For those who know me, you know I have a hard time sitting still let alone trying to hibernate!! But alas wintertime is the time to try and slow down, eat simple warming soups and stews and restore and repair the energy we’ve spent other times of the year.

In TCM winter is associated with Water, with the Bladder and Kidneys and the color black. Having been in the pacific NW for quite some time I would say that is such a fitting color since it is often so dark this time of year. Although this year we’ve had more sunshine than I can remember and I really have enjoyed it. Probably the reason I am able to do a blog post at the end of a work day….hahaha.

The number one way I can get my body to slow down is by finding a good book. And let me tell you I have found 3 absolute gems this winter!!!

1. Your Body Already Knows: Intuitive Ayurveda (21 days to reset your gut, sleep, mood and health) by Nidhi Bhanshali Pandya
2. Wisdom of the Earth, Wisdom of the Body: A Seasonal Guide to Chinese Medicine and Yoga for Balance and Vitality by Jennifer Ray
3. Everyday Ayurveda for Women’s Health: Traditional Wisdom, Recipes, and Remedies for Optimal Wellness, Hormone Balance and Living Radiantly by Kate O’Donnell

I hope this post finds you well and you are able to get some rest and repair time. Remember don’t think of it as non-productive, think of it as necessary time spent refilling your reserves. So much love xoxox