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How to Release Stagnation Before Autumn Arrives Seasonal change is a time of movement. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the shift from late summer to autumn is especially important because it marks the transition from Earth element to Metal element. Earth energy is heavy and stabilizing, while Metal energy is about clarity, letting go, and…
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Seasonal Transitions in TCM: Why Change Affects Your Energy In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), seasonal transitions are powerful times of change that influence both the environment and the body. Each season has its own dominant element, organ system, and energy pattern. As one season shifts into another, our Qi adapts to new rhythms of temperature,…
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Dampness and Digestion: TCM Tips for Clarity and Energy In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), dampness describes an accumulation of heavy, sticky moisture that the body cannot transform or move effectively. It often shows up in late summer and during humid weather, but dietary habits and stress can invite it any time of year. When dampness…
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In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), emotions are not separate from physiology. They move through the body like weather across a landscape. Each of the Five Elements has a primary emotional tone. The Earth element is associated with thoughtfulness and care. When balanced, Earth brings steady compassion, reliable routines, and the warm feeling of being at…