Masaru Emoto: the Healing Power of Water

The Healing Powers of Water is a continuation of Masaru Emoto’s work with the effects of consciousness on water, which he made visible by freezing the water and photographing the crystals.

Spinal Breathing

Spinal breathing is a centering exercise and is said to reduce stress and energize the nervous system. Focusing on the spine is believed to help the flow of your qi or life force. It’s meant to prepare you for deep meditation, but it really is a meditation in itself.

You are allowed to be sad

You are allowed to be sad.

9,000 Needles: one man's acupuncture journey

Devin Dearth was a 40-year-old bodybuilder when he suffered a massive stroke that left him bedridden. 9,000 Needles is a documentary about him traveling to China for an immersive stroke rehabilitation program, combining both Western medicine and acupuncture.

Acupuncture for your pets

Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to treat disease. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, the body has several rivers of energy (qi), called meridians. When the qi is balanced and free-flowing, the person is healthy. Depleted or blocked qi cause pain or illness. Acupuncture can restore the balance of qi. From a western medical viewpoint, acupuncture stimulates the body's production of endorphins and immune response.

Blood and Guts (and how to make money with your poop!)

Emotional Freedom Technique

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is a stress-relieving therapy using the energetic meridians of the body. It is also called tapping because you are literally tapping acupuncture points with your fingers while thinking or saying emotionally supportive messages. There are studies citing decreases in cortisol and the neurological effects of tapping in support of the therapy; of course, there are also doctors who debate the effectiveness.

Mind-Body-Energy

The mind-body-energy concept has been with us for a few generations now, yet, we continue to learn more. Reiki, massage, QiGong, and other energy work enhance our traditional medical treatments.

One Small, Doable Step at a Time

One small, doable step at a time! This concept is at the heart of Kaizen Living as we try to improve our health and, in general, our lives. Learning one thing, one day at a time, will lead to great changes in our health and happiness.