Finding Balance: Qigong and Chinese Medicine in Addiction Recovery
When you learn to release your excess tension in your body, when you start on the physical level, you release excess tension. What you should be doing in this life it's there for you, it's just you have to allow the ripples on the surface of your lake to calm down so you can actually see it.
Imagine tapping into ancient wisdom to find a new path to recovery. In this episode of 'One Hour AT A Time', host Mary Woods sits down with Mark Reinhart, a seasoned practitioner and counselor, to explore how Qigong and Chinese Medicine can aid those battling addiction. Reinhart sheds light on how these time-honored practices can help individuals reconnect with their bodies, minds, and spirits, which often become fragmented due to addiction.
By focusing on breath, posture, and body awareness through Qigong exercises, he explains how one can achieve physical harmony. The conversation also delves into the energetic aspects, emphasizing the Five-Phase System of Chinese Herbal and Dietary practices that can align one's energy. Spiritually, Reinhart intertwines the 12 Steps with Chinese spiritual traditions, offering a holistic approach to recovery.
Whether you're curious about alternative therapies or seeking a fresh perspective on addiction recovery, this episode promises to offer valuable insights and practical advice.