Breathe in Joy

16/04/2026

Foot and joint pain often speak a deeper language in the body.

In Chinese medicine, discomfort along the outer leg and foot can reflect the pathways of the Gallbladder and Liver meridians, which help us move forward with clarity and direction; inner leg tension often relates to the Spleen meridian, supporting stability, nourishment, and grounding.

When these channels become tight or blocked, our body may respond with stiffness, aching, or that familiar sense of being “stuck” in a joint. Sounds familiar? 🙈❤️

Acupuncture works on these pathways to open again, restoring circulation, ease, and natural movement.

The right side of the body especially can reflect how we act, decide, and step into the world and supporting it is not only physical work, but emotional and energetic alignment too.

It is quiet, precise work.

With Love

Alex

15/02/2026

Pain is not just a symptom.
In acupuncture it is an important M E S S A G E.

When Qi and Blood flow freely there is ease.
When they are blocked there is pain.

But the important question isn’t only where it hurts…
It’s H O W it hurts.

• Moving pain indicates Wind
• Heavy pain indicates Damp
• Fixed, deep pain indicates Cold
• Hot, inflamed pain indicates Heat

Two people can point to the same shoulder
and need completely different treatment.

Acupuncture doesn’t chase pain.
It restores movement inside the body and the pain no longer needs to stay.

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28/01/2026

Hayling Island Residents!

Alex here - your local acupuncturist and yoga instructor 👋
A bit of announcement in collaboration of HICC.
Every Wednesday at 11 am we practise gentle yoga and movement for a healthy, happy spine, because, who doesn’t want to live in a body that feels free from pain?
We all know, that movement is essential as our body and spine love to move. These sessions are for everyone, so don’t wait until pain becomes overwhelming. Come to prevent issues, build strength, and take good care of your body.
I am sharing simple, though powerful alignment tips and showing you how to use props so you can continue practicing at home in your own time.

See you soon on the mat 🧘‍♀️

Booking – PM me or drop an email to contact@breatheinjoy.com

13/01/2026

Quick peek into Hayling Island Acu Clinic, where I feel truly blessed to witness health improvements.
Busy day dealing with tinnitus, knee problems, back issues, food allergies, and hormonal imbalances… Needles really can help! Acupuncture works by stimulating specific points on the body to balance energy called Qi to improve circulation, get rid of blockages and solve the root of issues. These, Little Friends, support the body’s natural healing processes
• For tinnitus, it can calm the nervous system and improve blood flow to the ears.
• For knee and back problems, it reduces inflammation, relaxes tight muscles, and supports joint function.
• For food allergies, it helps regulate the immune system and reduce inflammatory responses.
• For hormonal imbalances, it can support endocrine function and bring the body back into balance.
So it not just about symptom relief. It is about supporting the whole body and mind to restore its harmony.
I’m so grateful to be following my heart fully, something I’ve dreamed of for so many years. I love my job. ❤️
Amen. 🙏

06/01/2026

HEALTHY SPINE YOGA - MOVE,STRETCH AND FEEL YOUR BEST!

This class is designed for anyone who wants to keep their spine strong, flexible, and healthy. Through gentle, mindful yoga movements, we focus on improving mobility, releasing tension, and supporting overall posture.

Whether you’re looking to prevent stiffness, relieve back discomfort, or simply move with ease and confidence, this class offers a safe and welcoming space to nurture your body. Each session encourages strength, balance, and relaxation, leaving you feeling energized, aligned, and happy.

Classes are run by Alex Lange - local Acupuncturist and Yoga Teacher who combine knowledge of body movement with Chinese Medicine.

All levels are welcome – come as you are and together we take care of your spine, your body, and your wellbeing.

Cost: £10 per session, block passes available.

05/01/2026

Come as you ARE 🤩🙌❤️- your first visit at the acupuncture clinic 💪

29/12/2025

In Chinese medicine, emotional pain is never separate from the body.
*Grief, fear, and prolonged stress move through the Qi, the Blood, and our nervous system.
*Grief touches mostly the Lungs which if an Official associated with Metal Element.
The breath shortens, the chest tightens, the body struggles to let go.
*Stress constrains Liver Qi and tension settles in the neck, shoulders, jaw, and emotions feel stuck or overwhelming. We always need to observe somatic symptoms like breath and movement as our genius body shows more than the words:)

Long-term fear and uncertainty weaken our beautiful, small though powerful Kidneys. What we can observe then is our sleep becomes light, the nervous system stays alert, the body forgets how to rest.
Imagine now the life situation continues… The spirit called Shen becomes unsettled.
The mind races, the heart feels heavy, and calm feels out of reach…But from the perspective of acupuncture, these are not weaknesses. They are signals we need to look for and work wisely with. Signals that the nervous system needs regulation,
that the body needs support, that healing must happen gently, never by force. NEVER.
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Acupuncture works with the body’s own intelligence:
to soften the breath, move stagnant Qi, calm the nerves, and anchor the spirit back into safety.
Healing does not mean “getting over” grief.
It means allowing it to move without overwhelming the body.
If you are moving through grief, separation, or prolonged stress and feel it in your body, acupuncture can help support your nervous system during this time.
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Sessions available in 📍 Abingdon and 📍 Hayling Island. Please DM to book or ask questions. It will be pleasure to guide you and your body through acupuncture.

with Love, Alex

13/11/2025

10/11/2025

Shoulder pain - Melt Tension and Release the Weight You Carry 🌿

In Chinese Medicine, shoulder pain is rarely just physical. The shoulders are where we carry our burdens, responsibility, pressure, and unspoken emotions. When life feels heavy, the Qi (vital energy) around this area can become tight and stagnant, showing up as stiffness, tension, or pain.

Great Acupuncture Points for Release ✨

* GB21 (Jianjing) — The “Letting Go” point. Found at the top of the shoulder, it helps melt physical and emotional tension, releases neck and shoulder tightness, and encourages deeper breathing and calm.

* SI11 (Tianzong) — The “Heavenly Gathering.” This point sits in the heart of the shoulder blade, where stress and suppressed emotions often lodge. It opens the chest, soothes the Heart, and helps you exhale what no longer serves you.

*SI12 & SI13 — Work gently along the upper back and shoulder to free trapped energy, improve circulation, and restore natural movement between body and mind.

Together, these points create space for your shoulders to soften, your breath to deepen, and your spirit to feel lighter again 🙏🏻❤️

Acupuncture doesn’t just treat pain. It invites harmony back into places that have been holding too much for too long. 🌸

07/11/2025

In Chinese Medicine, illness is not a random event but a message from the body and spirit. It arises when the natural flow of Qi our vital life energy, becomes blocked or imbalanced through stress, emotional tension, or disconnection from our authentic rhythm. Each symptom carries wisdom, showing where harmony has been lost. Healing, then, is not just about removing pain but restoring flow between body and mind, effort and rest, giving and receiving. When energy moves freely, we return to balance, vitality, and peace within. 🌿✨

06/11/2025

As the seasons shift, your body needs a little extra care to stay balanced and strong. In Five Element Acupuncture, immunity begins with harmony, with nurturing your breath, digestion, and energy so your natural defences can flow freely.
By supporting the Lung, Spleen, and Kidney systems, acupuncture helps you feel grounded, resilient, and connected to your body’s own wisdom.

See you at the Acu Clinic 🫶

Alex