Ep 11. Seasonal Self-Care (Summer Heat, Winter Restoration)
AI image Meta description (140–160 chars): Learn how Koreans adapt wellness practices across four seasons—foods, habits, and rituals that balance body and mind year-round. Opening: Living with four distinct seasons Korea’s climate shifts dramatically—from humid summers to snowy winters. Rather than resisting, Koreans embrace seasonal rhythms with food, lifestyle habits, and wellness rituals that help the body adapt. This seasonal self-care approach is both practical and deeply cultural. Spring: cleansing and lightness Seasonal greens ( namul ): Young vegetables like shepherd’s purse ( naengi ) and mugwort ( ssuk ) detoxify and refresh. Doenjang-based soups: Light soybean paste soups aid digestion. Outdoor movement: Hiking and park walks become rituals of renewal. Wellness insight: Spring is for cleansing—eating lighter foods and moving outdoors to reset energy. Summer: cooling and resilience Samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup): Eaten on the three hottest days...