Taiji Luo Wanxiang In the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the relationship between the Five Organs (五脏, wǔ zàng) and the soul (魂魄, hún pò) is regarded as the core of wellness. According to the “Su Wen: On the Five Qi” (《素问·宣明五气篇》), it states: “The Five Organs store; the heart stores the spirit … Read more
The key to health lies in harmonizing the wǔ zàng (五脏, Five Organs) and aligning with the changing seasons, nurturing the body through natural means. One must learn to restrain desires, avoiding reckless behavior, to protect the essence of life. With harmony among the wǔ zàng, the qì (气, vital energy) and xuè (血, blood) … Read more
Five Elements (The basic substances that constitute things) The Five Elements refer to the five basic elements that constitute matter: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. Ancient Chinese philosophers used the theory of the Five Elements to explain the formation of all things in the world and their interrelationships. It emphasizes a holistic concept aimed … Read more