Times of crisis and unexpected change can be jarring to the body and mind. The past several months have sent many of us into states of anxiety, depression, fear and shock. We’ve had to face uncertainty regarding our safety, health, finances and freedom. In my...
I’ve been treating an interesting case in my acupuncture clinic. A 40-year-old patient who came in with what was diagnosed as a wart on his chin. The growth was burned off by a dermatologist, but kept coming back. In fact, it even grows at times,...
The first two parts of this series spoke of the need to develop "evolutionary consciousness": to boost our immunity, but also strengthen the ability to adjust to these changing times. The acupuncture Extraordinary Vessel called "Yang Wei Mai": the active linking vessel was described as...
As we focus on the very real physical health concerns during the COVID-19 crisis, now more than ever we must access deep reservoirs of vitality and wisdom within ourselves. In acupuncture language these deep reservoirs are the Eight Extraordinary Vessels. Beyond the daily vitality of...
We are living through a historical period marked by great fear, uncertainty and vulnerability. For most of us, it is truly surreal. The vast amount of information we are all privy to is both helpful, in that it can provide updates and wisdom to keep...