Embracing Winter + Nourishment

In a world that asks us to produce even when you feel the pull to slow down…

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Today, I feel inspired to share about Winter, which in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is considered the most “Yin” time of the year—inviting inwardness, rest, and restoration.

As I spent this week laid up with body aches, a cough, and a headache, I leaned on these winter wellness basics to heal and stay grounded:

Kam’s Tips for Staying Well This Winter

1. Ginger Tea
A daily must for me: warms the body, supports digestion, and provides antioxidants.

You’ll need:

• Fresh ginger root

• Lemon

• Honey

• Boiling water

How to make it:

1. Wash and thinly slice the ginger.

2. Pour boiling water over it and steep for 5 minutes.

3. Top with honey and fresh lemon. Enjoy!

2. Daily Sunshine

• Sunlight can be scarce in winter, so soak it in when possible—morning or late afternoon is ideal.

• Aim for 10–15 minutes to support your immune system, boost energy, and help regulate your nervous system.

• Midday sun? Wear sun protection or a hat.

3. Steams, Sauna, Hot Baths, or Hot Yoga

• Warm baths or showers with steam can soothe a winter cold or cough.

• Sauna or hot yoga promotes detoxification, muscle relaxation, and skin rejuvenation. (Don’t forget to moisturize afterward.)

4. Healing Soups & Warm Meals

• Warm, nutrient-rich foods help maintain internal warmth and balance.

• Quick recipe: sauté celery, carrots, and onion until tender, add garlic, broth, and optional chicken—simple, nourishing, delicious.

5. Slow Down & Do Less

• Winter is naturally Yin—slower, inward, reflective.

• Feeling less productive is perfectly aligned with the season.

• Focus on warmth, nourishment, and richness to create balance.

A perfect way to embrace this season? Join my “Sauna & Stretch” Yin Yoga class on Thursday evenings at 7:30 PM at Sukha Yoga Oltorf. Bring a friend or loved one and enjoy some deep, warm, nourishing rest.

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See you soon!