11/06/2025
As autumn fades and the quiet of winter arrives, nature invites us to slow down.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this seasonal shift moves from the Metal element (Lungs & Large Intestine) to the Water element (Kidneys & Bladder) — a journey from release to restoration.
🌬️ Autumn taught us to let go.
Now, Winter asks us to rest and store — to rebuild our reserves for the year ahead.
Just as trees draw their life force deep into their roots, we too are meant to conserve our Qi, nourish our Yin, and allow space for renewal.
🕊️ You may notice:
• Lower energy and mood
• Thirst for stillness, comfort, warmth
• Hormonal fluctuations as Yin increases
• Skin dryness or dullness as circulation slows
🌿 Support your transition:
• Warm, slow-cooked meals: soups, black beans, bone broth, walnuts, miso
• Deep rest + quiet evenings
• Acupuncture to nourish Kidney Qi, balance hormones, and boost immunity
• Mindful breathing: protect Lung Qi and support emotional calm
• Hydrate and moisturize — from inside and out
✨ This is not a time to push — it’s a time to restore.
By honoring the rhythm of nature, your body will emerge in spring renewed, grounded, and strong.