As the days grow longer and nature awakens from its winter slumber, the arrival of spring brings a renewed sense of energy and movement. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), spring is associated with the Wood element, the Liver organ system, and the energy of growth, expansion, and transformation. This is a time to cleanse, rejuvenate, and harmonize our bodies with the rhythms of nature. [...]
If you’re one of millions of people who suffer from an auto-immune disorder and have struggled to find relief, don’t despair. Under normal conditions, our immune system serves to protect us against disease. When not functioning properly, our immune cells can mistakenly attack the very body they’re meant to protect. The precise mechanisms and causes of auto-immune disorders vary, and are not fully understood. [...]
I'm a big believer in New Year's resolutions. I like to reflect on the closing year - to celebrate the successes, and better understand the things that didn't go as well as I had hoped. What do I want to achieve in the coming year, and what can I do differently to make those dreams a reality? How often do we notice that when [...]