Living in Rhythm with the Changing Seasons
Spring
Spring
Spring
Primary dosha(s): Kapha/Pitta
Elements: Water and Earth/Fire
Themes: Clarity, Creativity, Cleansing
I release the old with grace and open to renewal.
Summer
Spring
Spring
Primary dosha: Pitta
Elements: Water and Fire
Themes: Expression, Joy, Radiance
I release control and let light in gently.
Autumn
Spring
Autumn
Primary dosha: Vata
Elements: Air and Ether (Space)
Themes: Slowing Down, Grounding, Inner Reflection
I am safe, held, and nourished by the Earth.
Winter
Spring
Autumn
Primary doshas: Vata + Kapha
Elements: Air and Ether + Water and Earth
Themes: Ojas (Life), Stillness, Restoration
My rest is sacred. My inner fire sustains me.
Spring: Kapha/Pitta Season & Fertility Awakening
Spring Mood
Heavy, moist, slow, fertile, introspective → awaken energy, lighten, renew
Spring Mantra
I awaken to possibility. I bloom from within.
Spring Focus
Fertility, renewal, digestion, lightening
Spring Simple Daily Shifts
- Wake with the sunrise and walk in the morning sun
- Use a tongue scraper and drink warm lemon water
- Practice energizing movement (sun salutations, walking)
- Eat light, warm, and spicy foods
- Clear clutter from your space + set new intentions
Spring Foods to Favor
- Leafy greens (chard, arugula, dandelion)
- Artichoke
- Asparagus
- Citrus fruits (lemon, grapefruit)
- Strawberries
- Peas
- Mung beans
- Basmati rice
Spring Spices to Favor
- Turmeric
- Ginger
- Cinnamon
- Tulsi
- Dandelion root
Spring Rituals to Embrace
- Dry brushing & abhyanga with warming oil
- Gentle movement: yoga, walking, dancing
- Digestive reset with a light diet
- Journaling to plant seeds of intention
Spring Aromatherapy
- Eucalyptus
- Rosemary
- Lemongrass
- Bright citrus oils (orange, bergamot)
Summer: Pitta Season & Cooling Flow
Summer Mood
Intense, driven, passionate, productive → soften, surrender, soothe
Summer Mantra
I soften into joy. I flow with grace.
Summer Focus
Cooling, hydration, emotional balance
Summer Simple Daily Shifts
- Wake early and go for a gentle walk before the heat
- Keep a gratitude or joy journal
- Eat hydrating, cool, and fresh foods
- Take midday rest or pause
- Mist face with rose water + practice slow, cooling breathing
Summer Foods to Favor
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Melons
- Coconut
- Peaches
- Basmati rice
- Mung dal
Summer SPICES TO FAVOR
- Mint
- Cilantro
- Aloe vera
- Fennel
- Rose
- Coriander
Summer Rituals to Embrace
- Midday rest
- Moonlight walks
- Cooling yoga (forward folds, twists)
- Rose water mist + aloe facial care
- Reflective journaling and play
Summer Aromatherapy
- Rose
- Sandalwood
- Vetiver
- Peppermint
- Lavender
Autumn: Vata Season & Gentle Reset
Autumn Mood
Windy, dry, ungrounded, creative → stabilize, nourish, root
Autumn Mantra
I root into stillness. I gather my light.
Autumn Focus
Grounding, nervous system support, lubrication
Autumn Simple Daily Shifts
- Wake slowly and sip warm herbal tea
- Oil your body before showering (abhyanga)
- Eat warm, oily, and grounding foods
- Reduce screen time + plan for quiet evenings
- Create a sacred evening wind-down routine
Autumn Foods to Favor
- Squash
- Sweet potatoes
- Carrots
- Ghee
- Soaked dates and figs
- Stewed apples and pears
- Mung dal
- Oats
- Tahini
Autumn SPICES TO FAVOR
- Licorice
- Cinnamon
- Ginger
- Cardamom
Autumn Rituals to Embrace
- Abhyanga with warming oil
- Stewed fruits
- Warm spiced teas
- Evening journaling or mantra practice
- Limit screen time + prioritize quiet time, especially before bed
Autumn Aromatherapy
- Frankincense
- Myrrh
- Ginger
- Clove
- Orange
- Vanilla
Winter: Vata + Kapha Season & Deep Nourishment
Winter Mood
Cold, slow, dark, introspective → build ojas, rest, tend inner fire
Winter Mantra
I honor my slowness. I nourish my being.
Winter Focus
Stillness, immunity, rest, inner fire
Winter Simple Daily Shifts
- Sleep longer and keep mornings soft and slow
- Massage warm oil onto your body + feet
- Eat warm soups, broths, and cooked grains
- Use candles + natural light for ambiance
- Bundle up + connect with Earth in nature
Winter Foods to Favor
- Root vegetables
- Cooked grains
- Soups or broths
- Kitchari
- Ghee
- Sesame seeds
- Soaked almonds
WinterSPICES AND HERBS TO FAVOR
- Cumin
- Clove
- Black pepper
- Nutmeg
- Turmeric
Winter Rituals to Embrace
- Abhyanga with warming oils + warm bath
- Hearty meals that warm the soul
- Slow and calm mornings
- Candlelight meditation
- Ojas journaling with gratitude and thankfulness
- Herbal tea by the fire or heater
Winter Aromatherapy
- Cedarwood
- Patchouli
- Cinnamon
- Clove
- Cardamom
- Vanilla