Heart-Womb Connection, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Emotional & Hormonal Balance, Menstrual Health, Fertility & Shen, Mind-Body Wellness
Heart-Womb Connection, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Emotional & Hormonal Balance, Menstrual Health, Fertility & Shen, Mind-Body Wellness
Heart-Womb Connection, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Emotional & Hormonal Balance, Menstrual Health, Fertility & Shen, Mind-Body Wellness
Blog - Volume 4 Womb Wisdom from the Nei Jing
Blog - Volume 4 Womb Wisdom from the Nei Jing
Blog - Volume 4 Womb Wisdom from the Nei Jing
“The Heart is the sovereign of all organs and represents the consciousness of one’s being.” — Huang Di Nei Jing, Su Wen Chapter 8
“The Heart is the sovereign of all organs and represents the consciousness of one’s being.” — Huang Di Nei Jing, Su Wen Chapter 8
“The Heart is the sovereign of all organs and represents the consciousness of one’s being.” — Huang Di Nei Jing, Su Wen Chapter 8
Womb Wisdom from the Nei Jing | Volume 4
Womb Wisdom from the Nei Jing | Volume 4
Womb Wisdom from the Nei Jing | Volume 4
“The Heart is the sovereign of all organs and represents the consciousness of one’s being.” — Huang Di Nei Jing, Su Wen Chapter 8
In the Nei Jing, the Heart is described as the Emperor—the ruler of the body who ensures harmony among all the systems. It houses the shen (spirit), governs Blood, and orchestrates the flow of emotions and communication within the body.
When the Heart is at peace, the body thrives. When the Heart is disturbed—by overstimulation,
emotional overwhelm, or lack of rest—both mind and body fall out of balance.
The Heart’s Role in Reproductive & Hormonal Health
Although we often associate reproductive health with the Liver, Kidneys, and Spleen in TCM, the Heart is intimately connected to the womb through what’s called the Bao Mai—the "Uterus Vessel" or “Heart-Womb connection.”
When emotions are unresolved or the Heart is overburdened,
this connection becomes blocked, leading to:
Irregular or painful menstruation
Difficulty conceiving
Anxiety or insomnia before menstruation
Feeling emotionally "cut off" from the womb or cycle
In the Nei Jing, the Heart is described as the Emperor—the ruler of the body who ensures harmony among all the systems. It houses the shen (spirit), governs Blood, and orchestrates the flow of emotions and communication within the body.
When the Heart is at peace, the body thrives. When the Heart is disturbed—by overstimulation,
emotional overwhelm, or lack of rest—both mind and body fall out of balance.
The Heart’s Role in Reproductive & Hormonal Health
Although we often associate reproductive health with the Liver, Kidneys, and Spleen in TCM, the Heart is intimately connected to the womb through what’s called the Bao Mai—the "Uterus Vessel" or “Heart-Womb connection.”
When emotions are unresolved or the Heart is overburdened,
this connection becomes blocked, leading to:
Irregular or painful menstruation
Difficulty conceiving
Anxiety or insomnia before menstruation
Feeling emotionally "cut off" from the womb or cycle
In the Nei Jing, the Heart is described as the Emperor—the ruler of the body who ensures harmony among all the systems. It houses the shen (spirit), governs Blood, and orchestrates the flow of emotions and communication within the body.
When the Heart is at peace, the body thrives. When the Heart is disturbed—by overstimulation,
emotional overwhelm, or lack of rest—both mind and body fall out of balance.
The Heart’s Role in Reproductive & Hormonal Health
Although we often associate reproductive health with the Liver, Kidneys, and Spleen in TCM, the Heart is intimately connected to the womb through what’s called the Bao Mai—the "Uterus Vessel" or “Heart-Womb connection.”
When emotions are unresolved or the Heart is overburdened,
this connection becomes blocked, leading to:
Irregular or painful menstruation
Difficulty conceiving
Anxiety or insomnia before menstruation
Feeling emotionally "cut off" from the womb or cycle
“The Heart is the sovereign of all organs and represents the consciousness of one’s being.” — Huang Di Nei Jing, Su Wen Chapter 8
“The Heart is the sovereign of all organs and represents the consciousness of one’s being.” — Huang Di Nei Jing, Su Wen Chapter 8
Womb Wisdom from the Nei Jing | Volume 4
Womb Wisdom from the Nei Jing | Volume 4
“The Heart is the sovereign of all organs and represents the consciousness of one’s being.” — Huang Di Nei Jing, Su Wen Chapter 8
Womb Wisdom from the Nei Jing | Volume 4
Heart-Centered Practices for Balance
Rest the mind. Meditation, silence, and nature walks calm the Heart fire and help anchor the shen.
Connect to joy. Laughter, creativity, and meaningful connection nourish Heart qi.
Acupuncture & herbs. Formulas like Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan or treatments targeting the Heart-Bao Mai axis help regulate cycles and ease anxiety.
Sleep well. The Heart houses the shen during sleep—deep rest repairs emotional and hormonal imbalances.
A deeper truth
The Heart reminds us that our cycles, our fertility, and our well-being are not just biological—they’re emotional and spiritual, too. When we tend to our Heart, we reconnect with our sense of purpose, peace, and self-trust.
Heart-Centered Practices for Balance
Rest the mind. Meditation, silence, and nature walks calm the Heart fire and help anchor the shen.
Connect to joy. Laughter, creativity, and meaningful connection nourish Heart qi.
Acupuncture & herbs. Formulas like Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan or treatments targeting the Heart-Bao Mai axis help regulate cycles and ease anxiety.
Sleep well. The Heart houses the shen during sleep—deep rest repairs emotional and hormonal imbalances.
A deeper truth
The Heart reminds us that our cycles, our fertility, and our well-being are not just biological—they’re emotional and spiritual, too. When we tend to our Heart, we reconnect with our sense of purpose, peace, and self-trust.
Heart-Centered Practices for Balance
Rest the mind. Meditation, silence, and nature walks calm the Heart fire and help anchor the shen.
Connect to joy. Laughter, creativity, and meaningful connection nourish Heart qi.
Acupuncture & herbs. Formulas like Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan or treatments targeting the Heart-Bao Mai axis help regulate cycles and ease anxiety.
Sleep well. The Heart houses the shen during sleep—deep rest repairs emotional and hormonal imbalances.
A deeper truth
The Heart reminds us that our cycles, our fertility, and our well-being are not just biological—they’re emotional and spiritual, too. When we tend to our Heart, we reconnect with our sense of purpose, peace, and self-trust.