The Bright Side Family Acupuncture

12/12/2025

🌞 Feeling the Heat?
Here’s How to Stay Cool This Summer Chinese Medicine Style
Summer warmth can be lovely… until it pushes into restlessness, disrupted sleep, digestive discomfort or that “I’m overheating” feeling by mid-afternoon. In Chinese medicine, excess heat affects the Heart, digestion and fluids, which is why the foods and habits we choose can make such a difference.
I’ve put together a simple guide with practical tips, cooling food ideas, and an easy-to-use table of thermal food natures you can start using straight away.

To keep your body steady and comfortable:
Choose neutral and gently cooling foods more often
Take it easy on the very hot and spicy options
You can read the full blog here:
👉 https://thebrightsideacupuncture.com.au/how-to-keep-cool-this-summer/
And if you’re really curious, I’ve created a comprehensive brochure for patients that I can discuss with you during consultations. Just ask for your copy when you come into the clinic.

During the Christmas holidays, the clinic will be open:

🗓 December
• Mon 22 Dec
• Tue 23 Dec (afternoon)
• Mon 29 Dec

🗓 January
• Fri 2 Jan
• Sat 3 Jan
For bookings, please jump online: www.thebrightsideacupuncture.com.au/book

Summer in Brisbane brings sunshine, socialising… and a fair bit of heat and humidity. With the Fire element being naturally strong, this season is all about

05/12/2025

Why pain feels worse when you’re stressed (especially right now)
This time of year can feel like a joyful whirlwind: end-of-year deadlines, school events, family planning, gift lists… and suddenly your neck, jaw or lower back is kicking up again.
When we’re in the pre-Christmas rush, the nervous system spends a lot more time in fight or flight. Muscles tighten, inflammation rises and the brain becomes more alert to discomfort. In Chinese medicine, this is called stagnation: when things get stuck, pain shows up.

What area of your body feels the pre-Christmas stress the most?
Neck? Jaw? Shoulders? Lower back?
A few simple ways to help your body through the silly-season stress:
💨 Take a moment to slow your breathing — longer exhales calm the system
🚶‍♀️ Move gently every day to release tension
🤲 Try massaging the soft spot at your temples (Taiyang point)
📍 Acupuncture can help settle stress and reduce pain flares
If you’re noticing old niggles getting louder right now, you don’t have to just cope with it.

If you're keen for a treatment, hop online to check my schedule. There are a few spots available for next week. https://www.thebrightsideacupuncture.com.au/book

27/11/2025

Two last-minute appointments available today and tomorrow ✨

If you’re starting to feel the Christmas stress creeping in with a busy schedule and a bit of end-of-year fatigue, this is a perfect moment to pause and reset.

I’ve had two spots open up, where you can let your body and mind unwind and calm your nervous system, so that you can feel more like yourself before things get even busier.

If your body’s been holding tension…
If your sleep’s been off…
If you’re juggling a lot and could use a breather…
You’re very welcome to book in.

Send me a message and I’ll pop you into one of the available times or jump online at www.thebrightsideacupuncture.com.au/book

Have a fabulous weekend, everyone!

14/11/2025

Fingers crossed the weather is kind to us this weekend! Our team at the Metabolic Health Hub will be at the Wilston Christmas Market this Sunday, 16 November, from 9am to 1pm, and we’d love to see you there!

Here’s what you’ll find at our stall — and everything is completely free:

🎁 A competition to win a food hamper worth over $200
✨ Ear Seeds for Stress Relief with me (Dr Christin Zeller, Chinese medicine)
🍎 Missile apples for a quick, healthy snack
🛁 Epsom salts from our massage therapist — great for tired muscles
🥦 Nutrition tips and guidance from our nutritionists
🌈 Stickers and tattoos to keep the kids happy

This year we’re also fundraising for Camp Quality, supporting kids facing cancer and giving them the chance to simply be kids again. Every day, two Australian families hear the heartbreaking news that their child has cancer. Camp Quality’s programs bring comfort, connection and most importantly laughter to children aged 0 to 15 who are dealing with their own diagnosis or that of someone they love.
If you’d like to contribute, we'll have a QR code at our stall. Your donation will help us reach our goal and spread some much-needed joy. As Camp Quality says, “Laughter is the best medicine.” Let’s help share a little more of it this Christmas.
Hope to see you on Sunday!

We’ll be there rain, shine, or Brisbane’s classic “bit of both.”

05/09/2025

Hello acupuncture family,

I’m back from my annual holidays and the clinic is open again. I hope you’ve been keeping well while I was away. If you’ve noticed more aches and pains, or if stress and tension have been building, acupuncture can be a gentle way to support your body and mind to feel more balanced again.

