There is an old Chinese saying: “Feel sleepy in spring and feel tired in autumn.” Different seasons have different effects on the human body. When autumn arrives, people feel tired and are less active. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioners say that nourishing the lungs is the focus at this time. Throughout the changes of the…

Some of us have probably known this person. He’s the one whose charisma draws people to him like a magnet. His enthusiasm is infectious and his entrepreneurial spirit means that he’s always working on some new, exciting business venture. He seems to constantly be pushing boundaries, exploring new things, and living a life that appears…

A solar term is a period of about two weeks and is based on the sun’s position in the zodiac. Solar terms form the traditional Chinese calendar system. The calendar follows the ancient Chinese belief that living in accordance with nature will enable one to live a harmonious life. This article series explores each of…