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The Organs of Fall
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The Organs of Fall

Organ, Seasonal Changes

The Organs of Fall

By JaimeRoslyn|2023-10-02T12:33:49-04:00September 26th, 2023|Categories: Organ, Seasonal Changes|Tags: fall tips, five element, grief, large intestine, letting go, lungs, organs, skin, tips|

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the concept of "organs" is somewhat different from that of Western medicine. TCM organs are more than just physical structures – they are functional systems with broader roles in the body's overall health. According to TCM, each season is associated with specific organs, as well as an element and emotion. The fall season is closely linked to the Lungs, along with its partner organ the Large Intestine. Both are connected to the Metal element and the emotions of grief and sadness. Emotionally and physically, the Lungs and Large Intestine are responsible for helping you “let [...]

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The Fundamentals of Fall
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The Fundamentals of Fall

Mood, Seasonal Changes, Wellness

The Fundamentals of Fall

By JaimeRoslyn|2023-09-14T09:44:40-04:00September 21st, 2021|Categories: Mood, Seasonal Changes, Wellness|Tags: Chinese medicine, fall, grief, large intestine, lung, metal|

"The forces of Autumn create dryness in Heaven and metal on Earth; they create the lung organ and the skin upon the body...and the nose, and the white color, and the pungent flavor...the emotion of grief, and the ability to make a weeping sound." - The Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Internal Medicine Fall is the season when the days become shorter and the leaves begin to change, presenting us with their beautiful colors before they fall off the trees to prepare for the coming winter. It is the time of year that we go from the relaxed and carefree attitudes [...]

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Path to Letting Go: A Guided Tour Through the Large Intestine Meridian
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Path to Letting Go: A Guided Tour Through the Large Intestine Meridian

acupoint, Acupressure, Seasonal Changes, Wellness

Path to Letting Go: A Guided Tour Through the Large Intestine Meridian

By Dana Robinson|2022-11-15T14:06:21-05:00November 2nd, 2020|Categories: acupoint, Acupressure, Seasonal Changes, Wellness|Tags: channel, fall, five element, large intestine, LI 1, LI 10, LI 20, LI 4, meridian, metal, TCM, tour|

Owner Sarah O'Leary wrote on the blog this week about how this time of year, combined with the endless tide of current events, has most of us feeling depleted, shook up, and dysregulated most of the time. In the face of this, I wanted to offer a brief, guided "walk" through an acupuncture channel in the body that’s at its peak this time of year, and that we can call on for clarity and movement as we navigate these times. The Large Intestine channel and its acupuncture/acupressure points are used for issues with the lower intestines, movement [...]

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Tips for Winter Health
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Tips for Winter Health

Nutrition, Seasonal Changes, Wellness

Tips for Winter Health

By Dana Iscoe|2022-11-15T14:07:03-05:00December 9th, 2019|Categories: Nutrition, Seasonal Changes, Wellness|Tags: colds, large intestine, Mend fellow, tips, winter|

We get it. It’s pretty gross outside. You leave work in the dark and wake up to the sound of the wind howling outside your window. And then, to top it all off, you realize that you might be getting sick. Chinese Medicine has a lot to offer us in terms of keeping ourselves healthy during the winter, and has some specific and unique tips for dealing with colds and feeling “under the weather.” Pay Attention If you go to an acupuncturist when you are getting a cold, they are likely to ask you some very specific questions about [...]

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Fall Lifestyle Tips, Part 2
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Fall Lifestyle Tips, Part 2

Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness

Fall Lifestyle Tips, Part 2

By JaimeRoslyn|2022-11-15T14:07:58-05:00November 4th, 2019|Categories: Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness|Tags: breath work, fall, large intestine, letting go, lungs, tips|

In October, Mend Fellow Dana Robinson shared some of her favorite Fall Lifestyle Tips. In this post, we dig even deeper. In the spirit of living in harmony with the season's energetics, consider these tips to help stay in flow and feeling your best. Breathe Deeply. In this season of the lungs, there is no greater tip than finding ways to breathe in more deeply and intentionally. When we breathe deeply and with intention, we are flooding our cells and brains with much needed oxygen. We are also taking in vital qi from the air. The best thing to [...]

