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Think N-Words | Demystifying Chinese Medicine

orcanitcreations@gmail.com (Daniel Fields) — Sun, 06 Jul 2025 19:43:08 GMT

Think Nice Words | Positive Inward Thinking & Mindset

Welcome to Think Nice Words (Think N-Words)

Here is a wonderful resource for natural healing tips and tricks, self-health guides, insightful interviews with healthcare professionals, and other experts on natural healing.

Dr. Dan Fields, our host, is a true inspiration as he demystifies Chinese medicine and encourages the audience to engage with him on every major social media: @Dr.DanCan .

He truly believes that laughter is the best medicine and that if you can smile, you can heal.

Let's start our journey towards health and wellness today with a smile on our faces! Keep up to date with new episodes by following the podcast on Fountain.fm to support community based podcasting .

Enjoy our episodes below:

We Qi Up Like Zumbi

orcanitcreations@gmail.com (Daniel Fields) — Sun, 06 Jul 2025 19:43:06 GMT

What does it mean to 'Qi Up' like Zumbi?

Legendary Bay Area MC, Stephen "Baba Zumbi" Gaines, was not just a master of the mic, but also a dedicated practitioner of meditation and Taiji Qigong. Tragically, he was taken from our community during his time of greatest need. His passing at Alta Bates Hospital in Berkeley, CA was the pivotal moment that spurred Orcanit Wellness into action, leading to the establishment of the Qi Up Academy, where his spirit lives on eternally.

His departure was a profound loss, but we vow that his legacy will endure, untouched by time.

At the heart of our mission is the concept of "Qi Up," a phrase coined by our dear friend Steve to encapsulate the transformative power of Taiji Qigong in one's life. Through this practice, we harness the pure life force, or Qi, to achieve balance, wholeness, and to foster healing within our community.

Did you know that the realms of music and medicine have long danced hand in hand? Both shamans and artists have wielded the power to shape the energies surrounding us . Steve understood this deeply, and his "Qi Up" philosophy resonates strongly with us as we strive to cultivate well-being and unity.

At Orcanit Wellness, we uphold the "Qi Up Every Day" ethos as a tribute to Baba Zumbi's enduring spirit. We are dedicated to enriching the lives of our patients by sharing natural, empowering tips and tricks, making self-health our collective priority.

If this story moves you, please consider donating to The Free Qi Initiative by clicking here .

The Free Qi Initiative Provides Free Care

orcanitcreations@gmail.com (Daniel Fields) — Sun, 06 Jul 2025 19:43:04 GMT

Why You Should Support With A Donation

Here at Qi Up Academy,

We are thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership that is set to redefine the landscape of health and healing in the Oakland Bay Area. We have joined forces with the esteemed Wudang West Cultural Heritage Center , a beloved 501(c)(3) non-profit Daoist wellness ministry , to introduce the groundbreaking Free Qi Initiative!

Imagine a world where health and well-being flow freely to all.

This is the vision that drives our collaboration with Wudang West. With their unwavering support as our fiscal sponsor, we are embarking on a mission to create a vibrant community of free health and wellness services for those who need it most.

The Free Qi Initiative is not just a program— it's a movement.

It's about breaking down barriers and opening doors to the transformative power of Qi, the life force that flows through all living beings. Through a blend of ancient Daoist wisdom and modern natural medicine practices , we are on a quest to unlock the boundless potential within each person who crosses our path.

But we can't do it alone.

We are calling upon you , our cherished community, to join us in this noble endeavor . Your support can help us expand our facilities, reach more individuals in need, and provide a wider array of free services.

Every donation, no matter how big or small, makes a tangible difference in the lives of those seeking healing and renewal.

By contributing to the Free Qi Initiative, you become a vital part of a movement that is bringing health, vitality, and hope to our community. Together, we can create a ripple effect of wellness that reverberates far and wide.

Here's how you can help:

1. Spread the Word: Share our mission with your friends, family, and colleagues. Let them know about the Free Qi Initiative and the positive impact it's making in our community.

