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In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Lungs and Large Intestine are considered a paired organ system connected to the Metal element and the season of autumn.

The Lungs are associated with taking in, including the breath, while the Large Intestine is associated with releasing what the body no longer needs.

Together, they reflect a larger theme of taking in and letting go.

This is also why autumn in TCM is often associated with grief, release and creating space for what comes next.

It’s a theme Emmaly will be exploring through Qigong, breathwork and reflection during her seasonal workshops at The Remedy Room this fall.

The seasons change, and the practices that support us can change with them.

This three-part Qigong series with Emmaly follows the transition from autumn into winter through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

October is about release and letting go.

November moves into integrity, self-worth and clarity.

December invites us inward to explore fear, will power, stillness and restoration.

Each 90-minute workshop includes guided Qigong, breathwork, sound healing and reflection, with practices inspired by the element and organ systems traditionally associated with the season.

Come to the workshop that speaks to you, or join us for all three.

$45 per workshop. Contact The Remedy Room to reserve your spot.

Before the season gets busier, take a moment to check in with yourself.

What does your body need more of right now?

More sleep?

More nourishing meals?

More movement?

More quiet?

More connection?

More support?

We’re often quick to notice everything we should be doing, but slower to ask what would actually help us feel better.

Let your answer guide how you move into the new season.

Wellness doesn’t have to mean doing everything perfectly.

One acupuncture appointment won’t undo months of stress.

One yoga class won’t completely change how your body feels.

And one early bedtime probably won’t fix weeks of exhaustion.

The small things you return to consistently are often what make the biggest difference over time.

Regular movement. Nourishing meals. Rest. Treatments that support you. Moments that help your nervous system settle.

You don’t need to do everything.

Find what supports you and keep coming back to it.

You don’t have to wait until the weather turns cold to start shifting the way you eat.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, late summer is associated with the Earth element and is seen as a transition between the expansive energy of summer and the cooler seasons ahead.

This can be a beautiful time to start bringing more warm, cooked and grounding foods back onto your plate.

Think root vegetables, squash, sweet potato, cooked grains, soups, stews and warming ingredients like ginger.

It doesn’t mean you need to stop eating fresh summer foods altogether. It’s simply about beginning to notice the seasonal shift and gently adjusting with it.

Less of an overnight switch from salads to hearty winter meals, and more of a gradual transition toward warmth and nourishment.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, digestion is about more than what you eat. How and when you eat can matter too.

A few simple ways to support digestion:

👉 Choose more warm, cooked foods as the weather starts to cool.

👉 Try to eat at regular times instead of constantly grazing throughout the day.

👉 Slow down while you eat and give your body a chance to actually focus on digestion.

TCM tends to favour simple, consistent habits over complicated routines.

Sometimes supporting your body starts with going back to the basics.

Simple, nourishing and easy to make 🍞

This blackberry chia almond butter toast is a great option for breakfast, a snack, or those days when you want something quick without overthinking it.
With juicy blackberries, chia seeds and creamy almond butter, it comes together in just 10 minutes with only a few ingredients.

Save this one to try later!

And if you’re looking for a little more personalized support with your nutrition, Sierra, our Registered Nutritionist, is here to help. You can book with her at The Remedy Room.