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Can you fully be yourself… without apology? This episode dives deep into the Heart (Supreme Controller) and Small Intestine (Supreme Sorter) and how these two factors help all of us sort and understand the world around us and whether things are in alignment with who we really are. Leta and Jaye continue to examine how Fire, unlike the other Elements, manifests in four dynamic types, each embodying distinct yin and yang aspects. 00:21 Diving Deep into the Fire Element 00:29 Exploring the Yin and Yang of Fire 08:03 Understanding the Heart Types 17:11 The Supreme Controller: Embracing the Heart's Power 29:33 The Heart as a Mirror: Reflecting Authenticity 30:27 The Mirror Effect: Understanding Heart People 30:53 The Burden of Being a Heart Person 31:13 Seeking Authenticity: The Heart's Desire 31:54 A Psychic's Superpower 33:47 Navigating Chaos: The Heart's Challenge 44:27 The Alchemist: Transforming Chi 54:39 The Art of the Heart: Embracing Stillness 54:39 The Challenge of Being "When something takes charge of the beings, we speak of the Heart" - from Rooted in Spirit, by Claude Larre and Elizabeth Rochat de la Vallee To Learn More about Gua Sha, you can listen to: Episode 40: Stay Healthy by preventing a cold before it catches YOU! Or read our book: The Big "Little" Gua Sha Book, by Leta Herman and Jaye McElroy Or take our online class: Learn Gua Sha, at Alchemy Learning Center ********************************* Visit the Podcast Website: Click here to get more information on the podcast. Visit the Alchemy Learning Center Website: Click here to get more information about our meditations and online classes. Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) Through the Mystery Gate book #InspiredActionPodcast

Have you Mastered the Art of the Open Heart? Join Leta and Jaye as they explore the many nuances of the Fire element through the lenses of Chinese Medicine and Chinese Numerology. Discover how Fire, unlike the other Elements, manifests in four dynamic types, each embodying distinct yin and yang aspects. This episode dives deep into the heart of Fire's complexity with insights into achieving authentic self-expression and balance. "When you're feeling more inward, it's not because you've been hurt and you're protecting yourself. It's because you're feeling quiet and connecting more internally. And when you're feeling more outward, we say that you're allowing the circulation of your spirits. You're allowing the light to shine, and you're interacting with the rest of the world. 01:07 Unpacking the Fire Element 01:17 The Four Types of Fire: A Deep Dive 01:43 Yin and Yang Across Elements 01:56 Fire’s Unique Characteristics 02:38 The Significance of the Numbers 10, 11, and 12 in Chinese Numerology 08:20 Elemental Traits 09:03 Understanding Socializers and Social Anxiety 15:18 Exploring the Heart and Pericardium 19:57 The Yang Aspects of Fire: The Socializer and the Supreme Sorter 21:57 Pericardium and Triple Heater Continuum 22:36 Diving Deep into the Pericardium Type 25:31 Addressing Fire Element Challenges 27:16 Understanding the Triple Heater: The Socializer's Struggle 31:26 Navigating Vulnerability and Social Dynamics 32:33 The Art of the Open Heart 39:49 Challenges and Growth for Fire Element Types 43:36 Embracing Your Inner Light "The Circulation Sex Official is when you're allowing that free flow of the spirit to come out of the heart, which is the Illuminator's job. The spirit is what It actually animates our bodies." ********************************* Visit the Podcast Website: Click here to get more information on the podcast. Visit the Alchemy Learning Center Website: Click here to get more information about our meditations and online classes. Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) Through the Mystery Gate book #InspiredActionPodcast

