Lee who was also struggling with his meditation practice at the time, seeing nothing coming from it... ​

If we look at the 2 fundamental laws
 ... that exist underlying all physical change in Our Universe:
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- to live your life FREE of those patterns that keep you aboard the Merry-go-round, inviting you to step off into the magical World of Change and Creation - Of your Creation.

This is the core focus of each of our Acupuncture course's in Vietnam and Internationally.

​Perhaps you will feel awakened to the significance of this ancient knowledge;

... for it lies at the root of the Age of technology we are in, and is therefore the core root of our past, present and our future - and yours too.

​We have programs running in I Ching Balance Method Acupuncture in both the East and the West for TCM and Medical Practitioners, plus a 'beginners' program and we welcome You!

Whilst this is the core focus of each of our Acupuncture course's in Vietnam and Internationally, beyond traditional Eastern Medicine we also tie this in with the workings of the mind, face reading and diagnostics, body language, linguistics and so much more...

We hope you will join us on this journey in 2023 and beyond... To see our programs, and when they are happening in your part of the world SEE HERE.
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​ALMOST every type of pain can be reduced, often fully extinguished – inc cancer pain, with Cupping!
By enhancing delivery of O2 and all nutrients to all body tissues, our blood flow is also optimised! If pain is from trauma or an injury, the heat and pressure brings energy and fluids to the affected area and the healing process is oten super speedy! 

Now who couldn’t do with a bit of this? Stress has been deemed at the backbone of more than 75% of ALL illness today, yes imagine that! Too often we buy around us, socialise outwardly instead of really nourishing ourselves within and treating our body like the temple that it is – after all it’s your best friend. It is the only thing in the world that is with you through every knock, every life-learning lesson, every fall, heart-break, and of course to celebrate your successes too.

Treasure it, because if you don’t – no-one else will!
 
Cupping is incredibly relaxing as it gets to the deepest tissues in your body.

What’s one of the biggest causes of problems in this area?

Yes diet, but perhaps even more of a contributor is STRESS? Anyone who suffers with an ulcer, IBS, constipation often recognise the time of onset and flare-ups are almost always stress related. Cupping also supports the digestive system and improves your overall health, inc stomach issues, gastrointestinal issues acute or chronic, water retention and more...

How or why? To understand this we need to delve further into Traditional Oriental Medicine channel theory, which we will explore in a later blog, however we also teach this within our programs here at AcuVietnam, Hanoi.

​For more info please email info@acuvietnam.com.

Cupping stimulates our Lungs and other organs to expel any phlegm, and reduce cold symptoms.

​A great immune booster, cupping pushes blood and lymphatic fluids throughout the entire body –
a full body immune workout!

​What's the No.1 effect of cupping? Increasing blood flow and Lymphatic flow.
​As we age, we start develop those fine lines, wrinkles (that each tell a story imo), and your muscle tone starts to lose its firmness, sometimes it seems like overnight!!
 
With aging, some things start to slow down and blood flow can be one of these – Cupping literally awakens this up and dramatically increases blood flow to these areas of the body, and with that blood comes an increased supply of oxygen and increased nutrients too, these in turn assist with the production of collagen whatever your age!

​Cupping is one of the best treatments for cellulite, after all what is cellulite?

   -   CELLULITE: Noun: persistent subcutaneous fat causing dimpling on the skin.
 
Using cups on these areas breaks up the fat clusters, at the same time we work on other areas on the body to promote the internal body processes of breaking down lipids at the core, to increase the overall function of these organs. Cupping can achieve remarkable effects for breaking up the cellulite, releasing the toxins and fat build-up for easy release through the lymphatic drainage system.

​With many people spending $1000s on cellulite removal, when a simple, more cost effective solution that also feels good - is right here!!

​Blood circulation can be decreased, when we have toxic build-up in our body. As a  Naturopathic practitioner, I have a strong focus on the importance of detoxification in mind and body, I cannot say enough about the importance of removing stored toxins in our bodies, and getting them out once and for all!! Many health problems and dangerous diseases result from such toxin build up – Cupping is a great way to release these, as well as the dead cells which have no place in our temples of life!
 
