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Springtime Detox to Enhance Your Immune System

In theories of acupuncture, humans are looked at as part of the natural world that surrounds them. Seasons change and during this transition from one season to another, it is important to stay balanced with acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Each season is linked with an organ system in the body. Spring season is also known as the Wood element in TCM. Spring is the Liver and Gall bladder organ and meridian. Spring is when the liver should thrive. However, during transition, or early spring, the liver can get out of whack or out of harmony and become vulnerable. Acupuncture improves the function of the liver meridian and can restore balance to the organs. According to TCM, the liver is responsible for smooth flowing Qi (chi) or energy...

Motivation: Qi Gong

Dr. Scott Greenapple talks about his upcoming Qi Gong workshop in this Motivation Sign up now; only a few spots left! This 4-part series with Dr. Scott Greenapple will delve into the nine phases of cultivating and mastering Qi. Known as The 9 Phases of Personal Cultivation. The classes will include Qi Gong (movement meditation), breathwork, eastern philosophy, and mindfulness meditations. The nine phases are broken up into 3 categories: The first class will be on the first phase, “Jing,” or the Earth Phase. This will focus on 3 specific Qi Gong movements focused on the physical body. The second class will focus on the heart/mind, emotions, breath, and life force. These movements target the nervous system, thoughts, and emotions and help to create calm in the midst of life’s...

QI GONG MINDFULNESS, MEDITATION & BREATHWORK 

This 4-part series with Dr. Scott Greenapple will delve into the nine phases of cultivating and mastering Qi, or what is known as The 9 Phases of Personal Cultivation. The classes will include Qi Gong (movement meditation), breathwork, eastern philosophy, and mindfulness meditations. The nine phases are broken up into 3 categories: Jing: The first class will be on the first phase, "Jing," or the Earth Phase. This will focus on 3 specific Qi Gong movements focused on the physical body.   Qi: The second class will focus on the heart/mind, emotions, breath, and life force. These movements target the nervous system, thoughts, and emotions and help to create calm in the midst of life's stressors.   Shen: The third class will focus on the "Shen" (spirit,...

QI GONG MINDFULNESS, MEDITATION & BREATHWORK 

This 4-part series with Dr. Scott Greenapple will delve into the nine phases of cultivating and mastering Qi, or what is known as The 9 Phases of Personal Cultivation. The classes will include Qi Gong (movement meditation), breathwork, eastern philosophy, and mindfulness meditations. The nine phases are broken up into 3 categories: Jing: The first class will be on the first phase, "Jing," or the Earth Phase. This will focus on 3 specific Qi Gong movements focused on the physical body.   Qi: The second class will focus on the heart/mind, emotions, breath, and life force. These movements target the nervous system, thoughts, and emotions and help to create calm in the midst of life's stressors.   Shen: The third class will focus on the "Shen" (spirit,...

QI GONG MINDFULNESS, MEDITATION & BREATHWORK 

This 4-part series with Dr. Scott Greenapple will delve into the nine phases of cultivating and mastering Qi, or what is known as The 9 Phases of Personal Cultivation. The classes will include Qi Gong (movement meditation), breathwork, eastern philosophy, and mindfulness meditations. The nine phases are broken up into 3 categories: Jing: The first class will be on the first phase, "Jing," or the Earth Phase. This will focus on 3 specific Qi Gong movements focused on the physical body.   Qi: The second class will focus on the heart/mind, emotions, breath, and life force. These movements target the nervous system, thoughts, and emotions and help to create calm in the midst of life's stressors.   Shen: The third class will focus on the "Shen" (spirit,...

QI GONG MINDFULNESS, MEDITATION & BREATHWORK 

This 4-part series with Dr. Scott Greenapple will delve into the nine phases of cultivating and mastering Qi, or what is known as The 9 Phases of Personal Cultivation. The classes will include Qi Gong (movement meditation), breathwork, eastern philosophy, and mindfulness meditations. The nine phases are broken up into 3 categories: Jing: The first class will be on the first phase, "Jing," or the Earth Phase. This will focus on 3 specific Qi Gong movements focused on the physical body.   Qi: The second class will focus on the heart/mind, emotions, breath, and life force. These movements target the nervous system, thoughts, and emotions and help to create calm in the midst of life's stressors.   Shen: The third class will focus on the "Shen" (spirit,...

Qi Gong, Mindfulness Meditation & Acupressure Workshop

Qi Gong is a combination of movement, breath techniques, postures + mindfulness meditation. Or, as Dr. Greenapple likes to refer to it as "Acupuncture without needles", and "Movement Meditation or Movement Medication". Qi means life force, vital energy, breath". Gong means "work and cultivation". So, Qi Gong can be translated as "vital energy cultivation" or mastering your "vital energy". It is the integration of all the above. These simple exercises can have profound effects and literally can make medicine for no cost based on the fact we can alter, enhance or sedate some of the neurotransmitters and hormones responsible for both healing and causing disease states. With these deliberate and intentful movement patterns, breath work, and present mindful awareness, we can enhance the immune system to help become...

Qi Gong, Mindfulness Meditation & Acupressure Workshop

Qi Gong is a combination of movement, breath techniques, postures + mindfulness meditation. Or, as Dr. Greenapple likes to refer to it as "Acupuncture without needles", and "Movement Meditation or Movement Medication". Qi means life force, vital energy, breath". Gong means "work and cultivation". So, Qi Gong can be translated as "vital energy cultivation" or mastering your "vital energy". It is the integration of all the above. These simple exercises can have profound effects and literally can make medicine for no cost based on the fact we can alter, enhance or sedate some of the neurotransmitters and hormones responsible for both healing and causing disease states. With these deliberate and intentful movement patterns, breath work, and present mindful awareness, we can enhance the immune system to help become...

Qi Gong, Mindfulness Meditation & Acupressure Workshop

Qi Gong is a combination of movement, breath techniques, postures + mindfulness meditation. Or, as Dr. Greenapple likes to refer to it as "Acupuncture without needles", and "Movement Meditation or Movement Medication". Qi means life force, vital energy, breath". Gong means "work and cultivation". So, Qi Gong can be translated as "vital energy cultivation" or mastering your "vital energy". It is the integration of all the above. These simple exercises can have profound effects and literally can make medicine for no cost based on the fact we can alter, enhance or sedate some of the neurotransmitters and hormones responsible for both healing and causing disease states. With these deliberate and intentful movement patterns, breath work, and present mindful awareness, we can enhance the immune system to help become...

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