Sunday, March 21st, 2021
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What an amazing Spring day we have had here in PA! I even saw some crocuses sunning their beautiful faces in my yard. And, they weren't there yesterday! And, that is a perfect example of what I wanted to share with you today!
From Water (Winter) to Wood (Spring)
note: I have bolded some words to try and point out the energy of the wood element. Let me know if you can feel it =)
From the deep, quiet, and cold stillness of winter, nature, now a little warmer and sunnier, is exploding with new life. Shoots, like those crocuses, are forcing their way through the soil, and tree branches are popping with buds. Go for a walk in the woods in the next couple of days and you may even see some bright new leaves popping out while enjoying the songs of our bird relatives.
The Wood Element & the Springtime Energy
Spring is a time of birth, new life, new possibilities. The vision and potential of the acorn seed is following its plan and beginning to turn earth and the elements into a beautiful oak tree.
These days it's so easy to forget that we too are part of this cycle of nature.
And because of that we too have this springtime energy within us. We create new life, give birth to creative projects, make plans, and follow through.
We have the same flexibility of a tree that finds its way towards the sun no matter what obstacles are in its path. We have the same power of a Dandelion pushing through a cement sidewalk.
How Five Element Acupuncture can help
In 5 element acupuncture, the goal is to keep our energy moving through this natural cycle. When it gets stuck, that's when dis-ease, pain, or upset occur.
When the powerful uprising spring energy (wood element) within us gets stuck we have particular experiences. For example on the physical level, we may feel like our tendons and muscles are tight, we may get one-sided headaches or migraines, vision problems or trouble sleeping. We may get angry or frustrated, or we may lack vision, flexibility, or creativity.
When in balance the Wood Element within brings us the gifts of humility, planning, decision making, clear perception, creativity, appropriate anger, justice, vision and flexibility.
Feeling Stuck? Here are some ideas for you!
If your springtime energy or wood element is feeling stuck here are a 3 ideas that will help!
ONE: Meditate! Set your alarm for 20 minutes, sit up straight, be still, relax, and pay attention. If you want to learn with me I have 2 opportunities:
- Online each weekday morning from 9-9:15 am. ππΌ Learn more about Bliss
- Or my self-paced Medtation Course ππΌ Meditate Everyone!
TWO: Create! Even if you are not inspired, start a creative project. write, draw, dance, sing, paint. You will see the creative juice begin to flow before your eyes!
THREE: Cleanse! It's a kind of "internal" spring cleaning! Spring is the perfect time to lighten the body and clear some of our winter storage. Some simple tips: Eat less dense foods, include spring greens, and take a break from the sugar and processed foods. Note: It's kinda last minute and It starts tomorrow, but you are welcome to join our Annual Village Wellness 9 day Community Spring Cleanse. ππΌ Learn more
Want the royal treatment?
If you have been receiving seasonal acupuncture treatments, now is the perfect time to come in for your spring session. We can help bring smooth movement and new life to your body, mind, and soul! Please feel free to use the handy Online Scheduler.
If you are new to acupuncture now is the perfect time to spring into sessions π , simply book online to set up your initial appointment =)
Also if you know anyone who may be interested please feel free to forward this Letter!
We have some fantastic courses coming up in April - ill post them below!
Wishing you the happiest Springtime with new growth and freedom!
Love,
Say Hello to me at Village Wellness Online, our online community for those of us who are holistically inspired.
ο»ΏP.S. My yoga students have spoken and we will be continuing our Kundalini Yoga Deep Dive through April with the theme of Healing Sounds. I would LOVE you to join us (if you are so inclined). ππΌ Learn more
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β€οΈ We are expanding our acupuncture hours a bit to keep up with the community's need. Note we are still very strictly following our Community Covid - Care Safety Guidelines.
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