What inspires a person to be kind to others? It’s easy to notice kindness when you see it, but it’s not always clear where it originates from. While each person is unique, according to Chinese Medicine, there are some common energetic qualities that contribute to...
Western Medicine sends the wrong message about health and healing. It tells you that the healing process is completely beyond your control and that doctors and nurses hold the keys to your healthcare. According to the western medical establishment, all you can do is...
When do you think is the best time of day to practice Qi Gong? The short answer is that it’s always a great time to practice. But if you don’t have time to practice multiple times during the day, you may find yourself trying to decide whether or not you should...
The similarities between Qi Gong and Reiki aren’t a mere coincidence. In fact, the two practices are even based on the same concept of Qi, and masters of each offer valuable wisdom to the other. Both share similar principles and are used to cultivate health and...
Have you ever heard the expression, “Too much of a good thing is a bad thing?” When you think about it, this truth is self-evident. Everyone knows that food is essential for life, but overeating can lead to significant health issues. Similarly, spending time by...
Each Chinese new year brings new lessons, and this one invites you to welcome the wisdom of the Water Rabbit. If you pay attention, you can harness the year’s powerful gifts of intuition, patience, diplomacy, and more. The Rabbit shows up every twelve years, but...
Have you ever noticed how a tasty bowl of soup is extra satisfying on a cold winter day? Just as ice cream pairs perfectly with summer, other foods seem to appeal to your appetite more than others during the year’s chilliest months. According to Chinese Medicine and...
There’s an old adage in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Qi Gong: The mind leads the Qi. In other words, by focusing your mind in a skillful way, it’s possible to transform your internal energy state and experience elevated states of consciousness. And the best...
Do you ever struggle being around other people or feel chilly when it isn’t that cold? Both of these could be symptoms that your Water Element is out of balance. Fortunately, there is a simple (and fun!) way that you can naturally regain harmony when Water imbalances...
