The Huainanzi (The Master of Huainan) is a compendium of knowledge dating from early in China’s Han dynasty (206 B.C.E.-220 C.E.). It was compiled under the auspices of, and probably with the active participation of, Liu An (1797-122 B.C.E.), the king of Huainan.
In Chinese Medicine we consider Water to be our primordial source of what we are. Water represents our potential both physically and spiritually. This potential has two aspects, one is our Shen Spirit or soul, and the other one is called Ling potential. Ling potential is considered our physical potential
One of the most common problems we encounter in our clinic is Heart Spirit unrest that causes anxiety and difficulty in falling asleep. I want to share my go-to formula that is very strong and works directly. In this formula Western herbs are used in a tincture form. A tincture
Wei qi is also known as Defence qi in English. This is our bodies ability to recover from and resisit any sickness. Introduction I recently followed a Western Medicine course about the Lymph system for my required schooling points. The Lymph system is a part of the Immune system, and
Dao gives birth to one One gives birth to two, Two gives birth to three, Three gives birth to the ten thousand things. In ancient Chinese classic texts there are verses, or sayings, that seem at first mysterious. They serve to help us remember certain concepts that can be useful
I recently had a client say these exact words to me in my clinic. “I am having trouble transitioning from summer to autumn, and I have pain on my side between my ribs”. This is the perfect expression to indicate weak Earth. I am going to zoom out and then
One of the most common problems seen in my clinic is one where the pivoting function of the Shao yang fails. Let me explain. I started my practice some time ago, and in my pursuit of better clinical results discovered the Kiiko Matsumoto Style (KMS) of Japanese acupuncture. I followed
I came across a video in my YouTube feed that I want to share. I want to share because the video discusses something we all think about, consciousness. What I liked about the video from Annaka Harris is that she explains her version of consciousness, and you know what, it
The Void The void is empty Empty of what? Empty of self or what belongs to self. Empty of eternal or permanent self. Whatever we are is always changing. There is nothing permanent about us that we can point to that is what we really are. There is nothing in
Through the mythology contained in early Daoist texts the spirit of ancient Chinese medicine comes alive. It also makes it easier to remember certain concepts. The Death of Emperor Huntun reflects the cosmological origins of the universe and the human experience. The myth of the death of Emperor Huntun (混沌,
During my studies I discovered that I did not know all of the five agent associations. I collected information during my studies. I have decided to share them since it has deepened my understanding of the qualities of each element. I have used only one text for my studying, namely
Introduction In Chinese Medicine we tend to look at the transformational aspect of the myriad beings. Transformation represents the changes in things and beings in time. And with good reason, because this is how we treat disease. Yet, it is the functionality that brings Chinese Medicine diagnostic methods together and
Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Line 1 Question: "Superior practitioners treat diseases before they arise. Why is this?" The master said: "Treating disease before it arises means that when one sees a liver condition for example, one will know that the liver condition will pass to the spleen,
The lines of the Shāng Hán Lùn or Treatise on Cold Damage are the core structure of the text, and they have a very specific meaning in classical Chinese medical literature. The genius of the writer Zhang Ji are reflected in the lines as well as the whole of ancient
Introduction The document, The Foundations of Classical Chinese Medicine, explores the foundational principles of Chinese medicine and Daoist philosophy, linking these concepts to cosmology, natural cycles, and metaphysical theories. It covers the role of key elements like Yin, Yang, Qi, and Jing in understanding the universe, health, and the human
Being bored is for some people something to be avoided at all costs. We feel a constant need to be entertained and connected. It turns out that being bored is a key to being happy. Being bored allows time for a default mode network to function. When this happens the
Summer is here, and many are heading toward sunny holiday destinations. It seems like the perfect time to talk about The White Tiger and unfortunately for some heatstroke. Have you ever experienced heatstroke? I have, and I can tell you, it made me vomit. Western Medicine: Signs and Symptoms of
Salt has been labeled both a silent killer and a vital nutrient. But what if both modern science and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) actually agree on one thing - salt is essential, and balance is key? In this article, we’ll explore how salt works in the body, dispel some
At the end of September, I will attempt to run/walk 182k with 7000 m vertical ascent. I hear you thinking, but why Paul. And this is my second attempt. And what does this have to do with ancient Chinese wisdom? Let me explain. It all started with a YouTube
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