We have an exciting new Detox program launching shortly, info to follow. THERE is NO one size fits all with Detoxification – we are each unique and store toxins in different ways, with different impacts, hence why we do not all remove these in the same way!!

Long term inflammation is detrimental to our health, affecting your heart, brain and other organs, in fact when inflammatory cells hang around too long in your vessels they start building up dangerous plaque, chronic inflammation has been linked to many diseases in society today especially Cancer. Cupping can reduce inflammation significantly speeding up the healing process naturally.

Please note: for more serious conditions we would recommend you speak to your health care practitioner for Acupuncture, herbs, physiotherapy and/or your allopathic doctor for additional treatment methods.

​If you suffer from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome you will know how truly awful this can be to experience in  your daily life. Affecting the nerve in your hands it can create a disabling effect – sadly a very common problem in today’s society. Cupping therapy has produced remarkable results in a short time frame – when other therapies have had little impact.

As practitioners we understand how truly effective acupuncture is in assisting the growing number of sleep disorders we encounter almost daily in clinics. We have witnessed the effect of our powerful go-to points of Ear shenmen, shen men (HT7), ZuSanli (ST36), Nei Guan (PC6), Yin Tang and of course An Mian.

In addition to these points, based on I-Ching Ba Gua theory we can now identify the 5 Core patterns
for all sleep issues inc. insomnia. We have created a chart to make this easier to refer to and identify in clinics, based on this theory and application for treatment of sleep disorders - If you would like too receive a downloadable version simply say YES in comments below or fill in your email address at link: info@acuvietnam.com and we'll get it delivered into your Inbox PRONTO!! 

We must never underestimate the importance and power of a good nights sleep, our lives, emotional harmony and inner peace depend on it!!

" O bed! O bed! delicious bed!
That heaven upon earth to the weary head."

~ Thomas Hood, Miss Kilmansegg – Her Dream

​From the land frequently referred to as God’s country, my return to Kerala has taken me on a journey deeper into the world of Ayurveda, a powerful 5000 year old medicine where I'm in the midst of undergoing a 21-day treatment; to reach every cell within my body for cleansing and purification.
 
The first part of this huge-process Pradhanakarma begins with an intensive, internal cleansing; herbal baths, massage (the bruising type!), in addition to practices of 1-day Vermana or Induced vomiting, 1 day of Virechana or induced purgation (diarrhoea) followed by 6-7 days of Basti or colonic cleanses (enemas!).

Wow!! What a start to a full on internal scrub-a-thon!!

Note: these processes are not as bad as we experience at times in our lives, with each comes a feeling of renewal.

Reaching day 10 of this cleanse and rejuvenation process; qualified as the day I could proceed to the next stage; the intensive; GHEE TREATMENT

 - the day had finally arrived!

Having worked with many of these methods before in India, the Ghee process was something I have wanted to experience in full for some time.
 
Viewed locally as a spiritual ritual and important process in Ayurveda medicine; whilst the first part of this program is focused on cleaning out the body - TO REALLY GET DEEP, to penetrate into the very core of your being, crossing the blood brain barrier into every single cell (including the brain), and to expel the deep-rooted adipose toxins that hide deep within our bodies often for a lifetime...

                   - Ghee is called to the front line; line up - set and forward march...
 
Toxins that could have lodged from any stage within our lives; from the air we breathe, the food we eat, from chemical exposure, but perhaps most importantly from the vast emotions felt by us;

- the loves, the heartfelt losses, the hurts, the pains, the traumas experienced - whom each set up home uninvited, within a cell - feet up, lay-back, settled-in.... only moving in those call-to-action moments, a signal for a behaviour to appear, triggering a reactive response to external stimuli or to add fuel to fire to yet another emotion or situation visited!

So deeper we went... 

