Celebrating AAPIs with Honor, Recognition and Compassion

By |2023-05-16T14:59:49-04:00May 16th, 2023|Categories: #StopAsianHate, AAPI Heritage Month, Holidays|Tags: , , , |

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the contributions and accomplishments of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) in the United States. One aspect of AAPI culture that is particularly significant, especially to us here at Mend, is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which has been practiced for thousands of years and continues to be used today. As stewards of TCM, we respect and honor the knowledge and practices that have been passed down through generations of Asian practitioners. Though this traditional medicine is not our own, we strive to preserve, promote and practice [...]

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The Winter Solstice: A Time of Self-Care & Celebration

By |2023-12-21T11:05:23-05:00December 13th, 2022|Categories: Seasonal Changes, Self-Care|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Photo by Marina Leonova from Pexels What is the Winter Solstice? The winter solstice marks the perfect time for celebration, reflection, and self-care. For those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, this is the day when the Earth’s axis tilts the furthest away from the sun, creating the shortest day and longest night of the year. While the solstice marks the start of winter, it also signals the beginning of more light ahead.   The Winter Solstice in Traditional Chinese Medicine During the winter solstice, Yin will be at its peak. This is the time of year in which [...]

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