Listen in as Leta and Jaye explore the vitality, versatility, and vibrant nature of Wood—revealing a few of its Yin and Yang aspects, and the dynamic roles of the Visionary and the Implementer Wood types. They share some insights from Chinese medicine, humorous anecdotes, and real-world examples, as this episode tries to demystifies the complex characteristics of Wood, offering listeners a fresh perspective on growth, adaptability, and the potential for transformation in their own lives. Spring forth and be Big and Bigger in your Woody life! 01:58 Introducing the Yin Yang Aspects of Each Element 08:18 Exploring the Yin and Yang of Wood 15:45 Implementing Visions: The Wood Element's Challenge 24:47 Understanding the Continuum of Wood Types 28:38 The Dynamic Duo: Visionary and Implementer in Action 30:25 Wood Couples: Visionaries and Implementers Together 30:35 Exploring Visionary and Implementer Dynamics 31:36 Casting a Visionary Movie: A Fun Digression 30:35 Understanding Yin and Yang Body Types 32:50 The Visionary Diet: Chocolate and Caffeine 34:27 Implementer's Nutritional Needs and DIY Beef Jerky 47:35 The Essence of Wood Energy in Coaching and Leadership 47:35 Navigating Life as a Wood Type: Challenges and Strategies 53:33 Celebrating Wood's Growth and Hope

Listen in as Leta has a lively conversation with Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Healer Ann Cecil-Sterman as they delve into a number of intriguing Chinese Medicine topics! The mystery of life within us is something quite extraordinary! Leta and Ann explore the Eight Extraordinay Vessels of Chinese Medicine and their profound connections to Alchemical Chinese Medicine...and beyond. Ann is an extraordinary person in her own right! She's also a practitioner who graciously shares her deep wisdom with us. For further insights into Ann's expertise, visit her page here. In this conversation, we discuss: 03:51 The Unusual and Alchemical 05:25 The Eight Extraordinary Vessels 06:12 The Mystical Origins and Impact of the Eight Extraordinary Vessels 40:13 The Healing Power of the Eight Extraordinary Vessels 53:04 Reflecting on the Journey and Looking Ahead ********************************* Visit the Podcast Website: Click here to get more information on the Inspired Action Podcast. Visit the Alchemy Learning Center Website: Click here to get more information about our meditations and online classes. Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) Through the Mystery Gate book #InspiredActionPodcast

Jump into the whimsical and wondrous energtic deep end of the Water Element world with Leta and Jaye. From "move it-move it" to couch potato energy-preservation (a.k.a. doing something when they are doing nothing mode) to superhuman stamina, and from extreme procrastination to excelling in the art of crisis management, the fluid nature of Water does it all! In this podcast you can learn about Water's need for movement and stillness, their secret longing to matter, their fear of confrontation, and their quest for knowledge and wisdom. Listen in and embrace the majestic and mysterious forces of your inner Water -- and find your own Wu Wei of life. 00:18 Diving Deep into the World of Water 01:54 Movement, Stillness, and Stamina 07:45 From Inertia to Inventory Control 27:05 The Thrill of Anticipation: Water's Realm of Possibilities 29:58 Exploring the Depths of Water: Drama, Trauma, and Wisdom 30:25 Crisis Management and the Unpredictable Nature of Water 31:46 Procrastination and Pressure 33:26 Seeking Intensity and Adventure 36:16 Decision Making and the Fear of Confrontation 44:30 Identifying Water 51:51 Celebrity Waters 54:26 Understanding What Water Truly Desires 57:10 Embracing your Water Element Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) Through the Mystery Gate book #InspiredActionPodcast

If you resonate with a strong cosmic connection, a sense of magic in life, authenticity, sincerity with a STRONG BS detector... you may align with the magnetic Metal Elemental Energy. On this podcast, we might tell a few little shiny "secrets" about the Metal Element of the Five Elements of Chinese Medicine and Philosophy... Join us to explore the enigmatic Metal Element within all of us! Celebrities like Taylor Swift, Angelina Jolie, John Lennon, Queen Elizabeth, Lana Del Ray and Meryl Streep exemplify Metal traits, making them popular figures in popular culture. Listen wherever you find your podcasts! "Metal is almost a contradiction in terms within itself..." In this episode, we discuss: 01:29 The Inherent Contradictions within the Metal Element 02:59 The Metal Element's Connection with Death and Legacy 08:22 The Magic Carpet Ride of Life 25:53 The Metal Element's Connection with Music and Art 29:47 Spotting a Metal Person in the Wild 32:37 The Regal Walk: Angelina Jolie and Queen Elizabeth 33:34 The Metal Element's X-Ray Vision 34:28 The Voice of Metal: Eeyore and the Art of Descending Speech 39:13 Famous Metal People: From Hollywood to Music 43:21 The Challenges of Being a Metal Element 47:35 What Metals Want Most in Life: Value, Respect, and Appreciation 49:34 The Evolution of Metal: Self-Respect and Service to Others 53:49 Compatibility of Metal with Other Elements 55:03 Celebrating the Strength and Beauty of Metal Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) Through the Mystery Gate book #InspiredActionPodcast

