In Chinese medicine, real change does not begin on January 1st. The calendar new year is a reminder to pause, reflect, and prepare. True energetic shifts arrive with the Lunar New Year. Here is why reflective planning using the Yearly Compass has become one of my most valuable annual rituals.

A practical guide to drying tangerine peels for Chen Pi, understanding the differences between citrus peels, and using them to support digestion and lung health in winter. Includes simple drying instructions and Chinese medicine food energetics.

A clear, supportive guide to PMS and dysmenorrhea, why symptoms differ so much from woman to woman, and how Eastern and Western medicine approach treatment. Includes practical tips for stress, nutrition, and self-care during hormonal fluctuations.

People ask me all the time whether acupuncture works. The short answer is yes. The longer answer is even better. Here’s a simple, clear explanation of what actually happens in a treatment and why the body responds so well.