In five element theory, the earth element governs nurturance — the steady, generous act of caring for others. Mother’s Day is that potent earth element moment to pause and thank those who provided that support along the way.
It’s also an invitation for everyone to assess how well you are nurturing yourself.
- Are you meeting your goals for nourishment, exercise, and sleep?
- Do you give yourself full permission to rest?
- Are you honoring your boundaries around work and volunteering?
I see it time and again in my office: If you neglect your own rest, boundaries and wellbeing, burnout follows.
In honor of this earth element moment: what is one thing you can commit to this week that offers the highest nurturance to yourself?
If overgiving feels deeply ingrained, If you’ve spent a lifetime trying to rewrite a story that self care is selfish or if you’re just ready for a new way of showing up for yourself, I invite you to schedule an acupuncture session to reset your relationship to the earth element.
