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· Travis Kern

Qi Node 15: 白露 Báilù (White Dew)

The air cools, mornings are damp with dew, and activity begins to soften. This is a time for preservation—of energy, fluids, and focus. Slow down. Eat warm foods. Let stillness shape your days as Autumn deepens.

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· Travis Kern

Qi Node 13: 立秋 Lìqiū (Autumn Begins)

As autumn quietly begins, Lìqiū marks the rise of Yin and the first inward turn of the year. This essay explores the subtle wisdom of seasonal restraint, the risks of lingering summer heat, and how to align with the cycle through reflection, refinement, and gentle shifts in daily conduct.

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· Travis Kern

Qi Node 6: 谷雨 Gǔyǔ (Grain Rain)

The nature of Earth is to hold space and to create context. This qi node sets the stage for the coming summer and gives us insight into how we dealt with the qi of last Fall.

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