Written by Amy Kida, Integrative Bodywork Therapist
Amy Kida is known for her ability to listen to the body and feel disruptions on many cellular levels. She is the owner of Earth 2 Soul, a multi-use therapy facility located in upstate NY. A place to receive bodywork, explore art therapy workshops, Yoga classes, community conversation classes, and learn about multi-level healing/self-care.
When you hear the word "elements," what comes to mind? Do you envision a dusty periodic table from high school, or perhaps dive into ancient philosophies that date back to before Christ? Or maybe it’s just a familiar term floating through your consciousness without much meaning.
For centuries, people across the globe have embraced five fundamental elements, Fire, Water, Earth, Metal, and Wood, as essential energies that foster ultimate harmony and well-being. Beyond the confines of science, these elements serve as a guiding framework for everything from healing practices to home decor, offering a roadmap to balance in our everyday lives.
Each element resonates with specific qualities: sound, color, organs, seasons, times of day, and even textures. They embody the essence of nature and the intricacies of our existence, intertwining in a continuous flow of energy that shapes our daily experiences.
Delving deeper into these elements opens the door to understanding how to nurture and channel their energies. This knowledge not only enhances your self-care routine but can also lead to a more harmonious existence both within your body and in your living environment. Whether you seek the guidance of an acupuncturist for internal balance or hire a Feng Shui consultant to optimize your space, embracing the elements can lead to profound transformations.
Feeling stuck? It might be time to recalibrate your energy by focusing on the elements around you.
The five elements in detail
Metal
Colors: White, Silver, Grey, Metallic
Chakra: 4th
Active Hours: 3-7 AM (Time for elimination)
Season: Autumn
Organs: Lungs, Large Intestine
Emotion: Grief, Self-Worth
Represents: Structure
Water
Colors: Blue, Black
Chakras: 2nd and 6th
Active Hours: 3-7 PM (Time for filtration)
Season: Winter
Organs: Kidneys, Bladder
Emotion: Fear
Represents: Fluidity
Earth
Color: Brown
Chakra: 5th
Active Hours: 7-11 AM (Time for digestion and nutrient absorption)
Season: Late Summer
Organs: Stomach, Spleen
Emotion: Sympathy, Reflection
Represents: Grounding
Wood
Color: Green
Chakras: 1st and 7th
Active Hours: 11 PM-3 AM (Time for detoxifying)
Season: Spring
Organs: Liver, Gallbladder
Emotion: Anger
Represents: Growth
Fire
Colors: Red, Pink
Chakra: 3rd
Active Hours: 11 AM-3 PM (Promotes digestion and circulation)
Season: Summer
Organs: Heart, Small Intestine, Pericardium, Triple Burner
Emotion: Passion, Aggression
Represents: Transformation
Finding your balance
Understanding the interplay of these elements can guide you toward greater balance and well-being. Each one has its own unique energy and purpose, influencing not just your physical health but also your emotional landscape. By aligning with these energies, you can cultivate a more harmonious existence, fostering both personal growth and a comfortable living environment.
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Amy Kida, Integrative Bodywork Therapist
Amy Kida is a licensed massage therapist, with 25+ years’ experience in bodywork and energy movement. Amy can palpate rhythms and disruptions in the body that correlate with muscular, visceral, craniosacral and fascia systems. In addition, she has training in reflexology, aromatherapy, somatic emotional release, Feng Shui and more! Her years of experience and training allow her to touch and listen to the body, she is a master in her field of intuition and touch communication.
