| Seasonal Newsletter July 2026 A Note from the Clinic |
| June moved the way June often does — in fits and starts. A flush of real heat, then back to cool grey skies and wet mornings. The in-between place. It’s a threshold energy, not quite one thing or the other, and the body feels it even when the mind tries to push through.And yet — something is gathering. Calendars filling. Plans being made. That particular hum of summer anticipation before everything actually tips into motion. The gardens are doing their quiet work with little fuss. July is like that. It doesn’t need much. A little tending here and there to stay fresh and nourished — and neither do we. This month, I’m moving into July with a little more intention and presence — both in my own life and in the community around me. I hope you’ll find some of that ease in yours too. TCM SEASONAL INSIGHT Heat, Humidity & the Body’s Quiet Signals In TCM, summer belongs to the Heart and the Fire element — the season of expansion, warmth, and connection. But the environment we move through each day shapes our energy in ways that are easy to miss until the body speaks up. Hot, humid days can feel wonderful at first — warmth enlivens the body — but humidity is heavy, and over time it can leave you feeling sluggish, foggy, and strangely depleted even without much exertion. This is dampness accumulating. Staying well-hydrated, eating lightly, and resting in the heat of the afternoon are small but meaningful acts of care. Sunny, windy days carry their own quality — that scattered, unmoored feeling that makes it hard to settle into anything. Wind, in TCM, can stir and disperse energy. On those days especially, a few minutes of deep, slow breathing or a short Qi Gong practice can help you feel grounded and rooted again. It’s a gentle reset — and the body tends to receive it gratefully. Notice how the day’s weather is landing in your body and your mind. That noticing itself is the first step in tending your energy well. SEASONAL OFFERING Watermelon Salad for Hot Days In TCM, watermelon is one of summer’s great gifts — cooling, hydrating, and clearing excess heat from the body. This simple salad is less a recipe and more a ritual: something cool and beautiful to prepare slowly when the day is warm.What you need Watermelon, cubed · Cucumber, thinly sliced · Fresh mint · Feta cheese (optional) · A squeeze of lime · A drizzle of honey if you like a little sweet How to put it together Combine watermelon and cucumber in a bowl. Scatter torn mint leaves generously. Add feta if using. Squeeze lime over everything just before serving, and add honey if desired. Eat in the shade. That’s the whole practice.A note on watermelon: for those who tend toward cold digestion, enjoy it in smaller amounts and at room temperature rather than straight from the refrigerator. CLINIC NOTES Summer Hours & a Quick Booking Note Website update: The clinic website has been temporarily unavailable, but booking is open and easy through the online portal. You can access it directly at theqiway.noterro.com — or scan the QR code below.  Summer closure dates — please note: The clinic will be closed July 23–28. Reopening July 29. August 24–September 1. Reopening September 2. If you’d like to book before or after these dates, the portal is available anytime. With warmth, and wishing you fun & relaxing July. Lisa The Qi Way https://theqiway.noterro.com |