Emotional “War” We Are Waging

Emotional “War” We Are Waging

From a Chinese medical point of view the emotions play a big part in a person’s total health and well-being. There are five main emotions considered when diagnosing an illness – anger, joy, worry, sorrow/grief and fear. Each emotion is connected to a particular organ...
Change From the Inside Out

Change From the Inside Out

I was reminded recently by a good friend what can happen if a group of people put their minds, hearts and spirits together and collectively focus their intent on achieving a particular goal that miracles can and will show up! Her story was about a friend, I’ll call...
Quick Tips for Summer

Quick Tips for Summer

     The Heart and the Small Intestine are the organs most affected by the summer season. Here are some healthy additions to your daily diet and routine that will help you stay cool and in balance with the season.          ...
Essential Oils to Support the Emotional Heart

Essential Oils to Support the Emotional Heart

    Essential oils are very beneficial to our physical and emotional well-being, and can be a lovely addition to our daily routine. Sometimes disharmony of the Fire element can be seen as anxiety, depression, agitation, insecurity, insomnia, and...
Eating Tips for Spring

Eating Tips for Spring

According to Traditional Chinese medicine, Spring is the season of the liver and Gallbladder.  These organs are in charge of regulating a smooth and soothing flow of energy throughout the whole person (body and mind). They are prone to congestion (aka...
Having Trouble Getting Pregnant?

Having Trouble Getting Pregnant?

Have you considered Acupuncture? By Kathleen Kenneally L.Ac.         If you have been trying to conceive a child for more than a year, there is a good chance that something may be interfering with your reproductive function. Below...
The Gift of the Winter Season

The Gift of the Winter Season

In Chinese medicine the winter months are a time to re-charge, re-view, make plans and replenish our personal “reserves” so that when the weather warms- we are ready to “Spring Forward” and put our plans into action!  The Chinese New...
What is Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine?

What is Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine?

By Kathleen Kenneally, L.Ac.               Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) emphasizes a holistic approach that treats the whole person, unlike Western medicine, which attempts to separate the disease from...
Emotions and Our Health

Emotions and Our Health

From a Chinese medical point of view the emotions play a big part in a person’s total health and well-being.  There are five main emotions considered when diagnosing an illness – anger, joy, worry, sorrow/grief, fear and each emotion is connected to a...
Chinese Facial Diagnosis

Chinese Facial Diagnosis

How Does The Earth Element Show on Your Face?   The ancient art of Chinese Facial Reading is one of the techniques used to diagnose illness, to evaluate the flow of life force energy and to assess the spirit of an individual.  The practice of facial...