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Each year carries a distinct Qi influence derived from the combination of the Period or Movement Qi, the Celestial Stem, and the Earthly Branch, which affects the body, the environment, and our health. When we eat in harmony with that Qi, food becomes medicine — not by restriction but by alignment.   According to the Qi influence of 2026, cooling bitter, pungent, salty, and sweet flavors are especially supportive in maintaining balance and harmony. Together, these flavors cle

There’s no denying that 2026 is off to a disruptive, disturbing, and impactful start. The year of the Yang Fire Horse begins on February 4 th , with celebrations on February 17 th , the Chinese Lunar New Year. This year, there’s also a total solar eclipse on the same date. Just three days later, the much-anticipated Neptune-Saturn conjunction occurs at zero degrees Aries on February 20 th . There’s a lot going on in the first couple of months of 2026, and as a Yang year, the

Autumn – the Yangming Period The Yangming period, starting at the Autumnal equinox on September 22 nd   and lasting until November 20 th...

Explore the space between Shaoyin and Shaoyang Qi in this thought-provoking podcast with Christine Cannon on Qiological. A conversation on transformation, neutrality, and the subtle power of presence when change feels hard.

Discover how the ancient Liu Qi theory applies to the Southern Hemisphere. Learn how the reversal of seasons and climate elements shifts the Six Qi cycle and how 2025's energetic patterns play out across time and space.

As the Great Heat Solar Term approaches on July 22nd, 2025, extreme weather patterns surge across Europe and North America. Learn how the dynamic interplay of Fire, Wind, and Water Qi reflects this year’s intense climatic shifts and how they may affect the body—especially in clinical practice.

"The Policy of Heaven is widespread. Hence, wind rises Frequently." Summer – the Shaoyang Period ​ The Shaoyang period, the third Qi...

“The cold does not leave. The flowers are covered with snow; the water freezes …. Cold and rain arrive frequently” Spring into Early...

The Five Period Qi  is Inadequate Metal The Six (Climactic) Qi  is Jueyin (Wind) The Heavenly Stem  is Yi – Wood (2nd Stem)  The Earthly...