Spring’s First Signs: Weather Lore, Energy Shifts & Seasonal Traditions
Spring’s First Signs: Weather Lore, Energy Shifts & Seasonal Traditions As winter loosens its grip, we see the first stirrings of spring! In this episode, we explore how both Eastern and Western traditions recognize this seasonal shift—Lì Chūn and Imbolc—marking the halfway point between the winter solstice and spring equinox. Todays episode topics- The natural signs of early spring and how they reflect ancient wisdom Weather lore—why a sunny day could mean six more weeks of winter February’s Wood energy and the Tiger month’s role in seasonal shifts Yi Jing Hexagram 11 (Unity): Balancing yin and yang as the seasons change Seasonal foods to stay healthy during this transition Five ways to honor the fresh energy of spring (without just spring cleaning!) Spring is all about renewal, growth, and balance—so let’s welcome it ! 📌 Sources & References: Li Chun- https://imperialharvest.com/blog/significance-of-li-chun/ Wikkipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wheel_of_the_Year Spring Ox and Cow Herder https://discover.hubpages.com/religion-philosophy/spring-cow-picture-in-chinese-almanac 👉 Follow me on TikTok! I’m working toward 1,000 followers so I can go live and do readings—help me reach my goal! Learn feng shui on TikTok 🔗 Connect with me: • Website: learnfengshui.com • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/learnfengshuinow/ • Newsletter: https://www.learnfengshui.com/blog ------- Time stamps Intro 00:00 Welcome 00:26 Li Chun and the solar new year 1:43 Agricultural markers 2:59 Spring energy of growth 4:24 The wisdom of the YiJing 5:16 Imbolic significance 6:35 Weather lore & predictions for spring 8:45 The Spring ox & cowherder 11:05 5 Ways to honor Spring 13:45 Closing thoughts 17:44