Gyeongchip (경칩) marks the awakening of spring — when circulation rises, Liver energy becomes active, and subtle tension may appear in the body. Gentle movement, warm teas like barley and chrysanthemum, and nourishing seasonal foods support smooth flow and balance, helping you step into spring with ease and energy.

Usu marks the soft arrival of moisture after winter’s dryness—a time when the body begins to loosen, circulate, and awaken with early spring energy. This seasonal shift invites gentle movement, liver support, and nourishing teas to help the body transition from stiffness to flow.

Ipchun marks the beginning of spring in Korean medicine, a time when the body is still adjusting after winter. Learn how a few minutes of daily meditation can calm the nervous system, support mental clarity, and prepare your body for the new season.

Ipchun (立春) marks the beginning of spring in Korean medicine’s 24 Jeolgi calendar. This quiet transition from winter focuses on gently awakening energy, supporting circulation, and nourishing the body with light, warming foods and teas to prepare for a balanced spring.

Pine Nut Juk is a warm, nourishing porridge perfect for Daehan, the coldest period of winter in Korean medicine. Learn how this simple recipe supports digestion, strengthens the kidneys, and provides gentle energy to help your body stay balanced and cozy during the deep winter season.

Daehan (대한) marks the deepest winter phase in Korean medicine’s 24 Jeolgi calendar. Lasting from late January to early February, this season emphasizes rest, warmth, and deep nourishment to protect kidney energy, support immunity, and prepare the body for the transition into spring.

A warming Ginger & Jujube Tea recipe for Sohan (小寒), supporting digestion, immunity, and balance during the coldest season in Korean medicine.

Learn about Sohan -소한(小寒), the start of the coldest Korean medicine season, and how diet, tea, and acupuncture support immunity and balance.

24 Jeolgi is a Korean medicine seasonal calendar that divides the year into 24 phases, guiding acupuncture, diet, and preventive health care in alignment with natural seasonal changes.