Jeff Shearer is an Acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist of 31 years clinical experience, currently practicing in Newcastle, Australia (NSW). He has inspired many practitioners through his teaching community, and in today's episode Marie interviews Jeff about why he now so often only uses one needle in practice. What lead to his journey of this type of practice, and how patients respond to this very different type of treatment in Australia.
We also discuss important topics for new graduates and students of Acupuncture /herbal medicine programs about learning your craft, discovering the right style for you and so much more. It was my pleasure to have this chat with Jeff as he has so much to give to the Chinese medicine community. whether you are a patient of an acupuncturist, a Chinese medicine hobbyist learner, student of natural medicine or experienced practitioner there is something to be inspired about in this conversation. Jeff can be contacted about his clinic in Newcastle, NSW here: Evolve Natural Medicine: https://evolvenaturalmedicine.com.au/And for practitioners looking to join one of Jeff's courses, find out more here: https://evolvenaturalmedicine.com.au/acupuncture-training/ If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to leave us a review on Spotify or Apple AND come over to YouTube where there's 3x the content of videos and tutorials! Chinese Medicine Podcast is run by Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist, Marie Hopkinson. About Dr Marie Hopkinson (Chinese Medicine Doctor) SUPPORT YOURSELF AND THE CHANNEL BY ENROLLING IN ONE OF MARIE'S COURSES HERE: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/courses/ Marie Hopkinson is a Chinese herbalist and acupuncturist in Perth with 24+ years of clinical experience. She works with patients facing sleep issues, fatigue, digestive problems, stress, menstrual health, and chronic pain using classical Chinese medicine. At her clinic, Bespoke Medicine in Bayswater, Marie combines acupuncture, pulse diagnosis, and traditional herbal formulas based on the Shang Han Lun and Jingui Yaolue. She trained in Australia and China, holds a Master of International Health, and teaches Chinese medicine in Perth.📍Book a session (Perth patients and International via Telehealth, can both book here: https://bespokemedicine.net/patients/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcastInstagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcastAUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com
IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any un-diagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.
Why you fell scattered, and how to fix it - A series on the Spiritual Resources focus on women's health - this episode looks at the Shen, feelings 'not grounded' , overcome by emotions, and so much more is unpacked by CM practitioner, Marie Hopkinson in this episode.
Chinese Medicine Podcast is run by Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist, Marie Hopkinson. About Dr Marie Hopkinson (Chinese Medicine Doctor) Marie Hopkinson is a Chinese herbalist and acupuncturist in Perth with 24+ years of clinical experience. She treats sleep issues, fatigue, digestive problems, stress, menstrual health, and chronic pain using classical Chinese medicine. At her clinic, Bespoke Medicine in Bayswater, Marie combines acupuncture, pulse diagnosis, and traditional herbal formulas based on the Shang Han Lun and Jingui Yaolue. She trained in Australia and China, holds a Master of International Health, and teaches Chinese medicine in Perth.📍Book a session (Perth patients and International via Telehealth, can both book here: https://bespokemedicine.net/patients/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcastInstagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcastAUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any un-diagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.
FIVE SPIRITUAL RESOURCES FOR WOMEN - PART THREE - The Yi. This is going to be a new series for Women about women's health and the five spiritual resources of Chinese medicine. The Yi relates to the earth element - digestion and so much more.
Courses Marie is running can be found here: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/courses/ (Self Care with the five elements $49 AUD) and the full one-year program check out at the link above Chinese Medicine Podcast is run by Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist, Marie Hopkinson. About Dr Marie Hopkinson (Chinese Medicine Doctor) Marie Hopkinson is a Chinese herbalist and acupuncturist in Perth with 24+ years of clinical experience. She treats sleep issues, fatigue, digestive problems, stress, menstrual health, and chronic pain using classical Chinese medicine. At her clinic, Bespoke Medicine in Bayswater, Marie combines acupuncture, pulse diagnosis, and traditional herbal formulas based on the Shang Han Lun and Jingui Yaolue. She trained in Australia and China, holds a Master of International Health, and teaches Chinese medicine in Perth.📍Book a session (Perth patients and International via Telehealth, can both book here: https://bespokemedicine.net/patients/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcastInstagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcastAUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any un-diagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.
