What is High Yang?

In TCM, yang is the force associated with warmth, movement, activity, and transformation. During late summer, these qualities are believed to be at their strongest, influencing not only the environment around us but also how the body functions.

This abundance of yang is one reason practitioners often view late summer as an ideal time to support health and well-being. Rather than waiting until cooler weather arrives or symptoms become more noticeable, treatment during this season is intended to strengthen the body’s natural resilience while conditions are favorable. It’s a preventative approach rooted in the belief that caring for the body before a seasonal transition can be just as important as caring for it afterward.

In other words, the work of preparing for fall doesn’t begin in September—it begins while summer is still at its peak. So, this month, rather than viewing the hot weather as an ever climbing number, see the temps as your cue to think towards autumn.

If August is the ideal time, why acupuncture?

At Boketto, we know that it’s easier to maintain health than it is to restore it. So, rather than waiting for the body to become depleted, we recommend treatments begin while energy is still abundant.

This preventative approach is one reason late summer is considered an ideal time for acupuncture. By supporting the body’s natural capacity for regulation and adaptation during the height of yang, Jelena seeks to strengthen resilience before the transition into cooler weather. The aim is to address today’s concerns, AND help prepare the body for the season ahead.

Whether you’re managing stress, digestive concerns, chronic pain, disrupted sleep, or simply looking to support your overall well-being, August offers an opportunity to invest in your health before autumn arrives. BOOK WITH JELENA —>

PS. It’s Back to School time! So, for those who teach—or, if you suffer from allergies—NOW is the time to get in front of seasonal woes, and begin acupuncture ✌️

 

HOME PREP

In addition to TCM Summer know-how, in it we emphasize that the summer to fall transition is supported through small, consistent habits. And while acupuncture can be an important part of that process, below are simple ways to work with the season at home as well.

• Eat with the season  Enjoy late-summer produce while it’s abundant, and begin incorporating more gently cooked meals as mornings and evenings become cooler. Also download our FREE eBook: Summer Seasonal Eating from Boketto.

• Protect your sleep  Long summer evenings can make it tempting to stay up later, but consistent sleep is one of the simplest ways to support your body’s natural rhythms.

• Don’t ignore lingering symptoms  Digestive issues, poor sleep, low energy, recurring headaches, or chronic aches are often easier to address before the demands of fall and winter arrive.

• Stay hydrated  August’s heat places greater demands on the body. Drinking enough water and eating water-rich foods helps replace what the season naturally depletes.

• Make time for recovery  Summer encourages activity, but the body also benefits from moments of rest. Building resilience isn’t only what you do—it’s also about recovering well. (yang to yin ;-)

TCM asks that we take advantage of any given season’s qualities to anticipate & support what the body needs for the next. Download our FREE eBook Series for a deeper look into each season—winter, spring, summer, and fall—through a TCM lens.