Metal Season: Breath & the Beauty of Release

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Sep 25
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A Fall Ritual Guide from Koselig Acupuncture

As the leaves begin to turn and the air grows crisp, we enter the season of the Metal, ruled by the Lungs and Large Intestine—organs of breath, boundary, and letting go. In Chinese medicine, autumn invites us to honor grief, and release what no longer serves.

This guide offers gentle acupressure points and rituals to support your body and spirit through the seasonal shift.

🔸 Acupressure for Autumn Alignment

· LU 1 – Zhongfu (Central Residence)

Located on the outer chest, just below the clavicle at the level of the first intercostal space

Use to open the lungs, ease sadness, and deepen breath.

→ Ritual: Place your fingers here while journaling what you’re ready to release. Breathe in clarity. Breathe out grief.

· LI 4 – Hegu (Joining Valley)

Found in the web between thumb and index finger.

Use to boost immunity and clear stagnation.

→ Ritual: Press gently while sipping warm herbal tea. Set intentions for clear boundaries and grounded presence.

· Yintang – Third Eye Point

Between the eyebrows.

Use to calm the mind and alleviate worry.

→ Ritual: Apply gentle pressure during your evening wind-down. Invite stillness.

🕯️ Seasonal Rituals to Deepen Your Practice

• Smoke Offering: Light incense or palo santo. Press LU 1 and visualize grief transforming into breath.

• Tea Ceremony: Brew a warming blend (ginger, cinnamon, orange peel). Sip slowly with LI 4 activation.

• Evening Reflection: Use Yintang while journaling or meditating. Ask: What am I ready to release? What am I ready to receive?

🌙 Dr. Erika and Koselig’s Invitation

Healing is seasonal and not linear. Breath is sacred, grounding, and transformative.

This fall, may you find comfort in ritual, clarity in release, and strength in your boundaries.

If this guide resonates, explore our offerings or book a session at Koselig Acupuncture. Offering $10 off bookings through October 31st (must mention this blog)

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