As the cold comes down and leaves a white blanket on the earth, I affirm that life is beautiful. The trees have shed what no longer serves them and are going bare. Releasing their outward extension of life and going within, getting quiet and still. With this sweet serene landscape, I become … [Read more...] about Winter Poem
Gratitude and Traditional Chinese Medicine
The word gratitude is derived from the Latin word gratia, which means grace, graciousness, or gratefulness. In reality, gratitude encompasses all of this. Gratitude is the thankful appreciation for what an individual receives, whether tangible or intangible. With gratitude, people acknowledge the … [Read more...] about Gratitude and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Our Body’s Report Card
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WMCSV972KT0 One unique aspect about Chinese Medicine is learning about a person, both physically and emotionally—in DETAIL. In order to create an effective treatment plan, the acupuncturist must understand minute details about the “chief complaint” as well as other … [Read more...] about Our Body’s Report Card
Self-Care Going into Autumn
Summer is winding down and we are headed into Autumn. The lower temperatures are a sure sign of colder weather ahead. In Chinese medicine, Autumn is the season related to the Lungs and Colon, so we need to pay attention to our health. It’s no surprise there has already been an uptick in patients … [Read more...] about Self-Care Going into Autumn
Shifting the Scales on Stress
The leading cause of disease in our modern day lives is undeniably stress. Occasionally stress is placed upon us; however, more commonly, we impose stress on our own selves. Whether stress is actual or perceived, our bodies process stress the exact same way that our ancestors did. When our ancestors … [Read more...] about Shifting the Scales on Stress
Emotional Balance with Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine
During difficult times such as now, It is important to take time for self care and reflection. Traditional Chinese Medicine offers a whole-body approach to health and wellness. In TCM, our physical health and our emotional health are interwoven. We often see a correlation between how a person is … [Read more...] about Emotional Balance with Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine