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Dream Interpretation in TCM
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Dream Interpretation in TCM

Mood, Self-Care, Sleep, Wellness

Dream Interpretation in TCM

By Jaime Kauffman, Alex Shiflett|2023-04-13T10:26:34-04:00April 10th, 2023|Categories: Mood, Self-Care, Sleep, Wellness|Tags: dreaming, dreams, five element, Five Sprits, Hun, insomnia, Jung, Shen, sleep disturbances, sleeping, TCM, Traditional Chinese Medicine|

Dream interpretation, as a practice, is indigenous in origin. In spite of the fact that we may not always be able to recall our dreams, for centuries they’ve had the potential to fascinate, scare, and even inform us when interpreted. Like music and film, dreams can be abstract in their expression. The meaning of one’s dreams, and the method to interpret, is a reflection of social, cultural, and historical frameworks. In many ancient societies, dreams were thought to be a kind of supernatural communication and a divination of sorts. Later, dream interpretation had clear associations. For example, in traditional [...]

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TCM Tips for Better Sleep
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TCM Tips for Better Sleep

Seasonal Changes, Sleep

TCM Tips for Better Sleep

By JaimeRoslyn|2023-03-14T16:26:39-04:00March 14th, 2023|Categories: Seasonal Changes, Sleep|Tags: insomnia, sleep, sleep hygiene, spring, tips, Yong Quan|

Photo by Ron Lach from Pexels When we don’t get enough sleep, our mood, concentration and overall health can take a serious hit. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers insight into treating insomnia, whether it’s difficulty in falling or staying asleep. Next time you find yourself tossing and turning in bed, try out these tips and tricks to help get a good night’s rest. What Causes Poor Sleep? According to TCM, issues with sleep are usually attributed to imbalances of yin and yang qi (energy) within the body. During the day, yang energy dominates as it fuels the body’s activities [...]

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Use TCM to Help Adjust to Daylight Saving Time
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Use TCM to Help Adjust to Daylight Saving Time

Seasonal Changes, Sleep

Use TCM to Help Adjust to Daylight Saving Time

By JaimeRoslyn|2024-03-12T10:10:01-04:00March 7th, 2023|Categories: Seasonal Changes, Sleep|Tags: insomnia, spring, Spring Forward, tips|

Photo by cottonbro studio from Pexels The shift to daylight saving time on the second Sunday of March is when the clocks move forward by one hour at 2 a.m. With this change, the sun will rise later in the morning, and the light will last longer into the evening. While we welcome the opportunity to spend more time outdoors with the extra hour of daylight in the evenings, “Spring Forward” also means that we lose an hour’s sleep, leaving many of us feeling sluggish and tired. “It is harder for most people to spring forward than to fall back,” [...]

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Acupuncture Improves Sleep Affected by Anxiety
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Acupuncture Improves Sleep Affected by Anxiety

Mood, Research, Sleep, Wellness

Acupuncture Improves Sleep Affected by Anxiety

By mca_sarah|2022-11-15T14:05:15-05:00March 16th, 2022|Categories: Mood, Research, Sleep, Wellness|Tags: insomnia, mood, research, sleep, wellness|

That feeling in the pit of your chest in the middle of the night... We find it interesting when patients come in droves for the same condition or issue. For many, it's anxiety, specifically the kind of anxiety that is affecting sleep. It seems anxiety has been winning and sleep is bearing the burden. Sleep quality can make or break the whole day, not to mention affect the entire system pretty seriously when the issue persists (think heart disease, weight gain, poor decision-making, etc). Acupuncture improves sleep affected by anxiety Research has shown a significant improvement in sleep quality from acupuncture [...]

