- The Yin and Yang of People| Leave a Comment
Our personalities reflect yin and yang. A person who is shy and inward would be said to have a yin personality. An outgoing, assertive or aggressive individual would be said to be more yang. Of course, our personalities change throughout the day and over time. We all go through yin phases and yang phases.
Our personal [...]
- The Balance of Nature| Leave a Comment
The Chinese believe that health is achieved, and disease prevented, by maintaining the body in a ‘balanced state’. This concept was applied to both individuals and society at large. In individual terms the ancient Chinese physicians preached moderation in all things, such as alcoholic intake and gastronomic excess. They also stated that daily activities should [...]
- THE APPLICATION OF THE YIN-YANG THEORY| Leave a Comment
The yin-yang theory permeates all aspects of the theoretical system of TCM. The theory is used to explain the organic structure, physiological function and pathological changes of the human body. It also serves as a principle to guide clinical diagnosis
l . Explaining the Tissues and Structure of the Human Body
The human body is an integrated [...]