This Thanksgiving, give your Qi some love! In this festive episode, Dr. Justin Flinner from My Metro Medicine shows you how to stay balanced, energized, and grateful—even after a big feast of turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie. Learn how gratitude influences your energy, discover gentle Tai Chi and Qigong movements to support digestion, and pick up simple acupressure tips to keep your Qi flowing smoothly.

Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or just curious about mind-body wellness, this episode will help you enjoy the holiday indulgence while nurturing your body, mind, and spirit. Stretch, breathe, and gobble your Qi!

Topics Covered:

• Thanksgiving and Qi: How gratitude supports your energy

• Tai Chi & Qigong mini-practice for post-feast balance

• Acupressure tips to aid digestion

• Mindful eating and reflection practices

• Fun, lighthearted ways to connect your holiday feast to wellness

Perfect for: Anyone looking to stay centered, energized, and thankful this holiday season!

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Dr. Justin Flinner (Dr. J) is an #Acupuncturist, U.S. National Champion in Chinese Martial Arts, Faculty Member at the Virginia University of Integrative Medicine, public speaker, and the owner of My Metro Medicine; an award-winning #Acupuncture and #TaiChi clinic in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

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In this first episode of Season 3, Dr. J explores the timeless wisdom of the Five Elements — Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water — and how they can be integrated with the Eight Principles to enhance both personal wellness and clinical practice.

Learn how these elemental forces shape your body, emotions, and relationships, and discover how ancient theory meets modern application.

This episode also introduces Dr. Flinner’s upcoming Five Element Workshop (8 NCCAOM PDAs, AOM-AC) — a two-part virtual event where practitioners and students alike can deepen their understanding and bring Five Element wisdom to life in the clinic.

🔗 Learn more or register at MyMetroMedicine.com/workshops

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Dr. Justin Flinner (Dr. J) is an #Acupuncturist, U.S. National Champion in Chinese Martial Arts, Faculty Member at the Virginia University of Integrative Medicine, public speaker, and the owner of My Metro Medicine; an award-winning #Acupuncture and #TaiChi clinic in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Be sure to check out the My Metro Medicine pages on Facebook and Instagram for more information and to make an appointment with us.

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClXSDXcktV5J93vxoLDAlag

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/MyMetroMedicine/⁠

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Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/mymetromedicine⁠

Website: ⁠www.mymetromedicine.com⁠

Email: ⁠jflinner@mymetromedicine.com

In this episode of the My Metro Medicine podcast, we dive into three fascinating and timely topics chosen and researched by student acupuncturists:

1. Addressing menopause and erectile dysfunction through acupuncture
2. Navigating the pros and cons of self-pay versus accepting insurance in a modern practice
3. Inspiring success stories that show just how powerful acupuncture can be.

Join Dr. Justin Flinner, your host and professor to these aspiring acupuncturists at the Virginia University of Integrative Medicine (VUIM) , as they share insights on holistic healing, modern business challenges, and real-life transformations that are shaping the future of acupuncture. Whether you’re a practitioner or simply curious about alternative medicine, this episode is packed with valuable lessons you won’t want to miss!

(Resources used in this episode include: “The Efficacy of Acupuncture on Patients with Erectile Dysfunction: A Review”)

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