Welcome, fellow Earthlings, to a journey of secrets and wisdom in today's "Sharing is Caring" episode. Discover how Earth promotes harmony in our world and communities, by being the masters of setting boundaries, listening, and communicating with kindness. In this episode, we'll dig deep into the Earth's treasure trove of knowledge and unearth the secrets to fostering unity and balance in our lives. From planting the seeds of harmony to nurturing them into full bloom, we'll explore every nook and cranny of what it takes to cultivate a more connected and compassionate world. 🌍✨ Show Notes 01:20 The Power of Listening and Truth in Earth Element 02:17 Understanding the Relationships between Elements 03:45 The Role of Earth Element in Social Behavior 04:16 The Earth Element as a Social Referee 06:22 The Earth Element in Teaching and Learning 07:02 The Challenges Faced by Earth Element 09:59 The Earth Element's Desire for Harmony 16:40 The Earth Element's Role in Problem Solving 22:23 The Yin and Yang Balance in Earth Element 24:08 The Earth Element's Love for Community and Sharing 29:48 The Giving Nature of Earth People 30:17 Thoughtfulness: The Ultimate Gift 30:43 The Art of Hosting: Earth People's Special Touch 31:35 The Earth Element in Relationships 31:56 The Importance of Learning and Digestion for Earth People 33:28 The Supporting Role of Earth People in the World 34:40 The Earth Element's Approach to Problem Solving 47:41 The Challenges and Secrets of Earth People 55:44 The Earth Element's Desire for Connection and Validation 59:44 The Importance of Self-Care for Earth People Links: Earth teacher giving hugs Love & the Five Elements classLOVE20OFFSign up for a Five Element or Ghost Points study group

Join us for this blazing episode that will reveal the secrets of Fires (which are not so secret because they love to talk about themselves)! We'll be exploring the magnetic pull that Fires have towards beauty and love, their insatiable drive to be liked and accepted, and the sometimes tricky terrain of people-pleasing. We'll also be dousing the flames of their self-doubt and navigating the choppy waters of their sometimes negative self-perception. Most importantly, we'll talk about Fire authenticity and their open-hearted way of being the love in the world. ❤️ 🔥✨ **The Fire Element Unleashed** - Diving into the vibrant world of Fire - exploring their need for emotional connection, their desire to feel truly alive, and the inherent link between fire and authentic self-expression. **A Spark of Shyness** - Uncovering a surprising trait in Fire – shyness, and the underlining quest for emotional safety that it masks. **Turning Up The Heat On Vulnerability** - An honest heart-to-heart about vulnerability, how it influences Fire behavior and self-perception **Beauty In The Fire** - Fire’s struggle with physical beauty and attractiveness, and their incessant efforts to always look their best (or not) **The Dance Of Fire Relationships** - The fiery, passionate world of Fire relationships, their preferences for flirtation, innuendos, and playful teasing **Mastering The Social Flames** - The secret sauce behind Fire social dynamics - people-pleasing tendencies and struggle with passive-aggressiveness **Sexuality - The Hidden Ember In The Fire** - The pivotal role of sex and intimacy in the passionate world of Fire - how it contributes to their longing for connection **Fires In The Limelight - Professional Brilliance** - Fires shine in people-centric industries, with their conversational prowess and intrinsic people skills **Hugs And Hope** - Fires loving themselves authentically, and embracing their unique characteristics Links: Sign up for a Five Element or Ghost Points study group Barrel Racing Video

