Sunflower Neurolymph
The Whole Person Flow
A publication by Valerie Briggs, OTR/L, CLT
The Whole Person Flow is where lymphatic science, neurological recovery, and lived experience meet. It explores how the body moves, heals, and adapts, and how we notice and care for those changes, through three kinds of writing:
Also here: Valerie in the media and how to contribute.
Featured · Foundations
What Is the Lymphatic Perceptual Experience?
Understanding how we notice, interpret, and respond to changes in the body.
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From Valerie
Meaningful articles on the lymphatic system, neurological recovery, energy practices, and the research behind them.
Oct 30, 2026
Understanding Lipedema
Oct 10, 2026
The Collision of Spirituality and Medicine
Sep 30, 2026
How to Practice Lymphatic Walking
Sep 13, 2026
From liposuction to robotics. Rehabilitation updates on stroke and lymphatic care.
Sep 5, 2026
3 Signs Your Body Is Holding Tension in the Governing Meridian
Aug 23, 2026
FAQ
Apr 28, 2026
Human Touch Guides Lymphatic Coherence: The Sacred Spiral, Somatic Rhythm, and the Intelligence of Flow
Apr 14, 2026
3 key pieces: Occupational Therapy, The lymphatic System with Manual Lymph Drainage, and Energy Awareness practices/ Reiki.
Apr 3, 2026
The Root of Swelling Guide: How the Root Chakra, Meridians, Mudras, and Pelvic Lymph Flow Work Together
Apr 1, 2026
The MindBody Lymph Connection
Foundations
Lymphatic Energy, explained
Wellness
Omega 3s are sexy
FAQ
Medical Reiki
Provider Spotlights
Conversations with practitioners whose work supports healing of the whole person, so you can find the care that fits you.
Guest Collaborators
Thoughtful perspectives from colleagues, clients, and writers who share an interest in how we move, heal, and grow.
Nov 2, 2026
What does Reiki feel like?
Oct 19, 2026
Things That May Surprise You About a Lymphatic Massage
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Valerie in the Media
Articles, interviews, and publications that feature Valerie's work.
Grayline Post ·
9 Experts on the Biggest Mistakes After a Workplace Injury (opens in a new tab)Quoted as an occupational therapist on why delaying a medical evaluation lengthens recovery
Bored Panda ·
Here's Why More And More Young Women Are Using Mobility Aids, Experts Intervene After Controversial Column (opens in a new tab)Quoted on how mobility aids help people use their strength and endurance for the activities they value
Doctors Magazine ·
How Doctors Reassess Care Plans That Are Not Working (opens in a new tab)Expert contributor
Daily Mail ·
The little-known supplement made from citrus fruit that could help to banish lipoedema (opens in a new tab)Quoted as an occupational therapist and certified lymphoedema therapist on diosmin and lymphatic health
Fitness Interview ·
12 Effective Recovery Tools Worth Your Time and Money for Fitness Results (opens in a new tab)Expert contributor: "Take Mindful Walks for Lymph Flow"
Published research
Lawson, L., Glennon, C., Fiscus, V., Harrell, V., Krause, K., Moore, A., & Smith, K. (2016)
Effects of Making Art and Listening to Music on Symptoms Related to Blood and Marrow Transplantation (opens in a new tab)Oncology Nursing Forum, 43(2), E56–E63 · DOI: 10.1188/16.ONF.E56-E63
Media or interview request? Use the form below, or email contact@kcsunflower.com.
Write for The Whole Person Flow
Provider spotlights and guest pieces are by application. Please read these guidelines before you apply.
Submission guidelines
We welcome pieces within the publication's focus: lymphatic health, neurological recovery, occupational therapy, integrative and energy practices, body awareness, and whole-person wellness.
- Submit original work. If it has appeared elsewhere, tell us where.
- Support health claims with references, cited with links or DOIs to reputable or peer-reviewed sources.
- Write in plain, welcoming language for a general audience.
- We may edit for clarity, length, and style, and we'll share significant edits with you before publishing.
- Submitting does not guarantee publication. We review every submission and reply if it's a good fit.
Contributor agreement
- By submitting, you confirm the work is your own and grant Sunflower Neurolymph Therapy, LLC non-exclusive permission to publish, lightly edit, and share it on this website, Substack, our newsletter, and social media, with credit to you.
- You keep ownership of your work and may publish it elsewhere.
- Any images you send must be your own or used with permission or a license that allows this use, with credit details included. Photos of identifiable people require their consent.
- You may ask us to remove your piece at any time, and we may decline or remove content at our discretion.
Evidence and disclosures
- Articles are for education and are not medical advice or a substitute for individual care.
- Make clear what comes from research and what comes from personal or clinical experience.
- Disclose any conflicts of interest, such as products or services you sell, affiliations, or sponsorships. Sponsored or affiliate content is always labeled.
- Provider spotlights share work Val values; they are not paid endorsements.
Corrections
If you spot an error, please email contact@kcsunflower.com with the article title, what needs correcting, and a source if you have one. We review every request and correct errors promptly, noting significant corrections at the end of the article.
Privacy of others
- Never include names, photos, or details that could identify a patient or client without their written consent.
- Use general, de-identified descriptions, such as "a client recovering from surgery," and change details when telling stories.
- Never share protected health information. Health-related stories must follow HIPAA and our Notice of Privacy Practices.
- Get permission before quoting, naming, or picturing anyone else. We may edit a piece to protect someone's privacy.
See also our privacy policy.