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Autumn Equinox | Qiu Fen
Eighth Lunar Month
Yi Jing Hexagram: Guan | Observation

Day and night are equal, moving toward growing darkness. The work of harvest is nearly complete, and stability matters.

Gaze inward. Be calm and steady. Balance activity and rest.

White Dew | Bai Lu
Eighth Lunar Month
Yi Jing Hexagram: Guan | Observation

Yin increases, and energy is directed inward. Contemplation sets in as the display of morning dew, and cooler temperatures take hold.

Notice the cool, dry wind carrying seeds of life. Listen for whispers of inspiration.

Autumn Begins | Li Qiu
Seventh Lunar Month
Yi Jing Hexagram: Pi | Obstruction

Changing winds fight to overcome damp heat during this transitional time. Repressed emotions may erupt as this yin / yang separation occurs.

Dress lightly. Stroll in the evening. Eat simply. Be honest and true.

Can you believe it’s the last month of summer?! Hope you can join us on Monday for our monthly discussion on the seasonal energetics and practices for July.

Lesser Heat | Xiao Shu
Sixth Lunar Month
Yi Jing Hexagram: Dun | Withdrawal

The hottest period begins. Yin grows, expanding yang outward. Plants begin to gather yang inward. Strong roots and fertile seeds ensure future survival.

Enjoy the twilight sky and abundant harvest. Limit midday sun exposure.

Welcome summer solstice and the return of dark, rebirth of yin.

Summer Solstice | Xia Zhi
Fifth Lunar Month
Yi Jing Hexagram: Gou | Meeting

The greatest yang and the longest day of the year. Yin returns, pushing yang outward. Peak activity easily creates excess and exhaustion.

Express feelings. Meditate. Maintain boundaries. Sleep during the dark hours.

Did you know the jie qi are like the nodes of bamboo??
Bamboo plants create nodes to hold water and nourishment which feed the next node, much like the nourishment and care we give ourselves today will support us through the next seasonal node of summer solstice, and beyond.

ALSO! Bamboo is one of the junzi (4 gentlemen/4 noble ones), celebrated in Chinese art and culture for its virtues of humility and simplicity. The flexibility and strength of the bamboo stalk also came to represent the human values of cultivation and integrity in which one yields but does not break. You can witness its strength on the city streets of China, used as scaffolding along the sides of buildings - it is incredible to witness.

I LOVE finding ways to connect as a microcosm of the macrocosm… what do you observe creating aha moments in your life or practice?

You can read more on the junzi at: www.Chinaonlinemuseum.com/painting-four-gentlemen

Welcome to the 9th node of this lunisolar calendar.
Mangzhong 芒種/种 : Grain Ripens, Grain in Ear, Grain beard.
JUNE 5 – 21

Yang encounters yin, and seeds are promised for next year.
Confidence spreads. The heart is open and vulnerable, defensiveness may rise.

Care for appetite. Chew well. Be active, but relaxed.

Saam Alert:

The 2 hour Video Observation class held in March in now on demand:

https://www.whitepinecommunity.org/on-demand/saam-video-observation/abo…

A must watch for all Saam practitioners!

This last node of Spring nurtures the flourishing growth of summer ahead. Return to center during this earth/late season time and remember to care for digestion, especially the ST.

Hey everyone, just wanted to bring your attention to this amazing lecture on phlegm coming up next Sunday. I heard Natalie speak at a conference last fall and asked her to come share her research with us. Highly recommend it and hope you can join! https://www.whitepinecommunity.org/event/history-phlegm-overview

Join us for tomorrow’s discussion on this last month of Spring!! I’m excited to share more on the wind of the northeast and this transformative time towards summer. I’m especially looking forward to harvesting magnolia flowers later this month - what do you look forward to in April??