Based on our audience's preferences, in October, 22nd we organized an online lecture on health topics and presented how to prepare the body for winter using principles from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and holistic living. The lecture was delivered by Professor Dalia Sekmokienė.
The aim of this lecture is to encourage listeners to learn strategies to increase energy, understand the seasonal impact on health, and receive dietary recommendations and practices for emotional and physical well-being. At the beginning of the lecture, the speaker introduced the concept of holistic living and Chinese medicine as a system of interconnected energies, emphasizing the importance of connection with nature and seasonal changes for health.
Later, it was stressed how lifestyle should adapt to the unique rhythm of winter for energy conservation. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, a person is a totality of energies influenced by both internal meridians and external environmental factors, so it is crucial to maintain the balance of mental, emotional, and physical energy.
The greatest emphasis was placed on the water element that predominates in winter and its relation to kidney health, as well as emotional and mental health, which can affect kidney energy.
In the second part of the lecture, the speaker shared dietary advice emphasizing warming foods, encouraged practicing rituals that nourish body and spirit, such as quality sleep and grounding practices.
A holistic approach involves understanding and integrating seasonal changes into daily life. Specific foods, such as root vegetables, soups, and warming spices, are suited for winter diets. Longer sleep durations and calming practices (for example, qigong, tai chi, spending time in nature) are encouraged to restore energy levels in winter. Advocacy for a slower pace of life in winter is suggested to conserve energy.
This content is intended for those interested in holistic health, TCM practitioners, or individuals seeking to improve their well-being in winter.
You can listen to the lecture in Lithuanian here: https://youtu.be/QuUHN7ybD_0