Dr. Laura Chan

02/06/2026

Today, I made a treatment plan for one of my male patients with an arrhythmia and neuropathy.... we did acupuncture, and then I suggested some nutrients for circulation and neuropathy. And then I gave him a copy of Wild Geese by Mary Oliver. He paused and read it... "Why Poetry?" He asked. "Because it opens the heart." I said. My acupuncture mentor would read me poetry when my life was out of rhythm.
"I could use some heart opening." He acknowledged.
"You're not alone" I reassured him. And then we talked about how men have been taught to be so stoic...to separate their hearts and their power... To not feel.
And that's why I recommend poetry. To open the heart. To feel.
It's a start...
Stay tuned for my "Qi Gong for Healthy Masculinity" Class...To reconnect the heart and power centers of the body. It's in the works. Poetry is not part of the class, but always encouraged nonetheless 😉

02/06/2026

When you patient says "thank you" by taking an interest in your financial literacy. If you can't find me for a while it's because I'm reading, lol.
I'm often reminded that our relationship to money plays directly into out health. However, we don't always take steps to address it as a direct player in our wellness. Like many people, I have plenty of room for growth in this area. What about you? How have finances played into your health and wellness, for better or worse?

01/28/2026

01/21/2026

Zoom in for a good read. This poem was read at the close of a yoga class I attended recently.
How does it land for you?

01/20/2026

An old favorite. Always worth a re-read

01/13/2026

Please check out my new blog post!

Qi Gong saved—and profoundly transformed—the quality and direction of my life. Often described as the grandparent of the martial arts, Qi Gong is an ancient practice originating in China that combines breath, gentle movement, and focused intention. Quite literally, the term Qi Gong translates to

12/05/2025

Check out my recent article on Men's health! Also, stay tuned for my Men's Qi Gong class.... should be out within a couple months!

Naturopathic Doctor News & Review

Dr. Laura Chan, ND, L.Ac. While male fertility is usually framed around s***m quality and lifestyle, emotional suppression and energetic… The Fertility Factor No One Talks About: Men’s Energetic Health

11/25/2025

A friend of mine is starting a Men's Circle in the Nashua area. Here is a write up about his intentions. If you are interested in joining or learning more, please message me and I can connect you!

"Ten years ago, I was in a form of hiding. I was both insecure and arrogant. I wasn't taught emotional literacy. I was living subconsciously in fear. And, I was a workaholic.

In mens circles over the past decade, I have found support to...
leave a job that wasn't serving me
to improve how I communicate with my wife
to deepen the sincerity I bring to my kids
to set boundaries in relationships and ask for what I want
to heal childhood traumas
to overcome fears that kept me from pursuing my passion
to mourn the death of a close friend
to cry and to open my heart
to lead and support others on their journeys.

And...I continue to need support and help. We are all equipped to provide that support for each other, irrespective of our experience. Listening can be enough.

A circle in its simplest form is a group of trustworthy friends. Where judgement is suspended and space is held. Where in your own time you have the support to share your sacred stories. To navigate the challenges that you face and the burdens that you carry. Where you learn as much or more from witnessing others' work.

The format is usually quite simple. Four rounds of sharing over about two hours. We leverage processes and long-tested tools to explore the issues we are facing. I envision meeting on Sunday evenings once or twice a month in a location that is convenient to the group in the Nashua / Merrimack / Amherst area. I am busy as I expect you are, so we will keep the time commitment manageable.

If you relate to art, these two pieces speak to me about the intention of the work:
In a poem: The Invitation by Oriah Mountain Dreamer
In a song: Mercy Now

ManKind Project offers a good description of what a circle is (scroll to the bottom of their page: https://mkpusa.org/mens-group/). I plan to draw from some of their resources in our work, but also won't be limited by them.

I hope you'll make the choice to lean in."

11/20/2025

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11/19/2025

Healing isn’t about fixing yourself.

It’s about remembering who you are underneath the patterns that once kept you safe.

It’s honest.
It’s uncomfortable.

And sometimes, it asks you to make changes you never saw coming.

✨ I wrote about this kind of deep healing that I’ve experienced, and how it can transform not only your inner world, but your relationships too. This article explains how and why I started exploring womb-centered (reproductive energy-centered) healing practices in addition to my Qi Gong work

Read my latest article 👇
Your Childhood Anger Is Destroying Your Adult Relationships (And Healing It Might End Them)

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/laura-s-chan-62173a55_healing-isnt-about-fixing-yourself-it-activity-7396174021693956096-vi8V?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAutXfkBxjn08tRW1uTuLBGd1duzVpZJysE