Summer Solstice

The great exhale of the year, savor what the season has to offer as we move towards shorter days.

We’re now experiencing

height of Yang

movement

light

warmth (okay hot)

outward expression

fire element

joy

connection

enthusiasm

radiance

creativity

community

pleasure

openness

but this is not a time to push harder, rather

enjoy abundance without excess

protect fluids and blood

avoid scattering one’s energy

savor rather than over-consume

nourish the heart

joy is medicine in moderation

leisure and laughter

time with loved ones

gentle movement (tai chi, qi gong, walks)

seasonal acupuncture

not excessive heat exposure

too many stimulants or alcohol

constant activity

social exhaustion

optimal to consume.

watermelon

peaches

berries

mung beans

light soups

lightly cooked veg

mint tea

chrysanthemum tea

Yin is born as Yang ebbs

a turning point

celebrate abundance,

but begin to tend seeds of Yin

that carry you in autumn

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