The lungs,sorrow & the metal element
In Traditional Chinese Medicine theory, there are 5 elements: fire, earth, wood, water, and metal. Each of these is associated with certain organs, seasons, emotions, tastes, smells, sounds, and can help us to understand and relate to the world around us and to see the inter-connection in our world.
Autumn is the season of the metal element. This is the season of contraction and moving inwards, of dryness, and the Lungs and Large intestine are the organs associated with this element.
