Trauma and How we Process it
from a Chinese medicine/ Channel theory point of view… I’ve been learning more about trauma because I’m fascinated by how it impacts us. The same situation will mark some of us deeply and others not as much. As Dr Gabor Mate would say, “Trauma is not what happens to you, but what happens inside you […]
When Old Pain Flares Up
What Does it Mean and What You Can Do About It Have you ever had a nagging, intermittent pain, that’s on one side of your body…maybe in your shoulder, hip, back, or neck, that pops up seemingly out of nowhere? Or perhaps digestive discomfort or menstrual issues that first appeared years ago but occasionally flare […]
K-Pop Demon Hunters, Chinese Medicine & the Demons we all Face
When it first came out I stumbled upon K-Pop Demon Hunters on Netflix with my five-year-old (and yes, we loved it and went a little crazy over it, like the rest of the world!). I couldn’t help but view it through the lens of Chinese medicine. What stood out to me most wasn’t just the […]
Are You Hydrated… or Just Drinking Water?
A Chinese Medicine Take on Depletion… This month at Red Tent, we’re talking about depletion—a quiet, often sneaky state that can take many forms. You might be drinking plenty of water and still be dehydrated. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, hydration isn’t just about how much water you drink—it’s about how well your body […]
From “Don’t Get Pregnant” to “Why Isn’t It Happening?”:
Listening to the Body on the Fertility Journey For many women, the early messages around fertility are crystal clear:Don’t get pregnant. Be careful. Take the pill. Use protection. Avoid surprises. And for good reason. Those messages are often given with care and protection in mind. But what isn’t talked about nearly as much is what […]
Unlocking Emotional Healing Through the Luo Vessels in Chinese Medicine
In Classical Chinese Medicine, the Luo vessels—also known as Luo-Connecting channels—play a crucial role in managing emotional health. These secondary pathways branch from the primary meridians and are believed to store unresolved emotions and traumas that the body couldn’t process at the time they occurred. The Role of Luo Vessels in Emotional Storage Each Luo […]
Coffee, Alcohol & Menopause
The Role of Alcohol and Coffee: Are they helping or hurting when it comes to menopause? Let’s talk about alcohol and coffee—two staples of modern adult life. Whether it’s a morning cup of coffee to jumpstart the day or a glass of wine to unwind in the evening, these beverages are deeply embedded in our […]
Honouring the Rite of Passage: Our Perspective on Menopause
On the eve of International Women’s Day, it feels fitting to reframe a stage of life that was often spoken about in hushed tones—menopause. Rather than viewing it mostly with frustration or fear, what if we embraced it as a powerful transition? Instead of seeing it as a decline, what if we embraced it as […]
The Vital Role Diet Plays in Chinese Medicine
The cornerstone of health Chinese Medicine is a rich and evolving tradition that has been practiced continuously for over 2000 years. Rather than discarding old theories as new ones emerge, it builds upon its roots, adding new layers of understanding while preserving the wisdom of the past. This approach allows Chinese Medicine to remain both […]