Qi Gong & Meditation (氣功和冥想) Qi Gong (氣功) is not as widely known as meditation in the West. Also, did you know that meditation is one of the components of Qi Gong? Other components include breathing, movement, and visualization. What is Qi Gong? Qi Gong can be translated as “the work of life force energy”….
The Five Pillars / Modalities of Chinese Medicine are: Acupuncture & Moxibustion (针灸) Herbal Medicine & Diet Therapy (中药和食療) Tui Na Bodywork (推拿) Tai Chi (Tai Ji) & Exercise (太極和運動) Qi Gong & Meditation (氣功和冥想) Depending on a person’s goals or health concerns, a combination of modalities or a single modality can be applied to…
This month, let’s focus on “practice.” We can shift our mindset on how we make changes in life. They don’t have to be a struggle. In fact, they can energize us and enrich our lives. The Practice: Make a very small change or establish a minor habit. Commit to it daily. Personally, I’m dedicating myself to…
The Four Examinations望聞問切 Can you imagine a world without blood work or body scans? How would a physician examine a patient’s condition? Have you heard of “The Four Examinations”? Inspection (望) Listening & Smelling (聞) Inquiry (問) Palpation (切) These four examinations have been practiced for millennia in medicine. They are essential for healthcare providers…
