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The Gifts of Autumn
And just like that...it's autumn! In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this last season in the Five Phases cycle is about inspiration and faith. Time to take some deep breaths, acknowledge the beauty around you, and remember you are connected to a larger whole. Click here to help find inspiration as we welcome autumn. (Many thanks to Michael Watkins for his stunning photo!)
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A-corny Post
Looking for a nutritious, delicious snack to welcome autumn? (Hint: it's not "pumpkin-spice" latte.) A staple of squirrels and indigenous peoples alike, acorns are high in protein and make an excellent gluten-free flour substitute. Easy to identify and fun to gather, acorns are free for the taking! Enjoy this year's harvest with homemade acorn muffins.
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Letting Go
While gathering resources for winter makes sense, creating a stockpile of grudges and grievances doesn't have the same rate of return. If you tend to suffer the slings and arrows of the world long after they have been hurled, finding a way to forgive yourself first can help you let go and move on. Learning the true meaning of forgiveness is a good first step.
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Cooler weather invites us to get cozy. Try this healthy chai recipe after raking leaves or going for a hike or drive to revel in the beautiful fall foliage. Look for herbs like green cardamom pods at a natural foods store, in the bulk section of your grocery store, or order online at Mountain Rose Herbs or Starwest Botanicals.
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