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Standing in Front of a Mirror, Naked

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Wed, 30 May 2012 20:41:09 GMT

This past weekend my boyfriend and I went for a hike at the Will Rogers State Park. Spring had just done its magic. The mountains were covered with colorful, nameless wild flowers. Some yellow, some white, some purple…

Tips to Enhancing Fertility

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Tue, 29 May 2012 17:44:59 GMT

Recently, several Cycle Harmony friends requested that I offer some tips to help them conceive a baby. Being pregnant with a new life is one of the greatest joys a woman can ever experience. On the other hand, it can turn into a stressful event if one fails to conceive after many tries, bringing up difficult emotions such as sadness, frustration and anger.

How Are We Doing?

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Fri, 25 May 2012 22:46:24 GMT

It's been such an exciting, fulfilling and joyful journey of discovery, learning and growth for me since I gave birth to CycleHarmony.com in October 2010.

My Favorite Quotes, from Women to Women

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Thu, 24 May 2012 23:48:22 GMT

I love great quotes, especially the short ones. In one or two lines, they can unleash your courage, open your heart, teach you simple yet profound wisdoms, and open up a whole new world of possibilities…

The Little Guide to a Healthy and Balanced Diet

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Wed, 23 May 2012 00:29:48 GMT

Wikipedia lists over 50 types of diets. And it humbly calls it “an incomplete list, which may never be able to satisfy particular standards for completeness.” In broad categories, the list includes belief-based diets, vegetarian diets, weight control diets, detox diets, fad diets, diets followed for medical reasons, and “other diets.”

7 Principles to Creating Harmony in Your Life

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Sun, 20 May 2012 19:49:21 GMT

My friend Alec, a talented musician, told me recently that there’s a lot of similarity between music and math, and that when he played music he often felt like solving math problems.

What To Eat Before, During and After Your Period

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Fri, 18 May 2012 22:13:24 GMT

When you treat a woman like a goddess, she’ll rise to the occasion. And a woman’s body is the temple where the goddess resides.

The Costs of Worry, and How To Stop Worrying

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Thu, 17 May 2012 23:07:53 GMT

Worry is like a rocking chair – it gives you something to do, but it doesn't get you anywhere. We all know that. And in our modern society, we worry way too easily.

How To Create Your Moon Lodge, At Home

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Wed, 16 May 2012 20:45:01 GMT

I read that in some ancient cultures women got to retreat into a Moon Lodge, Menstrual Hut or Red Tent during menstruation. It was a sacred place for women to renew, recharge, connect with one another and receive spiritual guidance.

Why Keep a Daily Mood Journal, and How to Do So Effortlessly

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Tue, 15 May 2012 16:03:20 GMT

I started keeping a mood journal, initially, to better understand my mood patterns. In the past, my moods could change from sunny to cloudy to rainy without warning. In so many ways, emotions ran my life – without my conscious volition. They determined how I experienced my day, and how I related to my work and relationships.

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mycycleharmony@gmail.com (CycleHarmony) — Tue, 15 May 2012 05:18:55 GMT

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Balancing Life in an Urban Environment

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Mon, 14 May 2012 20:13:14 GMT

This weekend I went for a hike in Topanga Canyon amidst the Santa Monica Mountains. It’s about a 20-minute drive from where I live. So close to the city, yet it seems so far away. It’s a completely different world out there.

Why Processing Anger is So Important in Healing PMS/PMDD

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Fri, 11 May 2012 18:08:45 GMT

I admit that it took me a very long time to uncover, understand and process the anger I’d held onto since childhood. Raised by a tiger mother, I was not encouraged, even allowed, to express the slightest hint of anger growing up. I learned to repress it and push it deep down into my psyche, and my body.

How to Improve the Quality of Your Sleep

mycycleharmony@gmail.com (CycleHarmony) — Fri, 11 May 2012 00:28:00 GMT

My friend, Joanne Eng, contributed the following article on insomnia, drawing from her research and personal experiences. It’s very informative and offers some wonderful tips on how to get a good night’s sleep. Like me, Joanne is currently pursuing her Master Degree in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine at Yo San University. Enjoy!

