The Year of the Fire Horse brings strong, visible energy — but it’s hosted by Water, meaning regulation will be just as important as momentum. Here’s how to support your health, relationships, and nervous system through each season of 2026.

Rather than chasing perfection, we invite you to make your health an everyday practice. Regular acupuncture, mindful movement, nourishing food, quality rest, and moments of stillness all support the body’s natural ability to heal, regulate, and adapt.

At Stillpoint Acupuncture & Healing Arts, I’ve worked with many individuals navigating thyroid imbalances like hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s. From both a holistic and Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, the thyroid responds not only to physical stress but also to emotional and energetic patterns. In this blog post, I explore how acupuncture and healing energy work can support thyroid function, regulate the nervous system, and restore balance—while also connecting these patterns to the Earth and Water elements in TCM, where symptoms often mirror Spleen and Kidney Qi deficiency.

In recent years, acupuncture has emerged as a holistic approach to healing that offers significant benefits for veterans grappling with the physical and emotional aftermath of their service. For many veterans, acupuncture serves as a complementary therapy that can enhance their overall well-being and quality of life.

The Green Snake is entering today (Yi - Si 乙巳), marking the meeting of the 2nd stem with the 6th branch in the Chinese Zodiac and the cosmological order of the universe. The Year of the Snake brings the energy of renewal…

Sleep is an essential part of our daily routine, and it is crucial to ensure that we get enough of it However, did you know that according to Chinese medicine the timing of your sleep can also have a significant impact on your overall health and well-being?

Most people carry their feelings inside, bottling up their anxieties and fears in an attempt to maintain a semblance of normalcy. They put on a brave face, flash a convincing smile, and go about their day as if everything is fine. They feel like they are alone in this struggle when in fact, the reality couldn't be further from the truth..

For decades, the application of ice has been a go-to remedy for pain relief and injury treatment. It's a common sight in sports fields, gyms, and homes alike - an individual grimacing as they press a bag of frozen peas against a sprained ankle or a bruised elbow…. if this sounds familiar you should keep on reading.

Throughout the years, I have explored and experimented with various forms of meditation. Initially, I found meditation to be a daunting task, much like many others. I believed that meditation involved only sitting still and attempting to quiet my mind, which proved to be a challenge for me as someone who tends to be easily distracted and has a fiery disposition

As the leaves change color and the air becomes crisp, fall ushers in a new season of flavors and foods. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) nutrition should change in accordance