Cooling the Heat: A Midsummer Routine

It’s July 30th. The Sun and Jupiter are sitting in Pushya, making this a heavy time for the gut and the heart. You’re likely feeling the fire of summer, especially with Venus finishing its transit in Leo. When things get this intense, don't fight the burn.

Eat cooling, bitter greens today. Focus on cilantro, cucumber, and coconut water to keep your Pitta dosha in check. Avoid the heavy spices. Your body is trying to balance the heat of the Sun in Cancer, so keep your meals light and your pace slow.

I’ve found that sipping room-temperature water with a squeeze of lime works better than anything else during these transit peaks. Don't skip your evening walk either. With the Moon in Shravana, you need to ground your feet into the earth to quiet the noise in your mind. It’s not about doing more. It’s about doing less, but with intention. Your karmic debts aren't settled by rushing. They’re settled by showing up for your own physical health first.