I am so pleased to be chosen as one of the best acupuncturists in Chicago.
“Four Flowers believes deeply in the body’s ability to heal itself. Their acupuncture practices work to naturally target imbalances and restore health to the mind and body, so you can feel more energized and less stressed every day.”
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Does it flutter in your heart? Does it wrap around your lungs and make it difficult to breathe? Does it creep up your back and neck, leaving tension in its wake?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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The acupuncture point Small Intestine 11, also called Celestial Gathering, relieves anxiety and opens the chest. This point calms and relaxes the heart and creates a feeling of space in the chest that makes you want to breathe deeply. It releases tension from the shoulder blade all the way up the back of the neck. I will often treat this point with both needles and moxa (a warming technique).⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Do you ever struggle with anxiety? Where do you feel it most?
Hello to half of the fertility equation, guys.
The health of the sperm is super, duper important. It is every bit as important as egg health and likely plays a role for the huge number of couples who have received an “unexplained infertility” diagnosis (which is not a real diagnosis, by the way). Sperm health is also incredibly variable and sensitive to lifestyle interventions as well as targeted acupuncture, herbal therapy, and many supplements. Sperm counts and quality can improve in as little as a month and can make a huge difference for couples who are trying to conceive.
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Change is hard but so necessary. Your current habits, habitats, behaviors, and beliefs have gotten you to exactly where you are today. If you want tomorrow to look different, you’re going to have to make some changes. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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I believe so strongly in the power of acupuncture and botanical medicine but never discount the necessity of lifestyle changes to keep my clients from ending back up right where they started. I think that a big part of our work is to create space that allows change to happen.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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From @biolayne on @hubermanlab.
Are you feeling the springtime, Wood-energy disruption? Sleep been off? Muscles feeling stiff and achy? Maybe a bit irritable about how slowly things are moving in your life?
Rebalance that Wood element with these daily practices:
Stretch.
Regular stretching is an excellent way to start and end your day. Adding yoga or tai chi to your daily routine can provide even greater benefits for your joints, connective tissues, and overall health. These practices not only help with flexibility but also promote relaxation and mindfulness, which can reduce stress and increase overall well-being. This season is all about ‘flow’.
Go Outside.
Spending more time outdoors is an easy and effective way to support Wood energies during the spring. Moving around outside can increase your heart rate and keep your blood flowing smoothly. Exposing yourself to daylight, especially in the mornings, helps your body stay in sync with the daily cycles of day and night. This balances cortisol and melatonin levels, supporting deep, restful sleep and energetic mornings.
Understand Your Constitution.
When a person is in complete balance, transitioning from one season to another tends to go unnoticed. However, a person with a strong Wood element in their constitution may experience irritability and frustration during the spring season. In East Asian Medicine, we understand that the Wood phase is being taxed by this season, which can cause feelings of being stuck, frustrated, or angry. People who tend to feel these emotions easily will benefit from extra attention to gentle movement and having dedicated time for rest.
Health is all about cycles.
Each cycle within our body syncs with all the other cycles within our body. Our body`s cycles also sync with the cycles in our environment.
I always emphasize attuning sleep and wake cycles, especially for my clients with irregular menstrual cycles, fertility challenges, and hormonal imbalances. I also recommend deep breathing practices to anyone who will listen. Cycles are the reason.
By slowing our breath and living in tune with the daylight, we calm our heartbeat and regulate our daily hormones (especially cortisol and melatonin) so that our menstrual cycles and monthly hormones (estrogen and progesterone and many others) can regulate as well.
Come in and meet us in person. Learn more about our approach and what we do. The free consultation is an opportunity to review your health history and goals and see if you’re comfortable with our philosophy and recommendations.
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