Balance, Boundaries, and Learning to Receive

In this episode of Energy Works, Lauren and Blaine break down the Earth element in Five Element Theory. As they continue around the elemental wheel, they look at how Earth energy shapes balance, nourishment, and emotional well-being.Lauren shares a personal story about caring for her aging dog in his final days and the lessons it brought about love, devotion, and the need to balance giving and receiving. Blaine explores Earth archetypes and why caretakers—whether parents, healers, or teachers—often struggle with boundaries and self-care.What’s Inside This Episode:The Earth Element – How it supports stability, nourishment, and life transitions.Earth Archetypes – The nurturers, caregivers, and empaths who hold it all together.Worry and Self-Love – Why excessive worry drains energy and how self-care shifts everything.Keeping Earth in Balance – The challenge of giving too much and why receiving matters.Energy Techniques for Earth Types – The Ujjayi breath and a neurovascular hold to restore inner harmony.Key Takeaways:- Earth energy governs nourishment—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.Caretakers can’t pour from an empty cup—giving without limits leads to exhaustion.- Worry often disguises itself as care, but real love is rooted in trust.Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s the foundation for lasting well-being.🔗 Listen now and learn how to work with Earth energy for more balance, nourishment, and self-care.Like, subscribe, and tell us—how does the Earth element show up in your life?To get a free quiz to learn your primary element, use this link: https://emyoga.thinkific.com/enroll/2213777?price_id=2979517