in·spire /inˈspī(ə)r/: arouse, animate, imbue with spirit, give rise to, possessing extraordinary quality as if arising from an external creative impulse, to breathe in According to Classical Chinese symbolism, autumn is associated with the energetic qualities of the metal element. Metal 金 (jīn) corresponds to anything in nature with an internalized structure, such as crystals […]
10 Signs of Digestive Disharmony and 12 Simple Ways to Harmonize it
In Ancient Chinese Medicine, digestion is intimately linked with the Earth element, which is comprised of the Spleen, Stomach and Pancreas. As the soil of the earth is simultaneously composting old life and serving as a nourishing foundation for the growth of new life, Earth is constantly in flux as it digests everything that we […]
The Approach to Autoimmune Diseases in Ancient Chinese Medicine
The third most common disease category in the United States following cancer and heart disease is that of autoimmune conditions. It is estimated that around 50 million individuals in the U.S have been diagnosed with them, and this number is likely even higher as autoimmune diseases commonly go unnoticed. Autoimmune diseases occur when the body’s […]
Ancient Chinese Medicine is a Holistic Medical System
With the growing popularity of integrative healing methods, the term “holistic” is one that is heard often these days. Holistic healing is a process referring to the integrative healing of the mind, body, emotions, and spirit. Holistic healing modalities are techniques utilized to achieve this process. Massage, breath-work, yoga, sound therapy, and meditation are each […]