I’ve been listening, learning, and reflecting. . . how can I make a difference? How can I act to strengthen systems already in place?
Read moreThe Chinese Medicine Emotional Wheel | Acupuncture - Victoria, BC
This ‘Chinese Medicine Emotional Wheel’ diagram was created based on the Chinese Medicine five element system with a hint of ‘Plutchik’s wheel of emotions’. It can be used as a tool for navigating emotions for well-being. The arrows and lines shows us that the nature of human emotions are interconnected (for ex. sadness may be connected to anger), that one may give rise to another (ie. worry to sadness), and that each has it’s gift, for example the virtue of fear is wisdom. We can also see that each section resonates with an affected organ system. . .
Read moreAcupuncture For Stress & Anxiety | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
Acupuncture is a form of mindfulness meditation, as it allows the individual to engage in being and receiving as the needles guide the mind-body into a deep state of relaxation. Biomedically, acupuncture works with the brain by acting on the nervous system. This brain and nervous system communication regulates the parasympathetic nervous system, boosts mood through serotonin and dopamine release, and eases pain through relieving muscle tension and the release of endorphins (...)
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