Day 1 of the second part of this process begins with a small measure of Ghee (clarified butter) taken in 1 shot, each day that follows the measure increases x 2. Whilst not the most pleasant of tastes, it’s actually easier than you think – after all it is only liquid butter... easy right!?
 
Energy levels plummet as the ghee works overtime to infiltrate the cells, appetite wanes, and you find yourself going inward. It is a time of inner reflection, to step back from any form of socialising, esp digital devices and to just 'be'...
 
... Slowly, slowly, moments of clarity blossom into your vision like fairy dust, old feelings arise and fall like the winter sun, images and glimpses of moments gone by, many best forgotten... the sleep comes early each evening, greeting you with 8-hours of deep, unbroken blissful sleep.
 
This stage of the treatment lasts anywhere from 3-7 days, until complete saturation of Ghee is obtained by your body (2 of 4 symptoms to present). The tiredness mounts and time passes in a haze, as slowly it slithers its way through your system to arrive at the doorway of each and every pore on your bodies surface.... slowly, slowly...

By day 4 approx 2.5hrs after drinking 250ml of Ghee in 1 shot, my body could take no more and rejected the ghee (vomiting ensued). 

Symptoms suddenly appeared in multitude; edginess, fidgety, anxiety, shaking, cold sweats, erratic thoughts and pure unadulterated exhaustion.  Feelings and emotions poured forth, old and familiar yes, but those that hold no place in my life today.

It’s like being a bystander to a Broadway-show of dramatic illusions of your life so far.... whilst the emotions are there - the association of feelings are not; they are old emotions, and are not welcome - IT IS TIME TO LEAVE!

One thing was for sure - Ghee saturation had been achieved, what a relief I promise you!!
 
Above symptoms were a very firm indicator the Ghee had penetrated the final barrier – the brain! This caused the expulsion of these adipose toxins lodged deep within all cells, who are now flowing freely around my ENTIRE BODY – manifesting with edgy behaviours, and the emotional and physical symptoms presenting.
Within a short time I was placed into the steam box, now that my entire body was saturated in Ghee

– OF COURSE NOW THE TOXINS ARE ROAMING FREE it was time to get these dislodged bad-boy toxins OUT!

And so begins the next process of cleansing and strengthening; in which I have opted for a special process of blood-letting which many of you will know as a medieval practice, to be carried out by  my very own Dr Dracula!
 
Not at all, my dear friend and dr, Dr Srejit will perform the letting later today. I am intrigued and excited to try this new treatment method, as practitioners in TCM we are very familiar with the bloodletting we carry out in our clinical practice, but this is VERY different method indeed!

For me ABSOLUTELY, I came having contracted Dengue fever in October this year in Vietnam, and I could still feel it lodged within. I also have been living in high pollution in this particular area of the world.

Aside from this my life includes a regular practice of gym, yoga, Tai Chi/Qi Gong, meditation and sauna/steam detoxes, PLUS balanced nutritional intake – YET we all encounter toxins that slip in through our environment,  chemicals in our diet, through cosmetics, endless plastic, but the greatest toxins of all come from our emotions and the stresses experienced in our daily lives, both past and present - especially repressed ones from our younger days.
 
Traumatic periods we each experience create cellular memories; these get lodged deep within our fat cells, and have little intention to ever leave. Whilst there are many methods to Detox and remove and disperse toxins from your body, for me personally as a practitioner in the field of Traditional Oriental Medicine, and a Naturopath; Nothing comes close to that of Ayurveda medicine in this realm.

Its intense, working at a cellular level, and it crosses the blood brain barrier (our inbuilt personal security guard system on duty 24/7, EVERY SINGLE DAY of our lives - only a few things get past this, but that's a whole other blog topic!).

Who does this?

Many travel from far, especially Europeans at this time; people are flocking for the wonders of this  therapy, to undergo a real cleanse, experience true clarity of Body, Mind and Spirit.... to feel years younger, banish chronic sickness and diseases and realign themselves.
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Interestingly this time, we have 4 Allopathic European Drs staying here (not travelling together), who simply discovered the value of this medicine many years ago - understanding there is an important place for all medicines in today's world.