2. Donate: Your generous contributions directly support the expansion of our facilities and the provision of free health services. Visit our donation page here to make a difference today.

3. Get Involved: Are you passionate about health and wellness?

Consider volunteering with us!

We welcome individuals with a variety of skills and backgrounds to join our team.

Together, let's harness the power of Free Qi to uplift and empower those around us .

Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey toward a healthier, happier community.

In gratitude and harmony,

Qi Up Academy

My Locks & The Meaning of Time

Sun, 13 May 2018 16:23:00 GMT

At twenty years old, I was determined to figure out my mission, develop a plan, and begin a journey of service. I decided to twist my hair into locks and declared that I would have a path to follow without reservation when my hair draped my shoulders and chest. It took eight years to reach that point, and I am satisfied to say that, in that time, I developed a passion for classical Chinese medicine, Qigong, Taijiquan, Tuina massage, joined Wudang West, and challenged myself to study acupuncture Chinese medicine at three different schools, in three different cities, between two states. My locks were a physical representation of time, and when the day came to cut them, I was content with my decisions in the time it took to get there.

Time becomes insurmountable when a person believes in its theories and lives by its laws. When it no longer leads life and momentary decisions take the reins, time is a figment of the imagination. What happens to time during an honest, unbridled laugh? When does time resume after the loss of a close loved one? When we consciously harmonize ourselves with the seasons and the waning of night and day, our experiences are given a different significance for that duration. And as a self-care practice, we continue because we can continue. We practice Qigong so we may practice Qigong. Using “time” is stressful and counter-productive to cultivating the personal skills necessary to become a truly impactful healer.

I internalized my vow without considering time. I only knew how to follow my instincts and trust my decisions. So, for the sake of time, I will be brief and repose with the words of the Apostle Thomas: If you bring forth what is within you, what you bring forth will save you. If you bring forth what is not from within you, what you bring forth will destroy you . In my journey of self-discovery, time is no longer a factor, and I encourage you to do the same: live in the moment, not by tracking time.

Dolphins & Cetaceans | Holographic Projections

Sun, 13 May 2018 02:58:00 GMT

Imagine sitting at a restaurant ordering food. What if you could communicate by projecting a holographic image of the meal you wanted to the waiter and them completely understanding and delivering? Dolphins and cetaceans (killer whales) can do this. Because cetaceans and dolphins have special anatomy for sound creation and reception in their brains, scientist are beginning to hypothesize these creatures capable of sonar holographic imaging of their ideas to each other.

Michigan State University (MSU) believes “a dolphin wishing to convey the image of a fish to another dolphin can literally send the image of a fish to the other animal.” MSU did research comparing cetaceans and primates brains resulting in this surprising discovery. Cetaceans and dolphins communicate and sense the world with sound. We humans have to primarily see the world to sense it and use sound to communicate out ideas. Think about lightening and thunder, it’s easy to miss the flash from a bolt of lightening and hard to miss the thunder. Dolphins and cetaceans receive 20 times more information with hearing than the average person because of their advanced cerebral cortex and their pimped-out Broca’s & Wernicke’s areas of the brain.

Imagine what life could be if our thoughts were projectable (I could have said that straight to your mind and avoided writing this entirely if it were so), what would 3D printing look like? iPhones? Engineering? Painting? Sports? Politics? The sky would be no limit to our creativity and could change the tide of human evolution.

I hope these discoveries go mainstream and change the face of animal rights and ecological preservations to prevent the destruction of these mysteriously intelligent beings homes.

