Greetings on this unique, once in a lifetime, day in creation!
“This weather is so crazy!” “why can’t it make up its mind?” I’ve been hearing this a lot this past month. 
Let’s consider these fluctuations from nature’s perspective. We just had many months of cold air, frozen ground and a good amount of snow. Compare that to the green foliage and flowers you see now. It’s a huge change and we have to give nature credit for this manifestation it does every year. In any big life change, it is natural to have indecision, doubts and back and forth thinking. The fickleness of spring weather is normal and we can see it reflected in our inner nature.
The main organs or officials of Spring are the Liver and Gallbladder. We call them officials because they are more than just the organs themselves. They are the functions and qualities that make up the system that governs your body, mind and spirit. The liver official opens in to the eyes. It sees the big picture and devises a plan. The gallbladder official governs the way we step into action to fulfill our plans. The gallbladder meridian runs down the sides of the legs to the outer ankle and 4th toe. The sides of the legs are activated when we shift from side to side and if you experience pain there, consider if you are experiencing a big life decision. Are you having back and forth thinking- just like the weather? 
One tip is to look ahead to the joy or love you are seeking and know that summer will come. In fact, in nature, early summer has just begun and it will peak at the summer solstice. The flowers are being pollinated and the opportunities for being outdoors and gathering with loved ones expand with the warmer weather. In the meantime, let’s not give too much credence to the fickleness in our nature. How does the sail boat get from point A to point B? Not in a straight line… It tacks back and forth, moving with the winds to get to the intended destination.
Since summer is here, I invite you to practice presence. Find a place in nature where you can go to simply be. Observe your senses. Place a hand over your heart and take a deep breath and feel yourself belonging in nature right here and right now, and right here and right now… How does this presence feel in your body?
If you are dwelling on the past or anxious about the future, it may be difficult to practice presence. I would be honored to help you in the treatment room. In summer we focus on the heart and the quality of your presence in relationship with yourself, others and nature. Schedule here
In Person Event Next Wednesday May 13th from 1-2:30PM in the Wissahickon.
Experience yourself and summer in nature and learn more of what I have to share.
Sign up here: Five Element Wellness Walk: Align with Nature Through the SeasonsSummer at the Well Within Free zoom: Summer MASTER CLASS
Get aligned with yourself and nature in summer.
I’ll be teaching from the five element tradition
Bring comfy clothes, a journal, and some water
When: Friday June 5th, 11:30am-12:30pm
Where: Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4694683468?pwd=Rd0dKqe8B4GpaN65grx6uuhjaO5geY.1&omn=81527372257
Meeting ID: 469 468 3468
Passcode: CXe9MV
Please share your experience with or questions about summer with me here
If you missed the Spring Masterclass, please enjoy it here
If you’ve been wanting to explore five element acupuncture, please contact me for a free 15 minute consult. If you don’t live in the Philly area, Please remember that I am available for online sessions. Philly or not, you may Schedule online here. And in light of the connections of summer, please feel free to share this with a friend.
In service to your belonging in your body and nature,