Monthly Archives: April 2012
Adapting to Stress
We are constantly under stress. Whether this is good stress or bad stress is irrelevant. Your body doesn’t really judge between the two all that much. In fact, the numerous changes that your body in general, hormones, neurotransmitters, and of … Continue reading
Shedding Light on the Practice of Moxibustion
The following scientific article was coauthored by myself and my colleague and mentor, Dr Daniel Medvedov, Ph.D., O.M.D., whose extensive experience with moxibustion, acupuncture, and many other aspects of traditional Chinese medicine led to its development. This article has supporting … Continue reading
Five Ear Points: an excellent prescription for stress reduction and overall wellness
Among the 108 auricular points (acupoints located on the external portion of the ear), there is a very special set of five. These five points are being utilized by the N.A.D.A. (National Acupuncture Detoxification Association) as well as the A.W.B. … Continue reading
Acupoint Therapy: promoting the relaxation response in our clients
There are innumerable objective studies which have been conducted regarding acupoint therapy, whether through acupuncture, acupressure, or by other means, and how acupoint therapy facilitates the relaxation response in clients. Clients may also choose to seek the advice of their … Continue reading
Adapting to Stress
Our systems are programmed with one main, guiding concept, homeostasis – the maintaining of a balance point. Just like in Nature, our body, our feelings, thought processes, and relationships would be harmonious. However, due to the added programming we receive … Continue reading
Breathing: considering the effects of our breathing on our physiology and psychology
Breath is a bridge between mind and body. When you breathe, the action of the diaphragm (breathing muscle) stimulates all the surrounding organs. It is like they are massaged by this muscle and by your breathing rhythm. These organs, all … Continue reading
Change, and other Certainties
Change is one of the most popular reasons for stress. There are many variables, constantly and spontaneously rearranging themselves, changing their potential influence on us. We begin coping with Change from THE EARLIEST MOMENTS of our lifetime. And if you … Continue reading
