What is your Element based on the 5 Elements of Chinese Medicine?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  Which of these would be your ideal vacation?

  • A.
    bungee jumping, surfing, or sky-diving thrills!
  • B.
    a cruise with my besties!
  • C.
    an adventure that requires preparation and really tests my physical limits
  • D.
    a self-development retreat, eat pray love style...
  • E.
    a cozy cabin in nature
• 2.
  Which of the following sounds the most fulfilling?

  • A.
    laughing, dancing, and socializing!
  • B.
    cooking and enjoying a delicious meal with loved ones
  • C.
    refining my craft to eventually become the very best at what I do.
  • D.
    setting goals and planning steps to achieve them
  • E.
    contemplating my life’s purpose
• 3.
  Time for a workout! What is your favorite activity to break a sweat?

  • A.
    Pilates. I love the precision and detail of it.
  • B.
    Competitive sports really push me to my limits!
  • C.
    Dancing with my friends!
  • D.
    A Yoga class, followed by a meditation
  • E.
    A nice long hike or ride in nature.
• 4.
  What's your favorite flavor profile?

  • A.
    Citrus flavors are so refreshing
  • B.
    I'm a sucker for sweets
  • C.
    I love spicy or tangy
  • D.
    Coffee and dark chocolate for me
  • E.
    I love the salty stuff
• 5.
  Which of these statements sounds the most like you?

  • A.
    I feel strongest when things are predictable and I am in control.
  • B.
    I tend to hold myself and others to high (sometimes impossibly high) standards.
  • C.
    I am so creative, but I sometimes have a hard time turning my ideas into reality.
  • D.
    I am always in search of "the truth" and the philosophical implications of it. I could ponder big questions all day.
  • E.
    Having a "home" and a strong sense of home provides a deep sense of stability for me.

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  You are at WATER type

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  When you are connected to a greater purpose, you are motivated and perseverant. You may appear to be fearless, but when in balance, have a healthy relationship to fear. You also have an affinity towards self-reflection and philosophy, and may enjoy meditation. Be careful! When your Water gets out of balance, you might feel the effects of adrenal fatigue. Make sure to limit your coffee intake, and give yourself plenty of time to rest.
• 2.
  You are a WOOD Type

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  When your Wood energy is balanced, you are on task, have clear goals, are courageous, and can plan ahead. A balanced Wood type will figure out how to adapt to challenges, making you a natural, confident leader.Be careful! When your Wood gets out of balance, you might feel irritable, or even angry. Give yourself opportunities to slow down and pay attention to the beautiful world around you!
• 3.
  You are a FIRE type

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  You are a lover of laughter and creative expression! Fire types tend to be performers in nature, valuing the opportunity to give and receive feelings of love through their interactions with others. You crave intense intimacy with others, and your charisma can be intoxicating. Be careful! When your Fire gets out of balance, you may feel depressed or isolated. Pay special attention to your relationships, and seek situations that allow you to express yourself freely.
• 4.
  You are an EARTH type

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  You are naturally sympathetic and caring. Your tolerant and forgiving nature draws all types of people to you. You value familiar comforts as well as peace and stability.Be careful! When your Earth gets out of balance, you may have a hard time saying no to people, and put their needs ahead of your own. If this happens, you might find yourself in a craving cycle longing for more (food, love, attention). To bring balance, the next time someone asks you for something, respond by saying "let me think about it and get back to you." Then truly determine if you have the time or energy to commit yourself. Practice saying no when it feels right.
• 5.
  You are a METAL type

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  You love the finer things in life, and are always seeking the best, always improving. You prefer a minimalist approach that is saturated with beauty, symmetry, and purity. You are disciplined and have high moral standards. You thrive on achievement.Be careful! When your Metal gets out of balance, you may attach your sense of self-worth to external things like titles and become voracious for signs of your achievement, creating a cycle of lowering your inner self-esteem while stacking up accolades on the outside. To restore harmony, you may enjoy a simple style meditation that focuses solely on the breath. The practice will help you learn to let go and center your focus on the incredible wonder of simply being.