ESOTERIC ACUPUNCTURE - Dr. Chloe Bañales on how our emotions manifest in the physical body
Jul 26, 2021
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Dr. Chloe Bañales discusses emotional manifestations in the physical body, breaking barriers between Eastern & Western medicine, and reestablishing a connection with mind, body, and nature. Esoteric acupuncture, acupuncture's connection to fascia and the lymphatic system, and the impact of technology on eyesight are also explored.
Emotions have a direct impact on our physical bodies, with negative emotions affecting posture and lung and heart meridians.
Creating and maintaining healthy boundaries strengthens our immune system and fosters overall well-being.
Cannabis use requires intention and mindfulness to avoid imbalance and optimize its potential benefits, as it can affect lung chi, yin balance, and liver meridians.
Deep dives
The Mind-Body Connection: How Emotions Impact the Physical Body
Emotions have a direct impact on our physical bodies. Negative emotions, such as grief, can weigh down our posture and impact our lung and heart meridians. Listening to our bodies and observing how emotions affect us is key in understanding what is right for us. The body's intelligence and the mind-body connection are crucial in regulating our health. Esoteric acupuncture, a unique practice that combines Chinese medicine with other modalities, can help restore balance and unlock our natural healing abilities.
The Importance of Boundaries and the Immune System
Creating and maintaining healthy boundaries strengthens our immune system. Boundaries allow us to discern what is right or wrong for us and ensure we fill up our own energy before engaging with others. The Wei Qi, or defensive energy in Chinese medicine, plays a role in our immune system's resilience. Proper boundaries not only protect us but also allow us to connect with others in a healthy way, fostering overall well-being.
Understanding Cannabis and Its Energetic Impact
Cannabis, while a therapeutic herb for many, has energetic limitations and potential drawbacks. The heat generated from smoking it can affect lung chi and the inhalation of smoke can disrupt yin balance. Long-term cannabis use has been associated with separations within the liver meridians and issues with discernment. Recognizing bio-individuality is essential as different strains and consumption methods may have varied effects on individuals. Intention and mindfulness in cannabis use are crucial in avoiding imbalance and optimizing its potential benefits.
The Role of Sleep and Emotional Processing
Quality sleep is vital for emotional processing and overall well-being. Restorative sleep allows the body to restore liver blood, which helps process emotions. Sleep deprivation or poor-quality sleep hinders the subconscious processing of emotions, leading to emotional imbalances. Prioritizing adequate sleep and creating a peaceful bedtime routine supports emotional well-being and allows for the body to restore and heal.
The Power of Sunlight and Nature
One of the main ideas discussed in this podcast episode is the importance of sunlight and connecting with nature. The speaker emphasizes the significance of allowing sunlight to enter the eyes within 30 minutes of waking up, as it helps regulate the circadian rhythm and promotes the release of happy hormones. Spending time in nature, whether it's going for a walk or sitting outside for a meal, provides grounding and allows for a deeper connection with the natural world. This connection with nature not only supports physical health, but also fosters clarity, inspiration, and emotional well-being.
The Impact of Functional Testing and Acupuncture
The podcast episode also touches on the integration of functional testing and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practices. The speaker mentions how functional tests can provide valuable insights and validation for clients, bridging the gap between TCM diagnostics and modern data. By combining the understanding of energetic patterns in TCM with functional testing, the speaker is able to provide a personalized approach to healing. The holistic perspective acknowledges the interconnectedness of the body and explores how various factors, such as gut health and energetic imbalances, can influence overall well-being.
Ep 33. Do you know what poor posture might say about your emotional state? How about the color of the tip of your tongue? This week on the pod, we’re diving into some of the physical manifestations of our emotions with guest Dr. Chloe H. Bañales, LAc. Dr. Chloe is a doctor of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), who is also certified in neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), The Mukaino Method, Esoteric Acupuncture, hypnotherapy, and mental-emotional release (MER) therapy. Other juicy topics covered in this episode include breaking barriers between Eastern & Western medicine, how our perspective is actively shaping our reality, and how we can start to reestablish a connection with our mind, body, and nature. Complete show notes are HERE Check out our new Instagram HERE Dr. Chloe's Instagram HERE
