Armando Merlo, PhD - Holistic Health Practitioner

09/11/2026

https://youtu.be/gwzh7YdcEwE?si=EGtJozUZwArhDip0

Sometimes moving forward begins by giving yourself permission to pause.

This 20-minute guided meditation is designed to help you slow down, release accumulated stress and tension, and reconnect with a steadier sense of presence.

The practice gently guides you through letting go of what you have been carrying, settling back into the body and connecting with positive emotional states that feel genuine—without forcing yourself to feel a particular way.

You do not need to resolve everything in one moment. Sometimes clarity returns once the body is no longer holding so much pressure.

The full guided meditation is available on my YouTube channel.

Sometimes moving forward begins by allowing the body and mind to st...

16/10/2026

COMING SOON TO CRAIGHALL
Deep Rest & Stress Release

A space for you to experience deep relaxation through an immersive class that incorporates breath regulation, simple yoga movements, and deep guided meditation.

Movements are gentle, slow and mainly seated on the ground. You don’t need yoga experience or flexibility; the purpose is to deepen your awareness, connect with your body and cultivate presence.

All levels welcome.

Tuesdays & Thursdays · 18:00–19:00
R230 per person · Limited to eight participants
Guided by Armando Merlo

DM Holism to register your interest.
Start date and booking details coming soon.

14/09/2026

08/09/2026

https://youtu.be/51OKsEkMh2A?si=IrDxs_fS-cgcjugY

This 22-minute guided meditation is designed to help you feel grounded, steady and more connected to your body. Inspired by the traditional Root Centre, the practice uses gentle breathing, body awareness and visualisation to cultivate an inner sense of safety and stability.

Find a comfortable position, allow yourself to settle, and take these few minutes to return to solid ground.

This 22-minute guided meditation is designed to help you feel groun...

30/07/2026

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Start your day right with this life-changing motivational speech by...

12/06/2026

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Can consciousness be understood only as something produced by the brain, or could it also play a more foundational role in shaping human experience and physiology?

In this article, I explore the primacy of consciousness and the models of upward and downward causation within quantum medicine.

Drawing on the work of Hagelin, Laszlo, Goswami, Kafatos and Rein, the article considers how matter, biology, mind and consciousness may be understood as part of an interconnected process, and how these conceptual models may broaden our understanding of chronic stress, health and healing.

This article is adapted from concepts explored in my 2025 PhD thesis in Natural Medicine.

I would be interested to hear your perspective on the relationship between consciousness and physiology.

I am sharing an article exploring the primacy of consciousness and the models of upward and downward causation in quantum medicine. Drawing on the work of Hagelin, Laszlo, Goswami, Kafatos and Rein, the article examines the relationship between matter, biology, mind and consciousness, and considers....

14/05/2026

Most people don’t struggle because they lack knowledge.
They struggle because they don’t know how to regulate their internal state under pressure.

Stress isn’t just something you “feel”; it shapes your thinking, your decisions, your behaviour, and ultimately your performance.

In my work, the focus isn’t just on managing stress temporarily, but on developing the ability to recognise, understand, and shift your internal state in real time.

This is done through a structured, systems-based approach that builds:
– practical self-regulation skills
– deeper self-awareness
– sustainable behaviour change
– lifestyle adjustment

Supported by physiological insight and personalised lifestyle strategies, the goal is simple:
help you function with more clarity, control, and resilience under pressure

If you’re interested in understanding how this applies to you, I offer a complimentary 20-minute discovery call to explore your current challenges and whether this approach is a good fit.

Send me a message to book a complimentery 20 min dicovery call.

27/03/2026

https://holism.life/live-and-dry-blood-analysis/

Our body leaves clues; most people just don’t see them.

Live Blood Analysis offers a real-time view of your internal environment, allowing us to observe patterns in how your system is functioning.

This is not about diagnosing disease; it’s about gaining insight and making changes to help restore balance.

In a session, we may explore patterns related to:
• Circulatory flow
• Hydration and cellular environment
• Stress implications
• Oxygenation and overall terrain
• Patterns that may be associated with oxidative stress

These patterns are then connected to your lifestyle, including stress, sleep, nutrition, and recovery.

The goal is simple:
to help you better understand what’s happening internally so you can make more informed, practical changes.

This session includes guided interpretation and personalised recommendations based on what we observe.

Base at Pure Symmetry multicare centers
95 11th Street, Parkmore, Sandton

DM to book or enquire.

Live and Dry Blood Analysis provides real-time insights into your internal health and biological terrain, supporting personalised wellness strategies.

11/03/2026

https://youtu.be/hL0MpqxBzLA

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

07/03/2026

The modern stress landscape.

In today’s fast-paced society, the effects of stress have reached pandemic proportions. I believe that chronic stress has become one of the most pressing challenges of our time because most people lack the education and tools to manage their psychological and physiological systems effectively.

Our modern environment demands more from us, yet our upbringing and formal education rarely teach us how to regulate our emotional states or develop resilience.
Instead, we often resort to pharmaceuticals or temporary fixes for symptoms without addressing the underlying dysfunctional thinking and belief patterns.

The modern stress landscape In today’s fast-paced society, the effects of stress have reached pandemic proportions. I believe that chronic stress has become one of the most pressing challenges of our time because most people lack the education and tools to manage their psychological and physiologi...