Winter and the Water Element in Chinese Medicine

Winter and the Water Element in Chinese Medicine

Dr. Michael here!

As a Five Element acupuncture physician, I am aware of how the energy shifts with the change of seasons marks an energetic shift in myself and my patients.

In Chinese medicine, the Water Element relates to cold climate. Lately here in Jacksonville, we have had some cold wintry weather. Whether you know it or not, we are all affected by the change of all the seasons. Your energy patterns will change with the seasons, much like the tide changes.

What happens when your Water Element gets imbalanced? If you are lacking stamina, or feeling tired in body, mind or spirit, that is a sign that your Water Element is depleted. If you lack fluidity and flexibility adapting to how life may present itself, your Water Element is showing you it is stagnant or stuck. If you experience repeated episodes of fear or anxiety, your Water Element is out of balance on the emotional level. And if you feel a sense of depression, your Water Element needs balancing on a mental and spiritual level.

In acupuncture, the two organs and associated energy meridians of the Water Element are the Kidneys and Bladder. Since winter is the season of the Water Element, the best time of year to balance your Water Element is during the winter season. You gain a little extra energy from Water meridian treatments during winter than at any other time of year. 

If after reading this article you sense your Water Element may be lacking energy, or out of balance, get your Water Element recharged by calling us today at the Acupuncture & Holistic Health Center for an appointment during this winter month at (904) 296-9545.

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