The practices that sustain me daily weren't born in my lifetime or even my culture. They've traveled across continents and centuries, passed from teacher to student, evolving yet preserving their essence. This continuity fills me with wonder.

Wind in TCM is considered a pathogenic force that can disrupt the smooth flow of Qi (life energy), both physically and emotionally. Find out how yoga and qigong can help you stay balanced during strong seasonal transitions.

There’s something humbling about watching an eclipse. It reminds us that we are part of something vast, something ancient. Our worries, though important, are small in the grand dance of the cosmos.

One of the things I emphasize when working with students—especially those experiencing anxiety or depression—is that our minds are always paying attention to our bodies.

Transitions are rarely smooth. Whether in nature, in our personal lives, or in the larger systems that shape our world, change often comes with turbulence

Yin energy is at its peak in winter—when daylight is scarce, temperatures are cooler, and nature’s movements are more still. Winter whispers an invitation to slow down, to pause, to rest.

Water, one of the five elements in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), symbolizes adaptability, depth, and renewal.

In qigong practice, the word qi often gets translated as "life force" or "energy." For a long time, I thought of qi as a “thing”—something that flows, yes, but more like an invisible fluid moving through my body.

With fall upon us, it's the perfect time to tune into the qualities of the Metal element and discover how its properties—both energetically and through the actual metals that surround us—can help bring balance into our lives. Today, we'll explore the connection between Yi and the Metal element and how incorporating metals into your environment, like jewelry, sculptures, or even furniture, can support your well-being.

In TCM, the Five Element theory provides a holistic framework to understand how the different aspects of health—diet, movement, and emotions—are interconnected with nature. Each element corresponds to a season, organ system, and various bodily functions. Here’s a quick overview: