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Cross-Body Movement: A Simple Path to Sharper Focus and Balanced Energy
In a world that often rewards mental overdrive, the body quietly holds the key to sharper thinking and steadier energy. Cross-body movement—like slowly bringing the opposite elbow to knee in a gentle, rhythmic motion for just two minutes—activates communication between the brain’s left and right hemispheres. This simple practice improves cerebral blood flow, delivering oxygen…
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AMA Wednesday for Sept. 24 2025.
Q: How does long-term exposure to artificial light at night affect melatonin cycles and natural healing processes? A: The Hidden Health Toll of Nighttime Light Modern life has blurred the line between day and night. Street lamps, glowing screens, and indoor lighting often extend well past sunset, bathing us in artificial brightness. Yet the human…
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Master the Art of Bagua Life
Step into a practice that unites body, mind, and spirit. Bagua is more than graceful spirals and circular footwork—it is a living art of energy cultivation and internal power. In my Bagua Life course, I guide you through ancient principles adapted for modern living, showing how each movement becomes meditation, strength training, and healing all…
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Keyboard Diseases: How Hidden Hands Are Rewiring Our Minds
We live in an age where many of us are healthier in body than ever before but what about the health of how we think, act, and engage with others? There is a subtle epidemic, one with no physical symptoms yet capable of warping character, relationships, and the very way we see truth. I call…
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Question of the Week: Sept. 19 2025
Q: How can natural mineral baths or hot springs influence joint repair and connective tissue strength? A: Soaking in natural mineral baths or hot springs delivers more than simple heat. The mineral-rich waters—often containing magnesium, calcium, silica, sulfur, and trace elements—are absorbed through the skin and influence joint tissue on a cellular level. Magnesium encourages…
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AMA Wednesday Sept 17, 2025
Q: What daily practices best support joint healing and cartilage regeneration without surgery? A: Healthy joints rely on both the quality of cartilage and the strength of surrounding muscles and connective tissue. Daily nutrition is the first foundation. A diet rich in vitamin C (citrus, berries, peppers) aids collagen formation, while foods high in omega-3…
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Fleece Flower Root: The Elixir of Vitality
Fleece Flower Root (Polygonum multiflorum), known in Chinese as He Shou Wu, has been treasured in Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries. Often called the “elixir of youth,” this herb is celebrated for its reputed ability to nourish the liver and kidneys—organs considered vital for longevity and vigor. Ancient texts describe it as a tonic that…
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When the Shen is Lost: A Natural Health View on Rejoicing in Violence
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), celebrating or enjoying the death of another due to political difference reflects a deep imbalance of the Heart and Shen (spirit). The Heart is said to house the Shen, governing compassion, clarity, and our ability to connect with humanity. When the Shen is disturbed—by excessive anger, fear, or hatred—it becomes…
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Part 2: From A Western Psychological View of Rejoicing in Violence
From a psychological standpoint, celebrating or enjoying the killing of someone purely for holding a different political view often stems from dehumanization and moral disengagement. When people begin to view opponents not as human beings but as dangerous “others” or as symbols of a hated ideology, empathy is switched off. This process allows individuals to…
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Health Question of the Week
Q: What small bedtime habit could help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer? A: One of the simplest and most effective habits is setting a gentle wind-down routine an hour before bed. Dim the lights, silence notifications, and let your body know the day is ending. This lowers cortisol, the stress hormone that…
Dr. David Orman
The One Who Puts Care back into HealthCARE!™
Dr. David Orman 