The Five Elements, Metal: The Season of Autumn

The concept of Five Elements is a philosophical system of correspondence created in ancient China through the observations of nature. Energetic cycles of life are explored through the dynamic interaction of elements/phases. The five elements in Chinese medicine are wood, fire, earth, metal, and water. Some people argue that the word “phase” is a better translation than “element,” as the Chinese word “xing” 行 indicates a process of moving, traveling and circulating, not a physical substance. But most English references use the word “element” when the idea is translated. Each of us has all five of these elements and ideally, they are in balance. The elements can be interpreted as energetic vibrations which dynamically interact, balance, transform and generate reality. Wood represents coming into being, sprouting and growing, spiraling upwards. Fire is the spark of passion, transforming and transmuting physical substance. Earth is a consolidating force, which nourishes and creates concrete reality. Metal represents death, decay, loss, purification and the return to source. Water illustrates the life force which is regenerative and procreative.

Emily Rowe, MD, AP, IFMCP is doing a series of classes on the Five Elements.  Everyone is welcome to attend the class.  The only pre-requisite to the class is a sense of curiosity about the dynamics of our world!  Please join us for a two-hour interactive presentation about the element of metal on Monday November 7^th 2022 from 7pm-9pm EST.