Late summer is a perfect time to prepare our homes and bodies for the colder months. Reflect on all you've accomplished, and build resilience for what lies ahead.
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New Blog: Nature, Home & Longevity: How Our Environment Shapes Our Health
We often think of health in terms of diet, exercise, and genetics. But increasingly, scientific research is showing that where we live, the home and built environment around us, plays a huge, often under-appreciated role in our wellness, longevity, and capacity to withstand chronic disease. A recent article, “Home Environment as a Therapeutic Target for Prevention and Treatment of Chronic Diseases…” (Huntsman & Bulaj, 2025) argues that our homes are ripe for interventions: through design, nature exposure, self-care, sensory enrichment, sleep, and more. Meanwhile, traditional healing systems like Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) have long held that harmony with nature — with the elemental forces, seasons, energy flows — is essential for health and lifespan.
Late summer is called the “fifth season” in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Ruled by the “Earth” element, this is the time to reinforce your body’s foundation so you feel clear, focused, and grounded as the year shifts. Learn which foods to eat, exercises to align with the season, and how to build immunity as we head into the Fall.
