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Acupuncture, Emotional health, Fall, Five Elements, Preventative Health, Seasonal Wellness, Self-care, Theory, Meditation and Mindfulness Lauren Becker Acupuncture, Emotional health, Fall, Five Elements, Preventative Health, Seasonal Wellness, Self-care, Theory, Meditation and Mindfulness Lauren Becker

The Lungs & the Spirit of the Po

In Chinese Medicine, our lungs are more than just organs for breathing- they govern the body's Qi (life force) and connect us to the world around us. The lungs are also deeply tied to the spirit of the Po, which represents our corporeal soul, our connection to the physical world and our senses.

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Emotional health, Fall, Five Elements, Seasonal Wellness, Self-care, Theory, Meditation and Mindfulness Lauren Becker Emotional health, Fall, Five Elements, Seasonal Wellness, Self-care, Theory, Meditation and Mindfulness Lauren Becker

Affirmations for the Fall Season: Embracing the Metal Element in Chinese Medicine

Just as trees shed their leaves, fall is the time for personal reflection, releasing negativity, and nurturing the seeds of what we want to grow in the future. To support this inward journey, affirmations can be a powerful tool for aligning with the natural rhythms of the season and harmonizing with the Metal Element.

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Fall, Five Elements, Seasonal Wellness, Theory, Meditation and Mindfulness, Home and Interior Lauren Becker Fall, Five Elements, Seasonal Wellness, Theory, Meditation and Mindfulness, Home and Interior Lauren Becker

Why Fall Is the Perfect Time to Declutter: Lessons from the Metal Element

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, fall is associated with the Metal Element and the themes of letting go, organization, discernment, and renewal. Learn why fall can be a natural time to declutter your home, create space for inspiration, and reconnect with the changing season.

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Emotional health, Spring, Covid-19, Meditation and Mindfulness Lauren Becker Emotional health, Spring, Covid-19, Meditation and Mindfulness Lauren Becker

A Walking Meditation for Gratitude

Practicing gratitude can be an amazing thing for your body and mind- especially during challenging and stressful times. Studies have shown that gratitude positively contributes to our spiritual wellbeing and mental health, our mood and sleep, and our cardiac health. And as we know, walking has innumerable health benefits on its own, from reducing heart disease to increasing mental cognition.

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