What Are The Tao, Yin/Yang & Qi Energy?!

02/06/24 • 26 min

☯️ In this week's episode, Ben asks Gabriella some seriously infuriating questions about the concepts of the Tao, Yin/Yang, and Qi Energy, which form the philosophical background of acupuncture. Gabriella explains that the Tao is indescribable, quoting Lao Tzu's assertion that the eternal Tao cannot be fully understood by humans. The discussion then moves to Yin/Yang, where they explore the concept of complementary opposites and balance in various aspects of life.

The conversation then shifts to Qi Energy, with Gabriella explaining its role in acupuncture, its various sources, and the difficulty in proving its existence by Western scientific standards. The meridian system is introduced, illustrating how Qi flows through the body along these pathways, affecting different organs and functions. The episode concludes with a summary of the significance of the Tao, Yin/Yang, and Qi Energy in the practice of Five Element Acupuncture, highlighting the importance of viewing the body as a microcosm of the macrocosm and the benefits of balancing energies for overall well-being.

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02/06/24 • 26 min

What's The Point?! - What Are The Tao, Yin/Yang & Qi Energy?!

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Pt.1

Ben: Gabriella, What are The Tao, Yin/Yang & Qi Energy?

Gabriella: So we’re going to start by talking about the Tao, which is technically not something we can put into words! And once we’ve er... not put the Tao into words, we’ll go on to discuss Yin/Yang - which may be easier to put into words, perhaps because it’s a little bit closer to the way our binary minds work, it’s the concept of complementary opposites, one existing by virtue of the oth

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