133: Chinese Medicine: Finding Balance Through the Five Elements

In this episode, Professor AG sits down with acupuncturist Erika to talk all about the Five Element Method in traditional Chinese medicine and how it can help you better understand your body. They break down the five elements: wood, fire, earth, metal, and water, and how each one connects to your energy, emotions, and overall health. The conversation focuses a lot on the liver and how stress, hormones, and even everyday habits like too much screen time can throw things out of balance. Erika shares simple, practical ways to support your body, like moving more, expressing your emotions, eating with the seasons, and slowing down when you need to. It’s a conversation that reminds you there’s nothing “wrong” with you; you just need to understand your body better and work with it, not against it.Links From This Episode-Erika’s course www.the5elementmethod.com -Book an appointment with Erika https://www.tayloredacu.com/ -Find Erika on InstagramFollow Erika on SocialsTaylored Acupuncture + WellnessMY APP IS HERE!!Daily somatic classes to regulate your nervous system.  Start your FREE trial today.Timestamps00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction02:02 Anna Grace's Personal Journey with Chinese Medicine03:02 Overview of the Five Element Method05:44 The Seasons and Corresponding Elements07:36 How to Determine Your Dominant Element13:46 Supporting Liver Health Through Movement and Diet15:26 Why Acupuncture Boosts the Parasympathetic Nervous System17:30 The Meridians and Their Connection to Organs20:04 Impact of Screen Time on Liver and Eyes22:19 Liver and Hashimoto's Connection23:29 Honoring the Season of the Liver with Grace30:22 The Fire Element and Personal Energy Management36:21 Understanding Stagnation and Overactivity38:25 Balancing the Liver and Kidney Energies41:15 Practices to Calm the Liver and Nervous System43:31 Foods, Herbs, and Tastes Supporting Liver Health45:44 Adjusting Diet for Heat and Cold in Chinese MedicineKeywords: Chinese medicine, acupuncture, five element method, liver health, energy balance, holistic health, traditional Chinese medicine, self-care, wellness, natural healingWhat is AGU? After launching an energy work practice rooted in the Akashic Records, AG uncovered so much information that she needs the world to hear! It’s her duty and personal mission to help people get in touch with their intuition and energetic gifts, and ultimately become the brightest and boldest version of themselves! This is your official acceptance letter: WELCOME TO AG UNIVERSITY! Daily somatic classes to regulate your nervous system.  Start your FREE trial today.AG’s Energetic Protection CoursesAG’s Book Club How To Read The Akashic Records CourseSign up for the newsletter if you are interested in doing a reading with Anna Grace, or learning more about her energy work practice. Sessions will ONLY become available here - her booking link will never be shared on any other platforms: Sign up hereIf you aren’t already - you can connect with AG on Instagram and TikTok: @annagracenewell and @aguniversityapp