Winter Wellness
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From the perspective of Eastern Medicine, winter is a season of deep introspection and conservation. This time of year is characterised by the body’s natural inclination to turn inward, aligning […]
Concept of “養生” – You-Sei
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“養生” – You-Sei, Yang Sheng in Chinese, is one of the fundamental concepts of Daoism and Kampo (Traditional Japanese Medicine), which translates to “nurture life”. It emphasises addressing minor health issues at […]
How to Boost Your Happiness Hormones – Dopamine, Serotonin, Oxytocin and Endorphine
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In the intricate symphony of human emotions, our brains orchestrate a complex interplay of neurochemicals that influence our perception of happiness and well-being. Among the many neurotransmitters at play, four […]
Herbs and Tips for Lucid Dreaming
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Ancient wisdom from Greek philosopher Heraclitus of Ephesus suggests that sleep serves as a bridge between life and death—an idea echoed by Homer, who likened sleep to “death’s little brother.” […]
Relationship between emotions and the organs
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We all experience occasional mood swings, but when emotional turbulence becomes a constant presence in our lives, it’s essential to delve deeper. Your emotions may seem like they are in […]
Three Treasure Theories Explained
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The Three Treasures, also known as Jing, Qi, and Shen, form the foundation of the most significant philosophical concepts in Traditional East Asian Medicine. These concepts, holism and mind-body synthesis […]
The Life Cycle of Men and Women
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Thre is an Eastern concept of human vitality going through cycles as essence, Jing. It happens every 7 years for women. Men every 8 years. Though it is a natural […]
Yin and Yang Quality
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The concept of Yin and Yang has been applied to everyday lives in many Eastern history. The term Yin and Yang are not pronouns of certain things. They are […]