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Chinese astrology - you are in your element?

What is a habit? A habit can be defined as something that we repeatedly until becomes our behavior. It is the interplay of knowledge, skill and desire. If the habit is good or bad depends on what you can do for us.

In Chinese astrology, a person receives a set of native pillars consisting of five metaphysical elements of the universe. These elements are: wood, fire, earth, metal and water. Our existence on earth are governed by these elements. Through the interaction of these elements in a production cycle, the conquest or exhaustive, our destiny takes root. Our characteristics, attributes and behaviors are the result of many of these interplays elementary in our natal chart. One aspect of fate that can change is our custom always influences our behavior. This is where an analysis of our chart on the basis of the five elements can help us decipher which custom ultimately determine our conduct and our destiny.

In the context of self improvement, a management guru who stands out is Dr. Stephen R. Covey. Its well documented and documented study of human behavior resulted in the publication of the highly acclaimed book "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People." In summary, the book teaches us to live a productive and fulfilling life. Using Chinese Astrology, we can analyze how these habits are influenced by the elements in our chart.

Habit 1

We always have choices in our lives. What we make of ourselves depends on the choices we made. Whether we live from hand to mouth or live off the fat of the land is ultimately up to us. In Chinese astrology, this habit has to do with our own element, element runs free and the element that conquers self. If your car is the wood element, the element that runs the encyclopedia is the fire and the element that conquers self is the earth.

Habit 2

We have goals in our lives. Goals give us direction and get us where we want to go. It is to be proactive in controlling our destiny. In Astrology China, this practice has to do with the element that produces self. If your item is the fire itself, then the element that produces a same timber.

Habit 3

We have a plan to achieve our goals. A plan will help take us to our destination. We must be disciplined and give priority to actions that comes first and taken to obtain faster there. In Chinese astrology, this practice has to do with the element that conquers himself and the element self-depleting. If your car is part of the land, then the element that conquers self is wooden and self-depleting element is metal.

Habit 4

We must seek cooperation that is mutually beneficial. By having that interaction with one another, everybody wins and nobody is made to be a loser. Thus, an agreement will last the test of time and everyone is satisfied and remain committed. In Chinese astrology, this habit has to do with our very element, the element that produces the self and the element that conquers himself. If your car is an element of metal, then the element that produces self is the earth and the element that conquers self is the fire.

Habit 5

We should listen more and talk less to really understand people. In trying to understand others first allows us to see things from their perspective and pave the way for us to understand change. This makes us influential. In Chinese astrology, this practice has to do with our own element, the element that produces self and the element that conquers himself. If your self element is water, then the element that produces self is the metal and the element that conquers himself is land.

Habit 6

We should accept and respect differences in people. By leveraging the strengths of others and compensate for their weaknesses, we can create synergy in a team. Synergy is about using creativity to build strength in diversity so that, overall, than if we go it alone. In Chinese astrology, this custom has to do with our own element, the element that produces self and self-depleting element. If your item is the wood itself, then the element that produces self is water and self-depleting element is fire.

Habit 7

We must strive to maintain a balance in our lives - physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. By having a balance in these four areas, we feel energized and able to live life to the fullest. It is the culmination of our journey to be a highly effective person.

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Your Connection to the Elements

In ancient times, scientists, philosophers and magi divided matter into four basic elements: Air, Fire, Water and Earth. It has been said that these elements are the building blocks of life.

A scientist and philosopher named Empedocles set this foundation for science in Sicily during the fifth century BC Empedocles belonged to the tradition of "root cutters," which means he was a wizard and herbal healer. He defined these elements, or "roots", as not only physical substances, but also as spiritual essences. " Even assigned gods and goddesses to these energies:
Air - Zeus
Fire - Hades
Water - Nestis (also known as Persephone)
Earth - Hera

A century later, Aristotle assigns properties of heat and cold weather:
Air - hot / wet
Fuego - Hot / dry
Water - Cold / Wet
Earth - cool / dry

Mystics throughout the ages have recognized these elements as four spiritual modes of being. Air, Fire, Water and Earth are represented by the four suits of the Tarot - Swords (Air), Wands (Fire), Cups (water) and Pentacles (Earth). I've seen that a dominant demand an extension card can be very revealing. Also find these items in astrology:
Air - Gemini, Libra and Aquarius
Fire - Aries, Leo, Sagittarius
Water - Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces
Earth - Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn

Alchemy, Hermeticism and Gnosticism understandings seized the four elements, too. We can see in Jung's theory on the four personality types - thinking (Air), intuition (fire), feeling (water) and detection (the Earth). Even our modern Meyers-Briggs personality measures to test this concept four times.

The idea is that nature and I are equal. The four seasons can be compared with the four stages of human life - birth, growth, maturity and death. We can use the four elements as dimensions of psychological and spiritual growth. The way would be natural to try to achieve an equal proportion of each. Understanding the psychic powers of these elements can help us balance our lives and experiences greater harmony. If you know which elements to invite and how to connect with them, you can handle what life gives you much more easily.

