Red states, blue states?  How's your mental and physical state?  The prospect of the U.S. Election season, on what’s already turned out to be a year that won’t end, is one that’s loomed large over many of us for months, and now, the final stretch has arrived. 

Regardless of party affiliation, the stress, noise, and prospect of the turnout on election night (or the protracted fighting that could follow) could make for a long introduction to winter. 

Calm. Relax. Rest. Naturally.

To support emotional balance, relaxation, and restful nights, we’re outlining below some solutions to help bring what’s been needed most throughout #2020, but most certainly the days and weeks surrounding the presidential election: balance. 

Your balance. 

Balance is a key tenet in Chinese herbal medicine, and this theme, from the perspective of the year we’ve experienced (and some of the TV commercials from the candidates we’ve seen) could serve all of us well.  It’s been challenging, but in the weeks since Labor Day, I’ve tried to more consciously practice balancing myself: I’m back on my yoga mat regularly, I’ve bulked up on herbs, and I’ve turned off the noise from the campaigns. 

I won’t say that life is any easier with the pandemic, but the highs and lows have been reduced – and so too can they be for you as well.  The 2,500-year practice has been through elections far more chaotic than this (and that's hard to fathom).

Herbs to the Rescue

Here in below are four Chinese herbal recommendations to help take the bite out of what’s left of this election season, and for that matter, the balance of the year.  Both our customers and our team can attest to the success of these herbs in delivering the balance we’re proposing. 

May the best candidate we know win: you.

1. Emotional Balance: Find Your Center
   Crafted with eight time-tested herbs, this formula supports a calm, focused state without caffeine or stimulants. Whether you're watching the news or avoiding it entirely, Emotional Balance helps you show up grounded.
   
   
2. Mental Tranquility & Cool Slumber: Support for Restful Sleep
   These herbal blends are inspired by classic Chinese formulas to support natural relaxation and healthy sleep patterns. Mental Tranquility promotes a sense of calm in the evening hours, while Cool Slumber is great for easing into sleep when the body feels unsettled.
   
   
3. Immunity Support: Herbal Wellness Support for Shifting Seasons 
   Heading to the polls or just navigating daily life in 2020? This blend features herbs traditionally used in Chinese medicine to support the body’s natural immune defenses.
   
   
4. Talk to a DAO Herbal Expert
   Sometimes, a quick virtual consultation with one of our Licensed Acupuncturists is all it takes to reset. From dietary tips to herbal suggestions, our practitioners can help you bring balance to your routine—no matter what the headlines say. 

And here’s a winning proposition for you: use code ELECTION15 and take 15% off the above herbs or a Virtual Consultation.  Regardless of the election outcome, your ability to maintain balanced health, mental wellness, and overall happiness is something that you can control - our solutions might just help tip the scales your way. 

Care Consideration: Just a reminder that the above information is not a substitute for medical care and is not a substitute for medical advice or recommendations from a healthcare provider. This information is not intended to treat, mitigate, or cure any disease.  That said, we encourage you to connect with an Acupuncturist in your community to learn more about this and other Traditional Chinese Medicine options.  If you’ve got questions about Chinese herbal medicine or getting started with an Acupuncturist, feel free to connect with us at hello@mydaolabs.com.

John G. McGarvey is a co-founder of DAO Labs and a regular contributor to The Way. A frequent visitor to China and Asia for both business and pleasure, he is an avid consumer of Chinese medicine. He can be reached at john@mydaolabs.com.