POST SESSION INFORMATION
Welcome!
During our session(s), I explain what different areas of your body mean in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and include possible reasons for any imbalances in your Session Summary.
Below, you can explore more about these systems, the herbs I recommend, and find information about ear seeds.
Any questions?
the body
Traditional Chinese Medicine
SIGNIFICANCE
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governs decision-making, courage, and direction. It helps you take action, trust your choices, and move forward with clarity.
Physically, it supports digestion, especially of fats, and works with the Liver to keep your energy flowing smoothly.
An imbalanced Gallbladder may show up as indecision, timidity, tension, or waking between 11pm and 1am.
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The master of flow—it keeps your Qi (energy), blood, and emotions moving smoothly. It’s tied to vision, purpose, and emotional expression.
The Liver also stores blood, supports menstrual health, and nourishes the tendons and eyes.
It is most active between 1am and 3am. Waking during this time may point to emotional stagnation, frustration, or a need for release.
When out of balance, signs may include anger, irritability, PMS, or tension in the neck, shoulders, or sides of the body.
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is the foundation of digestion, nourishment, and mental clarity. It transforms food into Qi and blood, supporting energy, immunity, and overall vitality.
The Spleen also governs thought, focus, and worry. It holds things “up” in the body—when weak, you may see bloating, fatigue, or heaviness.
It is most active between 9am and 11am. Imbalances can show up as overthinking, digestive issues, or feeling ungrounded or drained.
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known as the “sea of nourishment.” It receives and begins the breakdown of food, working closely with the Spleen to produce Qi and blood.
It governs appetite, digestion, and groundedness. When in balance, we feel nourished, centered, and energized.
Imbalances can show up as nausea, poor appetite, reflux, over-worrying, or waking up feeling ungrounded or nauseous.
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are considered the root of life in TCM. They store Jing (essence), which governs growth, reproduction, and vitality. The Kidneys also regulate water metabolism and nourish the bones, marrow, brain, and ears.
Imbalances may cause lower back or knee pain, fatigue, fearfulness, or issues with hearing and memory.
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are influenced by multiple organ systems, especially the Liver and Kidneys.
The Liver governs the tendons and free flow of Qi, so tightness, stagnation, or pain in the hips often points to Liver Qi stagnation, especially when connected to emotional tension, stress, or repressed expression.
The Kidneys govern the bones and foundational energy (Jing). Deep, achy, or chronic hip pain may signal Kidney deficiency, especially if paired with fatigue, reproductive shifts, or lower back discomfort.
References from
The Secret Language of Your Body
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“Resentment, grief about men, our masculine self, or achievement in the world. Feeling irritated, depressed, indecisive, confused, angry wounded. Thinking of yourself as a failure, thus sabotaging opportunity for success, Feeling second best, neglected, unimportant, a victim. Holding on to trauma and pain from the past that creates struggles, hardships and lack.”
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"Irrational frustration, aggression, rage, guilt, fear. Desire to inflict self-punishment and sabotage your progress. Constant inner struggle and conflict. Difficulty making decisions,. Often finding fault or blame with others. Inclined to act like a victim, with a "poor me" attitude. Overlooking people's advice and suggestions. Difficulty forgiving and letting go. Trouble sleeping, relaxing, and trusting."
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"Feeling helpless, disconnected from feminine energy, fearful, frozen, angry, frustrated. Overly sensitive and easily swayed. Constantly trying to find fault in others, and control or change them. Not wanting to face your own issues and participate in life fully. Continually worrying and stressing about others."
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"Difficulty digesting life and assimilating new information. Feeling stuck in a pattern of fear, limitation, worry, guilt, and despair. Behaving in a superior, arrogant, controlling way; thinking that you are better than others; or feeling inferior and second best. At times self-obsessed and demanding, wanting everything your way. Difficulty expressing yourself and dealing with rejection. Feeling attacked, like you;ve been punched in the stomach.”