Listen and discover a few of the hidden secrets within the Wood Elemental nature that Woods only reveal on a need-to-know-basis! Whether you or someone you know is Wood first or second in their energenic stackup... you may learn a little more about the inner workings of this element! Join us as we delve into the mysteries that Wood sometimes keep closely guarded and private. Link to Show Notes Year of the Wood Dragon Wood secret - Wood wants the best - watch - Jay at the Excelsior Hotel in Las Vegas, Modern Family, Season 5, Episode 18 Wood’s need for privacy - on a need-to-know basis Free Access Membership at the Alchemy Learning Center Connecting Your Circle - our intro book on the Five Elements (#amazonaffiliate) Energetics of Flow series - use Promo Code POD50 Making Life Better for Everyone - the Wood dream General of the Unarmed Forces Finding the Win/Win Wood as The Strategist and the Idea Generator Avoidance of boredom drives many Woods to distraction Research - the good distraction Gear - an obsession with making life more efficient Challenges and Athleticism Spiritual Challenges and being the peaceful warrior Movers and Shakers Future telling Wealth and greed Wood dealing with frustration The Happy Penguin walk The succinct voice, fast thinking and fast talking The direct eyes Being seen Impatience and engagement Being a leader What does Wood want? Wood Fashion Celebrities Power and competitiveness Homework - Connecting with your Oracle: Ask a question, sleep on it, write in your journal in the morning for 7 days. Homework 2 - Walk your Wood and feel it in your whole body. How does it make you feel? How do people react around you when you are being more Wood?

We're kicking off Season 7 with a new Five Element seires! Embrace the weird, and join us as we revisit and dive deeper into the ever-changing, always-the-same world of the Five Elements! Discover your Elemental type and how understanding the Five Elements can rock your world as we expand into 2024! The Geyser video!AlchemyLearningCenter.comConnecting Your CircleUnderstanding the Five Elements

Join us for an introspective discussion with Michael Max, the host of Qiological, on different types of change: Bian-type change (slow and incremental) vs. Hua-type change (faster and Alchemical). In addition to being the inquisitive host of Qiological, Michael Max has had a clinical acpuncture practice for over 20 years. He studied and traveled extensively in China and Taiwan. NOTE: You can listen to the previous conversation between Leta and Michael on Qiological, episode #329. In this interview, Leta and Michael talked about: complicitHumming with Elephants

Jump into the Wu Wei… Mandalorian style. Join Leta and Jaye in a discussion of Baby Grogu, Gandalf, and walking your Wu Wei life. What inspires you? And how can you step into the footsteps of your destiny’s pathway that’s already there?

Dive into the world of Water music today! 🌊💿 We're revealing the secrets of this diverse Element that ranges from the tranquil dew on grass to the intense power of a tsunami. Join us in exploring the eclectic sounds, rhythmic patterns, and genre-defying nature of Water music. From the timeless Bjork to the captivating Billie Eilish, discover the emotional depth and unpredictability that define this musical element. 🎶💙 #WaterMusic #MusicalJourney #BillieEilish #Bjork Show Notes: “All you water listeners who've been waiting patiently for us to reveal the secrets of water music finally get satisfaction.” “One minute they love being alone, and they love that peace and quiet. We've sometimes called them the couch potatoes or they're in the couch potato mode. And then the next minute they jump into an intense activity or drama, like BOOM! And that's who they are. They're both peaceful and have intensity.” "Think about all the ways water exists in our reality. There's ice, there's dew on the grass in the morning. There's a still pond. There's a drip, a trickle, a babbling brook, a rushing river, waves on top of the ocean, relentlessly doing their thing. Plus the tsunami." Links: Show website: InspiredActionPodcast.com. Want to know more about the Elements? Our book "Connecting Your Circle: How the Five Elements can help you be a more authentic you" is available (FOR FREE) when you join our Alchemy Learning Center (clik the FREE ACCESS button). Plus there are a number of cool free videos and meditations. Check out our online classes, books, and more... AlchemyLearningCenter.com

