But what’s happening inside of your brain as you follow this simple instruction? In honor of the season of gratitude and joy, let’s cross the street to the intersection of energetics and neuroscience to find out.

Can five element theory be used to explain current events and our own moods? You bet.

It’s great to see Qigong and other mindfulness practices being studied so that we can understand just how and why they are so effective. Across all of these studies, we can see how these arts reduce inflammation, lower cortisol, improve blood pressure, regulate insulin metabolism, and much more.

This month we explore the significance of this incredible acupuncture point.