Living in Harmony with Winter: Recharge and Restore

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Embrace the Wisdom of Winter: Recharge, Restore, and Thrive

Discover the secrets of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to balance your energy, nourish your body, and cultivate emotional resilience this winter.

Calm Your Mind

Let Yourself Rest & Recharge

Tune Into the Moment

Thinking About Winter

Winter is a season of profound transformation. It invites you to rest, reflect, and restore your energy. Yet, staying balanced during this season can be challenging.

That’s where Living in Harmony with Winter comes in. This comprehensive course, taught by Dr. Juli Kramer, combines TCM wisdom, Qigong practices, dietary guidance, and emotional support to help you align with the season’s energy and live in harmony with winter.

What you'll learn.

  • Why winter is the season of rest and storage in TCM
  • How to nourish your body with seasonal foods and warm recipes
  • The connection between the water element and your emotions
  • Practical Qigong exercises for energy flow and immune support
  • How to use moxibustion and acupressure to enhance wellness
  • Simple habits to align with winter’s rhythm and thrive

Course Structure

Module 1: Chinese Medicine Perspective on Winter

Learn the foundational principles of winter in TCM. Explore the importance of rest, emotional balance, and seasonal transitions.

  • Free Access: Preview lessons such as “The Importance of Storage and Rest” and “Winter and Your Emotions.”

Module 2: Qigong for Winter Wellness

Harness the power of Qigong to support your energy during winter. Includes morning and evening routines, Taiyang exercises, and immunity-boosting practices.

  • Featured Lessons: “Winter Qigong Flow to Draw Inward” and “Eye Exercises to Boost Immunity.”

Module 3: Moxibustion and Acupressure

Discover the art of moxibustion and targeted acupressure to support kidney health, balance the heart, and address common winter ailments.

  • Highlights: “Introduction to Moxibustion” and “Acupressure Massage to Strengthen Your Kidneys.”

Module 4: Eating According to Winter and Your Constitution

Learn how to prepare your body with seasonal foods tailored to your unique constitution. Explore warming soups, recipes, and diet tips for winter wellness.

  • Key Topics: “Body Constitution and Qi,” “Warming and Nourishing Winter Soups,” and “Additional Food Recommendations and Recipes.”

What's included

20+ Lessons across four modules, blending text, video, and interactive exercises

Expert Guidance from Dr. Juli Kramer and James Saper, R.TCM.P, seasoned TCM practitioners

Practical Tools like recipes, Qigong routines, and acupressure techniques

Free Preview Content to explore before committing

Why this course is perfect for you

Feeling Drained or Unfocused? Learn how to align with winter’s energy to restore balance.

Looking for Seasonal Wellness Tools? Discover TCM practices tailored for winter.

Want to Build Emotional Resilience? Embrace the water element and its transformative power.

Bonuses:

  • FREE Module 1 Preview: Get started with foundational lessons on TCM’s perspective of winter at no cost—your first step toward seasonal wellness.
  • Lifetime Access: Enjoy unlimited access to all course materials, empowering you to revisit and apply winter practices year after year.
  • Exclusive Tools and Resources: Receive expert-crafted Qigong flows, acupressure techniques, and nourishing recipes designed to harmonize your body and mind with the season.

Testimonials

Informative, impactful, and high quality

"I loved how easy the course materials were to use and follow. The content was both informative and high quality, and I felt it really helped me achieve my goals for the winter season."

Practical tools, seamless learning

"I loved how easy the course materials were to use and follow. The content was both informative and high quality, and I felt it really helped me achieve my goals for the winter season."

Practical tools, seamless learning

"This course exceeded my expectations. It follows a logical sequence, making it easy to incorporate the lessons into my daily life. I especially loved the Qigong practices and seasonal eating tips!"

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Frequently asked questions

What is the focus of this course?

The course centers on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles for winter wellness. You’ll learn about rest, reflection, emotional balance, and practical tools like Qigong, moxibustion, acupressure, and seasonal eating to harmonize your body and mind with winter’s energy.

Who is this course for? 

This course is perfect for anyone seeking seasonal wellness. Whether you’re new to TCM or a seasoned practitioner, you’ll gain valuable insights to support your physical, emotional, and mental health during the winter.

What can I expect to learn in this course?

You’ll discover the importance of storage and rest, how the water element influences emotions, and practical wellness routines such as Qigong flows, acupressure techniques, and recipes for winter. Each module is designed to enhance your understanding of seasonal living.

Are there any free lessons?

Yes! Module 1, "Chinese Medicine Perspective on Winter," is completely free. You can explore foundational lessons like “The Importance of Storage and Rest During Winter” and “Winter and Your Emotions” to see how the course fits your needs.

Do I need prior experience in TCM or Qigong?

