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The Fire Element and Summer
According to the Chinese calendar of seasons, summer in Southern Hemisphere begins November 7. We definitely already experience the joy of warmer and longer days, when we can be out and about, mingling with our friends, without worrying about the cold or rain. The trees show off their leaves, and some have incredibly beautiful and…
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The Wood Element and Spring
The Wood Element relates to vitality, growth, compassion, and the spring season. It is an upward yang energy. Observing nature with all the sprouts that are the result of the Earth resting and restoring during the winter season, or listening to the young chirps of birds in nests above us can really help understand the…
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The Water Element and Winter
7 April, 2023 In the theory of the Five Elements, Water is one of the two Yin Elements. It proceeds the Metal Element and autumn and is associated to the winter season. It represents the energy of conservation and storage. Winter is a time to rest, conserve energy, and restore. It resonates with the colours…
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The Metal Element and Autumn
24 February, 2023 In traditional Chinese philosophy, the five elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water) are used to describe the interactions and relationships between various phenomena in the natural world. Each Element is associated with certain properties and qualities, and is thought to influence and balance the others. In this system, the Metal Element…
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The Earth Element and Late Summer
17 January, 2023 January 17th can be just a date to you. However, in the Five Element tradition, it is the first day of transition from Fire/Summer to Metal/Autumn in the southern hemisphere (and from Water/Winter to Wood /Spring in the northern hemisphere), which will last until February 4th. It is transitional phase, that of…
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