Have you ever felt tired, unmotivated, or constantly restless—even after a full night’s sleep? You’re not lazy, and you aren’t broken. Your body is simply sending you a message through a system that has guided humans for thousands of years: the Five Elements (五行). In Traditional Chinese Medicine, your overall health and energy (Qi) are influenced…
Category: Mental Health
Why You Feel “Heavy” (Even When the Scale Doesn’t Move)
The Sticky Truth About Dampness and Your Health For years, I couldn’t figure out why I felt so sluggish and ‘foggy’ every late summer. It wasn’t just heat—it was a heavy, sinking feeling that made even small tasks feel like wading through water. It wasn’t until my TCM practitioner explained the concept of Dampness that the lightbulb…
My Journey Back To Me
Sometimes, it takes a change of scenery to truly see yourself again. Our trip to Japan was supposed to be about family time, exploring, and making memories – and it definitely was. But what I didn’t expect was how much it would open my eyes again. Over the years, I’ve had little moments here and…