The Wudang Mountain of Oakland, Ca | WDWCHC

Tue, 29 Mar 2016 21:35:00 GMT

Photo By Alonzo Young

Everyone has taken their seats for the Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences new acupuncture student orientation 2014 in Oakland, Ca. A tall 6′ 4″ man stoically walks into the room with long black hair neatly pulled back accompanied by a woman with a massive mane of dark brown curls reaching past her hips. He takes a seat with the administration in front of us, their perspective students, and she sits silently off to the side. The program begins and each administrator stood and presented their information about the school in turn and the tall man sitting in the middle of the presenters stood, introduced himself as David Wei and presented the “Ba Gua” or “The Eight Directions” of basic movement. He explained how Qigong is beneficial for long-term wellness. It was very impressive, I only knew of ‘Ba Gua’ to be a martial arts style from China, I didn’t realize it was also cardinal spinal directions — forward, backward, bend left, bend right, compress, expand, twist left, twist right. Little did I know that this day marked the beginning of a beautiful relationship with David Wei 魏资容, Wei Zi Rong, “Wayfarer of Vast Capacity” , Najia Kaddoura, and the Wudang West Cultural Heritage Center .

David was my Tai Chi instructor for the following term at ACCHS. I soon joined his 7:30am morning Qigong gathering that happens six days a week (which I still regularly attend). Because I practice Qigong daily, I have found my massage practice has flourished. I focus on the use of Tuina Chinese Medical Massage with Eastern and Western bodywork styles from the National Holistic Institute 900-hour Core curriculum. David has a through understanding of what I call “Master-Key Movements” that Tuina offers and successfully integrates Qigong from morning class to the massage table. He has shared with us this skill as a community via a four section workshop held February 2016 and in morning class we do partnered exercises that utilize the five basic tools of Tuina: brush, grab, press, rub, pat or tui, na, an, mo, pai.

Wudang West Cultural Heritage Center is not a place for learning Chinese fighting techniques, it is a place to find a wellness community that believes that the Chinese way of health integration into cultural lifestyle is capable of combating many of the illnesses that occur more often in the standard American life we are accustom to. Appropriate movement and nutrition based on personal constitution, the seasons, and the environment leads to a smoother road in life. Not pushing back and going with resistance in order to maintain integrity, sincerity, and humility provides space to make decisions in life rather than just reactions so that when we reflect on our experiences, we know we chose rather than reacted. we may not agree with the outcomes but at least there was a choice in the matter overall. Orcanit borrows many of these principles found in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Wudang West philosophy to improve personal quality of life and build lasting relationships with like minded people every morning.

I encourage anyone seeking a rewarding personal practice to checkout Wudang West: Mornings, 7:30am, at 2121 Harrison St. Oakland Ca, 94612 EXCEPT Sunday. Look for the group of people standing in a circle and feel free to join in!!

An Unexpected Treatment | GrandMaster Zhou Ting-Jue

Sat, 30 May 2015 06:52:00 GMT

It was a cold day. I woke up with lower back pain and did not want to leave my bed, but I did for my mother's sake. The date was May 18, 2013, and we were headed to San Francisco, where the 15th Annual Conference of Qigong & TCM was being held. I found the tickets on sale and thought, why not? I did not have much experience with Qigong philosophy other than the basics with my uncle, who chose not to come along.

As we sat in the lectures and participated in the exercises, a small man entered the room with an interpreter who did not have much to say since he used few words. His name is Master Zhou Ting-Jue and is considered the “Jewel of China.” He opened a pack of foil, poured a glass of the communal water we had all partaken from, and opened a pack of paper towels.

He then asked for six people to join him on stage so he could begin his demonstration. Naturally, I walked up and sat down next to five other people, and he began his treatment.

After folding the foil, wrapping it in a paper towel, and dipping it into the glass of water, he was ready to begin. He then placed the tool on each of our legs, and it became VERY hot within moments. All he would do was wave his hand over his contraption.

He then paused when he got to my back and pushed me over! He placed the flat paper towel and foil on my back, and lo and behold, my back felt great after he emitted his Qi into me. I was astounded. I was distracted. I was healed. He moved on after a few moments, but the feeling did not leave me.

When I stood, I felt light and more alert. This sensation stayed with me for over a week and inspired me to train harder and learn as much as I could about Traditional Chinese Medicine and its application with Qigong therapy.

Thank you, Master Zhou, for your unexpected treatment!

If you want to see evidence of this treatment, check out his documentary and see a young Dr. Dan sharing his experience