The world today can be a difficult place, full of stressful situations and worrying prospects. It can be very easy to get lost in the fast pace of modern life and to see things through a negative lens. However, the world can also be a place of love, beauty and wonder, if we choose to let it.

Negativity can be understood as imbalance in one’s energy and is a symptom of stress. Complaining, blaming, and being overly critical are signs that you’re letting negativity get the better of you. 

Naturally, there will be days when things just don't go your way, but how you deal with a difficult day is part of what defines you and makes you who you are. We can all learn to balance our energy and find a way to positivity. For some it may take more work than others but it’s most definitely worth it.

Do you struggle with insomnia? Find yourself counting sheep at night when you wish you could be catching z's? We have already covered some great strategies you can use to combat sleepless nights like our blog posts Acupuncture and Insomnia and 10 Self-help tips for Insomnia, but if you are still looking for some more ideas, we have put together a free download for you. 
This worksheet contains acupressure points, a bedtime breathing meditation, a mudra for insomnia and other tips. Download and print this baby off for next time insomnia strikes.

If you have just found out that you are pregnant – Congratulations! Pregnancy is such a beautiful and magical time in a woman's life. However, pregnancy can also be difficult and challenging if there are health issues getting in the way of your 'glow'. 

Acupuncture can offer wonderful support to women in all stages of pregnancy to help you make the most of the experience. Acupuncture offers women the choice of a drug free treatment and can be used successfully for a wide range of conditions, such as:

By Angie
Hooray for the first day of Spring! Spring is a happy time. Bunnies hop about.  Flowers emerge in long forgotten corners of your garden.  The birds return and sing so loudly they wake you in the morning.

Spring should not be a time to be angry. But according to Traditional Chinese Medicine, being angry is exactly what you can expect if you don’t balance your wood element.