This class will be an introduction to philosophies that have been used for thousands of years by practitioners of traditional medicine from different parts of the world. We will focus on learning the basic principles on Taoism and Buddhism and the branches of those theories that include Fengshui, Five Element Theory and Qi Gong. Then, we will learn about Ayurvedic philosophy and discuss some of the similarities and differences between these systems. Finally, we will learn simple ways we can create more balance in our bodies and in our own environment by applying the strategies taught in these systems.