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Sound as Medicine: How TCM Uses Music to Balance Body and Mind
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), music is not just entertainment — it’s seen as a therapeutic force that influences the body, mind,...

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Sep 19


The Herbalist’s Secret: Oxymels & Fire Cider for Winter Wellness
Oxymels: Sweet + Tangy Herbal Medicine for Immunity & Vitality When it comes to traditional herbal remedies, oxymels are one of the most...

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Sep 19


Lunar Pots - simmer recipes for moon phases
Harnessing the energy of the moon is a powerful way to align your intentions with nature’s rhythm. Simmer pots can enhance your lunar...

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Sep 7


Cleansing the Echoes of the Past with Feng Shui
Feng shui is an ancient Chinese art that works with the natural flow of energy, or chi, to bring harmony, protection, and renewal into...

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Aug 31


Sitting and Forgetting for Stress Relief: Daoist Meditation in Modern Life
Sitting and Forgetting: Zuòwàng Meditation for Healing and Balance The Dao (道) means “the Way.” It is the source and flow of all life—...

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Aug 29


TCM Basics - The 8 Branches of Traditional Chinese Medicine
The 8 Branches of Chinese Medicine: A Path to Wholeness Chinese Medicine is a holistic system that has been refined for thousands of...

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Aug 5


TCM Basics - What is Qi?
What Is Qi? And How Does It Relate to Acupuncture? If you've ever had acupuncture or explored traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), you've...

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Aug 5


The Tibetan Foot Soak - exclusive to The Retreat
The Sacred Ritual of the Tibetan 12-Herb Foot Soak Ancient Roots. Deep Healing. Grounded Wellbeing. In the highlands of Tibet, where the...

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Aug 4


Recipes from The Retreat - Winter wellbeing shots
Winter Wellbeing in a Shot: Nature’s Remedy for Resilience As the cold months settle in and energy dips, our bodies often need a little...

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Aug 4


Recipes from The Retreat - Qi Glow shots with blueberry & ginger
Blueberries & Ginger: A Power Pair for Wellness in TCM and Beyond When it comes to boosting your health with natural, whole foods, few...

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Aug 4


Build a better Gut - 30 is the magic number for gut health
A massive amount of illness both physical and mental can be, and has been connected to poor gut health. The healthier your gut...

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Aug 4


Recipes from The Retreat - TCM Chicken soup
I've had several requests for the superpower soup recipe! So I'm sharing it on the blog so it's always here. I use this if I ever get ill...

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Aug 4


Recipes from The Retreat - Kimchi
Let’s Talk KIMCHI – The Spicy Superfood Your Gut Will Love! What is kimchi? It’s a traditional Korean side dish made from fermented...

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Aug 4


What is Moxibustion?
Moxibustion: The Ancient Healing Art Revered in Eastern Medicine In the realm of traditional Eastern medicine, few treatments are as...

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Jul 28


Autumn Wellbeing in Chinese Medicine
Vibrant red leaves illuminated by sunlight, capturing the essence of autumn's beauty. Many ancient cultures recognize the need to live in...

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Jul 20


Winter wellbeing in Chinese Medicine
Many ancient cultures recognize the need to live in harmony with the changing tides of the seasons and the natural world, that they lived...

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Jul 8


Spring Wellbeing in Chinese Medicine
Many ancient cultures recognize the need to live in harmony with the changing tides of the seasons and the natural world, that they lived...

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Jul 8


Summer Wellbeing in Chinese Medicine
Many ancient cultures recognize the need to live in harmony with the changing tides of the seasons and the natural world, that they lived...

Victoria
Jul 8
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