New Course now open to enrollments: BETTER GUT HEALTH with Chinese Medicinehttps://www.metrohealth.com.au/beter-gut-health-with-tcm-diet-therapy/Explore more courses with Marie Hopkinson here: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/courses/(Self Care with the five elements $49 AUD) and the full one-year program avail at the course link above Chinese Medicine Podcast is run by Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist, Marie Hopkinson. About Dr Marie Hopkinson (Chinese Medicine Doctor) Marie Hopkinson is a Chinese herbalist and acupuncturist in Perth with 24+ years of clinical experience. She works with patients facing sleep issues, fatigue, digestive problems, stress, menstrual health, and chronic pain using classical Chinese medicine. At her clinic, Bespoke Medicine in Bayswater, Marie combines acupuncture, pulse diagnosis, and traditional herbal formulas based on the Shang Han Lun and Jingui Yaolue. She trained in Australia and China, holds a Master of International Health, and teaches Chinese medicine in Perth.📍Book a session (Perth patients and International via Telehealth, can both book here: https://bespokemedicine.net/patients/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcastInstagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcastAUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format
CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any un-diagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.
Courses Marie is running can be found here: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/courses/
Join me for a deep dive discussion into what's the difference between Qi gong, Tai Chi and Kung fu. Learn what REALLY is kung fu and how hard work is part of health.
Si Fu Gawain Siu has 40+ years experience in practicing and teaching in martial arts (Kung fu, Tai chi), and has studied many years in Chinese medicine. Support yourself and the channel with one of my courses in Chinese Medicine for self care - Courses from as low as $49 (AUD) right up to the full 1 year course: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/courses/ About Sifu Gawain: Working in Perth, Western Australia, Si Fu Gawain Siu teaches Kung Fu and Tai Chi in his academy Ging Mo. www.gingmo.com.au
FIVE SPIRITUAL RESOURCES FOR WOMEN - PART ONE - The Hun. This is going to be a new series for Women about women's health and the five spiritual resources of Chinese medicine. The HUN relates to the LIVER, Wood and Purpose, drive, vision and seeing a future for yourself. If this helped you in any way, please subscribe to support the channel to get to 10K and 100K subs. Courses I mentioned in this video can be found here: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/courses/ Chinese Medicine Podcast is run by Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist, Marie Hopkinson. About Dr Marie Hopkinson (Chinese Medicine Doctor) Marie is an experienced Chinese Medicine practitioner both a herbalist and acupuncturist, of over 23 years. Initially studying in Perth, Marie went on to study at Hangzhou TCM Hospital and then completing a Masters of International Health at Curtin Uni. In recent years Marie has been studying Classical Chinese Herbal Medicine, taught by Dr Arnaud Versluys through ICEAM(R). Marie has been practicing classical herbal medicine for the past 9 years. Marie is also a lecturer in Chinese Medicine and social science and student clinic supervisor, with over 20 years lecturing experience across 3 different colleges. In addition to Classical herbal medicine, Marie has a special interest in Chinese Diet Therapy- the branch of Chinese medicine concerned with prevention and treatment of symptoms with food.Marie practices Chinese medicine full time, between seeing patients and teaching classes. FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social medial: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcastInstagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcastAUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com CONTACT Marie Hopkinson for Clinical consultations (in Person - Perth Western Australia and worldwide - online consultation available MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only. Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.
Exploring how the emotions associated with digestion, the Earth element, Spleen energy are connected to dampness and Spleen Qi (energy) deficiency.
If you are interested in checking out the courses I mentioned in this video, please do so here, I'd love to have you on the journey with us learning more about the wonders of how Chinese medicine can make your life better https://www.metrohealth.com.au/courses/
Chinese Medicine Podcast is run by Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist, Marie Hopkinson. About Dr Marie Hopkinson (Chinese Medicine Doctor) Marie is an experienced Chinese Medicine practitioner both a herbalist and acupuncturist, of over 23 years. Initially studying in Perth, Marie went on to study at Hangzhou TCM Hospital and then completing a Masters of International Health at Curtin Uni. In recent years Marie has been studying Classical Chinese Herbal Medicine, taught by Dr Arnaud Versluys through ICEAM(R). Marie has been practicing classical herbal medicine for the past 9 years. Marie is also a lecturer in Chinese Medicine and social science and student clinic supervisor, with over 20 years lecturing experience across 3 different colleges. In addition to Classical herbal medicine, Marie has a special interest in Chinese Diet Therapy- the branch of Chinese medicine concerned with prevention and treatment of symptoms with food.Marie practices Chinese medicine full time, between seeing patients and teaching classes. FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social medial: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcastInstagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcastAUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com CONTACT Marie Hopkinson for Clinical consultations (in Person - Perth Western Australia and worldwide - online consultation available MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only. Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.