🎶 Exploring metal music: It's all about duality. Metal has two modes - one's the rule-following, law-abiding, goody-two-shoes, and the other's rebellious, a big middle finger to society's norms. It's all about connection and loss, from funky dance vibes to a wild, head-banging frenzy. It's a fascinating range of music that swings between these extremes. 🎸🤘 #MetalMusic #Duality Show Notes: “Metal music is best characterized by its syncopated bass lines, polyrhythms, and the minor key. When metal music isn't getting down and funky, then it's usually evoking feelings of nostalgia, wistfulness, and being forlorn. And that's what the minor key does in music. It actually makes you feel forlorn.” “Think of it like the trees shedding their leaves in autumn. That's the Metal season. It's like waving goodbye to those sunny summer days. Goodbye, friends. We may or may not see you again.” "The truth is, all of us "F" up. You know, all of us, all the time, we're F-ing up, and yet, we just don't talk about it that way or sing about it the way Metals do. They love to sing about it, apparently." Links: Show website: InspiredActionPodcast.com. Want to know more about the Elements? Our book "Connecting Your Circle: How the Five Elements can help you be a more authentic you" is available (FOR FREE) when you join our Alchemy Learning Center (clik the FREE ACCESS button). Plus there are a number of cool free videos and meditations. Check out our online classes, books, and more... AlchemyLearningCenter.com

🌍 Dance like Shakira, Shakira and Experience the Magical Moves of Earth Music! 🎶 Are you passionate about music that carries a meaningful message? Does the rhythm of a sensual groove get you moving and keep you there? Explore the captivating melodies and infectious rhythms of Earth music that will make you dance from your core and set your hips swaying from side to side. Earth music isn't just about having a blast on the dance floor; it's a genre that weaves together powerful messages, whether they're political or deeply emotional, resonating with all of us. Join us in the celebration of Earth music, where beats and lyrics come together to move your body and touch your heart. Let the beats move you, and let the lyrics inspire you. Don't miss this extraordinary musical journey! 🎵 Feel the Earth's Rhythm. 🌟 Dance to a Powerful Message. 🤗 Embrace the Music of the World. Come groove with us and let Earth music elevate your soul. Your next dance adventure awaits! 💫🌏 Show Notes: “The song El Jefe, Shakira sings it with Fuerza Regida... Their voices are beautiful, but their message is like powerful in your face. It's about the inequities between the wealthy and the poor. And Shakira wants to get to the truth. All Earths love to get to the truth, even if it hurts.” “Earth music makes you want to move from your center. And that's where all Earth people hold their energy--in their abdomen. So they move from that center from the gut outward and their hands also move outward circularly. So everything is circular when you're dancing Earth.” "So getting fired up is not the same as when wood gets pumped up, there's a difference. So when you get pumped up... 'I want to pump you up!'... it's more like your fighting spirit is engaged, and if you're pumped up and jumping, it's more like an athletic event." Links: Show website: InspiredActionPodcast.com. Want to know more about the Elements? Our book "Connecting Your Circle: How the Five Elements can help you be a more authentic you" is available (FOR FREE) when you join our Alchemy Learning Center (clik the FREE ACCESS button). Plus there are a number of cool free videos and meditations. Check out our online classes, books, and more... AlchemyLearningCenter.com

Do you love music that makes you want to jump? Light, lively, happy or sad - Fire music will make you feel... something! Let the Five Elements set your music appreciation on fire and find your own Sound of Music inside of you! Join Leta and Jaye as they explain the inspiring, driving music of the Fire Element. Show Notes: “Fire music is lighter, it's livelier, it's boppier, it's up and down music. And most Fire music is... happy music... because I'm happy!” “We've got it that Fire music is happy, but sometimes... It's happy until it's not. Because sometimes Fires have heartache. You know, all that love... wearing your heart on your shirt sleeve, eventually you're going to get heartbroken. And then the music is melodramatic.” "So getting fired up is not the same as when wood gets pumped up, there's a difference. So when you get pumped up... 'I want to pump you up!'... it's more like your fighting spirit is engaged, and if you're pumped up and jumping, it's more like an athletic event." Links: Check out our online classes, books, and more... AlchemyLearningCenter.com