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Sleep Nutrition: What You Eat Can Affect Your Sleep
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Sleep Nutrition: What You Eat Can Affect Your Sleep

Nutrition, Sleep

Sleep Nutrition: What You Eat Can Affect Your Sleep

By JaimeRoslyn|2023-03-08T08:24:52-05:00March 15th, 2022|Categories: Nutrition, Sleep|Tags: insomnia, nutrition, sleep, tips|

For many of us, sleep can be an alluding venture. Whether it's falling asleep or staying asleep, it can be tough. To help, sleep experts recommend regular exercise, establishing a bedtime routine and cutting back on screen time and social media. However, a growing body of research suggests that our diets also come into play, with the food we eat affecting how well we sleep and our sleep affecting our dietary choices. Researchers have found that eating a diet that is high in sugar, saturated fat and processed carbohydrates can disrupt sleep. On the other hand, eating more plants, fiber [...]

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Home Remedy: Kidney 1
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Home Remedy: Kidney 1

acupoint, Acupressure, Self-Care

Home Remedy: Kidney 1

By mca_sarah|2024-01-08T13:10:39-05:00June 11th, 2020|Categories: acupoint, Acupressure, Self-Care|Tags: acupoint, acupressure, anxiety, calm, consciousness, home remedy, insomnia, kidney 1|

Located on the sole of the foot, Kidney 1 is the lowest acupuncture point on the entire body. This is a powerful and effective point to shift consciousness (literally and figuratively). We consider this to be a great "home remedy" point because it responds well to pressure (think barefoot walking) or to a warm foot soak (consider adding vetiver or lavender essential oils). This point proved its potency on consciousness in a 2010 study when it effectively sped waking time for patients in a coma state due to a traumatic brain injury (Yiu, 2010). In Chinese Medicine, it has [...]

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Mobilizing Clarity and Purpose with Kidney 1
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Mobilizing Clarity and Purpose with Kidney 1

acupoint, Acupressure, Self-Care

Mobilizing Clarity and Purpose with Kidney 1

By JaimeRoslyn|2022-11-15T14:07:00-05:00February 18th, 2020|Categories: acupoint, Acupressure, Self-Care|Tags: acupoint, acupressure, anxiety, headaches, insomnia, kidney 1|

Adapted from Acutake's "Why Are You Doing That Point? Kidney 1" Located on the bottom of the foot, you may never want to be needled at Kidney 1. However, “Gushing Spring” hurts much less than you’d expect and often there’s no sensation at all (especially when administered by a skilled acupuncturist). Kidney 1 can also be used as an acupressure point (on yourself or another person) to help feel more grounded. But why even bother? Head-clearing Located on the bottom of the foot, Kidney 1 is the lowest acupuncture point on the entire body. This position allows the draining [...]

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Your Best Sleep Do’s and Don’ts
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Your Best Sleep Do’s and Don’ts

Sleep

Your Best Sleep Do’s and Don’ts

By JaimeRoslyn|2022-11-15T14:08:18-05:00June 4th, 2019|Categories: Sleep|Tags: insomnia, sleep, tips|

Acupuncture can be an effective and wonderful way to treat insomnia or sleep disturbances. But if you’re seeking to create even more softness and stillness in your slumber, there are other aspects to take into consideration. Check out this list of sleep do’s and don’ts - you may find that just a few lifestyle changes can make a big difference. DO: Maintain a regular sleep cycle by going to bed and getting up at the same time every day. Get regular exercise each day, preferably in the morning - there is evidence that regular exercise helps facilitate more restful sleep. [...]

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Understanding Summer Insomnia
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Understanding Summer Insomnia

Seasonal Changes, Sleep

Understanding Summer Insomnia

By JaimeRoslyn|2022-11-15T14:08:18-05:00May 30th, 2019|Categories: Seasonal Changes, Sleep|Tags: insomnia, sleep, summertime, yang|

With modern day stresses and demands - long hours at work and lots of screen time - quality sleep is difficult to come by any time of the year. According to the CDC, more than a third of American adults are not getting enough sleep. However, things become even more challenging as we begin to approach the dog days of summer. SUMMER ENERGY AND INSOMNIA Summer – with its longer daylight hours, heat and humidity, as well as uptick in activity – can rev us up during the day and challenge our ideal sleeping temperature at night. These two [...]

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