Sunday, December 12, 2010

THE FIVE ELEMENTS : WOOD

Otherwise known as Mu, the pioneer, wood brings its natural properties to the individual. It is strong, often pliable and can take a lot of strain. It has roots which usually go very deep into the ground providing sustenance and stability. In addition it produces leaves, flowers, and possibly fruit that are, of course, seeds that are spread for the perpetuation of the species.

Green and blue is the color associated with this element, apart from dark blues which fit elsewhere. Spring is the season of wood and anyone born in this season ( roughly from the beginning of February to the beginning of May ) is optimistic and bursting with ideas. Some of the other aspects of character corresponding to this element are given opposite.

Illness may result from imbalances and in the case of this element, typical complaints would include pains in the back, irritability, indecision, liver and gall bladder ailments, weakness or paralysis of the limbs, and eye problems. These reflect the parts of the body that tend to be linked with wood and hence the areas that suffer when there is a disparity.


Certain occupations are allied more with wood than the other elements. These include many of the creative vocations such as writing, painting, photography, music and interior design. These professions clearly exemplify the creative nature of such individuals. In addition, occupation relating to architecture and the landscape would not be uncommon.

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