The wood phase functions include those that enable us to make and carry out plans

Join us for a discussion of the Liver Organ Network and its associated characteristics and functions.  In Chinese medicine terms, the liver is understood to store the “blood”, facilitate a smooth flow of virtually all of the body substances, serve as the root of prenatal energy in women, and control the “tendons”. (The parentheses are used as these words have an expanded meaning in Chinese medicine. Individuals with healthy functioning of the Liver Organ Network tend to be emotionally stable, able to work hard and steadily, and serve as excellent strategic planners.

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Exploring the most mysterious of the organ networks

Join us for a discussion of the elusive Triple Warmer Organ Network—perhaps the least understood of the Chinese organ systems. While not easily associated with any specific physical organ, the Triple Warmer functions are related to warmth, water metabolism, and networking throughout the body. Aspects of nervous and endocrine system functioning are likely involved.

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