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TCM Liver Qi Stagnation: Why Modern Stress Fuels It Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Understanding Liver Qi Stagnation: A TCM concept crucial for emotional and physical health. Causes: Modern stressors like emotional strain and lifestyle factors contribute to this condition. Symptoms: Includes emotional fluctuations, digestive issues, and physical discomfort. Practical Strategies: Lifestyle changes, dietary adjustments,…
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TCM Lung Health: How to Strengthen Qi and Breath Naturally Estimated Reading Time: 8 minutes Understand the connection between lung health and overall well-being in TCM. Identify symptoms of Lung Qi deficiency for early intervention. Explore practical TCM approaches to enhance lung health. Learn actionable steps for HR professionals to promote wellness. Recognize the importance…
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Spleen in TCM: 7 Ways Modern Life Weakens Spleen Qi Author: Jake · Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner Key Takeaways In this article I will walk you through what the spleen means in TCM, how modern life weakens it and how you can rebuild spleen qi with a clear four week plan. Introduction When people come…
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3 Traditional Chinese Medicine Movement Practices to Center and Ground Late-Summer Energy Late summer in the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) calendar is a unique transitional season. It is the bridge between the peak yang energy of summer and the cooling yin energy of autumn. In TCM, this time is governed by the Earth element, which…
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Aligning with the Shifting Light of August: A TCM Guide to Seasonal Balance August carries a subtle but undeniable shift. While summer’s warmth still lingers, the light begins to soften. Days shorten almost imperceptibly, shadows grow longer, and the sun’s angle changes. This change in light is more than just a visual cue — in…
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Nourishing the Spleen and Stomach with Traditional Chinese Congee In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), food is more than fuel. It is medicine for the body and soul. Among the most comforting and therapeutic dishes in the TCM kitchen is zhou, or congee, a slow-cooked rice porridge that has been a dietary staple in China for…
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Seasonal Grief and Letting Go: The Earth Element’s Wisdom in Traditional Chinese Medicine As the exuberance of summer gently softens into the quiet reflection of late summer and early autumn, we often find ourselves slowing down. The days grow shorter, the air becomes heavier with moisture, and nature itself begins its gradual process of release.…
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Late Summer’s Golden Hour: A Poetic Reflection in Traditional Chinese Medicine There is a hush that falls across the land in late summer. The cicadas no longer rush their song. The breeze, once bright with youthful fire, begins to wander slower through the leaves. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this is not just a poetic…
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The Power of Intention in Meal Preparation: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the art of nourishment is about more than the ingredients on your plate. It begins with the energy you bring to the process. From the moment you step into the kitchen to the final bite at the table,…
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How the Earth Element Supports Life’s Transitions in Traditional Chinese Medicine How the Earth Element Supports Life’s Transitions in Traditional Chinese Medicine In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), each season carries its own energetic qualities, organs, emotions, and elemental correspondences. While the fire of summer blazes with activity and outward expression, there comes a moment when…