Spring is the season for growth, inspiration, and renewed vision. In nature, these qualities are reflected in colorful meadows, luscious forests, and in the playful curiosity of newborn animals. As humans, we can channel this potent energy to fuel our creativity and...
It was a rainy afternoon in Santa Cruz, California when Lee received the call. With his baby on one arm and holding a cup of Pu-Erh tea in the other, he answered his phone and was greeted by an unlikely caller: An Oscar Award Winning Hollywood producer. Having worked...
Like each of the Five Elements of Chinese Medicine, the Wood Element plays an important role in maintaining harmony and balance within nature. Since humans are a part of nature, there’s a lot we can learn about ourselves by understanding the wisdom of the Wood...
Even though humans are a part of nature, we sometimes lose touch with the world around us. Instead of respecting and revering Earth’s beauty, our perceived separateness can cause us to engage in destructive behaviors that harm our planet’s precious resources. However,...
There’s a reason some places are better than others for recharging your body and mind. When you’re in the right space, it’s easier to let go of stress, find your center, and cultivate nourishing energy. So, it’s a good idea to pay attention to where you choose to...
Home is a sacred place. It’s where we go to rest, relax, and seek rejuvenation for our mind and body. For those of us who work from home, it’s also a place for creativity, collaboration, and focus. Given its importance, shouldn’t you seek to enliven your home? This...
Long before the development of Western medicine, people relied on their own innate healing potential to treat sickness and disease. In China, practices such as Qi Gong, acupressure, and self-massage played a crucial role in health and well-being. In the...
Lying awake at night isn’t fun. After a long day, your mind and body need rest, so it can be frustrating when you find yourself tossing and turning beneath the covers. Fortunately, Qi Gong can provide some helpful tools to help you improve your sleep at night. In this...
It’s the Chinese new year, which means that new energies are emerging within and around us. Today, February 1st, we turn the page in the Chinese calendar and prepare to welcome the year of the Water Tiger. Every twelve years, we get to experience the Tiger. However,...
