The Gift of Letting Go in Autumn

 The gift of letting go in Autumn

The transition to Autumn has been a long and somewhat unsettled one.  A sudden cold blast in early September was followed by a step back into Late Summer.  The heat and humidity wasn’t so welcome to some, yet others were elated to have one last bit of time to head to the beach.  Then the recent quick storm with some sleet and snow reminds us of the coming Winter.  The leaves have been “late” to change this year as well.  With the underlying energy of Autumn’s drop, so to speak, and shortened days, everything seems to be waiting, just holding it’s breath.  There has been a certain sense of that in the world around us as well.  A collective holding of the breath as we wait to see what is next.  With nature being unsettled, you may be noticing some of that in your body or life.  What are you doing to keep yourself balanced?  As we transition through Autumn, you can use this time of inspiration to steady yourself as the season calls us to move from being outside to being quietly within.

Elemental wisdom

In the Five Element tradition, Autumn is the season of Metal.  This element is in charge of getting rid of waste in our bodies and lives.  Physically, the organs that help with this are the lungs and large intestine.  We breathe in life-giving oxygen through our lungs, expelling the carbon dioxide.  And we get rid of the waste that does not nourish us from food through the large intestine.

Along with healthy physical processes, these systems have an emotional and spiritual aspect.  The quality of Metal is for crystal clarity in life, keeping only what really serves and letting go of what doesn’t.  For some, that can be easy and rhythmic, without struggle.  Others hold on to things too long, not wanting to let go.  While others are quick to discard things in life too soon.  Take a moment to think about something you are holding on to that doesn’t serve.  Can you let it go? And in doing so, what is left to strengthen you?  It is not a coincidence that Fall Cleaning has a profound effect at this time and can be applied not just to our homes but our minds and bodies!  By letting go and cleaning out the gutters of your mind and spirit, you allow the true value of this season to manifest.

Acupuncture in the news

Breathing in the beauty of crisp Autumn air can be challenging to those with lung illnesses such as asthma, recurrent bronchitis or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).  Many people find relief from their symptoms with acupuncture and a study published in the Journal of Complementary Medicine reported that acupuncture contributed to a reduction in the shortness of breath in COPD patients during exercise.1

Acupuncture ~ a powerful tool to not just get healthy but stay healthy.

Learning opportunities/office notes
Seasonal Saturday:  I will be in my office on Saturday, November 19th, as a way to support your transition through Autumn.  Call now for an appointment.
I will be in Maryland from November 11-16th to attend a workshop and visit colleagues at Tai Sophia Institute. 
Sedona Release Method, Saturday/Sunday December 3-4:  Join in a weekend experience to profoundly impact your life. The Sedona Releasing process is a simple and effective way to let go of unwanted feelings and stress, instantly revealing a deeper sense of happiness and well being at its source.  For more information, contact Rick Solomon:  ricksolomon@msn.com or call (631) 751-5406.
Restorative Yoga and Acupuncture:  This recent workshop was a peaceful, nourishing evening at Seva Yoga.  The next workshop will be offered in January.

Wishing you the
bountiful harvest of Autumn

Karen~