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…
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,…
Gentle Self-Care Rituals for Earth-Type Constitutions In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Earth element represents grounding, nourishment, and stability. People with Earth-type constitutions are compassionate, dependable, and steady. They often care deeply for others and thrive when routines are balanced. Yet this generous energy can become overextended. Too much giving, constant worry, or irregular habits…