TCM acknowledges that the body is balanced by what is referred to as Qi.  The simplest way to explain Qi is by giving the Oxford Dictionary’s definition: “The circulating life force whose existence and properties are the basis of much Chinese philosophy and medicine.”

This energy must flow freely to maintain good health. 

By addressing emotional needs  and eating healthy it is easier for individual to maintain positive flow of Qi energy.

“The combination of both scientific and spiritual mindedness in this thinking encourages health and well being and a connection to our inner and outer world.

Melanie Cooper, in her article Lung and Large Intestine Meridians, states that the large intestines let go of their waste “like the trees let go of their leaves in autumn. Compost for the next spring, to move forward to the next cycle.” (Melanie Cooper Yoga, November 27, 2021)

“This is my representational interpretation of the connection between the lungs and large intestine in the form of a personal artwork.”

While learning about the two organs, a simile to describe the two working organs; they are similar to a house with its front and back windows open, proper air and energy is flowing through providing a good environment, where as, if one of the windows is closed, it disturbs the flow and creates an unbalanced system.

   The lung is a delicate organ, referred to by ancient texts as the lid of qi which allows the flow of life force to radiate through the rest of the entire body. It is responsible for the ingoing and outgoing of vital universal energy. Associated within the spiritual bounds of the white tiger, the element of metal, and the eight petaled white flower. The western element of metal is tied to the season of autumn and crisp air. Metal is known as the mother of water, and thus the lungs are the mother of the kidneys.

“guard your lungs as all you do flows from it”