Anxiety, Worry, and Depression are increasing conditions especially during this pandemic time. These conditions make us feel trapped and powerless causing us to miss out on valuable present moments and in turn rob us from living joyfully. This blog will explore different ways that acupuncture can help manage these conditions naturally and effectively. In Chinese Medicine the heart not only refers to the physical heart but also refers to the energetic role of the heart in the body. According to Chinese Medicine the heart is considered to reflect the mind and plays a major role in the function of the body.
Anxiety, worry, and depression overtax the mind and thus weakens the heart energetic system creating negative behavioral patterns to surface. These unhealthy behavioral patterns greatly interfere in normal day to day activities. Other aspects of modern life such as overwork, insufficient sleep, and overwhelming stimuli such as social media and cell phone usage add more fuel to these disorders. Acupuncture can be used to calm the mind and body and to replenish the heart center.
In addition to acupuncture I use Chinese Herbal prescriptions that target these specific disorders. I also use nutritional supplements which I believe are equally as important to complement the Chinese prescriptions.
Other recommendations used for anxiety, depression and worry are, moderate exercise (i.e. yoga, walking/running, swimming), getting good quality sleep, getting relaxation and meditation time, getting out and enjoy the beauty of nature, and eating a well balanced diet.
If you are interested in acupuncture I would love to book you in for a free 15 minute consultation to discuss any questions that you may have or you can call to set up and appointment with me.
Thank you and I wish you good health!!
Charles Mayberry, L.Ac.