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As summer arrives, nature bursts into full expression—warmth, vibrancy, and light fill the air. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this season corresponds to the Fire Element, symbolizing joy, connection, and heart energy. At the Shiatsu Bodywork Academy in...
The Five Elements in TCM In a world increasingly disconnected from nature’s rhythms, the Five Elements of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)—Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water—offer a timeless blueprint for holistic wellbeing. At Shiatsu Bodywork Academy in Ōkaihau,...
A Reflection on the Summer Shiatsu RetreatAs we reflect on our Summer Shiatsu Retreat, we feel immense gratitude for the group that gathered with us for this special weekend. A group of six, three of whom had already shared past retreats with us, came together in a...