Insights from Master Teacher Webinar

Dec 11, 2024

Master Teacher Webinar at Pacific College of Health and Science

Introduction

  • Presenter: Cynthia Nypris, Director of Continuing Education, Pacific College, NY
  • Acknowledgments to the Pacific College team:
    • Jack Miller (President)
    • Marketing team: Natalie, Miles K.
    • eLearning: Miles Exner

Upcoming Webinars

  • Yang Sheng, Nourishing Life Solutions for Immune Health
    • Date: Tuesday, April 28th
    • Presenter: Deirdre Courtney from Ireland
  • John Chen's Series on COVID-19
    • Date: April 30th
    • Co-hosted with Lhasa OMS

Chinese Medicine Understanding

  • Organs (e.g., liver, kidney) in Chinese medicine represent whole systems, not just the physical organ.

Speaker: Lillian Pearl Bridges

  • Leading authority on face reading and facial diagnosis
  • Founder of the Lotus Institute
  • Author of "Face Reading in Chinese Medicine" and "Divine Chinese Cuisine"
  • Featured on Dr. Oz show and various publications

Face Reading and Immune System

  • Focus on the immune system and Yangsheng principles.
  • Importance of self-care during crisis times.
  • Stress on the need for practitioners to help patients understand immune function using facial diagnosis.

Key Concepts in Face Reading

  • Macrocosmic Facial Diagnosis: Focus on larger organ system markings on the face.
  • Yangsheng Markers:
    • Bridge of the nose (Food related)
    • Philtrum (Breath related)
    • Top of the chin (Preserving Jing and Qi)

Key Areas and Their Meanings

  1. Bridge of the Nose:

    • Indicates changes in diet required around age 40.
    • Importance of enjoying food for energy transformation.
    • Color indicators:
      • Dark: High blood sugar
      • White: Low blood sugar
      • Yellow: Pancreatic issues

  2. Philtrum:

    • Change at age 50, transition from fertility to creativity.
    • Significance of breathing deeply for lung health and creativity.
    • Relationship with emotional freedom and expression.

  3. Chin:

    • Around age 60, indicates need for balance in lifestyle.
    • Preservation of Jing and Qi.
    • Emphasis on not over-exerting to avoid depletion.

General Face Reading Insights

  • Line and Color Variations:
    • Lines indicate expressions or organ function.
    • Colors reflect different element imbalances.

Application of Teachings

  • Encourage practices that align with one's "Ming" (life path).
  • Balance between individual and interconnected wellbeing.

Conclusion

  • Emphasis on Self-Care:
    • Learning from crisis, practicing Yangsheng, teaching self-care.
    • Creativity and independence are crucial to health.

Final Notes

  • Queries about specific markings and details are best addressed through detailed study/certification with Lillian Bridges.
  • Encourage reading of Lillian's works and participation in upcoming events for more learning opportunities.