Chinese Medicine
Episode 7: How to Sleep Well and Remember Your Dreams
Know that feeling of a dream having just slipped away? Where you’re sure you were dreaming, but now, nothing is left except a sense that you were somewhere else a moment ago? If you’re wishing to better remember your dreams, this one’s for you. It’s not only about remember dreams, though. I’ll start with some…
Read MoreEpisode 5: When Dreams, Acupuncture and a Snake Change Lives (a conversation with Bob Quinn)
Can a dream change someone’s life? You know my answer is an enthusiastic Yes. But how about a dream combined with acupuncture, in just the right dream-inspired spot? That’s next-level. Scroll down to the bottom and hit Play now – or keep reading for some fun tidbits, and links. Bob Quinn was one of my…
Read MoreAre Your Dreams Speaking this Language?
Your dreams are rich with symbols, even symbols you might never have heard of. This video is an intro to the Five Elements (as used in Traditional Chinese Medicine) and how they show up in your dreams. You’ll learn about each element’s motion, color, season, emotion, and corresponding organ in the body. Grab the free…
Read MoreSelf-Acupressure to Support Your Lung, Large Intestine, Spleen & Stomach Networks (for Breathing, Digestion & Immunity)
Here it is! This is the video I promised you in my last post. It’s a quick tutorial on how to use 10 self-acupressure points to support your Lung, Large Intestine, Spleen and Stomach networks, during this time of heightened attention to optimal immune function and resilience. These networks govern breathing, digestion and assimilation of…
Read More9 Ways to Be My Healthiest Self NOW
There’s never been a better time to be your healthiest self. I’ll keep this to-the-point: Here are 9 ways I’m optimizing my well-being and resilience right now, which you can consider too. These are the same recommendations that I give to most of my patients. As with everything posted on this site, it is for…
Read MoreWhy Bring Dreamwork and Chinese Medicine Together?
I’ve had to admit that only certain people lean in and ask for more when I say, “I had such an interesting dream last night…” Others give a vague, “Hm,” or steer the conversation to another subject. And that’s fine. I love talking about dreams – with people who love talking about dreams. When a…
Read MoreWhy Bring Dreamwork and Chinese Medicine Together?
I’ve had to admit that only certain people lean in and ask for more when I say, “I had such an interesting dream last night…” Others give a vague, “Hm,” or steer the conversation to another subject. And that’s fine. I love talking about dreams – with people who love talking about dreams. When a friend shares a…
Read MoreWellness Overwhelm? How to Choose the ONE THING That’ll Make the Biggest Difference
I’m ready to feel better this year. I want more energy, less pain, and better sleep. You, too? So let’s just go ahead and go to bed early, exercise six days a week, cut all the junk out of our diets, meditate daily, and install that whole-house water filter, shall we? By January 31? Wait…
Read MoreMy Top 4 Immune Boosts (that are effective, low-cost and low carbon footprint)
I’d be willing to bet you’re ready to boost your immune system right about now. This time of year, I get asked over and over: “How can I keep from getting sick?” Here are four of my favorite simple ways to boost your immune system. They may make colds and flus less frequent, and, just as…
Read MoreWhat’s Your Insomnia Type?
“I’m so tired… but I can’t sleep!!” I hear you. Let’s start figuring out WHY. What type of “can’t-sleep” is it? Trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or both? Restless? Night sweats? Waking up too early? I love sleeping. And I love helping other people get good sleep, because it helps everything! Lack of sleep –…
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