Earth Element土
tǔ | stability, nourishment
Characteristics
Physical Properties
- Color: yellow
- Direction: center
- Season: late summer
Personality Traits
Description
Earth represents stability, nourishment, and reliability. Earth people are practical, reliable, and have a strong sense of responsibility. They are nurturing, stable, and hardworking, often serving as the foundation for others.
Element Relationships
Generation Cycle
fire generates earth, which generates metal.
What this means: Earth is nourished by fire and in turn nourishes metal.
Fire creates Earth (as ash), which bears Metal.
Control Cycle
wood controls earth, which controls water.
What this means: Earth is controlled by wood and in turn controls water.
Wood parts Earth, which absorbs Water.
Applications in Daily Life
Health & Wellness
Earth energy is associated with the stomach and spleen. To balance earth energy, establish routines, eat nourishing foods, and create a stable home environment.
Environment & Feng Shui
Include earth elements through ceramics, square shapes, and low furniture. Use yellow and brown tones to create stability and nourishment in your space.
Personal Development
Strengthen earth energy by building reliable habits, nurturing relationships, and creating security. Practice empathy and develop your ability to support others.