Classical Threads
Currents of thinking on medicine, astrology, and spirituality
Metsa, Mogusa, Moxa
Tracing the linguistic and cultural origins of moxa from Tibet to Japan.
Storing The Essence
Advice for harmonizing with the winter season in Āyurveda, Tibetan Medicine, and Chinese Medicine.
Tibetan Moxibustion
On the Tibetan origins of moxibustion and its clinical application, as revealed by Prof. Chögyal Namkhai Norbu.
The Nature of Marma Points
A summary of the nature of marma points, as revealed by Suśruta and Bhav Mishra.
Form, Function, & Fascia
A brief exposition on the Rolf Method of Structural Integration and the mysterious role of fascia in health and vitality.
Tribute to J.R. Worsley
A tribute to Professor J.R. Worsley in commemoration of his 100th birthday.
Astrology and Agency
A consideration of the descriptive, rather than predictive, function of astrology and the restoration of agency in the individual.
The Brain of the Brain
On the pathodynamics of the Gut-Brain Axis in Āyurveda and Chinese Medicine
Ayurvedic Acupuncture
An exploration of Ayurvedic marma theory as a point-based therapy that pre-dates Chinese acupuncture.
Watery Palindromes
On the nature of the eight extraordinary vessels in Nan Jing acupuncture.
On The Arrival of Qi
An exploration of the difference between the “arrival of Qi” and the “obtaining of Qi” in classical acupuncture.
The Three Types of Acupuncture
A commentary on three approaches to acupuncture, based on George Soulié de Morant’s Chinese Acupuncture.
2023: Year of The Water Rabbit
Exploring the deeper meanings of the Rabbit as an energetic archetype, in honor of the new Year of the Water Rabbit.
Consult Days
Reflections on my time observing Judy Worsley in the treatment room and the value of being with a Master.
Nan Jing Pulse Diagnosis in Chinese & Tibetan Medicine
Positioning the Triple Burner / Pericardium in the Nan Jing-derived pulse diagnosis of Chinese and Tibetan medical traditions.
Classical Threads
Silk threads and the poetic truths of esoteric anatomy in Tibetan and Chinese Medicine.
Epidemics, War, and Peace
An exploration of the nature and origin of epidemic diseases, its relationship to the politics of war and peace, and how it informs our philosophical-clinical orientation.