Summer Relationships between Heaven and Earth

Dear Qi Friends,

During the summer months, there is an abundance of sunshine and rain. The heavenly energy descends, and the earthly energy rises. When these energies merge, there is relationship between heaven and earth. As a result, plants mature and animals, flowers, and fruit appear abundantly.

Stay physically active, to prevent the pores from closing and the "Qi" from stagnating.

Prevent Qi stagnation

One should refrain from anger and stay physically active, to prevent the pores from closing and the "Qi" from stagnating. One should not overindulge in sex, although one can indulge a bit more than in other seasons. Emotionally it is important to be happy and easygoing and not hold on to grudges so that the energy can flow freely.

It is important to be happy and easygoing so that the energy can flow freely.

What to eat during Summer

During this time, avoid heavy meals, especially on the hottest days, as they make the body slowly.

Sauté some cucumber or spinach, and eat fish, tomatoes, watermelon, melon, and strawberries. During this season, you should eat herbs and spicy foods, which increase the flow of energy and can help maintain normal and healthy sweating.

Try to eat fruits like mangoes, pears, and pineapples.

Try to eat fruits like mangoes, pears, and pineapples.

Happy Summer!

Love and Qi !!!

Shifu.