In this episode, we get into the sense of touch and the discomfort of confronting the effects of the forest fires in Canada. Jamie has woven a soundscape that takes us from the humid sticky feeling of summer to the strange existential crisis that we all brushed fingers with as the air quality alerts continue to pop up on our phones, all the way to our innermost sanctuary by spending some time with our heart meridian points.

The season of summer in Chinese medicine is represented by the element of fire and that sets the tone for a lot of the way that Summer is experience. This is an exploration of the ways that we, as humans can be touched, or touch others. It is a different way of seeing, or being in the world and a portal to another dimension.

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In this episode of Contextual, host Jamie shares an embodied exercise to practice changing perspective and increasing awareness of our cognitive biases. We explore and enjoy our sense of sight as we learn how to see the world from a different point of view. Through the lens of the Liver and Gallbladder Meridians, Jamie guides the listener through an acupressure exercise to help bring balance to intense feelings of frustration and anger.

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In this episode of Contextual, the focus is on the sense of hearing, through the practice of creating a soundscape and a brief breath-work exercise. Jamie guides you through ujjayi pranayama and multiple ways to experience sound more deeply. The episode also touches on the archetype of wind and the lessons it can teach about change and embracing the unexpected. Jamie shares insights on how wind can teach us to adapt to life's changes and challenges, and find beauty in the unexpected moments. Through this exploration of sound and symbolism, listeners are invited to embark on a journey of self-discovery and a shift in perspective.

In the second episode, Jamie talks about the sense of smell and the memories associated with it. Especially how there are certain smells and scents that we associate with childhood or pivotal moments or friendships. She shares her personal connection with the scent of jasmine and encourages listeners to reflect on a scent that is meaningful to them. She talks about the personal nature of smell and how it can transport us to different times and places.

In this episode of Contextual, the host explores the multi-sensory experience of homecoming. She begins on a journey through the senses of touch, smell, sight, sound, and taste to evoke the feeling of coming home. Through her personal experience as a Chinese American woman, she discusses the importance of speaking up and being vulnerable, and how exploring the sensations of what feels like home can help us connect with our own identity and traditions. This episode focuses on taste and the memories associated with it, and invites listeners to reflect on their own taste memory.

"Contextual" is a podcast hosted by Jamie Ni that explores human design, seasonal living, and the wisdom of Chinese medicine. The podcast aims to offer a soft and soothing corner of the internet for listeners to explore new perspectives and ways of thinking. By sharing personal experiences and insights, Jamie hopes to inspire listeners to peel back the layers of conditioning and connect on a deeper level with the world around them.

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