by Annalise | Feb 23, 2015 | Chinese Medicine, Happiness, Health
Here at Quiescence we believe you should practice what you preach! We shared this Into Mind post focussing on the fresh start effect to kick start the new year with the “30-Day Minimalism Challenge”. This February, Annalise decided to take on the challenge...
by Annalise | Oct 8, 2014 | Energy, Exercise, Happiness, Health, Stress
So much of Chinese philosophy is grounded in balancing yin and yang, and this goes for exercise too. Often times if we are a yang personality, or we’ve had a particularly stressful day, we are drawn to more energetic forms of exercise. Getting the heart rate pumping...
by Annalise | Sep 14, 2014 | Chinese Medicine, Fertility, Happiness, Health, Stress
We all know it is true what they say about laughter being good for the soul. Well, now it seems to be a good medicine, especially for those struggling with fertility. It may sound like of those ‘easier said than done’ statements, when you are faced with...
In Traditional Chinese Medicine and culture, the first month after giving birth is considered crucial to the immediate and future health of both the mother and her baby. This is a period of time where it is encouraged for the mother to rest, recuperate and be nourished.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine and culture, the first month after giving birth is considered crucial to the immediate and future health of both the mother and her baby. This is a period of time where it is encouraged for the mother to rest, recuperate and be nourished.
The Benefits of Qigong Recently we were lucky enough to meet Emma Adnams, the founder of Move for Life Qigong, and experience her wonderful Qigong classes here in Fitzroy. Qigong, pronounced “chee goong” is an ancient energy-centred movement practice, deeply rooted in the core principles of Chinese Medicine. It combines gentle movements with controlled breathing… Read more: The Benefits of Qigong
From time to time everyone has temporary feelings of anxiety or worry. See how Chinese Medicine approaches Anxiety.