THE ETERNAL SEARCH FOR THE INNER IN-SYNC

Guiomar Campbell has definitely taken wellbeing to another level. With a solid career as a singer and percussionist, the Brazilian artist has been instrumental by bringing rhythm and moves to the body-health field in Toronto.

A devoted student of Oriental medicine, the spirited, creative performer has combined music and dance in revamping many therapies such as shiatsu, acupuncture, aromatherapy, and massage, creating the Biosync-rhythm. This is a technique that synchronizes the body’s natural rhythms through inventive movement, self- shiatsu and yoga.

Campbell employs a variety of techniques according to the needs of each one of her clients. Shiatsu, for instance, involves pressuring on selected acupressure points on the body. Self –massage or Do-In teaches patients to “do it themselves.” These treatments include rotations and stretches of limbs, joints, and meridians to generate energy flow by stimulating the nervous system and consequently relaxing the entire body.

Biosync is proving to be an affordable pain-killer option for those seeking relief from back, neck and shoulder pain, sciatica, muscle tension, spasms, insomnia, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, arthritis, anxiety, depression and migraines. When it comes to infertility issues, Guiomar works alongside with Tanya Smith, Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Together they investigate the patient’s health history and habits to determine which organs and meridians are out of balance to restore equilibrium.

“Our body talks to us revealing what’s wrong and healing it. It amazes me that we can combine diagnosis and treatment to change people’s lives in such a profound way.”

Service: Lotus Arts Wellness and Lifecycles Wellness – 94 Cumberland St. Suite 805. T: 647 428 7200 More info at: http://www.lifecycleswellness.com.

Her other self

Native of Minas Gerais State, Brazil, Campbell has been performing in Toronto since 1978. Guiomar leads Parabolica, a Toronto-based musical group built on a foundation of Afro-Brazilian folk rhythms, bossa nova, samba, and jazz. She also coordinates workshops for both adults and children in samba drumming and dancing. She has performed with many top Toronto acts, including the Toronto Pops Orchestra, Jesse Cook at the Montreal Jazz Festival, and with Grammy nominated jazz flautist Jane Bunnett as part of the Global Divas series. Guiomar was a cast member of ‘Da Kink in My Hair’, a successful Canadian play. Also, she provided rhythmic pulse for the play ‘First Hand Woman’. On March 1^st, 2011, Guiomar will star again in ‘FemCab’at the Harbourfront Centre. Music, comedy, dance, film, and theatre will be the main focus for the cabaret-style show with a cast of 10 performers. The play will start at 8:00 P.M., be sure to get your tickets early.

Find Guiomar Campbell online at http://www.myspace.com/guiomarcampbell