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Gong Xi Fa Ca!
That’s the traditional Chinese New Year greeting that means “wishing you prosperity” in Mandarin. The first day of the Chinese New Year began at midnight on January 23 and runs until February 6. This is the most important of Chinese holidays, celebrated by over 1.3 billion people in China and by millions of ethnic Chinese around the world. The celebration lasts 15 days and culminates with the Lantern Festival. Each year is associated with one of twelve animals in the Chinese zodiac; in 2012, we are in the Year of the Dragon. Read the rest of this entry »
My Dear Friends,
I want to wish you the very best of the holiday season! Enjoy spending time with family and friends, but get plenty of rest when you are able to. This is the time of year that we seem to “really” burn the candle at both ends, so take the best care of yourself that you can. If you over-indulge in rich food, try a little black licorice, peppermint or ginger tea to settle things down. I hope to see you in the new year!
May your hearts be full of contentment, peace and love,
Embrace the Seasonal Transition
Crisp cold air reinforces that it’s time to put up the heavy curtains, finish gathering summer clothes into storage and freshen up the winter attire. This transition time of autumn gives us a chance to adjust and accept that snow and arctic chill factors will be with us for some time. Let’s embrace this transition! Let’s prepare for the inevitable and welcome the long dark nights that invite introspection and reevaluation. Let’s pull out the soup recipes and bring as much warmth inside as possible. Let’s remember our stories and tall tales to share with loved ones. Let’s get ready for what’s coming since denial does little to keep it away!
I encourage you to be careful during this transitional season. It’s tempting to continue to wear shorts, tank tops, no socks or other attire more suitable for the heat of summer. This habit can catch us off guard as a sudden blast of wind exposes us to cold and damp, and suddenly we’re feeling cold or flu symptoms. It sounds so silly, but dress in layers that can be replaced or removed depending on the moment…don’t let “Old Man Winter” catch you off guard. Oops, just had a “Mom moment.”
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Welcome to Fall
In the Chinese view of the seasons, autumn is the season of metal, and the organ systems governed by the metal element are the Lungs and the Large Intestine. A natural occurrence during this season seems to be a clearing out of what is no longer needed and keeping what is truly valued. For many of us, this time of year seems to trigger a need to clean closets, toss out piles of papers and “stuff” that is unnecessary, prepare the harvest of summer and begin to ready ourselves for the deep stillness of winter. Some people feel a need to cleanse their digestive systems and lighten their bodies. Others find themselves more susceptible to colds and flu. Take some time to protect yourself during this changing season – drink more water, remember your vitamins, enjoy a diet of healthy foods and get some exercise when you are able. Your health is your greatest treasure…protect it well! Read the rest of this entry »
Winter 2011 Newsletter
Dear Friends,
Happy New Year! I hope that this note finds you well and rested after the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. What a whirlwind of activity the last few months have been for me and everyone I know. It’s nice to be getting back into a groove and a rhythm that doesn’t include wrapping paper!
I know how busy you are so I’ll keep this brief. In October I finalized an office move right next door to the office I had on the 2nd floor of 2040 West Main. After a remodel that has provided 2 full private treatment rooms and a more spacious waiting area, as well as room for all my research books and various tools of the trade, I feel really settled into the new office. If you haven’t been in for a while, please feel free to drop in and check out my new digs! The new suite number is 209, and it is literally one door away from my old office. Read the rest of this entry »
December 2009 Newsletter
As the song goes “it’s the most wonderful time of the year” ~ at least that’s how I feel! I really do love the winter season…the deep darkness and cold that falls over so much of the country fosters a desire to be still, become more reflective, and even hibernate! While the pace of our modern world doesn’t really encourage that inner reflection and desire to slow down, our inner voice seems to cry out for it. When you are able, seize the quiet times, embrace those moments of slowing down and allow your own batteries to recharge. Get some extra sleep when you can. That’s what winter is all about. Read the rest of this entry »
Greetings Friends,
How time is flying by! It seems like only yesterday we were dealing with blizzards and frigid temperatures, and now, the heat of summer is upon us.
Greetings Friends!
The wild and windy days of Spring are upon us – at last! Yes, even when the snow visits, we see it melt quickly, and the tender grasses and flower shoots appear as if in answer to the robin’s song and the kiss of rain.
As spring approaches, many people start to think about any “winter weight” that has taken up residence on parts of the body that surely will be more exposed as the temperature rises. I wish I could tell you that acupuncture alone will take the place of sensible food choices and burning more energy than calories taken in. But alas, there are no magic bullets.
Dear Friends!
I am starting something new as part of my efforts to stay in touch with you. This is the first of a monthly quick visit with you over the internet. The main purpose to say hello, and hopefully offer a little information that may be useful to you, or at least interesting.
Click here to view our very first New Freedom Acupuncture newsletter.
