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UNHURRIED | REFLECTIVE | “THINKER” | FLOWING
Water element represents the energy of thoughts and emotions and is associated with the emotion of fear.
The energy qualities of water energy are deep flowing, imaginative, and reflective.
Defining characteristics of water energy types are intelligence, insightful, thoughtful, and sensitive. Individuals with a dominant water energy look for the deeper meaning of life, enjoy conversations, and may be unorganized or prone to have cluttered surroundings.
Water energy out of balance can lead to internalizing our stresses, creating narratives that keep us isolated from others, and may lead to losing motivation and subsequent procrastination. Much like a turtle, water energy types move at their own pace, are considered wise by their peers, and will quickly retreat into their shell when they sense danger.
Opportunities to find balance include embracing our inner Earth element and reaching out to connect with like minded individuals when we feel stressed. Embracing the qualities of the metal element will help contain one’s thoughts and feelingsreducing the tendency to drown in them and become overwhelmed.