How to Tell the Condition of Your Blood, Quickly

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Wed, 09 May 2012 20:57:17 GMT

Do you know that one quick and easy way to gauge the condition of your blood is to look at your own fingernails? I was so excited about this fun fact I recently learned from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), that I couldn’t wait to share it with you.

Simple Foods to Nourish Your Blood

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Tue, 08 May 2012 23:54:12 GMT

Every Chinese woman knows that one of the biggest secrets to health and beauty is well-nourished blood. When our blood is strong, we tend to have radiant skin, normal menstruation, and vital energy. And when our blood is deficient, we may experience dizziness, blurred vision, fatigue, scanty periods, a delayed period, anemia or even premature aging.

Super Moon: How to Harness Your Creative Power

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Sat, 05 May 2012 18:45:17 GMT

The moon is full again. And tonight’s moon is special. Because it’s 14% bigger and 30% brighter than other full moons this year, it’s called a “super moon.” I wonder if you’ve felt its powerful effect on your body and your mind? I surely have.

The Art of Tea: 10 Things to Avoid When Drinking Tea

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Wed, 02 May 2012 22:56:04 GMT

I love my tea. There’s just nothing quite like a fresh cup of hot tea – the warmth, the subtle and delightful aroma, and the feeling of calm and freshness that often comes with it.

Emotional Causes of Menstrual Problems and Affirmations to Healing Them

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Tue, 01 May 2012 21:16:05 GMT

In my own healing for PMS and period pain, I’ve come to understand, experientially, the powerful connection between the body, mind and spirit. I’ve learned that some of the more serious PMS symptoms and period cramps I experienced were really physical manifestations of negative thinking patterns that I’d held onto for a very long time.

How to Tell if Your Period Cycle is Normal or Not

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 22:44:26 GMT

What is a normal period cycle? And how can you tell if your periods are normal or not? Based on my research and personal experiences, I’ve discovered that you can identify most any menstrual irregularity simply by observation. And there are five key factors to watch for.

How to Tell if Your Period Cycle is Normal or Not

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 22:44:26 GMT

Reward Yourself! 10 Ideas That Won’t Break Your Bank

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:39:22 GMT

Life is no fun, just working all the time. Every so often we need to reward ourselves and play a little. For people like me who subscribe to the school of perpetual hard work and discipline, a little pampering, even the occasional indulgence, is healthy, and little can go a long way.

How to Recognize the Signs of a PMSing Woman

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 23:27:29 GMT

Last night my friends Joanne and Alex came over for dinner. We were talking about meditation and how it had changed our lives. I mentioned that one day I’d love to create a meditation center and a moon lodge for women.

Why Women Age Faster But Live Longer Than Men

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 20:00:39 GMT

On a beautiful Easter Sunday I went to a spring picnic with a group of friends at Will Rogers State Park. With a glass of red wine in hand – and after a couple of yummy cupcakes – we ladies began to chat about food and health and everything else.

Mood Journal 4/18/12: Don’t Forget to Enjoy What You Have!

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 23:42:19 GMT

Day 27, 5% Waning Crescent

Mood: Relieved

My boyfriend has a habit of taking a 20-minute walk every day after lunch. It’s one of his daily health rituals. I, on the other hand, hardly take a break after lunch. Most of the time I go right back to work.

My Divine Premenstrual Dissatisfaction

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 23:55:44 GMT

In about four days I start my period. During this time of the month, I often feel a sense of discontentment or dissatisfaction that’s normally absent from my life. Fear pops up. I feel dissatisfied with my work, study, and relationships – basically my life in general.

Your Journey to Harmony

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 00:24:24 GMT

Maybe you’re alone, suffering from PMS/PMDD and dealing with difficult menstrual issues in painful silence. Maybe you’re well on your way to healing yourself. Or maybe you have awakened to a calling to serve and love those suffering as you once did.

The Five Things You Need for Mind-Body Healing

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 01:17:27 GMT

To so many women, PMS seems like an incurable illness. But because it’s not a life or death condition, most simply learn to tolerate it, suffering through it month after month. Don’t you just wish there was a magic pill that could take all the suffering away?

The Five Things You Need for Mind-Body Healing

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 01:17:27 GMT

The Five Things You Need for Mind-Body Healing

adminuser3@cycleharmony.com (Jing J.) — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 01:17:27 GMT