Until October 20, it is the Autumn season, governed by the Metal element. We feel the summer decrease (Yang) and give way to more freshness (Yin).
As our body adapts to the rhythm of the seasons, it is necessary to support it for the change to receive the surrounding energy and prepare it for the next season.
Being in harmony with this energy means that you should purify yourself, avoid exposure to the cold without protection, rest and practice meditation. It is also time to “clean up” your life, to separate from what no longer makes sense (losing leaves) in order to be ready to receive the novelty or newness when spring returns.
An energy imbalance in the meridians associated with the Metal (Lungs and Large Intestine) can lead to sadness, melancholy or even depression, which can result in symptoms such as asthma, sinusitis, respiratory allergies, diarrhea or constipation.
At this period, the lungs are strong and the liver is weak. It is therefore necessary to choose food that helps the weak organ: onions, leeks (lily family), cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, green food that is related to the liver and spring. This food also acts on the large intestine and facilitates elimination. Also enhance your meals with spicy spices ( garlic, pepper, mustard, ginger) especially with white food. On a physical level, you can practice breathing exercises and massage your stomach to stimulate the large intestine.
A preventive acupuncture treatment helps to prepare the re-entry of energy into the body by activating the Yin movement of energy. Acupuncture points act like food by toning up the points of the season. If the lungs are weak and cannot conserve the energy of the season, the Metal point (autumn) of the lung will be toned to support the energy of the weak organ in autumn, the liver, and thus create inner balance. Emotionally, it activates courage, strength and clarity.
Autumn is a wonderful season. Enjoy it!
