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Wood Element

木 (Mù)

Key Attributes

SeasonSpring
DirectionEast
ColorGreen
ShapeRectangle / Column
PlanetJupiter
ClimateWindy
Number3
EmotionAnger → Kindness

Personality & Character

Personality: Creative, expansive, generous, idealistic

Strength: Strong vision, growth-oriented, nurturing leader

Weakness: Impulsive, easily frustrated, can be rigid

Best Career Paths

Education, arts, design, gardening, writing, coaching

About the Wood Element

Wood is the element of spring and new beginnings. Like a tree reaching toward the sun, Wood energy is about growth, expansion, and pushing forward. People with strong Wood energy are natural visionaries — they see the big picture and inspire others to grow. Wood needs balance: too much leads to rigidity and impatience; too little leads to lack of direction.

Nurtured By

WaterWood

Water energy strengthens and nourishes Wood.

Nurtures

WoodFire

Wood energy flows into and supports Fire.

Daily Tips for Wood Energy

  • Stretch and move your body to keep Wood energy flowing
  • Add green plants to your workspace
  • Practice patience when things don't go as planned
  • Take breaks in nature to recharge
  • Write down your long-term vision and revisit it weekly

Health & Wood Element

In Chinese medicine, each element governs specific organs and body parts.

Governs: Liver, eyes, tendons, gallbladder

Keeping your Wood energy balanced supports these areas of your body. Imbalance may manifest as issues in these organs.