Nido Qubein

The ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu once said, “A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step”. Yet often we find that first step to be the hardest. Going for an actual walk daily is a great way to begin moving toward a goal. From a Chinese…

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Japanese Proverb

This Japanese proverb reminds us that toddlers are great role models for how to be successful. Have you ever watched a 12-month old? They live for fun! They feel good about themselves. They are spontaneous and stay in the moment. And if they fall, not getting up again is never…

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John Wooden

It’s easier to think life is always working out for us if we are calm and centered. Acupuncture can help anyone feel more balanced and thus better able to see the rainbow through the rain. Please share in the comments below if acupuncture has ever brightened your day!   View…

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Henry Ford

What we believe to be true IS true for us. Chinese medicine teaches that daily cultivation is key to positive change. If your beliefs need a boost, then practice turning your awareness toward something that makes you smile every time a doubt arises. Even focusing on one thing that makes…

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Dr. Henry Link

As an acupuncturist, I find that stagnant energy is behind every imbalance. And because digestion and worry/overthinking are governed by the same channels, one of the best ways to transform fear is through improving digestion. Proper nutrition, exercise, deep breathing, and laughter all move the fears that keep us stuck…

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Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe

From a Chinese medicine perspective, the liver meridian fuels our imaginations and feeds ideas. But if liver energy isn’t well rooted, we can become wishful thinkers instead of action takers. Practice grounding daily through deep breathing, proper nourishment, and getting out into nature.   View on Instagram

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Rob Siltanen

In Chinese medicine, the heart is like an emperor ruling over life’s experiences. If your heart loves your mission to make a difference, there’s truly no stopping you.   View on Instagram

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“Paralysis by analysis” in Chinese medicine is often a spleen and liver disharmony rooted in poor digestion and stress. Simply eating better and walking for exercise can help you get motivated and moving.   View on Instagram

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Vivian Greene

Trying to control external circumstances only taxes the lung and liver meridians in Chinese medicine, leading to exhaustion and frustration. What we CAN learn to control is our perception and our attitude. Practice seeing everything as a gift or lesson that’s meant to help you.   View on Instagram

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T.S. Eliot

Chinese medicine teaches that a balanced liver meridian allows us to move more freely toward our dreams. Having fun each day makes the liver happy – and lets us focus on the reward, not the risk.   View on Instagram

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