Tag Archives: self-love

Metal: Sweat it out

Dr. Elizabeth Cox, ND, LAc Posted on by

Sweat it out! I love my infrared heavenly heat sauna. And I am giving myself a big dose of self love today as I ready myself for a week of top performance. The metal element rules the lungs. Skin is an expression of the lung. The function of the pores to open and close depends on the balance of our internal metal. One of the best investments that I made in the last 10 years is a home sauna. I don’t choose to use public saunas for two reasons. It’s a poor use of my time to travel from home … Continue reading →

Metal: You are your most valuable asset

Dr. Elizabeth Cox, ND, LAc Posted on by

You are your most valuable asset.  So start acting like it.  Metal is associated with preciousness and value:  wealth, investments, quality stuff.  You are precious.  Take good care of yourself.  If you have not yet established a self care routine, simply start with one intentional self loving act a day. Make a list of all the ways that make you feel appreciated, loved, cared for, healthy, happy and do this for yourself.  It might be taking a sunset walk, getting a pedicure, resting at 3 o’clock instead of coffee or tea cover up the tiredness, watching the clouds, skipping stones … Continue reading →

Metal: Dry brush your skin today

Dr. Elizabeth Cox, ND, LAc Posted on by

Want a Fall wellness routine that is easy as it gets?  Dry brush you skin just before you get in the shower. Brush in long strokes from the extremities toward the chest. This helps move the lymph along it’s pathways and supports your immune system. Brush through the joints not to the joints. Lymph is concentrated in the joints, in the belly, groin, arm pits and sides of the neck. The skin is an expression of the lung. Tis the season to get brushing with a natural bristle brush. Go on…..love yourself a little more today and brush off the dead skin … Continue reading →

Fire – Apply self love generously

Dr. Elizabeth Cox, ND, LAc Posted on by

The heart ♥️ and it’s heart protector🧡 have energy peaks during the summer. If you are struggling with self love, breaking out of toxic patterns or conflicts with your family or beloveds, connect for the support you need. Book an acupuncture session. Purchase a fire/summer Element Wisdom Card deck. Love yourself. Care for yourself. Empower yourself. 💫  #love #heartblock #selflove #acupuncture #naturopathicdoctor #wayshower

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Metal re-cap

Dr. Elizabeth Cox, ND, LAc Posted on by

I’m sharing with you messages, musings, affirmations and instructions from the Metal season.  Yesterday, we returned to the Earth season.  Standby for inspirations to balance your internal earth and steward our external earth. The information is arranged by Element Wisdom Card title then a seasonal Food as Medicine section,  Enjoy!  To learn more and purchase your deck visit element-wisdom.com In Chinese medicine we focus on the lungs and large intestine during this season. Our Cultivating Wellness blog is now searchable. You can learn more with the keywords: metal or autumn. If you love our blog click the grey envelope to … Continue reading →