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Fire – Burn Bright Beautiful One

Dr. Elizabeth Cox, ND, LAc Posted on by

Boundaries with Dignity = Self Love 💗 People treat you the way you allow them to treat you. The pericardium, heart protector, may be injured with boundary violations like rape or incest or with trauma like divorce or heartbreak. If you struggle with setting or holding healthy boundaries or it appears that your boundaries are frequently being challenged, look inward AND outward. It is a self love practice. If you are still confused ask yourself: how does it feel if my daughter was being treated in this manner/allowing this situation? How does it feel if my best friend was? Then … Continue reading →

Fire – Apply self love generously

Dr. Elizabeth Cox, ND, LAc Posted on by

The heart ♥️ and it’s heart protector🧡 have energy peaks during the summer. If you are struggling with self love, breaking out of toxic patterns or conflicts with your family or beloveds, connect for the support you need. Book an acupuncture session. Purchase a fire/summer Element Wisdom Card deck. Love yourself. Care for yourself. Empower yourself. 💫  #love #heartblock #selflove #acupuncture #naturopathicdoctor #wayshower

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Pericardium The Heart Protector

Dr. Elizabeth Cox, ND, LAc Posted on by

  Pericardium The Heart Protector (Xin-Bao) 心包 The fire element, which peaks during the summer season, not only governs the heart but also the small intestine, triple burner and the PERICARDIUM. WHAT IS THE PERICARDIUM? The word pericardium is derived from Latin Peri (around) and Cardium (heart). Known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as the “Heart Protector” or “Circulation-Sex” Meridian, the pericardium is associated with the FIRE element and the HEART. The pericardium protects the heart from emotional trauma, constricts the chest to protect the heart, and helps to express the joy of the heart. The pericardium protects the heart … Continue reading →