The February 4, 2026 brand, according to the Chinese solar calendar, the official arrival of spring. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this date corresponds not only to a gradual change in climate, but also to a major energy transition.
Spring symbolizes the Renaissance, The movement, L'creative impulse and the return of life after the winter storage phase.
This is a key period for revive energyto harmonize body and mind, and lay the foundations for a balanced year on a physical, emotional and mental level.
Chinese Spring 2026: Season of the Liver and Wood
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), each season is associated with a element, A organ, a emotion and one energy movement.
Spring is linked to:
- The Wood element
- The Liver and the Gallbladder
- The movement of expansion and rise
- The emotion of angerbut also creativity and self-affirmation
The liver is responsible for the free flow of Qi (vital energy) throughout the body. It also governs:
- Tendons and muscles
- The eyes
- The menstrual cycle
- The ability to plan, decide and move forward in life
When the Liver's energy flows freely, we feel flexible, motivated, clear and inspiredWhen it stagnates, tension, irritability, fatigue, digestive problems or muscle pain appear.
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Sensations on the body and mind at the beginning of Chinese spring
An energetic awakening that is sometimes uncomfortable
The transition from winter to spring can be experienced in contrasting ways. The Yang energy begins to rise again, but the body is not always ready to follow immediately.
Common signs of spring imbalance include:
- Persistent fatigue despite longer days
- Tension in the neck, shoulders or back
- Headaches, migraines
- Slow digestion or bloating
- Irritability, impatience, emotional hypersensitivity
- Difficulty planning ahead or making decisions
These manifestations often reflect a Stagnation of the Qi of the Liveraccumulated during the winter.
A call for movement and inner renewal
On a psychological level, spring invites us to:
- Breaking free from winter introspection
- Regaining momentum, the desire to create and to act
- Clarify your intentions and plans
- Allow new ideas to emerge
It's a season conducive to personal renewal, but it requires gradual adaptation to avoid exhaustion or dispersion.
👉 Pleasure is not in the quantity, but in the quality of presence.
Supporting the body through diet according to Traditional Chinese Medicine during the Chinese spring
Lighten and circulate
In spring, food should accompany the upward movement of energy, without weighing it down.
The main dietary principles:
- Favor dishes light, warm and easy to digest
- Gradually reduce your intake of very rich, fatty or heavy foods
- Promote the slightly acidic flavorwhich supports the Liver
Foods recommended in spring
To support the liver
- Green vegetables: spinach, broccoli, Swiss chard, arugula
- Young shoots, germinations
- Leeks, fennel, asparagus
- Lemon, grapefruit (in moderation)
- Parsley, coriander, mint
To restart digestion
- Semi-brown rice
- Light vegetable soups
- Short broths
- Well-cooked legumes in small quantities
What you should avoid
- Excessive alcohol consumption
- Foods that are too fatty or fried
- Refined sugars
- Excessive consumption of raw food is recommended if digestion is sensitive.
The goal is not to “detoxify at all costs”, but to restore fluidity in digestive and energy functions.
Acupressure to release Liver energy for Chinese spring
Acupressure is a simple and effective tool to support the spring transition.
Key points to focus on:
Liver 3 (Tai Chong)
- Located on the top of the foot, between the big toe and the second
- Releases stagnation of Liver Qi
- Soothes irritability and tension
👉 Gentle massage, 1 to 2 minutes per foot
Large Intestine 4 (He Gu)
- Between the thumb and index finger
- Promotes the overall circulation of Qi
- Relieves headaches and tension
⚠️ Not recommended for pregnant women
Gallbladder 34 (Yang Ling Quan)
- Below the knee, on the outside of the leg
- Relaxes muscles and tendons
- Facilitates decision-making
💪Practice without moderation
Qi Gong: gently getting the body moving again this Chinese spring
Spring is the ideal season for resume the movement, but without brutality.
Principles of Spring Qi Gong
- Slow, broad, and circular movements
- Gentle stretches of the sides and legs
- Synchronization of breath and movement
Benefits
- Unblocks winter stagnation
- Nourishes the tendons and muscles
- Calms the mind
- Boosts overall vitality
A daily practice of 10 to 15 minutes enough to feel the effects.
Practical tips for making the most of the start of Chinese Spring 2026
Adjust your pace
- Get up slightly earlier
- Expose yourself to natural light
- Resume physical activity gradually
Supporting emotional balance
- Express what has been retained during the winter
- Avoid the buildup of frustrations
- Cultivate patience and flexibility
Create renewal rituals
- Clean and air your living space
- Clarify your priorities
- Write down your intentions for the coming months
Chinese spring, a season in rhythm
The arrival of spring, the February 4, 2026, marks the awakening of vital energy and the opening to a new cycle of growth.
By supporting the Liver, promoting the flow of Qi, and aligning with the natural rhythm of the seasons through diet, acupressure, and Qi Gong, it is possible to experience this transition with more lightness, clarity and inner drive.
Spring doesn't require speed, but rather...just go : in harmony with the rhythm of nature and that of one's own body. 🌱