The Brilliance of Shén Míng: Illuminating the Mind

Traditional Chinese Medicine and Modern Neuroscience

Shén Míng (神明), often translated as “spiritual clarity” or “radiance of the mind,” is a profound concept within traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and Daoist philosophy. It refers to the state of clarity, brightness, and vitality of the mind, deeply rooted in the harmonious interaction between the heart (心) and the essence (精). This concept not only has…