AIR
Season - Spring
Time of day - Dawn
Direction - East
Color - Yellow
Archangel - Raphael

Every time you think or communicate, which is drawing on the element of Air. Our relationships with others are formed through the air. The air is the most difficult of all the elements. It is overwhelming, not seen, and changing. Each time you seek knowledge, discover a new idea, change your mind, clear vision, plan or focus on your breathing, you're becoming airborne. Air is intellect, truth and wisdom. If you have difficulty making decisions, act, understand or be understood, air can help.

To awaken your connection with the element air, open windows and clean the air around the burning of incense or smudging your home with sage. Play music that inspires you. Or go outside and feel the wind in your face. Pay attention to how their teachers own destiny, in constant motion. Its flexibility makes it unstoppable. Try to block with hand. Only will return.

Singing or chanting, whistling, even dancing are all activities of air. crystal bowls and tuning forks are useful tools to invoke the power of the air. The inventors use the element of Air. Read biographies of inventors to understand the inner workings of the Air.

FIRE
Season - Summer
Time of Day - Noon
Direction - South
Color - Red
Archangel - Mikael

Have you ever really, really wanted something? That is fire. The fire is desire. It is dynamic, passionate, courageous, enthusiastic, energetic and full of hope. Fire is the principle of life. Provides heat and light. Is the element of Spirit. The fire is lovely, extravagant and inspiration. Fire transforms. If you would like to improve your sense of humor or create value, confidence or motivation, look at the fire.

To open up the fire power within you, you can light a candle and see what the flame has to show. Watch a sunset and enjoy the brilliance of this vital element. If you really want a mega-dose, dancing around a fire and see how fire dancing with you. Let the heat of the fire element to penetrate and warm your soul. Competitive sports and games are a good way to encourage the spark of fire in your life.

Do something spontaneous. Search within your purpose. Set some goals in life for yourself. Complete a task you've been meaning to finish. Learn to trust your intuition. Play a tape of motivation or energy itself with assertions. Empower yourself with divine thoughts and let their ideals awakening.

WATER
Season - Autumn
Time of Day - Sunset / sunset
Direction - West
Color - Blue
Archangel - Gabriel

If you've ever loved, who has experienced Water element. Serenity is a consequence of the presence of water in our lives. Water is the most psychic of all elements. Cleans, nourishes and reflects. It is passive and malleable - which takes the form of what it contains. The Holy Grail is associated with water, the original Primordial Chaos. Water rules the emotions and the subconscious. If you have prophetic dreams, are using the element of water. If you are lonely, depressed, overwhelmed, or trouble opening your heart, let the water clear the way for you.

For water flowing in your life, the easiest, most accessible tool is the bathtub. Add essential oils or milk and honey to cleanse and nourish your Higher Self. Drink pure water to cleanse your body. You can try a walk in the rain. Notice how it gathers to form puddles and ponds. Throw a stone into a lake or pond and see the endless waves. See how beautiful it is if it is available.

Compassion, shedding tears and give to charity is the smooth functioning of this element. Divination bowls and table fountains are easy ways to get more water in your life. Reading poetry to get a feel of subtle water, soothing properties.

LAND
Season - Winter
Time of day - Midnight
Direction - North
Color - Green
Archangel - Uriel

When you eat, exercise or save money, they are interacting with the earth element. Stability is the unique gift of the Earth. Sight, smell, taste and touch are functions of Earth. The Earth is solid, rich, sensual, strong and reliable. It is the basis for all other elements. Earth is the commitment, persistence, form. It is facts and the law practicality and consequence. The Earth is about getting results. Poverty, insecurity, security issues, obsessions and the feeling of being "weak will "or unable everything can be solved with the land.

If you want to strengthen their connection to the Earth, put your bare feet on the ground. Walking, running, jump. Let the immovable nature of the support element Earth you. It could also start planting a garden or an indoor plant in a window sill. The roots, like potatoes, carrots, beets and turnips are known as "land" foods that can increase your personal energy of the Earth.

Find their own sense, it is accepted. Define what dignity is for you. Stimulate your senses. Work with your hands. Point, string beans, or make pottery. Place stones or dish of sea salt on the altar, or use a hematite pendant, to represent the Earth in its spiritual function. Strive to be at home in your body.

INTEGRATE
Find out what the missing elements and integrate them into your life. That the elements of nature bring into closer contact with your true self. As that grow in each of these levels, you will experience greater and greater joy.

Do not get too much of an item. Too much air can make you space. Too much fire can cause burnout. Too much water can make it "tasteless." And the earth too much can make you rigid. Keep your personal items and your life balanced that balance is reflected in touch with you by giving you everything you need, at all levels.

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