If you’d like to book a treatment, you can do so here:

https://thebrightsideacupuncture.com.au/book/

My pictures show the Rheinfall in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, which is really close to where I grew up. At some stage in my life, this truly magnificent waterfall - actually the largest in Europe - was even part of my jogging route. I highly recommend adding it to your itinerary for your next European trip. :)

Warmly,
Christin

25/07/2025

Need a little reset after a big week?
I have two appointments available tomorrow (Saturday) and also on Monday at my clinic in Wilston Village.

Whether you're feeling tight through the neck and shoulders, run down, or simply craving a calm moment to recharge — acupuncture, acupressure/massage, and cupping might be just what you need to feel a little more balanced.

✨ Online schedule available:
www.thebrightsideacupuncture.com.au/book

Wishing you a relaxing weekend,
Christin
The Bright Side Family Acupuncture

18/07/2025

Tight neck? Achy shoulders?

The coolish weather, long hours at the desk or wrangling little ones can all build up tension in the upper body.

If you're feeling sore, tight or just a bit off, acupuncture (with cupping or gentle gua sha) can help ease those knots and get things moving again.

I'm a local acupuncturist in Wilston Village, offering supportive treatments for musculoskeletal pain, stress, sleep, digestion and more.

✨ Appointments available — feel free to message me with any questions or to book online www.thebrightsideacupuncture.com.au/book

Wishing you a relaxing weekend 💛
– Christin, The Bright Side Family Acupuncture

14/07/2025

That was us yesterday at the Taste of Wilston Community Event! 🌿✨

We had such a great time chatting with visitors, applying crystal ear seeds for stress relief, and running our quiz with plenty of fun prizes up for grabs. The weather was perfect, the vibes were high — an annual community event not to miss!

Thanks to everyone who stopped by — we loved being part of it 💛

11/07/2025

Come visit our stall this Sunday, 13 July, at the Taste of Wilston community event, 10am–2pm in Wilston Village (near Alcove Cafe and Wilston Village Bar).

We’ll be offering free crystal ear seeds for stress relief, plus fun little giveaways for kids — including temporary tattoos, stickers, and colouring sheets 🎨✨

Whether you're curious about acupuncture, acupressure/massage or Chinese medicine for yourself or your family (including children), I’d love to answer any questions you might have. Come say hi and have chat!

Christin

30/06/2025

Fine acupuncture needles were discovered in a 2,000-year-old Chinese tomb, offering remarkable evidence of the long-standing history of Chinese medicine. It’s a fascinating glimpse into how acupuncture has been used for millennia to support health and wellbeing.

https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202506/1337002.shtml?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwLOr2NleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHulAhh20Ezaqnh548uixOF7phIjklXWGIJiybzwf36NVJrhpuUDdwUC8bDJN_aem_bKiuUKwbrPWTKIVsruBJ6A

Needle-like artifacts unearthed from the famed tomb of the Marquis of Haihun in East China's Jiangxi Province have been confirmed to be the world's earliest known steel acupuncture needles, marking a pivotal moment in the history of traditional Chinese medicine, according to a document from the prov...

28/03/2025

Ever feel like your body is holding onto tension, your mind won’t slow down, or you’re just running on empty? Acupuncture is a gentle yet powerful way to bring your body back into balance—whether you're dealing with muscle pain, stress, sleep issues, or low energy.

Think of it as a reset button for your nervous system—helping you feel lighter, calmer, and more in tune with yourself. 💆‍♀️✨

Message me to book or ask any questions.

Dr Christin Zeller (Chinese medicine)
BHSc. Acupuncture

www.thebrightsideacupuncture.com.au/book

20/03/2025

🌿 Reminder: Our ADHD Talk is Tomorrow! 🌿

Just a reminder that our Navigating ADHD: Strategies for Focus and Balance talk is happening tomorrow! My colleague, clinical nutritionist Susie Allen, and I will be sharing practical insights on supporting ADHD naturally through nutrition, Chinese medicine, and acupressure/massage. It’s a great opportunity for adults and parents of children with ADHD to learn valuable tools in a supportive setting.

📅 When: Sat, 22 March 2025, 2-3pm
📍 Where: Metabolic Health Hub
🎟 Tickets: $10

If you haven’t secured your spot yet, there’s still time as we have 5 more spots!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/navigating-adhd-strategies-for-focus-balance-tickets-1244223799879?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

✨ Looking after your health ✨

If you or a family member are dealing with musculoskeletal issues, general health concerns, or mental and emotional stress, I’m here to help. Acupuncture and Chinese medicine offer gentle, holistic support for a wide range of conditions. Feel free to reach out to book an appointment—I’d love to support you on your health journey.

See you at the talk or in the clinic soon! 😊

Learn practical tips and tools to improve focus and find balance while navigating the challenges of ADHD in your daily life.