It is one of the most truly empowering, cleansing and rejuvenation processes on earth... and the results I see each time with so many patients, amazes and inspires me!
 
– TO PUT IT SIMPLY it is like pressing the RESET BUTTON!

An intensive and challenging experience; this 4th trip to India has taken me deeper into this fascinating medicine, to witness once again the deep healing offered by the world’s oldest medicine, and studying under one of Kerala’s finest Dr’s and friend in nature's paradise.
 
Tonight is the above mentioned Bloodletting. An opportunity to let the blood flow freely from my veins, to remove unnecessary components whilst examining the dispersed blood colours and of course the patient – ME (which I am so very happy to be at this time)!  ​

YES, sometimes just 1 treatment is necessary - HOWEVER it usually requires more than one treatment and the treatments close together, for the best and quickest long-term results. If we are dealing with pain, we aim for an 80% reduction in the 1st treatment; this may mean using our tools upon different areas of the body using a selection of different tools, with a yin or a yang effect.
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Several areas may be treated within the short timeframe. Ideally we do not aim for a 100% symptom relief, as this can trigger a healing crisis or a reverse effect -  resulting in an exasperation of symptom occurrence.

We treat until there is full symptom clearance, and for a short time after to ensure longterm results.

AcuVietnam currently includes training within our 2 and 3 week programs for qualified TCM practitioners in Hanoi Vietnam, we are also just completing a new build 6-floor Clinical training facility in Hanoi, just in time for our new for 2017 Courses:

Introduction to Traditional Vietnamese Medicine therapies for beginners June 2017 in HANOI.

We are delighted to Open short Intro courses summer 2017 at locations in IRELAND.

​ – For more info please contact us at: info@acuvietnam.com.
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​Visit here for the full article on this fascinating therapy - Dien Chan.

​Thank you for reading.

Legend says, when the Lord Buddha summoned all the animals to bid him farewell before he departed this lifetime – ONLY 12 animals showed up.

​It was then he decided to name a year after each of the 12 animals based on the order they arrived for his farewell. It is an ancient belief that each of these animals has a profound effect on your life based on the year you were born.​

Based upon a 12-year Lunar cycle, unlike that of the west which bases itself on a 12-monthly cycle, Eastern Astrology dates back more than 5000 years. There are 12 Animal signs, and the characteristics of each particular animal gives each sign a set of attributes.

Following an exhausting year for many with the shenanigans of the MONKEY,  full of surprises - both great and panic-laden - the Rooster year upon us and it is said to be a powerful one!

One where you must identify and take a clear path: be crystal on your intentions - what you seek in love, money, business and health and veer away from any risky ventures for 2017.

Tap into the traits of the Rooster regardless of your sign, it is said they will strengthen within you:

ROOSTERS: Loyalty, commitment and great family values. Love to draw attention to themselves, appearance is important. They are highly  progressive thinkers and doers. 

Wishing you all a very Happy and fortunate 2017 from the East!
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​The ancient secrets of the 
Yi-Jing and Feng Shui for diagnosis
by a Practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
 
Having just returned to Northern Vietnam, from perhaps one of the rawest travelling experiences yet encountered – and trust me I’ve had the opportunity to explore some pretty far out places over the past 20-years – yet through the rawness, the coldness-to-the bone, the primitive setting; this was to become a truly inspirational, and intensive training high up in the White Horse mountain of the Wudang mountain range in Hubei province in Central China.

Amongst the clouds, in the icy-cold, mystical mountains where the harshness and beauty of nature were felt equally at every level; I would stay within a Taoist Temple, whilst undergoing the teachings and guidance of the Taoist recluse Li Shifu, who renounced the world of the ‘red dust’ many years ago. 
 
