Tag: holistic health
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Daily Breathing Practices to Strengthen Qi During Seasonal Change Breath is the bridge between the body and the spirit. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Lungs govern Qi, making breath one of the most powerful ways to influence health. During seasonal change, Qi often feels unsettled. Fatigue, restlessness, or mood swings can arise as the…
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Dampness and Digestion: TCM Tips for Clarity and Energy In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), dampness describes an accumulation of heavy, sticky moisture that the body cannot transform or move effectively. It often shows up in late summer and during humid weather, but dietary habits and stress can invite it any time of year. When dampness…
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In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), emotions are not separate from physiology. They move through the body like weather across a landscape. Each of the Five Elements has a primary emotional tone. The Earth element is associated with thoughtfulness and care. When balanced, Earth brings steady compassion, reliable routines, and the warm feeling of being at…
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Pause and Listen Inward: A TCM Perspective In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), health is more than the absence of illness. It is the harmony of body, mind, and spirit, moving together with the rhythms of nature. Yet in modern life, constant stimulation often drowns out the quiet voice of our inner world. We rush through…
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Dampness and Fatigue in Late Summer: A TCM Perspective In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), each season carries unique influences on our body, mind, and spirit. Late summer belongs to the Earth element, a time of abundance and transition, when harvests ripen and the air feels heavy with humidity. While this season nourishes, it also challenges…
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In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), stillness is more than quiet — it is the foundation for balance, clarity, and resilience. Just as nature has its seasons of activity and rest, our bodies and minds also need moments of pause to restore Qi and harmonize the spirit. In our fast-moving world, intentional stillness becomes a powerful…
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Gentle Self-Care Rituals for Earth-Type Constitutions In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), each person’s constitution reflects the balance of the Five Elements — Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. The Earth element is the center, the harmonizer, and the nurturer. Those with an Earth-type constitution often have warm hearts, a desire to help others, and a…