Causes of Disharmony

Because the dynamics of yin and yang are always shifting and changing in the world around us, we must continuously respond to these changes in order to maintain the harmony of yin and yang in our lives and so maintain our health and well-being.

If we can perceive the dynamics of yin and yang clearly and can formulate a response that is appropriate to the conditions of the moment and one that maximizes the wise use of our Qi, then we can better maintain our health and optimize our well-being.

If we do not make an appropriate response to change, either because we are not paying attention or because we lack the wisdom and skill to formulate an appropriate response, or simply because we lack the Qi to respond with, then the harmony of yin and yang in our life may tilt into a pattern of disharmony and subsequently into disease and suffering, and possible disintegration.