The wood element embodies growth, expansion and creativity. It is responsible for upward movement and can be strong and forceful when needed, just like an emerging plant obstructed by a rock.

Water is the most yin of all elements. Deep and internal in nature, it represents stillness, darkness, and nourishment. Soft yet powerful, this substance cuts through the most durable of matter and moves around any obstacle.

The fire element is associated with warmth, energy, transformation, and illumination. Fire provides the warmth necessary for physiological processes in the body to take place and also illuminates our life to bring more mental clarity .

The dragon is the only mythical creature in the Chinese zodiac and is regarded as highly auspicious. It is viewed as a symbol of luck and prosperity and is believed to bring financial success. The dragon is the archetype of strength, power, adaptability, and creativity. Looking ahead, we see a year full of possibilities!

The earth element and season are associated with the spleen and stomach organs. Physiologically, the earth organ’s functions are two fold: they are responsible for digestion, absorption, and distribution of fluids and nutrients throughout the body, while simultaneously filtering waste for removal.Psychologically, the earth element empowers a healthy ability to process and integrate experiences, knowledge, thoughts and emotions.

Metal is perhaps, the most *mysterious* of the five elements. The metal element is imbued with qualities that manifest in less obvious ways than the other four elements: earth, water, wood, and fire…

Discover your TCM element and what that means for your psyche, moods, behavior, and habits.