We are now at the peak of Visarga Kala, when the moon has more influence in the Northern Hemisphere and provides calming, soothing energy. The cold outside urges us to turn inwards, and this prevents the doshas from being over-stimulated by external factors and situations. In this “cocooning” atmosphere, Kapha and Agni contribute to protecting us from the cold. Through a digestive fire (Agni) that becomes stronger and asks for more nourishing food and bigger portions, we are strengthening and reinforcing our immunity, nourishing well the body tissues for the year to come. The three constitutions (prakruti) experience their Kapha increasing with the adipose tissue to protect from the cold: less for Vata people, moderate for Pitta people and more for Kapha people. In the energy, there’s a feeling of coming back to the warmth of our inner place. If this energy is imbalanced, it may give a sense of emptiness in the heart, dullness in the mind or feeling depressed or lonely (these are Vata or Kapha imbalances). During winter, we are going to assist the body to regenerate by keeping a strong digestive fire (Agni) – in the abdomen for an optimum nutrient assimilation, in the mind for clarity and in the heart for joy and kindness.