23/12/2025
π Each element within the five element cycle has its own key resonancesβ¦
βοΈ We are now entering the Water Element season of Winter, the season of slowing down, rest and hibernation, where we replenish and store up our reserves of energyβ¦
βοΈ The Water Element is evident everywhere in nature right now - in the frost, the mist, the fog, the rain and snow - even our breath is visible as water droplets as we go out into the coldβ¦
π₯Ά The cold climate of the Water Element is obvious in Winter and this Elementβs link to the bones has made itβs way into our phraseology - we can often feel βcold to the boneββ¦
π§ The putrid smell of the Water Element can be found everywhere in nature at this time of year - as the waters stop flowing as freely, as they freeze, as they become still, or as fields flood and become boggy, that βstagnant pondβ smell is dominantβ¦
π It is the most yin time of year, a time for stillness, for inward reflection - just as the water in a calm lake reflects images back to usβ¦
π These various element associations are often used diagnostically in the clinic room too - we can see the blue-black hue on a patient's face, or the groan or compression in the voice, or an increase in fear, which may become more obvious during the Winterβ¦
πΉ This can help acupuncturists determine the state of balance within a personβs internal five element cycle.
ππ»ββοΈ Want to know more about the fascinating world of acupuncture? Would you like to become an acupuncturist? Or do you know a patient, friend or loved one who would be a great practitioner?
π We are now enrolling for our April 2026 intake, which has weekend classes.
π If weekday classes would suit your schedule better, then our Autumn 2026 intake is for you - attend one of our events to find out moreβ¦
π Saturday 10th January - 11:30 - 13:30 | at the college
π Thursday 12th February - 19:00 - 20:30 | online
β‘οΈ Book your place at either open day here via messenger - https://m.me/cicmcollege?ref=Open
βοΈ Or get in touch with our lovely registrar Jo Brown on 01189 508 889 or email her at registrar@cicm.org.uk
π See more info about our degree here - https://www.acupuncturecollege.org.uk/bsc-hons-acupuncture-degree
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