Category: TCM 5 Elements : Seasons

Y i Qi Li is k e y

25/5/2018

Time for us to check on our Yi Qi Li! WT?

Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that Yi (the mind) leads Qi (life energy) which creates Li (strength/flexibility of body) : basically, through directing the mind we move our energy and in turn, create physical strength ...cycling through ‘the three’ towards a balanced wholeness.

So, just as activity and strength are vital, meditation is just so : mindfulness retrains the mind to, in between wanderings, regain focus on what we are trying to achieve. Power of mind leads to a powerful and healthier body because Yi is our control centre and any Qi begins from this mental process before we can be energised and feel a fortified Li that can spark action!

If you feel stuck in your cycle towards balanced wholeness, TCM is a pivotal building block of kinesiology and can check ‘the three’ for blockages. Balanced Yi Qi Li is🔑!🙏🏻☀️breathe. listen. be well.
Parts from article ‘An Other Perspective’ by Jeff Shearer in The Art of Healing Vol 1 Issue 50 Mar/May 2015
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s u m m e r

26/2/2018

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At the ebb and flow of the seasons, it is time again to visit the Five Element theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the 5 being: Fire-Earth-Metal-Water-Wood. Each element is associated with certain seasons, organs, muscles, physiological processes, time of day, colour, taste, an innate virtue/emotion and block to that virtue and several more.
Although our warmest season is waning, today I'm belatedly spotlighting SUMMER, just one of the associations of the FIRE element and suitably depicted by the color, red. Fire governs integration-assimilation-circulation-protection and Summer brings a time of high energy, heat, growth, light, abundance, manifestation of Spring cultivating and the consciousness of one’s being.
Fire houses four meridians (energy systems) : Heart-Small Intestine-Pericardium-Triple Heater (Sanjiao) and rules all aspects of spirit : heart-mind-spirit. The innate virtue of Fire is PROPRIETY (doing the right thing/right time) and the block, HOLDING ONTO JOY or SADNESS.
Imbalance in this element can see sleep disturbance, skin eruptions, palpitations, restless energy/agitation, inappropriate laughter, nervousness or apathy. A balanced Fire element brings improved mood, a healthy heart and calm spirit through us tending to our inner fire - nurturing relationships, releasing grudges, being outgoing in enjoying Summer’s bounty - it brings enthusiasm for life. Summer naturally encourages us into this time for joy through holidays and increased outdoor socialisation.
Activate Fire’s shen (spirit/soul) through waking earlier/retiring later and resting in between (say yes t’ siesta!), staying hydrated, eating cool, raw foods (mix bitter flavors of Summer greens with some pungent ones to balance perspiration) and keeping even-tempered as anger can exacerbate heat. Basically, for what Summer days we have left, keep your cool to keep cool and vice versa - your Fire element qi will thank you. Have you recognised any of these characteristics over your Summer?🔥☀️🙏🏻TCM is a pivotal tool in kinesiology • breathe. listen. be well. #kinesiology #traditionalchinesemedicine #energyhealing #balance #homeostasis #health #mindbodysoul #holistichealth #wellness #southmelbourne #portmelbourne #stkilda #melbourne #preventativemedicine

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s p r i n g

14/9/2017

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"With the coming of Spring, I am calm again." - Gustav Mahler.
The ebb and flow of the seasons is time again to visit the Five Element theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the 5 being: Fire-Earth-Metal-Water-Wood. Each element is associated with certain seasons, organs, muscles, physiological processes, time of day, colour, taste, an innate virtue/emotion and block to that virtue and several more.
Although winter is lingering, today I'm spotlighting SPRING, which is just one of the associations of the WOOD element. The element governs planning and decision making and houses the vital pairing of the Liver and Gallbladder meridians (energy systems). Wood's innate virtue is BENEVOLENCE (kindness/forgiveness) and block, ANGER.
Imbalance in this element can see anger (inward or outward) used inappropriately rather than as an impetus for productive action. A balanced Wood element brings adaptability during this time of surprising growth, allowing for rational planning and decisiveness rather than frustration and extremes.
Thankfully, Spring naturally coaxes us into a soft awakening, a kindness towards ourselves and others as counterbalance to the irritability of being roused from hibernation!
Activate Wood's hun (spirit/soul) through flexible movement-walking, Tai Chi, gentle yoga; go for green foods and payback your endlessly cleansing liver/gallbladder with tonifying warm water with lemon juice. A back massage, particularly below the shoulder blades may also help! Your Wood element qi will thank you 🌳🙏🏻TCM is a pivotal tool in kinesiology #kinesiology #TCM #energyhealing #balance #health #mindbodysoul #wellness #holistichealing #preventativemedicine

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w i n t e r

28/6/2017

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"Everything that appears in the physical realm is always connected with energy flow at the invisible level." - Nan Lu. Such is the template of the Five Element theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the 5 being: Fire-Earth-Metal-Water-Wood. Each element is associated with certain seasons, organs, muscles, physiological processes, time of day, colour, taste, an innate virtue/emotion and block to that virtue and several more.
For obvious reasons, today I'm spotlighting WINTER, which is just one of the associations of the WATER element. The element is the body fluid store and governs the vital pairing of Kidney and Bladder meridians (energy systems). Water's innate virtue is WISDOM and block, FEAR. Imbalance in the Water element can naturally therefore place stress on the adrenals.
It is important in Winter to rest; slow down; hibernate; conserve energy; seek calm/yin exercises like yoga, swimming, or walking; eat hearty warm foods - hold on a minute, these are things we innately want to do during Winter ...and in that we can see the 'invisible level' Nan Lu refers to!
So rug up and rest up this season. Rubbing the ears or balls of the feet may also help! Your Water element qi will thank you💦🙏🏻TCM is a pivotal tool in kinesiology #kinesiology #TCM #energyhealing #balance #health #preventativemedicine

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