Aligning with the Season
It’s no wonder the Equinox is such a powerful symbol for new beginnings, growth, and renewal.
I think a lot about growth as we transition into spring. Even in business, relationships, and life, winter can feel like a time for reflection—a bit of hibernation.
But spring is when we emerge, perhaps with new ideas, a spring in our step, a desire to be outside in the sun, and a need to reconnect with others we haven’t seen since the holidays.
In the startup world, the concept of renewal and new beginnings is central to the idea of a growth mindset, a term introduced by psychologist Carol Dweck. Dweck’s research focuses on the belief that our abilities, intelligence, and potential for success are not fixed or limited. Instead, they can be developed over time through effort, learning, and persistence. We are meant to change and evolve: our bodies and minds crave it.
But what the Silicon Valley world often forgets is that we need time to rest and reflect in order to spark new ideas and creativity.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, nature and human nature are intertwined. In fact, there isn’t a separation between the human body and the world we exist in—your health includes your environment.
When we honor the seasons, we can align our energies in a way that feels balanced. Pushing ahead in the dead of winter is often futile—just like daffodils tempting fate by pushing through the snow too early.
Knowing the Equinox is less than a month away gives us time to prepare for renewal. We can draw inspiration from nature to help renew our mindsets, transform our lives, and make lasting change as we enter spring.