No prior experience is needed. Dr. Juli Kramer and James Saper provide clear and accessible guidance, making the course suitable for beginners and experienced learners alike.

What makes this course unique?

This course blends expert TCM knowledge with actionable practices, helping you align with winter’s energy for a healthier and more balanced season. It’s designed to support both your physical and emotional well-being.

According to Chinese medicine, the Cold Season (winter) is characterized by temperatures that are usually below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The Kidneys, Bladder, and bones are most vulnerable at this time. In the Su Wen it states that “Winter is a cold storage season. Qi gathers in the core of the body. Don’t disturb it…Warm up the body, store up energy to rejuvenate and to preserve life. Or the Kidney gets hurt…”Learn more about the tasks of storage and rest in this lesson.

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Watch this introductory video to learn about Chines medicine's perspective on winter, and how the Winter Movement Challenge will help you apply this information to be healthy and happy this winter.

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Water is the element associated with winter, which gives you the task of creating structure in your life to balance your emotions. Watch the video to learn more about emotional health during winter.

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The Chinese term for Winter Solstice (dong zhi ??) literally means the “extreme of yin,” and symbolically this node is represented by Hexagram 24, which is comprised of one Yang line at the bottom of 5 Yin lines.

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Great Cold is the last seasonal node of Winter. In just about 2 weeks both the lunar and solar beginning of Spring arrives.

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Qigong for Winter Wellness

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This qigong sequence consists of four simple qigong movements. Each one is meant to help the body tune itself to the winter season.

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This ancient sequence is one of The Five Animals qigong flows. In this sequence, you will perform the deer posture which helps you gather in and calm the body. This gathering in helps you build up needed essence to thrive with new growth in the spring.

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A wonderful qigong flow that combines your winter postures into one sequence.

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This full-length qigong flow with James Saper. This flow allows you to draw your energy inward to build yin energy.

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This qigong sequence of 4 movements that open meridian channels along the back of the body, taiyang. These channels protect the body from cold. It's also a pathway for the yang qi. As it rises up, it travels deep into the torso and nourishes the internal organs.

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The cold of winter tightens the body and restricts the flow of qi and blood, more so than any time of year. These morning movements warm the body and strengthens the Kidneys to keep you healthy and vibrant all winter long.

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Calming the body down from daily activities relaxes your nervous system and bring the blood out of the head. You also help the qi move from the outside to the inside, where it heals and protects your Zangfu organs. This regeneration is essential for a healthy immune system, calm mood, and flexible, energized movement.

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Caring for your eyes protects your Liver system, which in turn boosts your immunity. This lesson takes you through massages and exercises that nourish your eyes and keep you healthy.

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Moxibustion and Acupressure

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Whether you have an excess or deficiency condition, moxibustion therapy will bring your body back into balance. In this lesson you will learn more about how moxibustion works.

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Moxibustion can keep you healthy and strong if performed safely. Learn tips and tricks that will help you have a positive and safe experience. You will also read about precautions and contraindications for using moxa in this lesson.

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In this lesson, you will learn about specific patterns to keep your body warm and in balance this winter.

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This video teaches you specific acupressure points that will strengthen your Kidney and Bladder system. These points boost your immune system, help enliven your mood, and add a boost of youthful energy during the darker days of winter.

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Eating According to Winter and Your Constitution

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Winter starts in early November, according to the Chinese lunar calendar. There are special ways to think about food and eating at this time. This lesson includes a recipe for Ginseng Congee.

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Not all people have the same body constitution. Your own constitution can even change across the seasons and your lifetime. Explore your constitution and what what that means for your health in the winter.

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Qi is the vital life force or energy that flows through channels in the body. With adequate Qi, people can live a long and healthy life. Knowing your body constitution helps you identify how to best build Qi for your body in order to have a strong defense system and abundant health. 

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The most commonly used Chinese medicine constitution types divide people into nine different categories. This lesson provides a quick summary of these categories. Later lessons go into more detail about each type.

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This cooking class will show you how to prepare three warming winter soups that nourish you deep into your bones.

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Here’s a traditional recipe for Winter Solstice: Longan and Lamb Soup ?????

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This seasonal node is one of the coldest, most Yin times of the year. Blue garlice is a traditional dish eaten during this seasonal node.

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It's important to eat foods that warm the body. You also need to make sure to protect against dryness, eating and drinking nourishing soups and teas.

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About the teacher

Juli Kramer

Dr. Juli Kramer is a Holden Qigong Tier 2 certified qigong instructor. She also holds a diploma in Chinese Medicine Nutritional Therapy and multiple certificates in Chinese medicine. As a qigong and meditation teacher, Dr. Kramer understands the important role movement and meditation have on developing a healthy body and mind. Juli also has a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Counseling Psychology.