EP 71 TCM Part 4Understanding Our Energy Meridians and Wellness

In this episode Amy and Brian continue the discussion of Traditional Chinese Medicine with a deep conversation about the importance of understanding human energy meridians and their role in overall wellness. They discuss how each energy meridian has various associations in our lives and the effects they could have on our health, both physically and emotionally. They talk about the liver meridian's relation to creativity, the lung and large intestine to value, and the kidney bladder to purpose, among other things. They also highlight the necessity of balance and flow in these meridians to prevent stagnation, which could lead to health issues. They encourage integrating different wellness approaches for a healthier, happier, and more productive life.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Creativity and the Liver Meridian
00:28 Understanding the Gallbladder's Role in Creativity
00:36 The Consequences of Ignoring Your Creative Side
00:58 The Importance of Expressing Creativity
01:42 The Connection Between Creativity and Business
02:00 Feeling Lost and the Liver Meridian
02:10 Introduction to the All Things Good for You Podcast
02:48 Morning Routines and Artistic Expression
03:14 The Importance of Starting Your Day Right
05:23 Understanding the Connection Between Health and Wellness
05:56 The Impact of Energetic Blocks on Health
07:27 The Importance of Paying Attention to Warning Signs
09:25 The Impact of Overthinking on Health
10:22 Understanding the Spleen Chi Deficiency
14:53 Understanding the Connection Between Grief and Health
20:49 The Importance of Being Proactive in Health
23:46 Understanding Meridian Lines and Body Systems
25:12 The Influence of External and Internal Factors on Meridians
25:45 The Importance of the Kidney Meridian
27:40 The Impact of Purpose on Health and Longevity
28:57 Exploring Other Meridians: Heart, Small Intestine, Spleen, Stomach, Lung, and Large Intestine
29:35 The Role of Joy and Passion in the Fire Element
32:35 The Spleen and Stomach: Nurturing and Nourishing
35:45 The Lung and Large Intestine: Value and Letting Go
39:46 The Impact of External Information on Our Energy
44:03 The Seven Primal Questions: A Preview
44:32 Conclusion and Invitation to Share