Between Heaven and Earth

Posted on 24 June 2018 by Harriet Beinfield

Two of the foremost American educators and healers in the Chinese medical profession demystify Chinese medicine s centuries old approach to health Combining Eastern traditions with Western sensibilities in a unique blend that is relevant today, Between Heaven and Earth opens the door to a vast storehouse of knowledge that bridges the gap between mind and body, theory and practice, professional and self care, East and West. Read Between Heaven and Earth author Harriet Beinfield – kino-fada.fr This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers To view it, click here This is a good read on the assumption behind Chinese medicine Since I come from a Western scientific point of view, I cannot buy into the Chinese explanation of why Chinese medicine works although I can buy into the fact that it works for some people Although on the surface Taoism and Buddhism look different, they both look towards balance as the key to solving problems I wonder if David Brooks is right about Asians and the fact that their culture makes them always focus on their relationship This is a good read on the assumption behind Chinese medicine Since I come from a Western scientific point of view, I cannot buy into the Chinese explanation of why Chinese medicine works although I can buy into the fact that it works for some people Although on the surface Taoism and Buddhism look different, they both look towards balance as the key to solving problems I ...Very excellent overview of TCM That being said, I don t think I am ready to understand TCM philosophy despite feeling eastern philosophy in general I think both approaches have much to offer, but I have a hard time getting over things like diabetes being caused by insufficient water Tha...The first half of this book explains traditional Chinese medicine in language those of us from the West understand It s fascinating and helpful The second half of the book deals primarily with herbs and foods used to restore balance It was not easy to understand and wasthan I wanted to know.Clear concise introduction to Chinese Medicine.Loving it so far Makes fantastic sense Western philosophy of medicine viewing the body as a machine doctor as mechanic vs Eastern philosophy of body as a garden doctor as gardener issuingpreventative care as opposed to reactionary solutions.Excellent for those who know little about Chinese Medicine and those who have been studying it for years Helpful for practitioners to explain to their patients clients as well A very good read for anyone I am always referencing this bookThis was a good general overview of traditional Oriental Medicine I d recommend it for someone starting out with very little to no knowledge There are better books if you wantdetails.Interesting subject poorly executed.Well written and beautiful primer on the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, which seeks to promote health in the body and mind Between Heaven and Earth explains the theories behind the relationships between the organ systems in the body, and shows how the centuries old practice continues to bring health to many before health problems reach crisis levels, and how many types of issues are aided and sometimes reversed by this form of medicine Also includes i...This wonderful book was recommended to me by my acupuncturist Unlike many books on Chinese medicine that I ve skimmed over the years, this book helped me tremendously in making sense of TCM The author explains a rather complex framework in a clear and practical way What I learned from reading this book has helped me change some habits and significantly improve my health While TCM is quite complex, I feelengaged in discussing my health with my acupuncturist, now that I have a better bas This wonderful book was recommended to me by my acupuncturist Unlike many books on Chinese medicine that I ve skimmed over the years, this book helped me tremendously in making sense of TCM The author explains a rather complex framework ...

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24 June 2018

Harriet Beinfield