Spring Equinox
Mar 20–22 · 木 · Wood
Typically falls on March 20–22. Day and night are equal in length — a perfect balance of yin and yang.
On Chūnfēn, day and night are equal in length. Ancient Chinese used this day to test eggs for balance, believing they could stand on end due to gravitational forces. It's also a day for ancestral worship, with families visiting graves to tend to their loved ones' resting places.
Spring Vegetable Cakes (春饼), tofu, and eggs. Eggs in particular were eaten to symbolize new life and balance. Some traditions hold that eating an egg on this day brings good luck for the rest of the year.
Story: Ancient Chinese believed that on the equinox, eggs could be balanced on their ends due to the equal gravitational forces of day and night. Families would compete to see who could balance an egg, believing it brought good fortune for the planting season ahead.
The equinox is the perfect time for balance in all areas — diet, sleep, and exercise. Try to maintain consistent meal times and sleep schedules. Fill your plate with fresh, seasonal vegetables. The ancient practice of eating spring vegetable cakes translates well today.
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