Daily Rhythm - The Chinese Clock The physicians of ancient China strongly emphasized the importance of ‘regular life rhythm’ and ‘living in accordance with the universe’ for maintaining health and…
Alex TanMay 12, 2023
Straight Bamboo’s Top 5 Tips For Winter
1. Go to Bed Early & Get Up Late. This is the only time of year that Chinese Medicine suggests…
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In Chinese Medicine summer is a yang season, a time for expansion, with the energy moving up and out with a lively brightness. We should be feeling that life is…
Alex TanMay 5, 2023
Zhuang Zi As many of you know, I love the stories from Zhuang Zi (Chuang Tzu). He was a sage that stood apart from others in Chinese history. He was…
Alex TanFebruary 20, 2023
Winter is the time to enjoy an alcoholic beverage in moderation. This gives us a good opportunity to explore alcohol in Chinese Medicine. Wine is pungent, bitter and sweet and…
Alex TanNovember 20, 2022
1. Go to Bed Early & Get Up Late. This is the only time of year that Chinese Medicine suggests you can get up after sunrise - only after the…
Alex TanNovember 7, 2022
1. Go To Bed Early: Go to bed early and get up with the chickens (at dawn). This will allow all mental faculties to become calm and peaceful, and moderate…
Alex TanAugust 26, 2022
Instead of trying to reduce stress… focus on maximizing your capacity to recover! Lately, many of my clients in the clinic are feeling overwhelmed, with stress levels reaching all time…
Alex TanMarch 5, 2022
1. Get Up Early and take a leisurely morning stroll. A walk in the forest would be ideal. The ancient Chinese suggest hiking to a water pavilion to relax and…
Alex TanFebruary 25, 2022