Take your learning to the next level Discover my 'Ultimate Chinese Medicine learning Experience' course that I mentioned in this video here: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/learn-chinese-medicine-with-marie-hopkinson/
Live intake from 1st June 2025 , on demand options will be added in the future, check the link for the latest updates on courses offeredChinese Medicine Podcast is run by Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist, Marie Hopkinson. About Dr Marie Hopkinson (Chinese Medicine Doctor) Marie is an experienced Chinese Medicine practitioner both a herbalist and acupuncturist, of over 23 years. Initially studying in Perth, Marie went on to study at Hangzhou TCM Hospital and then completing a Masters of International Health at Curtin Uni. In recent years Marie has been studying Classical Chinese Herbal Medicine, taught by Dr Arnaud Versluys through ICEAM(R). Marie has been practicing classical herbal medicine for the past 9 years. Marie is also a lecturer in Chinese Medicine and social science and student clinic supervisor, with over 20 years lecturing experience across 3 different colleges. In addition to Classical herbal medicine, Marie has a special interest in Chinese Diet Therapy- the branch of Chinese medicine concerned with prevention and treatment of symptoms with food.Marie practices Chinese medicine full time, between seeing patients and teaching classes. FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social medial: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcastInstagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcastAUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com CONTACT Marie Hopkinson for Clinical consultations (in Person - Perth Western Australia and worldwide - online consultation available MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only. Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.
I'm very excited to announce this new course offering starting soon. check out the link: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/learn-chinese-medicine-with-marie-hopkinson/
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DAMPNESS relationship with Jing (Essence) and Chi/Qi (Energy) , what other organs are involved. In this podcast, Marie answers a subscriber's question about Qi, Jing and Dampness Chinese Medicine Podcast is run by Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist, Marie Hopkinson. About Dr Marie Hopkinson (Chinese Medicine Doctor)Marie is an experienced Chinese Medicine practitioner both a herbalist and acupuncturist, of over 23 years. Initially studying in Perth, Marie went on to study at Hangzhou TCM Hospital and then completing a Masters of International Health at Curtin Uni. In recent years Marie has been studying Classical Chinese Herbal Medicine, taught by Dr Arnaud Versluys through ICEAM(R). Marie has been practicing classical herbal medicine for the past 9 years. Marie is also a lecturer in Chinese Medicine and social science and student clinic supervisor, with over 20 years lecturing experience across 3 different colleges. In addition to Classical herbal medicine, Marie has a special interest in Chinese Diet Therapy- the branch of Chinese medicine concerned with prevention and treatment of symptoms with food.Marie practices Chinese medicine full time, between seeing patients and teaching classes. FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social medial: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcastInstagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcastAUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com CONTACT Marie Hopkinson for Clinical consultations (in Person - Perth Western Australia and worldwide - online consultation available MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only. Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.
There are at least 4x the videos /content on Youtube than on Audio /Spotify, so head on over to Youtube at Chinese Medicine Podcast for more videos Chinese Medicine Podcast is run by Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist, Marie Hopkinson. About Dr Marie Hopkinson (Chinese Medicine Doctor) Marie is an experienced Chinese Medicine practitioner both a herbalist and acupuncturist, of over 23 years. Initially studying in Perth, Marie went on to study at Hangzhou TCM Hospital and then completing a Masters of International Health at Curtin Uni. In recent years Marie has been studying Classical Chinese Herbal Medicine, taught by Dr Arnaud Versluys through ICEAM(R). Marie has been practicing classical herbal medicine for the past 9 years. Marie is also a lecturer in Chinese Medicine and social science and student clinic supervisor, with over 20 years lecturing experience across 3 different colleges. In addition to Classical herbal medicine, Marie has a special interest in Chinese Diet Therapy- the branch of Chinese medicine concerned with prevention and treatment of symptoms with food.Marie practices Chinese medicine full time, between seeing patients and teaching classes. FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social medial: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcastInstagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcastAUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com CONTACT Marie Hopkinson for Clinical consultations (in Person - Perth Western Australia and worldwide - online consultation available MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only. Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.
Find out what to expect when seeing an acupuncturist, Chinese herbalist in USA, UK, Australia and most parts of the world in this video with 23+yr experienced Acupuncturist and Herbalist, Marie Hopkinson
Self Help for depression using Chinese Medicine wisdom through knowing where and how you can intervene. Learning how the 5 Elements play a role in the physiology of depression not only helps you understand how an acupuncturist or herbalist would go about treatment in re-balancing the five elements, but also how /where you can help yourself. This second half of this is more about the self-help aspects. The first half is physiology of the five elements. Hope this is useful and helpful and if it is let me know in comments / Leave a review on Spotify / Apple - That is appreciated. FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social medial: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcast AUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations): MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only. Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine
IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any un-diagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.
A bit of a fun one for the year's end. Come and experience what its really like in China on my most recent trip to Ningbo, Changsha, Guangzhou and Hong Kong. We go high-speed rail, plane, taxi and all kinds of travel around, discover herbal medicine markets with me and come to some factories that I visited inducing a tea farm where we learned how to pick and process tea the ancient way
Marie shares some of the end of year stats from Spotify wrapped and Youtube , + A Christmas Message + Some new ideas for 2025 - let us know what you think !
