Savoring the End: A Personal Reflection on Weathering Change
Late summer has always felt like a sacred threshold to me. The garden is overflowing with life, yet there is a quiet awareness that the season is beginning to turn. In this episode, I share some personal reflections on savoring these final weeks of summer and the herbs, foods, and practices that are helping me prepare for the transition into autumn.
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In this episode we'll explore:
• Why late summer feels so full, and why fullness naturally gives way to change
• The herbs I have been reaching for recently, including Astragalus, Reishi, nourishing mushrooms, Ginsengs, and Maca to help build resilience and support the nervous system
• Seasonal foods that nourish the Earth element, including carrots, beets, tomatoes, grains, and warming cooked meals
• The wisdom of Late Summer in Chinese Five Element Medicine and why Earth sits at the center of the seasonal wheel as a time of integration and transition
• Why I believe sympathy is one of the medicines our world needs most right now
• Simple rituals for slowing down, building reserves, tidying our homes, and savoring the gifts of this season before autumn arrives
As we approach the upcoming eclipse, I hope this episode offers a gentle reminder to slow down, appreciate what is here today, and prepare ourselves with intention for the season ahead.
I'd love to hear from you. What signs tell you that late summer is beginning to shift where you live? Share them in the comments below.
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The Leo Wound — Plant Medicine for the South Node in Leo
Fortify Your Heart — Herbs for the Solar Eclipse in Leo
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