Tag: wellness
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Understanding the Chinese New Year Calendar
Read more: Understanding the Chinese New Year CalendarAs an Acupuncturist many people ask me, “Why is the Chinese new year not set to a specific date in our Gregorian calendar?” The simple answer is that it is set to a different and much older calendar. In the modern world we follow the Solar calendar with 12 months throughout the year, devised during…
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Combat Blue Monday: 10 Strategies for a Happier Mood
Read more: Combat Blue Monday: 10 Strategies for a Happier Mood“Blue Monday” which some have dubbed the “saddest day of the year,” refers to the phenomenon of low mood or stress that many people feel on the third Monday of January. This date may not have any significant scientific proof, just some people find this time of the year to be tough to handle. Here…
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keeping Winter safe
Read more: keeping Winter safeAccording to Chinese Medical Theory, The emotion associated with winter is “Fear” and its element is Water. When our Kidney Qi (Chi) is balanced within us, fear is a healthy emotion, keeping us alert to our surroundings, prompting us to take action and keeping us safe, though when it is out of balance, this fear…
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Why Water is linked to Winter?
Read more: Why Water is linked to Winter?In winter the life-force of nature is at its most latent, like the energy for growth in a seed is fully present, it will not move into a more Yang or active stage until spring. There is wisdom and guidance here for us, by observing nature during the year and acting in harmony with it.…
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Advent 2024
Read more: Advent 2024I was hearing someone talk about advent the other day, specifically about the Season of Advent, and it was described as the most Quakerly of seasons, with its quietly growing and illuminated way in the form of candles, with a slowly developing story that lights the way within and without – with a spiritual light,…
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Celebrating Tolerance: A Call for Unity and Respect
Read more: Celebrating Tolerance: A Call for Unity and RespectInternational Day of Tolerance: Celebrating Diversity and Understanding Observed annually on November 16, the International Day of Tolerance serves as a reminder of the importance of embracing diversity and promoting understanding among all people. Established by UNESCO in 1995, this day encourages individuals and communities to foster mutual respect, acceptance, and harmony, regardless of differences in…
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How Acupuncture Reduces Stress Effectively
Read more: How Acupuncture Reduces Stress EffectivelyAcupuncture can be an effective method for relieving stress through various mechanisms. Here’s how it works: 1. Balancing Energy Flow (Qi) 2. Releasing Endorphins 3. Reducing Cortisol Levels 4. Promoting Relaxation Response 5. Improving Sleep Quality 6. Alleviating Physical Symptoms 7. Mind-Body Connection 8. Personalized Treatment Overall, acupuncture provides a holistic approach to stress relief,…
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Let’s help you remove the fear of Acupuncture
Read more: Let’s help you remove the fear of AcupunctureAcupuncture can be intimidating for some people, particularly due to the use of needles, but it is generally not considered scary for most. Here are some points to help clarify: Reasons It May Seem Scary: Reasons It Is Not Scary: Tips to Ease Fears: Overall, while some may find acupuncture scary at first, many people…
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Apple Day. a delightful celebration of Apples
Read more: Apple Day. a delightful celebration of ApplesApple Day is a celebration dedicated to apples and the importance of orchards in British culture. It originated in the UK and is observed on October 21st each year. Our retreat is situated in the grounds of Iwood Manor which has 2 small orchards of great significance.
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Back Care Awareness Week 2024
Read more: Back Care Awareness Week 2024Backcare Awareness Week 2024 is an annual campaign dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of good back health and educating the public about preventing and managing back pain. This week-long event encourages individuals to prioritize their spinal health, adopt proper posture, and make lifestyle choices that support a healthy back. Backcare Awareness Week aims…
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