As we arrive at the December Solstice, we enter the deepest Yin of the year—a quiet turning point honored in Chinese medicine as a time of stillness, restoration, and hidden potential. The nights are longest now, inviting us to slow our pace, conserve our energy, and listen more closely to the wisdom of the body. Though the world outside may feel dormant, this moment holds the seed of renewal, when Yang is gently beginning to return.

This is a beautiful time to go within and nourish your Kidney energy, the root of vitality and resilience. I invite you to try a simple solstice practice: each evening, place one hand over your low back and one over your lower abdomen, close your eyes, and take 6 slow breaths, imagining warmth and quiet strength gathering deep inside you.

As we look toward the New Year, acupuncture can support gentle clearing, replenishment, and intention-setting—sessions for New Year renewal are now available, and I warmly invite you to book time for yourself as we cross this threshold into the coming cycle.