In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), autumn is the season of reaping, letting go and turning inward. As nature retreats and leaves fall, this season invites us to find balance, strengthen our immune system and clean up emotionally. Lungs, colon, skin and hair are in extra focus during this time. Discover in this blog how to use the wisdom of TCM as well as practical tips from the Western tradition to support your health, so that you can enter the dark months full of vitality.
The energy of autumn according to TCM
As the days grow shorter and the air feels fresher, autumn announces itself gently but unmistakably. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this is the season when energy turns inward and we prepare for the calm of winter. In TCM, autumn is associated with the element Metal, which represents clarity, structure and the ability to let go of what no longer serves us. Just as trees drop their leaves, we are invited to leave ballast behind and focus on what nourishes and protects