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February 3, 2021 By Kathleen Port, L.Ac.

Lunar New Year: Don’t take a shower! Wear red! And one more thing…

red lanterns celebrate the Lunar New Year

Do you have family or cultural traditions that dictate what to do and not do on various holidays or days of observance? The 3 tips below are popular in China for the Lunar  New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, on Feb 12, 2021.  Most traditions are clustered around good luck, prosperity, and good […]

Filed Under: Chinese Astrology, Feng Shui, mental health, seasonal therapy, Uncategorized Tagged With: good luck, lunar new year, red lanterns, Spring Festival, symbolism of Lunar New Year traditions, traditions

February 1, 2021 By Kathleen Port, L.Ac.

I choose to be vaccinated against Covid-19

I just received my first dose of the SARS Covid-19 vaccine… and that puts me on “Team Moderna.” I believe the best medicine is what is appropriate under the circumstances. For me in this pandemic, the best medicine is to be vaccinated against the Covid-19 virus.  I went to Dodger Stadium (along with thousands of […]

Filed Under: Acupuncture, Covid-19, exercise, Herbal Medicine, mind, public safety, Self-care, Uncategorized Tagged With: acupuncture, best medicine, choice, Covid-19, Dodger Stadium, hand-washing, herbs, masks, Moderna, social distance, vaccine, vaccine reaction

February 1, 2021 By Kathleen Port, L.Ac.

Out with Demons! In with Happiness! Today is Setsubun!

two children throwing beans at ogres for Japanese Bean Tossing Day

Throw beans at the Demon, banishing him outside! Welcome happiness in for the coming year!  Oni Wa Soto! Fuku Wa Ichi! Japanese Bean Tossing Day is typically celebrated between Feb 2 – 4 (depending on the lunar calendar) and heralds the coming of Spring.   It typically falls on Feb 3rd, but in 2021, it is […]

Filed Under: Chinese Astrology, Covid-19, emotions, Feng Shui, mental well-being, mind, seasonal therapy, Uncategorized Tagged With: 2021, Covid-19, Japan, Japanese festival, lunar new year, spring, tradition, traditional foods, vaccines

December 28, 2020 By Kathleen Port, L.Ac.

How comfortable are your patients in your treatment room?

a friendly "welcome" sign, along with flowers and a tea pot

If you see patients or clients in person, you want them to feel welcome, and safe in your professional environment, and to be their authentic selves while with you.  I have a short course that will help you create a warm and inviting experience. This post addresses your physical space, and also your head space […]

Filed Under: Acupuncture, Covid-19, emotions, Feng Shui, mental health, mind, Resources, Uncategorized Tagged With: acupuncture, aestheticians, continuing education, distractions, environment, lighting, massage therapists, mood, nurse practitioners, psychotherapists, rate my room, reflexologists, safety, treatment space

December 21, 2020 By Kathleen Port, L.Ac.

Your Winter Water Mind

still water, light reflecting, contemplative peaceful waters

The pandemic may give you the nudge – or imperative-  to scale back your normal holiday activities and take advantage of a quieter-than-normal holiday season.  Here’s why you should go with that flow this year. Most importantly, it may keep you safe and help you avoid getting (or spreading) the Covid-19 virus. It may also help […]

Filed Under: Classical Five Element Acupuncture, Covid-19, emotions, mental health, mental well-being, mind, seasonal therapy, Self-care, Slider, Uncategorized Tagged With: contemplation, Five Elements, meditation, mind, preparation, reflection, safety, Water, Winter

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  • Lunar New Year: Don’t take a shower! Wear red! And one more thing… February 3, 2021
  • I choose to be vaccinated against Covid-19 February 1, 2021
  • Out with Demons! In with Happiness! Today is Setsubun! February 1, 2021
  • How comfortable are your patients in your treatment room? December 28, 2020
  • Your Winter Water Mind December 21, 2020

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  • Gong Xi Fa Cai! Happy Ox Year 2021!
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