Tao to Wellness

Have you noticed that spring makes you want to do something?

That’s not just the sunshine — it’s physiology.

In Chinese Medicine, spring is the season of the Liver, the system responsible for the smooth flow of energy, emotional balance, and the ability to plan and move forward.

When this energy gets stuck, you might notice:
• Irritability or feeling on edge
• Tight neck and shoulders
• Headaches or digestive changes
• Feeling ready for change… but not sure how to start

Spring is nature’s invitation to restore movement.

More greens.
More fresh air.
More stretching, walking, cycling.
Less forcing. More flowing.

What wants to grow in your life right now?

https://berkeley-acupuncture.com/2026/02/16/spring-is-here-the-liver-and-the-art-of-forward-motion/

Winter asks something different of us.
Not pushing. Not optimizing. But listening.
In Chinese medicine, winter is the most yin season—a time to rest deeply, protect your energy, and nourish what will carry you into spring. I wrote this piece to share five simple, grounding things to know about winter so you can work with the season instead of fighting it. ❄️
Take a breath. Take your time.

💜 Read more: https://berkeley-acupuncture.com/2021/11/30/the-wonder-of-winter-five-things-to-know/

Will you be in New York City next month? Come join Christina Martin and other fabulous teachers as we UNLEASH YOUR HORSE POWER!

🔥 The Fire Horse is here.

This is not a workshop.
Not a class.

It’s a remembering.
A shedding.
A return to the body.

Join us for a half-day in NYC on February 8th for a Chinese New Year body ritual of sensual movement, energy play, acupuncture, kundalini activation, and desire ignition.

We’re not chasing resolution.
We’re awakening.

https://karlalightfoot.mykajabi.com/unleash-horse-power