Thank you for a great year in 2024.
Be Healthy and Well and I look forward to helping you learn and discover Chinese Medicine more in 2025.
Contact me at the podcast via email : chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com
CLINIC : www.bespokemedicine.net
Increase energy and stop tiredness with the ancient wisdom of Chinese medicine. Tiredness has two main causes in Chinese medicine . Learn how to increase energy and find out why you are so tired. Support the channel and learn more about yourself with my low cost course - SELF CARE WITH THE FIVE ELEMENTS: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/self-care-with-the-5-elements/ Hope this is useful and helpful and if it is let me know in comments and please subscribe to help grow this channel. That is appreciated. FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social medial: Facebook: / chinesemedicinepodcast Instagram / chinesemedicinepodcast TikTok: / chinesemedpodcast AUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations): MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only. Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.
Does Yin Deficiency even exist? Let's find out! Discussing menopause and what's really going on according to the oldest and most foundational style of Chinese medicine - classical Chinese medicine. This chat is about Kidney Deficiency, Yin Deficiency, Yang deficiency and this massive difference between Classical and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Laurie Ayres is an incredible teacher of Chinese medicine, well known and respected by many practitioners worldwide for his training in Classical Chinese medicine thought the Institute of Classics in East Asian Medicine (ICEAM).
I sat down and I got Laurie to explain whats going on at a patients level (and beyond :) the way Classical Chinese medicine practitioners see the symptoms of menopause and why its not Yin Deficiency or Kidney Deficiency.
About our guest - Laurie Ayres, Laurie Ayres, BSc, DCCM, FICEAM, LAc - Classical Chinese Medicine Herbalist, and Instructor in the Institute of Classics in East-Asian Medicine (ICEAM). Laurie is highly regarded practitioner and teacher in Canonical Chinese medicine.
He holds the following positions in ICEAM:
Director, London Institute of Classics in East Asian Medicine
Fellow of the Institute of Classics in East Asian Medicine
Senior Instructor and Senior Clinical Supervisor
Read more about Laurie Ayres here; https://iceam.org/about-iceam/faculty-and-leadership/laurie-ayres/
As discussed in the podcast, if you wish to contact Laurie Ayres for consultations in London or to be part of his new
Cancer support clinic
here's the links for that:
Email: lauriehayres@gmail.com
https://www.millerswayproject.com/support
- Cancer Support Clinic in London, UK
To learn more about studying the classical herbal system we discuss in this podcast, head to :
https://iceam.org/
New course starting in Canada in late 2024:
https://www.canonicalchinesemedicine.org/
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Leave a Review or Subscribe - I really appreciate that :) FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social medial: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcast AUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE HOPKINSON) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations): MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients Marie accepts both local and International Patients. Comprehensive info on the website above. Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only. Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.
This is a direct follow on from Part 1, for definition of burnout, and talking about the five element aspects of PURPOSE , please watch part 1 first. This part covers - Joy and the fire element Energy /tiredness and the Water element Chinese medicine based Strategies to overcome burnout - getting passion back - motivation - tiredness / energy - 24:00 - 38:00 specific strategies for Self Employed people / Business owners. -Things you can do for burnout - to increase motivation / Joy / Passion Video Sponsor: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/self-care-with-the-5-elements/ Support yourself and the channel with this new course by Marie Hopkinson where you will discover more about yourself and the most appropriate self care that will benefit you according to the 5 Element system of Chinese Medicine. PART 1 (previous episode to this one)
Hope this is useful and helpful and if it is let me know in comments and please subscribe to help grow this channel. That is appreciated. FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social medial: Facebook: / chinesemedicinepodcast Instagram / chinesemedicinepodcast TikTok: / chinesemedpodcast AUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations): MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients International and local patients accepted Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only. Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.
Well, this turned out to be a series... Answering a subscribers request for a video about burnout, then asking for more subscriber questions... here's my take on Chinese medicine and burnout. Part 1 (THIS VIDEO) Burnout - Intro - What is it? Classical understanding of our physical and emotional connection - reading from Chapter 8 of the Ling Shu Relating burnout to Chinese medicine ; - Purpose , lack of purpose and the wood element (part 1) Video Sponsor: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/self-care-with-the-5-elements/ - Support yourself and the channel with this new course by Marie Hopkinson where you will discover more about yourself and the most appropriate self care that will benefit you according to the 5 Element system of Chinese Medicine. Part 2 and 3 will cover: (will be added as they are ready in the coming week or so) - Joy and the fire element - Energy /tiredness and the Water element Chinese medicine based Strategies to overcome burnout - getting passion back - motivation - tiredness / energy Strategies for self-employed / business owners
FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcast AUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations): MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only. Email metrohealthandmedicine@gmail.com Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.