Wisdom of the Earth, Wisdom of the Body: A Seasonal Guide to Chinese Medicine and Yoga for Balance and Vitality - Softcover

Raye, Jennifer

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1645471721 ISBN 13: 9781645471721

Publisher: Shambhala, 2025

Synopsis

Experience vibrant health and balance through a unique, seasonal self-care approach that intertwines the earth-based wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with yoga and meditation.

In this practical exploration, experienced Chinese medicine practitioner and yoga teacher Jennifer Raye guides you through movement, mindfulness, and healing practices that align with the natural rhythm of the seasons.

Drawing on these time-tested systems, Raye offers modern insights into using yoga postures, healing foods, herbal medicine, meditation, and other practices to balance the body and mind in an accessible and holistic way. This book includes:

• A unique way to understand your body, mind, and spirit based on the natural rhythm of the seasons.

• An easy-to-understand exploration of five-element theory and how it manifests in your life.

• Suggestions on what foods and lifestyle practices to implement at different times of the year.

• Yoga practices and postures that target the organs and meridians according to the Chinese medicine model.

• Numerous meditations, breathing techniques, inquiry suggestions, and journal exercises to maintain health and balance your energy.

• Inspiration to heal your spiritual self and transform your heart to benefit the world we share.

• And much more!

About this title

About the Author

Jennifer Raye is an internationally recognized Chinese Medicine practitioner and yoga and meditation teacher. She holds a doctorate in Traditional Chinese Medicine with professional licensure in acupuncture and herbal medicine.

Jennifer’s unique approach, which resonates with a diverse range of students, reflects her comprehensive formal training and extensive clinical and teaching experience. Her work is a holistic and integrative blend of Chinese Medicine, yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, holistic nutrition, somatic studies, and therapeutic movement. Classes and programs with Jennifer weave physical remedies and practices with contemplative awareness, as well as philosophical, energetic, and anatomical teachings.

In addition to writing and maintaining her private medical practice, Jennifer teaches online and in-person workshops, retreats, and teacher training courses in holistic healing and the meditative arts. Jennifer is grateful to live and work nestled in the mountains and forest of British Columbia, Canada. Learn more at jenniferraye.com.

Edition details

• Publisher: Shambhala
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1645471721
• ISBN 13: 9781645471721
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 312