The First Day of Spring Is Heralded by Thunder

The First Day of Spring Is Heralded by Thunder
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Moreen Liao
By Moreen Liao, R.Ph. of TCM (Taiwan)
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A solar term is a period of about two weeks and is based on the sun’s position in the zodiac. Solar terms form the traditional Chinese calendar system. The calendar follows the ancient Chinese belief that living in accordance with nature will enable one to live a harmonious life. This article series explores each solar term, offering guidance on how to best navigate the season.

The first day of spring on March 20 bursts onto the scene at the tail end of the solar term “Insects Awaken” (March 5 to 20), which is characterized by lots of thunder.

Moreen Liao
Moreen Liao
R.Ph. of TCM (Taiwan)
Moreen was born into a family with a lineage of four generations of traditional Chinese medicine doctors and professors. She was Dean of the Natural Therapies Institute in Sydney, Australia. Drawing on her family heritage, she created a certified organic wellness brand, and co-founded the largest Chinese medical image encyclopedia online.
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