Dumplings: A Legacy of Prosperity
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) World Foundation
by TCM World
1M ago
There are many ways to cook a dumpling. There are equally as many ways to fill one. Each of these fillings and types of preparation hold different meanings in Chinese culture. But whether fried, boiled, baked, or steamed, dumplings are an important part of ringing in the Lunar New Year. Dumplings are made of pasta-like sheets, filled with vegetables, meat, seafood, or a combination of the above, pinched on the ends, and rolled into crescent shapes. The shape is reminiscent of ancient Chinese currency—ingots—which means “luck and fortune”. Therefore, eating dumplings signifies good luck—a trad ..read more
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Chinese Zodiac 2024: What Does Your Sign Say About You?
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) World Foundation
by TCM World
1M ago
2024: The Year of the Wood Dragon and Your Zodiac Sign The Chinese animal signs are a 12-year cycle used for dating the years. They represent a cyclical concept of time, rather than the western linear concept of time. The lunar calendar is based on the cycles of the moon and is constructed in a different fashion than the western solar calendar. In the lunar calendar, the beginning of the year falls somewhere between late January and early February. The Chinese adopted the western calendar in 1911, but the lunar calendar is still used for festive occasions, such as Lunar New Year. A popular fol ..read more
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Lucky Foods for Lunar New Year
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by TCM World
2M ago
February 10, 2024 marks the beginning of Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival or the Lunar New Year. As the most important holiday in China, the two-week long celebration involves dragon dances, festivals, and family gatherings where “lucky” foods are enjoyed together. The auspicious symbolism of these foods is based on their pronunciation or appearance. Usher in the Year of the Wood Dragon by feasting on some of these lucky foods. Fish for Prosperity In Chinese, the word for ‘fish’ sounds like ‘surplus.’ It is believed that having a surplus at the end of the year ensures one c ..read more
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5 Tips for Finding Balance
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) World Foundation
by Cheryl Hills
2M ago
Last Friday, we introduced the concept of balance. Throughout our lives, our bodies continually try to bring us back to a state of balance. But our activities, emotions, and stressors continually throw us out of whack. What we experience on the physical level—aches, pains, disease, etc. exists first on the energetic level. We know that E=mc²—Energy and mass are interchangeable. With a balanced lifestyle and even emotions, our physical discomforts can resolve. The secret is in Qigong, and how we live our daily lives. We are presented with choices every day. If we understand what will benefi ..read more
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Qigong Practice in the Light of the Wolf Moon
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) World Foundation
by TCM World
2M ago
While we rang in 2024 three weeks ago, there are still a little over two more weeks until the lunar calendar transitions into its new year. Beginning February 10, 2024, we celebrate the Year of the Dragon with mystery, intrigue, power, and unparalleled potential. This Thursday, January 25, the Full Wolf Moon reaches its peak at 12:54 PM EST. As this is the last full moon of the Year of the Rabbit, it bridges the end of the past year and the beginning of the new year. As such, this moon contains information from the past and the future. We are part of the Universe and a reflection of Nature. Ca ..read more
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Qigong: the Mind-Body-Spirit Connection
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) World Foundation
by TCM World
2M ago
There are three aspects of a human being—body, mind, and Spirit. All too often, we live in our minds, focusing on what we can see, hear, and experience. But living this way is just scratching the surface of life’s potential. For everything we see, hear, or experience, there is so much more hidden under the surface. Nature gives us the perfect example of this invisible power every Winter. The ground is frozen, and on the surface, everything looks dormant and still. But underneath the snow and soil, microbes are very active, working to nourish and aerate the soil for Spring growth. Now picture t ..read more
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Balance
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) World Foundation
by TCM World
2M ago
Over the next few Fridays, we will be delving into the concept of balance. What does it truly mean, and is it attainable? Picture a balance scale. When it is at a state of perfect harmony, both sides of the scale are level. But as soon as the tiniest thing is added to one side, the scale is offset. Now imagine that happening in the body. While our busy lives and the demands of our society are such that our scales are usually in a state of flux, the body is continually working to reach a state of equilibrium. But every small thing upsets that balance. Now imagine the Qi it takes to bring the bo ..read more
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The Body Never Lies: Winter Blues
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) World Foundation
by TCM World
2M ago
If we look at Nature in winter, we see that everything slows down. The animals rest, the trees release their leaves, all while beautiful processes of new life are in the making underground. We cannot witness those changes until spring surprises us with its miracles, so in the meantime, we sit, wait, and rest. But sitting, waiting, and resting is difficult in winter, leading many of us to feel the effects of the “winter blues.” And while we always turn inward for answers to things plaguing us, we often forget that emotions are symptoms, too. We are creatures of Nature, and as such, we feel the ..read more
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Nancy’s Story: My Journey to Health
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) World Foundation
by TCM World
2M ago
As I approach the new year and all that lies ahead, I am taking stock. This journey began many years ago, when I first studied meditation with Norman Rosenberg at Pangea Farm. At that time, I felt that if I didn’t do something, I would kill myself with all my running around. I learned many lessons, but one major one remains unfinished—take your time. Five years ago, my main coronary artery was 98-99% blocked. After having a stent put in, I continued to experience the symptoms that led me to the doctor in the first place—my heart would pound, and I would sometimes become dizzy walking up hills ..read more
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Meridians: Your Energy Network
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) World Foundation
by TCM World
2M ago
Why and how does acupuncture work? It’s all based on the meridians. There are twelve major meridians in your body. These energy pathways function at a different frequency that normal eyes cannot see. Your meridian network is alive! It is the invisible energy map of your body and a microcosm of the entire Universe. Through Qigong practice, you discover the meridians and the inner relationship—the secret of your energy body holds the secret to your physical body. The invisible is always more powerful than the visible. Grand Master Nan Lu shares the unique mystery of meridians. Click the video be ..read more
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