This was truly a rare opportunity to delve deep into the world of the oldest book and calculus systems on earth today; to the very foundations of our entire binary system and fundamental to the core of humanity, it is in fact used in the creation of today’s computers. We were about to embark on a journey of discovery into the ancient Yi Jing, Ba-Gua theory, trigrams, and hexagrams, into one of the oldest systems and scriptures recorded in human history today (believed to date back to 1120 to 770 BC). 
 
Dismissed by many as a voodoo age-old fortune telling-method only delivered by old wise characters from the East, this is a system that has clearly been misunderstood and whose depth goes beyond what many of us students can learn or comprehend in 1-lifetime. 
 
The Yi-Jing opens the door to understanding your path through choices, where your strengths lie, where challenges will present that may otherwise be avoided (rather than taking the longer path of greater suffering), to understanding the dynamics of all that surrounds you - but perhaps the most important aspect of the use of the Yi-Jing, particularly to myself as a practitioner within the Traditional Medicine field, is its capability to diagnosis and understand the physical and mental dynamics and disharmonies of the individual today. 
 
Further along this study path we were also introduced to ancient theories and concepts applied through the use of Feng Shui to implement into our daily lives. This was not the ‘where to put that plant’, or ‘which way should my bed face?  Instead it opened a door to further explore the depths of the individual, a tool to analyse their entire systemic internal and external settings of their surroundings and being. To understand the balance of the fundamental elements of nature as human beings and our place within this universal plain; to focus on the balancing of all of natures elements; 

                                        Fire, Earth, Metal, Water and Wood
 
- in order to gain inner peace and find balance along each of our paths.
 
To be honest; as the teachings began - I sat there in disbelief that such a system could define a pathological imbalance of a patient without any symptom or consultation analysis. 

The analysis was complex; in fact, in our short time Li Shifu repeatedly explained how we would barely touch these ancient topics, to delve deeper will take many, many years and experience through application of these methods. He shared a number of case studies both personal and passed down from the Great Masters before him - the results speak for themselves.

As ‘out there’ as these methods may seem, when laid down by a Great Master who sees himself only as a ‘common man’, who seeks no recognition or reward for his work; your mind and heart are opened into an ancient knowledge for you to take what is necessary on your path at this time, and to use it only as intended by the Master himself. These methods both simplify, yet at the same time create a complexity to nature that I didn’t believe was possible - not even for one-breath!
 
I feel truly privileged to have shared this ancient knowledge and to have been part of his last teachings on this subject; sadly, he has decided not to continue with these important teachings as he is concerned this knowledge has not been used with the correct intention in these modern times, but he is also clear that 2017 is a troublesome time for our planet. 
 
Brimming with excitement to implement this into my practice and teachings both here in Asia and in Europe, I realise the doorway has only opened, barely ajar... yet such magnificent discoveries, insights and trainings lie amass beyond, alas more than is possible for this lifetime.
 
THE PATH IS OURS TO WALK, at this special time. The Yi-Jing is about Unification, for us to walk it together, because the development of the course of the world and our universe are now moving too quickly. It is said that the Universe will move quickly out of this time dimension, as our lives are but a few seconds. 
 
Shifu firmly believing the fastest time and speed we have ever known on earth is within these now few hundred years following World War III, I too, have personally felt for some time how privileged we are to be alive in one of the most important times in mankind's history.
 
Will I return to the mountain, to further study under the Great Master? 
Most definitely, so to delve deeper into Taoist Medicine and its philosophy, to further examine how our universal laws impact every second of life, which in Taoism is the spiritual foundation of this incredible medicine and way of life. It is also an opportunity to further explore the world of Martial Arts and inner stillness.

To the wonderful people I met on the mountain, it was empowering to live, laugh and practice alongside such unique energies; there were those who come from the same field as myself, working within Eastern medicine, but there was also Western allopathic doctors amongst us - who by combining both medicines alongside other therapeutic music healing (legalised in China only this year), they are already implementing these into their practices and hospitals at home in mainland Europe... the future of medicine, we hope!

Any finally, THANK YOU to Li Shifu... I promise to use this ancient knowledge and skills only in the ways both you and nature intended.

Warmest.
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Tara

 
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