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How the Season of Metal Can Affect You
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How the Season of Metal Can Affect You

Mood, Seasonal Changes, Wellness

How the Season of Metal Can Affect You

By JaimeRoslyn|2023-09-20T15:14:19-04:00October 28th, 2019|Categories: Mood, Seasonal Changes, Wellness|Tags: alchemy, emotion, fall, five element, large intestine, lungs, metal|

As you may have noticed, each season is ruled by an element - fall by Metal, winter by Water, spring by Wood, summer by Fire, and late summer by Earth. Each of us is comprised by all of the elements, though at varying degrees. Have you noticed that you resonate with a certain season? Or perhaps feel not at your best in another? Look into the elemental aspect of those seasons and see how it lands for you - Chinese medicine may have an explanation. During the fall, the season of Metal, we’re connected with the emotion of grief, as [...]

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There’s No Better Time for a Walk in the Woods
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There’s No Better Time for a Walk in the Woods

Seasonal Changes, Self-Care

There’s No Better Time for a Walk in the Woods

By JaimeRoslyn|2022-11-15T14:07:59-05:00October 15th, 2019|Categories: Seasonal Changes, Self-Care|Tags: Baltimore, fall, hikes, large intestine, letting go, lungs, nature, tips, trails, walks|

It’s officially Fall. We’ve shaken off that vibrant yang energy of Summer and we’re embracing the inward and contemplative yin energy that peaks in Winter. To really fold into the slowing down of the season, try to take as many walks in nature as you can muster. This will help you truly tune in to the Autumnal energetics and reap some health benefits to boot. Recently, researchers have started to look at the physical and psychological benefits of nature-based walking. Studies have shown that walks among the trees helps to: Lower blood pressure Decrease heart rate Lower levels of [...]

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LI4: Our Great Eliminator
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LI4: Our Great Eliminator

acupoint, Acupressure, Wellness

LI4: Our Great Eliminator

By anjuligeorge|2022-11-15T14:07:59-05:00October 7th, 2019|Categories: acupoint, Acupressure, Wellness|Tags: acupressure, fall, large intestine, letting go, Mend fellow, tips, transition|

If you’ve received acupuncture, chances are you already experienced Large Intestine 4 (LI4), at some point. Acupuncturists often use LI4, also translated as Union Valley, because it’s extremely effective for relieving pain, headaches, regulating elimination, and clearing out symptoms in the head and the intestines. Below you will find a little bit more about the magic of this point and how you can use it to support your mind, body and spirit to allow change and let go of things no longer meant for your system. In the beautiful book, Characters of Wisdom, about the translation of the Chinese [...]

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Fall Lifestyle Tips
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Fall Lifestyle Tips

Allergies, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness

Fall Lifestyle Tips

By Dana Iscoe|2022-11-15T14:07:59-05:00October 2nd, 2019|Categories: Allergies, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness|Tags: breath work, fall, large intestine, letting go, lungs, Mend fellow, tips, transition|

Fall has arrived! The heat of the days lasts longer, we may be going into or leaving our daily commitments in the dark of evening or morning, and the light just looks...different. With new routines, commitments, and the rush of the holidays coming up, it can be daunting to look ahead at Winter, and hard to savor the present moment of the yearly cycle. Here are some tips for taking care of yourself this Autumn. Get real about what you are letting go of. As we leave the abundance of the harvest season, it can be a time to [...]

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What Chinese Medicine Has to Say About Fall
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What Chinese Medicine Has to Say About Fall

Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness

What Chinese Medicine Has to Say About Fall

By JaimeRoslyn|2022-11-15T14:08:00-05:00September 25th, 2019|Categories: Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness|Tags: emotion, fall, grief, large intestine, letting go, lungs, sadness, transition|

Excerpt by Emma Suttie, D.Ac, AP at Chinese Medicine Living Fall is the season when Summer days become shorter and the leaves begin to change, presenting us with their beautiful colours before they fall off the trees to prepare for the coming Winter. The cooler air signals us to start putting away our Summer clothes and get out warmer wares for the coming cold weather. It is the time of year that we go from the relaxed and carefree attitudes of Summer to the more serious and introspective energies associated with Fall. Fall's Associations in Chinese Medicine Element – [...]

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