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“Living with guilt, regret, resentment, blame, ancient sadness. Holding onto destrcutive beliefs and memories from the past. Suffering with a limited, short-term memory because all attention is tuck in the past. Exhaustion, depression, numbness, paralyzing fear. Focusing on the negative aspects of life, unable to trust, difficulty dealing with challenging situations. Crumbling under pressure. Giving up.”
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“Family problems and disagreements. Feeling used, unappreciated, angry, betrayed, deceived, let down, shot down, alienated. Experiencing strain, frustration, guilt, lack of support, too much responsibility. Feeling unacknowledged, taken advantage of, manipulated.”
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Left Knee: "Issues with mother, sister, aunt, or significant female in your life. Holding onto sadness, hurt, and loss from the past. Feeling like a victim. Constant Criticism. Holding yourself back.
Right Knee: "Issues with a significant male in your life, father, brother, uncle. Difficulty moving forward with your career. Limited thinking. Fear of failure."
auricular acupuncture
[ear seeds]
Ear seeds are small seeds or metal beads placed on specific points of the outer ear (auricle), which correspond to different areas of the body and mind. This is based on auriculotherapy, a form of acupuncture that treats the entire body through the ear.
By applying gentle pressure to these points—similar to acupressure—ear seeds help stimulate the nervous system, balance internal organs, and regulate emotional patterns.
They can be used to support a range of concerns, including anxiety, insomnia, digestion, pain, addiction, focus, and hormone balance, and are safe, non-invasive, and long-lasting (typically worn for 3–5 days).
Herbs for the body
Whether recommendation or I have put you on a specific formula, below will help educate you on the potency of some herbs and how they work with the body / body systems.
IF, I have given you a medicinal tincture, these are the instructions for consumption:
Take 1 dropper FULL [so that squishy top with the long tube] of medicine in mouth OR in a shot glass with a SMALL amount of water.
Wait at least 10-15 minutes before consuming liquid or food to allow medicine to flow.
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Binders are substances that attach to toxins, waste, or unwanted materials in the gut and help carry them out of the body. They’re commonly used during detox protocols to support safe elimination and prevent reabsorption.
There are several types, each with different affinities:
• Activated charcoal – binds to chemicals, gases, and toxins
• Bentonite clay – absorbs heavy metals and pathogens
• Chlorella – a natural binder that supports metal detox and nutrient replenishment
• Psyllium husk and fibers – bulk binders that support elimination and gut motilityTarget system: digestive, liver, lymphatic
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A bitter tonic and mild laxative. Stimulates upper and lower digestive secretions improving digestion. Treats weak appetite, bloating, flatuence, minor constipation and hemorrhoids.
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Praised as a super tonic that increases the qi, energy, stamina, and quality of life. An adaptogen and adrenal tonic treating stomach and spleen qi deficiency. Strengthens the heart qi and calms the spirit by reducing symptoms of anxiety, restlessness, insomnia, forgetfulness due to qi and blood deficiency.
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Used for treating liver and gallbladder disorders. Also aids in treating psoriasis.
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Milky Oats: A trophorestorative, nervine and subtle mood elevator that nourishes the nervous system. Reduces anxiety, agitation, heart palpitations and restlessness.
Oatstraw: Aids in developing and maintaining healthy bones, teeth, hair, and nails. Supportive for reproductive health especially pregnancy and lactation.
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A bitter, antimicrobial herb traditionally used to support liver function, digestion, and skin health. Regulates the gut microbiome, and support blood sugar balance. Treats sluggish digestion, acne, eczema, candida overgrowth, and mild liver congestion.
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Reproductive tonic and partus preparator. Aids in improving the integrity of the reproductive organs for women. A nutritive agent rich in vitamins and minerals. Supports those with anemia. Anti-inflammatory.
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Has an affinity for the heart. Lifts the spirit, calms emotions, and soothe nerves. Eases heartburn, stomach hyperacidity, ulcers, and enteritis. Helps reduce vaginal inflammation. Cooling aid for an inflamed liver due to anger.