Do you love music with a driving beat? Do you sometimes dance like you're stomping or punching the air? Well, you might be Wood! Or you might just love Wood music. Let the Five Elements set your music appreciation on fire and find your own Sound of Music inside of you! Join Leta and Jaye as they explain the inspiring, driving music of the Wood Element. Show Notes: “So what is the music of getting the party started? It's like, let's go! Let's go! So we say it's a march. It's marching music, and that means it's emphasizing a heavy downbeat. And mostly it's not syncopated, but the march style gives the song a sense of energy and forward momentum.” “And I think every wood person wishes they could be more patient, especially when they feel frustrated. It's like just being able to pause for a minute and rethink before totally going off on someone.” Links: Join us in Park City - September 7-9... ParkCitySongSummit.com Check out our online classes, books, and more... AlchemyLearningCenter.com

Have you ever had a song unexpectedly play that touches your soul at just the right moment in time? Are you curious about how music, vibrations, and the Five Elements are interconnected? Do you want to explore the concept of your own personal Divine DJ and how it can enhance your Alchemy? Join Leta and Jaye as they discuss the vibrational powers and the energetic nature of music and how you can find and access your own Divine DJ, a cosmic force that tunes into the rhythms of your soul. Whether you're seeking inspiration or looking to elevate your everyday experience, this Pod will leave you inspired, empowered, and ready to unleash the harmonious magic that resides within you. Join the conversation and let your inner Divine DJ spin the soundtrack of your life and find your own Sound of Music inside of you! Show Notes: “The Divine Dj isn’t just spinning tunes for the lyrics, but also for the healing sound of the music. Because the Five Elements also apply to music.” “Every song can have an Element and sometimes a number of Elemental Energies when the band is made up of a number of different elemental energetic types.” Links: Join us in Park City - September 7-9... ParkCitySongSummit.com Check out our online classes, books, and more... AlchemyLearningCenter.com

Are you flowing freely in your life? Or are you frozen in your life, afraid to take your next step? Or are you stubbornly not letting go of the anger you feel? These are just a couple reasons why your heart may not be free if you’re the Water Element. Listen and learn how you can face your Water challenges. "So remember, living in a state of anticipation...this is water. And hopefully that anticipation is like a really wonderful feeling of exciting events in the future. But we always say your greatest gift can be your worst nightmare for every element. So this excitement for life can also be dread and terror for life when life is potentially delivering bad stuff in the future. " What are the Water tentacles of the heart? Master Alchemy Apprenticeship ProgramOctober Alchemy retreat: Building Your Alchemical CauldronThirteen Ghost PointsPod 29Pod 30Stage Two of Alchemy meditations One might be like a still pool of water and one might be like a rushing river, and those two don't seem alike at all... but wait a while, a couple minutes, a couple hours... time doesn't matter to water. They might even switch places energetically because all waters have the capability of being a calm lake or a tsunami.

For Metals, a Free Heart can mean the difference between flying and falling. How can the Metal Elemental type free their hearts and fly free in life? Can you let the power of the Metal Lungs let go of deep-seated anger and jealousy to fly their magic carpet through life instead of falling and going splat? "If you can say that you always do this particular thing whenever that particular situation happens, the question is why ... and at the core of this is the idea that those issues probably come from your heart pains, which come from past experiences that we can't let go of, and are haunted by -- even if it's completely unconscious." What are the Metal tentacles of the heart? Dai Mai Livestream CourseMaster Alchemy Apprenticeship Programaren't supposed to haveMoxibustion Free Your Heart Meditation Thought Quote: "Notoriously some of the big kings and queens of rock and roll, sex and drugs, but in everyday life, we have them around us of course...they just love a good Rebel Yell!" Jaye McElroy Links in this Episode: The Alchemy Learning CenterBecoming an Alchemical Healer SeriesMaster Alchemy Apprenticeship programApp StoreGoogle Play Store Through the Mystery GateWhat If... T-ShirtHow to send us your Five Element walking videos Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click below. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) Through the Mystery Gate book #InspiredActionPodcast