📅 Today's Chinese Almanac — July 31, 2026

农历: 丙午年 六月十七 (Fire Horse Year, 6th Month Day 17)

宜 (Auspicious): 祈福 (Pray) · 祭祀 (Rituals) · 出行 (Travel) · 纳采 (Receive)

忌 (Avoid): 安葬 (Burial) · 动土 (Break Ground)

📋 July survived! From 三伏天 to 大暑 to the Fire→Earth shift — review the hottest month of 2026 and prep for autumn.

July was our most comprehensive month ever — 30 articles covering peak summer from every angle: feng shui deep dives, TCM body wellness, food therapy recipes, seasonal solar terms, and lifestyle guides. Here's your cliff-notes recap and what's coming next.

July by the Numbers

Articles published30
Feng Shui articles9 (Bathroom, Renters, Outdoor, Home Office, Kitchen, Colors, New Buyers, Mirrors, Travel)
TCM Body Wellness articles8 (Heat Stroke, Sleep, Sanfu, Skin Care, Dampness, Heart Health, Weight, Workout Recovery)
Food Therapy articles6 (Clear Heat Foods, Mung Bean, Herbal Iced Teas, Kitchen Cooking, Children's, BBQ Wellness)
Seasonal/Cultural articles5 (July Kickoff, Independence Day, Xiaoshu, Dashu, Fire→Earth Transition)
Lifestyle articles2 (AC vs Natural Cooling, August Preview)

Top 5 Must-Read Articles (If You Missed Them)

#ArticleWhy It Matters
1Sanfu Days Complete GuideThe most important 40 days for winter disease prevention. Time-sensitive (happening NOW).
2Summer Dampness EliminationIf you're tired, bloated, or foggy — dampness is likely the cause. Self-diagnosis quiz inside.
3Feng Shui Mirrors GuideOne badly placed mirror can undermine your entire home's feng shui. Comprehensive rules for every room.
45 Herbal Iced TeasCool down without damaging your spleen. 5 recipes you can make in 10 minutes.
5Fire→Earth TransitionThe most overlooked seasonal shift. Prepare now or struggle through autumn.

Key Takeaways from July

CategoryTop Lesson
TCMProtect the Heart in summer. Everything from sleep to diet to exercise should support Heart qi and clear Heart fire.
Feng ShuiMirrors are the most powerful tool — and most common mistake. Check every mirror in your home against the placement rules.
Food TherapyDampness is the #1 enemy. Red bean barley water, lotus leaf tea, and avoiding cold/raw foods are your daily weapons.
SeasonalPrepare early. The Fire→Earth transition begins now, and Liqiu arrives August 7th. Start adjusting before the weather signals change.

August Sneak Peek

TopicPreview
Liqiu Solar Term GuideComplete guide to the Start of Autumn. What to eat, how to adjust your home.
Lung Health for AutumnLung is autumn's organ. We'll cover nourishing yin, moistening dryness, and immune boosting.
Back-to-School Feng ShuiStudy space setup, concentration enhancement, and student wellness for the school year.
Autumn Skincare + Hair CareDryness is autumn's challenge. TCM approaches to preventing dry skin and hair loss.
Zhong Yuan Festival (Ghost Month)The spiritual side of August. Dos and don'ts for the 7th lunar month.

Frequently Asked Questions

July was our most comprehensive month ever — 30 articles covering peak summer from every angle: feng shui deep dives, TCM body wellness, food therapy recipes, seasonal solar terms, and lifestyle guides. Here's your cliff-notes recap and what's coming next.

9 (Bathroom, Renters, Outdoor, Home Office, Kitchen, Colors, New Buyers, Mirrors, Travel)

The most important 40 days for winter disease prevention. Time-sensitive (happening NOW).

Protect the Heart in summer. Everything from sleep to diet to exercise should support Heart qi and clear Heart fire. Mirrors are the most powerful tool — and most common mistake.

Complete guide to the Start of Autumn. What to eat, how to adjust your home. Lung is autumn's organ.

Personal Seasonal Consultation

Every season brings different energy. A quarterly consultation aligns your home, diet, and lifestyle with the changing qi — ensuring you flow with nature rather than against it.

Book Quarterly Check-In