Awakening Qi: Herbs, Rituals & Massage for Spring Renewal
This morning, I walked my kid to school under a steady Portland drizzle, the kind that seeps into your clothes and lingers in your bones. But even in the damp chill, signs of spring were everywhere—camellias and daffodils blooming bright against the gray, crocuses pushing up through the earth in our yard. The crows, ever watchful, were busy nesting in our budding magnolia tree. Even on the coldest mornings, the season is shifting, bringing new energy with it.
Spring is the season of renewal, movement, and expansion—the time to stretch beyond winter’s stillness and step into fresh energy. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, spring belongs to the Wood Element, governing growth and the smooth flow of Qi (vital energy).
At Lavender Moon Wellness, we embrace this seasonal shift with herbs, ritual, and bodywork to support rising Qi—helping you clear stagnation, nourish your body, and move forward with ease.
Spring’s Herbal Allies: Qi-Rich & Restorative
As we emerge from winter, our bodies crave nourishment and movement. These herbs support the body’s natural renewal process, helping to awaken the senses, boost circulation, and clear away sluggishness:
Nettles – A powerhouse of vitamins and minerals, nettles fortify the body, build blood, and support seasonal transitions.
Ginger – A warming herb that gently stokes the digestive fire, moves stagnant Qi, and helps shake off the last chill of winter.
Schisandra – This adaptogenic berry supports the liver, a key organ of spring in TCM, and helps the body manage stress while encouraging vitality.
Spearmint – A fresh, uplifting herb that gently moves stuck energy, supports digestion, and helps clear the mind.
Goji Berry – A deeply nourishing fruit that supports the liver and kidneys, boosts energy, and enhances overall resilience.
These vibrant herbs come together in Qi Rising, the first tea in our Ritual Box Subscription. Thoughtfully blended to support the upward, expansive energy of spring, this tea helps you welcome renewal, clarity, and flow.
The Fool’s Journey: Lighting the Path Forward
Spring is a season of beginnings—the moment we take our first steps into the unknown with curiosity and courage. It’s only fitting that our first Ritual-Inspired Tarot Candle in The Luminary Edition is The Fool.
The Fool represents the start of a new adventure, an open heart, and a beginner’s mind. Much like the first tendrils of a seedling reaching toward the sun, this energy invites us to step forward with trust and excitement.
Lighting The Fool candle is a way to honor this season’s unfolding potential, embracing both uncertainty and opportunity with warmth and intention.
Holistic Massage for Renewal & Flow
As we move into this time of increased activity, our bodies may hold onto winter’s stagnation—whether in the form of tight muscles, sluggish circulation, or a nervous system that hasn’t quite caught up to the season’s shift.
Our new 75-minute holistic massage sessions offer the perfect balance of focused work and deep relaxation, helping to restore flow and ease. For an even more profound reset, our 120-minute sessions allow for:
More time to settle into nervous system regulation
Deeper, more intentional work on problem areas
A truly restorative experience, helping you emerge refreshed and renewed
To further support the movement of Qi, we also offer cupping and gua sha as part of your massage at no additional cost. These traditional techniques help to release stagnation, increase circulation, and promote deep muscular and fascial relaxation.
Cupping uses gentle suction to lift and decompress the tissues, helping to relieve tight muscles and improve blood flow.
Gua sha uses smooth-edged tools to scrape the skin and fascia, breaking up stagnation and promoting lymphatic movement.
Give yourself the space to move, grow, and expand with the season. Book your session today, and if cost is a barrier, check out our Community Care Program—because wellness should be accessible to all.
Step Into Spring With Intention
Spring invites us to shake off the old and embrace the new. Whether through herbs, ritual, or bodywork, this season is a time to align with the natural rhythms of renewal. However you choose to welcome spring’s energy, know that we’re here to support you—body, mind, and spirit.
