How Spring Time Effects Your Liver Meridian Energy
Spring Time Meridians- Liver and Gallbladder
According to traditional Chinese medicine, there are specific energy pathways called Meridians associated with each season. Traditionally, the yin Liver and yang Gallbladder Meridians have been associated with springtime and the element of wood.
During Spring is a great time to be aware of these two meridians and to notice how they are working or not working for you and your life. In a perfect world, all meridians would be in balance and their energy referred to as Qi in TCM (Traditional Chinese medicine) would be flowing optimally. Unfortunately, with stress, our busy lives, our environment, toxic overload, and unhealthy eating and exercise habits these meridians can become imbalanced, congested or stagnant. When the meridian energy doesn't flow as it should, then we can begin to feel out of sorts energetically, emotionally, and sometimes physically.
The same is true for the wood element. The wood element can also become imbalanced or stagnant. The good news is that you can bring balance to these meridians and element by better eating habits, exercise like yoga, and less stress. The color associated with the wood is green, so eat more green vegetables during this time to balance this element.
Balanced Yin Liver Meridian Governs:
Growth
Development
Drive and desires
Ambitions
Creativity
Imbalanced Liver Meridian:
Anger
Arrogant
Over-controlling
Angry disposition
Frustration
Resentment
Irritability
Jealousy
Depression
Bitter taste in mouth, belching
Dry or cracked nails
Bloodshot, burning sensation in eyes
When Yin Liver Meridian is Imbalanced Avoid:
Hot and spicy foods
Caffeine
Alcohol
Stress
Toxic things
Benefits Liver:
Sour and bitter flavors
Physical exercise
Reading
Liver Qi is at its peak between the hours of 1:00 a.m.-3:00 a.m. If you find yourself waking up between these 2 hours, then your Liver Meridian may need some nurturing and attention.
Balanced Yang Gallbladder Governs:
Decision making
Judgment
Courage and initiative
Sound sleep
Imbalanced Yang Gallbladder Meridian:
Indecisive
Resentment
Easily discouraged
Timid
Yang Gallbladder Qi is at its peak between the hours of 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
During this time it's best to give your Gallbladder meridian a rest and avoid caffeine, alcohol, stress, and toxins. Resting your body between those 2 hours will greatly benefit the Gallbladder meridian.
Yoga poses can help activate Meridian energy channels. Some poses to help balance the Liver and Gallbladder meridian are listed below.
Beneficial Yoga Poses:
Gate Pose
Runners Lunge
Pigeon Pose
Butterfly
Janu Sirsasana
Wood element governs:
Sense of vision
Anger
Sound of shouting
Balanced and Strong Wood Element:
Clear vision and goals
Excel at planning
Excel at decision making
Imbalanced Wood Element:
Indecisive
Feel stuck in life
No real direction
Unable to express anger
Digestive problems
Benefits Wood Element:
Sour foods
Chewing Mindfully
Affirmation Suggestions:
I allow the free flow of Qi in my Liver Meridian to be restored and balanced at this time.
I allow the free flow of Qi in my Gallbladder meridian to be restored and balanced at this time.
I allow the free flow of Qi in my wood element to be restored and balanced at this time.
Whether your Liver, Gallbladder Meridians and Wood are balanced or not, Springtime is the best time to nurture these Meridians and Element. The keys are to always treat your body with kindness and compassion and then you will hopefully never have to worry about any of these things again. Treat your body with respect and your Qi will flow effortlessly.
Many Blessings,
Kymberly Castro
Kymberly Castro is a Spiritual Mentor/Teacher, Intuitive Energy Healer, Divine Messenger, and is a Certified Yoga Teacher, Reiki Master, ThetaHealer®, and Samassati Colorlight Practitioner.
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*Meridian definition-
"(in acupuncture and Chinese medicine) each of a set of pathways in the body along which vital energy is said to flow. There are twelve such pathways associated with specific organs."
https://www.google.com/search?q=meridians&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8
NOTE: You should consult a doctor before beginning any exercise regimen or changing your diet.
