Lungs and Large Intestine Season

Autumn is a time for nature to lose water, for organic substances to disappear from leaves and fruit. The sap begins to descend, and nature prepares to face the rigours of winter. This is the season of the metal element, a time of decline.

Autumn is a time for contemplation, for going inward, for maintaining clarity of mind, integrity and rigour. The time has come to get organised, make decisions and get things done. It's also a time for communication.

The organs with the most energy are the lungs and the large intestine. Like the spleen, the lungs are the source of acquired Qi, redistributing the energy acquired from food, water and air. It also influences the metabolism of fluids and breath. The lungs control the health of the skin, and climate and dryness are important for the skin. And to ensure that the skin is always better hydrated, it's best to breathe through the nose, which is more hydrating and less drying than breathing through the mouth.