how my childhood has played out within me later in life.<\/p>\n

      I have at times addressed things and had thought that I was now comfortable with moments from my past but after ready Michelle Ruskin\u2019s book I now understand how my emotional reactions and health are still affected by past trauma.<\/p>\n

      Beautifully written with an open heart and honesty, I felt like I was in conversation with the author.
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      A must read for anyone wanting to heal wounds and improve their health emotionally and physically.” tab_id=”1750247134897-7″][testimonial star_rating=”100%” title=”Testimonial” id=”1750247134913-5″ name=”Alexandra” subtitle=”Reviewed in Australia on 4 April 2025″ quote=”I loved this book so much. I\u2019ve read many books on self-healing, but this one truly stands out for its clarity, depth, and compassion.<\/p>\n

      From the very first chapter, Michelle creates a safe space for reflection and transformation. Her writing is gentle yet powerful\u2014like a wise friend guiding you through the tender process of reconnecting with the parts of yourself that have long been buried or ignored.<\/p>\n

      I really enjoyed reading the chapters on how trauma affects the body from a Chinese Medicine perspective and the therapeutic practices that can support the healing process.<\/p>\n

      The exercises, affirmations, and reflections are accessible yet deeply effective and the guided meditations are truly beautiful. I loved it!!” tab_id=”1750247134914-7″][testimonial star_rating=”100%” title=”Testimonial” id=”1750247134920-9″ name=”Annie Alex” subtitle=”Reviewed in Australia on 10 April 2025″ quote=”This well written book offers an empowering and practical approach to emotional and trauma healing. The author integrates Chinese Medicine, somatic work, and modern psychology to bring more depth to inner child exploration and healing work. This is an empathetic and valuable guide for anyone who is keen to explore a holistic and deep approach to healing their inner child.” tab_id=”1750247134921-7″][testimonial star_rating=”100%” title=”Testimonial” id=”1750247134927-3″ name=”Michelle Brown” subtitle=”Reviewed in Australia on 5 April 2025″ quote=”Compact and covers all the tools needed to heal childhood wounds that can impact our adult lives and make us unwell. Written in such an easy way, with practical tools, everyone should read this.” tab_id=”1750247134928-10″][testimonial star_rating=”100%” title=”Testimonial” id=”1750247134934-5″ name=”Susan F.” subtitle=”Reviewed in the United States on 27 April 2025″ quote=”Many tensions and illnesses in our body can be addressed with yoga, tai chi, acupuncture and other methods to improve our energy flow, release tensions and improve the overall quality of daily life. It seems woo-woo sometimes but it can work!” tab_id=”1750247134934-4″][testimonial star_rating=”100%” title=”Testimonial” id=”1750247134941-4″ tab_id=”1750247134942-3″ name=”U.D.” subtitle=”Reviewed in Germany on 13 April 2025″ quote=”This book resonated with me on a profound level. It articulates the reasons behind my feelings of stagnation, despite my efforts to address them. The integration of physical and mental aspects was particularly impactful, especially the discussions regarding how trauma resides within the body. It provided me with practical and straightforward methods to enhance my sense of connection and tranquility. This is certainly not your typical self-help book.”][\/testimonial_slider][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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