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In the palm of your hand, a ripe peach tells a quiet story. It begins hard and green, slowly softening under the gentle influence of warmth, air, and time. Traditional Chinese Medicine teaches that human beings ripen in much the same way. Our transformation is not instant. It requires steady nourishment, a calm environment, and…
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In the rhythm of the natural world, the ripening of fruit is a quiet miracle. It happens slowly, almost imperceptibly, yet the transformation is profound. A small green bud becomes a full, sweet, nourishing gift. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this process is more than a seasonal occurrence. It is a reflection of how our…
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3 Traditional Chinese Medicine Movement Practices to Center and Ground Late-Summer Energy Late summer in the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) calendar is a unique transitional season. It is the bridge between the peak yang energy of summer and the cooling yin energy of autumn. In TCM, this time is governed by the Earth element, which…
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Aligning with the Shifting Light of August: A TCM Guide to Seasonal Balance August carries a subtle but undeniable shift. While summer’s warmth still lingers, the light begins to soften. Days shorten almost imperceptibly, shadows grow longer, and the sun’s angle changes. This change in light is more than just a visual cue — in…
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Nourishing the Spleen and Stomach with Traditional Chinese Congee In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), food is more than fuel. It is medicine for the body and soul. Among the most comforting and therapeutic dishes in the TCM kitchen is zhou, or congee, a slow-cooked rice porridge that has been a dietary staple in China for…
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Seasonal Grief and Letting Go: The Earth Element’s Wisdom in Traditional Chinese Medicine As the exuberance of summer gently softens into the quiet reflection of late summer and early autumn, we often find ourselves slowing down. The days grow shorter, the air becomes heavier with moisture, and nature itself begins its gradual process of release.…
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Late Summer’s Golden Hour: A Poetic Reflection in Traditional Chinese Medicine There is a hush that falls across the land in late summer. The cicadas no longer rush their song. The breeze, once bright with youthful fire, begins to wander slower through the leaves. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this is not just a poetic…
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The Power of Intention in Meal Preparation: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the art of nourishment is about more than the ingredients on your plate. It begins with the energy you bring to the process. From the moment you step into the kitchen to the final bite at the table,…
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How the Earth Element Supports Life’s Transitions in Traditional Chinese Medicine How the Earth Element Supports Life’s Transitions in Traditional Chinese Medicine In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), each season carries its own energetic qualities, organs, emotions, and elemental correspondences. While the fire of summer blazes with activity and outward expression, there comes a moment when…
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As the sun begins its gentle descent and the days slowly shorten, our bodies naturally begin to shift in rhythm with the changing season. Late summer, nestled between the blazing heat of summer and the crisp cool of autumn, is governed by the Earth element in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). This transitional time calls for…