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Calm, reflective water surrounded by mountains, with the Chinese characters 静水映天 centred downwards.
By Josh Barrow November 21, 2025
Learn how breath, Daoist wisdom, and the heart-kidney axis guide inner calm, emotional balance, and a harmonious flow of energy and vitality.
A black and white image of five men touching an elephant.
By Josh Barrow November 19, 2025
Yesterday, I found myself remembering the old story of the blind men and the elephant. Each man reaches out and touches a different part of the animal. One feels the trunk and says it’s a snake. One feels the leg and says it’s a tree. Another feels the ear and says it’s a fan. Each thinks they are right.
An image split by an orange tree with a picture of Anna on the left and Josh on the right.
By Josh Barrow November 6, 2025
Explore how shift workers can improve sleep, energy, and nutrition using the Chinese body clock. Simple lifestyle tips for better balance, stress relief, and long-term wellbeing.
A close-up of two men, greeting each other through a handshake, with the person on the right holding the other's elbow too.
By Josh Barrow November 6, 2025
Discover how thoughts and emotions influence your qi and physical health in Chinese Medicine. Practical steps to shift limiting mindsets, balance energy, and nurture emotional harmony.
A lovely image which visually represents a chapter from one of the classical texts of acupuncture.
October 20, 2025
Curious how acupuncture works? By promoting the free flow of Qi and blood, it helps the body heal naturally, easing pain and supporting overall wellbeing.
An image is behind Chinese Characters for the Seasonal Node of Jie Qi. In the background is a frosted plant.
October 20, 2025
Discover how to navigate Frost’s Descent with Chinese Medicine. Seasonal foods, tips for protecting your lungs, boosting circulation, and preventing colds during this transitional period.
Josh stands tall as a lady to his right measures his height as part of a science experiment.
October 20, 2025
Discover how acupuncture supports holistic health by promoting the free flow of Qi, balancing emotions, and improving both physical and mental wellbeing.
Foot with a blue dot on the outer ankle, resting on a textured gray surface.
October 20, 2025
Discover the benefits of Kidney 4, the Large Goblet, for back pain, shortness of breath, and fear-related emotional imbalances through Chinese Medicine principles.
A graphic which is of two faces eother side, made out of trees, with a person walking through a gap between the two faces.
October 20, 2025
Explore the many facets of personal identity, how illness or roles shape us, and why embracing multiple identities can enrich our lives and wellbeing.
Gold balloon letters spell
October 20, 2025
Learn why taking time to acknowledge your achievements matters. Reflect on hard work, perseverance, and personal growth to boost confidence and wellbeing.
An image of a well in the foreground with some green grass behind and the sun rising.
October 20, 2025
Explore the preventive power of acupuncture. Early intervention can help maintain health, reduce stress, and prevent minor complaints from developing into serious issues.
A graphic image of a brain which is depicted in black and white.
October 20, 2025
Explore how acupuncture offers a holistic approach to managing ADHD by balancing mind, emotions, and energy. Learn how classical Chinese Medicine supports focus, calm, and cognitive function.
Chinese ink wash painting with mountains, water, boat, and text
October 20, 2025
Discover how acupuncture and Chinese philosophy help cultivate balance. Align your mind, body, and energy with life’s natural rhythms for greater wellbeing.
Person lying down, abdominal area visible with belt and hand touching skin.
October 20, 2025
Discover Liver 14 (Chapter Gate) and its role in easing tension, improving Liver Qi flow, and guiding emotional and life transitions through classical acupuncture.
A close-up of an acupuncturist reading a patient's pulse who is lying down. It's a key diagnostic pillars of acupuncture.
October 20, 2025
Explore the quiet rebellion of presence. Acupuncture helps you reconnect with your body, mind, and others, fostering balance, rest, and emotional wellbeing.
A close-up of an acupuncturist reading a patient's pulse who is lying down. It's a key diagnostic pillars of acupuncture.
By Josh Barrow October 14, 2025
Learn how acupuncture combines centuries-old practice with deep human connection. Every patient brings a story, teaching resilience, hope, and balance.
A close-up image of an acupuncturist placing a few needles into the patient's back along the Du Mai channel.
October 1, 2025
Discover how acupuncture works through the lens of Chinese Medicine. By restoring the free flow of qi and blood, acupuncture helps relieve pain, balance the body, and support overall wellbeing.
A female patient is lying on her back, with some needles in, as a practitioner to the right is adding a new point.
October 1, 2025
Learn how Buddhism has influenced Chinese Medicine through concepts like Qi, mindfulness, and compassion. Discover the shared roots of healing, balance, and holistic wellbeing in these ancient traditions.
A close-up of an acupuncturist palpating a patient's elbow whilst finding an acupuncture point called Large Intestine 11.
August 20, 2025
Transition into Autumn with guidance from Chinese Medicine. Reduce cold foods, slow down, and explore acupuncture to support your digestion, immunity, and overall wellbeing.