Wood Element

| growing, expanding

Characteristics

Physical Properties

  • Color: green
  • Direction: east
  • Season: spring

Personality Traits

creativeidealisticflexiblecooperativegenerous

Description

Wood represents growth, expansion, and vitality. Wood people are creative, idealistic, and have a strong sense of social justice. They are flexible and adaptable, with a cooperative nature and generous spirit.

Element Relationships

Generation Cycle

w
w
f

water generates wood, which generates fire.

What this means: Wood is nourished by water and in turn nourishes fire.

Water nourishes Wood, which feeds Fire.

Control Cycle

m
w
e

metal controls wood, which controls earth.

What this means: Wood is controlled by metal and in turn controls earth.

Metal chops Wood, which parts Earth.

Applications in Daily Life

Health & Wellness

Wood energy is associated with the liver and gallbladder. To balance wood energy, practice flexibility exercises, spend time in nature, and eat green vegetables.

Environment & Feng Shui

Incorporate wood elements through plants, wooden furniture, and vertical stripes. Use green colors to enhance creativity and growth in your space.

Personal Development

Cultivate wood energy by setting clear goals, embracing change, and developing your creative vision. Practice assertiveness and learn to express yourself confidently.