Winter solstice
Your guide to the season of winter
We live in a world that expects us to live and give consistent energy. When we look at Nature, nothing is ever consistent, except for the change of seasons. When we look at the Year, we have four distinct seasons. The lunar cycle also moves through seasons. We as humans move through seasons. We can continue to see this pattern of seasons as we move closer and closer into the microcosm of our body. The year, the month, the day, the hour.
Living with the seasons is a fundamental principle in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which emphasizes the harmony between nature’s cycles and the human body. According to TCM, the seasons are not just a backdrop to life but are interconnected with our health and wellbeing. Each season carries its own unique energy, influencing both the environment and our internal balance. By aligning our lifestyle, diet, and activities with the rhythms of the seasons, we can maintain a state of equilibrium and prevent illness.
In TCM, the five seasons—spring, summer, late summer (or Indian summer), autumn, and winter—are each linked to specific organs, elements, and qualities. For example, spring is associated with the Liver and the Wood element, symbolizing growth and renewal, while winter is connected to the Kidneys and the Water element, emphasizing rest and conservation of energy. Adapting our routines to these seasonal shifts can support our vitality, enhance our immunity, and promote longevity.
The philosophy of living with the seasons also encourages mindfulness about what we eat, how we exercise, and how we rest, all in alignment with the natural world. By tuning into the rhythms of the environment, we not only optimize our physical health but also nurture emotional and spiritual wellbeing. In this way, TCM offers a holistic approach to living in harmony with the ever-changing forces of nature.
The first Volume of Your Guide to the Seasons will include an in-depth TCM exploration of the season of Winter. You will be empowered to understand how your body attunes to the season and you will learn how to listen to your body.
Community clinic offering 24K Gold Ear Seed treatments and the release of Volume 1 of The Guide to the Seasons written by Dr. Stephanie Duerkopp Faddis.
From 11 - 1 pm join Dr. Stephanie to receive an aligning and grounding ear seed treatment and pick up your Rituals to accompany your ebook.
Limited spots available,
