Springtime is fast approaching and is designated on March 19th this year. Spring is a transitional phase coming out of Winter and in between Summer. Spring is connected to the Wood element meaning we are coming from the slumber season of winter with new growth and regeneration. Consider for a moment the trees that sprout new leaves or freshly bloomed flowers.
The organ most associated with Spring is the Liver with its partner the Gall bladder. Springtime is the perfect time of year to focus on supporting their functions. The Liver is like the general in the aspect it is responsible to:
Nourish and store blood-regulates blood volume for the functions of physical activity and menstruation.
Regulates and smoothes the movement of Qi (a life force that sustains all living beings)
Responsible for regulating the emotions throughout the body-most affected organs affected by stagnant emotions and stress.
The Gallbladder is responsible for storing and excreting bile and governs decision-making, planning, inspiration, and assertiveness to move forward.
Springtime is the perfect time of year to move forward by letting go of the old and bringing forth creativity, growth, and renewal within ourselves.
The best foods to consume for detoxification and help balance the Liver/ Gallbladder Qi and support emotional healing during the Spring include:
Leafy greens-lettuces, sprouts, dandelion, arugula
Lemons especially taken in warm water first thing in the morning.
Milk thistle tea
Dandelion tea
Some examples to help with emotional balance and nourish your spirit could be:
Get some fresh air and go for a walk, listen to the waves at the ocean, hike in the woods, and listen to nature
Start an herb or vegetable garden.
Laugh and hang out with a friend.
Try something new that you've always wanted to try
Take some time for yourself and schedule a facial or massage
Reach out within the community and volunteer and meet new people
Practice forgiveness- “Forgive others, not because they deserve it but because you deserve peace.”
Get Acupuncture!! Acupuncture can help improve the health of your liver as well as treat stress, anger, and frustration which are associated with liver disharmony.
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