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Metal Element

Metal is the element of Autumn and is associated with the emotion of grief .  Metal people search for what is pure and spiritual.  They set the highest standards for themselves and others, respect is important.   Sometimes they live in a sense of what could have been.
The Metal Element ASSOCIATIONS OF THE FIRE ELEMENT IN NATURE:

Season: Fall
Power: Balance
Period of: Tranquility of One's Conduct
Climate: Dryness
Direction: West
Planet: Venus
Animals: Horse
Grains: Rice
Number: 9
The energy of Autumn. Inspirational, solemn and detached. Metal element is our connection to heaven, to that creative, guardian force which stands beyond everything. This element within us gives us a sense of self-worth, an understanding of uniqueness and value of our individuality. Metal is looking for meaning in everything. The essence of things which might be hidden from others is so obvious to Metal people. They are looking for purity and perfection constantly valuing and assessing every step of their lives as well as the others. But despite all their awareness some part of them is always standing aside with their are eyes to the heaven longing for the unreachable. The Chinese symbol for Metal
COOKING TIPS: Wholegrain, nuts and seeds, white vegetables (cauliflower, daikon, cabbage, onions) Pickling and preserving is most beneficial to the bowels.
sources from sotai, 5 element, acupuncture oxford.
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