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EPISODE · Jul 5, 2025 · 38 MIN

The Self Massage Technique That Changed This Doctor's Life

from The Green Living Now Podcast

What if the secret to lasting energy, emotional balance, and self-healing wasn’t yoga or acupuncture—but something older, simpler, and done entirely by you?In this unique experiential episode of the Green Living Now Podcast, green living mentor Amy Todisco interviews Dr. Greg Yuen—retired psychiatrist, Tai Chi master, and Do-Inself-massage expert—about an ancient, often-overlooked healing art that cultivates Qi (vital life force) through mindfulself-touch.You’ll discover:✅ What Do-In is—and why Dr. Yuen believes itsurpasses yoga, Tai Chi, and acupuncture for cultivating internalenergy✅ A live demonstration of Do-Intechniques you can try right away✅ How mindful self-massagecan help reduce anxiety, enhance circulation,and activate your body's healing power✅ Why emotional trauma,energy stagnation, and modern stress require ancient solutions✅How to access Dr. Yuen’s full Do-In workshop anddeepen your healing practiceWhether you're a wellness seeker, practitioner, or just curiousabout self-healing, this episode opens the door to a practice that’s accessible, effective, and profoundly rejuvenating.00:00 Introduction to Dr. Greg Yuen 00:13 The Journey to Longevity and Immortality 00:50 Introduction to Do-In Mindful Massage 01:02 Medical Background and Tai Chi Experience 03:04 Macrobiotics and Do-In 04:09 Phases of Qi Cultivation 06:02 Benefits and Results of Do-In 09:23 Demonstration of Do-InTechniques 18:56 Key Points and Benefits of Acupressure 19:14 Understanding the Arm's Anatomy 19:44 Critique of Traditional Acupuncture 20:18 Do-In Mindful Self-Massage vs. Acupuncture21:22 Managing Anxiety with Do-In 22:58 Practical Demonstration: Elbow and Arm Techniques 23:59 Upper Arm and Shoulder Techniques27:17 Promoting Do-In Workshops and Resources 29:53 The Philosophy and Benefits of Do-In 34:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Who is Dr. Yuen?When he was twelve years old and his grandmother died, Dr. Greg Yuen was thrown into his first confrontation with the prospect of death.  To deal with his fear of death, he launched onto a pursuit for longevity, a quest for the fountain of youth, a search for immortality.  He became a physician, specialized in psychiatry, became a licensed massage therapist, and became a Tai Chi instructor.  Now after over 40 years of experience, spanning Western and Eastern approaches to health, he has concluded that Do-in Mindful Self-Massage is more fundamental than Tai Chi,Qigong, or yoga, in its ability to cultivate qi, the vital force in the body. This practice can perform wonders to reduce stress, promote self-healing, control pain, enhance athletic performance, provide general health maintenance and lead to a longer and happier life.Link to flyer for July 12 Do-in Workshop: Tell him Amy sent you.https://docs.google.com/document/d/12ISOskPQbhT1vzCiQB21YCjS5Ejzy-cy/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115999886004146583718&rtpof=true&sd=trueRESOURCES & FREE GIFTSStart living cleaner today with these free resources:👉 Your 5-Steps to Ditch Everyday Toxins Without the OverwhelmSimple shifts to detox your home, food & lifestylehttps://8c02-amy.systeme.io/2ee1189e👉 How Toxic Is Your Pantry? QuizFind hidden toxins in your everyday food—and what to swaphttps://greenlivingnow.kit.com/04acf3b349 WORK WITH AMYExplore my online courses & coaching:https://www.greenlivingnow.comBook a free 20-minute Green Living Strategy Call:https://tidycal.com/m4lzp73/free-20-minute-unlock-your-toxin-free-life-strategy-callCONNECT WITH MEInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/amytodisco/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amytodisco/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.d.todisco Website: https://www.greenlivingnow.com

What if the secret to lasting energy, emotional balance, and self-healing wasn’t yoga or acupuncture—but something older, simpler, and done entirely by you?In this unique experiential episode of the Green Living Now Podcast, green living mentor Amy Todisco interviews Dr. Greg Yuen—retired psychiatrist, Tai Chi master, and Do-Inself-massage expert—about an ancient, often-overlooked healing art that cultivates Qi (vital life force) through mindfulself-touch.You’ll discover:✅ What Do-In is—and why Dr. Yuen believes itsurpasses yoga, Tai Chi, and acupuncture for cultivating internalenergy✅ A live demonstration of Do-Intechniques you can try right away✅ How mindful self-massagecan help reduce anxiety, enhance circulation,and activate your body's healing power✅ Why emotional trauma,energy stagnation, and modern stress require ancient solutions✅How to access Dr. Yuen’s full Do-In workshop anddeepen your healing practiceWhether you're a wellness seeker, practitioner, or just curiousabout self-healing, this episode opens the door to a practice that’s accessible, effective, and profoundly rejuvenating.00:00 Introduction to Dr. Greg Yuen 00:13 The Journey to Longevity and Immortality 00:50 Introduction to Do-In Mindful Massage 01:02 Medical Background and Tai Chi Experience 03:04 Macrobiotics and Do-In 04:09 Phases of Qi Cultivation 06:02 Benefits and Results of Do-In 09:23 Demonstration of Do-InTechniques 18:56 Key Points and Benefits of Acupressure 19:14 Understanding the Arm's Anatomy 19:44 Critique of Traditional Acupuncture 20:18 Do-In Mindful Self-Massage vs. Acupuncture21:22 Managing Anxiety with Do-In 22:58 Practical Demonstration: Elbow and Arm Techniques 23:59 Upper Arm and Shoulder Techniques27:17 Promoting Do-In Workshops and Resources 29:53 The Philosophy and Benefits of Do-In 34:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Who is Dr. Yuen?When he was twelve years old and his grandmother died, Dr. Greg Yuen was thrown into his first confrontation with the prospect of death.  To deal with his fear of death, he launched onto a pursuit for longevity, a quest for the fountain of youth, a search for immortality.  He became a physician, specialized in psychiatry, became a licensed massage therapist, and became a Tai Chi instructor.  Now after over 40 years of experience, spanning Western and Eastern approaches to health, he has concluded that Do-in Mindful Self-Massage is more fundamental than Tai Chi,Qigong, or yoga, in its ability to cultivate qi, the vital force in the body. This practice can perform wonders to reduce stress, promote self-healing, control pain, enhance athletic performance, provide general health maintenance and lead to a longer and happier life.Link to flyer for July 12 Do-in Workshop: Tell him Amy sent you.https://docs.google.com/document/d/12ISOskPQbhT1vzCiQB21YCjS5Ejzy-cy/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115999886004146583718&rtpof=true&sd=trueRESOURCES & FREE GIFTSStart living cleaner today with these free resources:👉 Your 5-Steps to Ditch Everyday Toxins Without the OverwhelmSimple shifts to detox your home, food & lifestylehttps://8c02-amy.systeme.io/2ee1189e👉 How Toxic Is Your Pantry? QuizFind hidden toxins in your everyday food—and what to swaphttps://greenlivingnow.kit.com/04acf3b349 WORK WITH AMYExplore my online courses & coaching:https://www.greenlivingnow.comBook a free 20-minute Green Living Strategy Call:https://tidycal.com/m4lzp73/free-20-minute-unlock-your-toxin-free-life-strategy-callCONNECT WITH MEInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/amytodisco/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amytodisco/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.d.todisco Website: https://www.greenlivingnow.com

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