The Five Elements 金 木 水 火 土
The Wu Xing (五行), or Five Elements, is a fundamental concept in Chinese philosophy that describes the interactions and relationships between all things in the universe. Understanding these elements helps you choose crystals that resonate with your personal energy.
Generating Cycle (相生)
Elements that nurture each other
- 🌿 → 🔥 Wood feeds Fire
- 🔥 → 🌍 Fire creates Earth (ash)
- 🌍 → 🥇 Earth bears Metal
- 🥇 → 💧 Metal collects Water
- 💧 → 🌿 Water nourishes Wood
Controlling Cycle (相克)
Elements that regulate each other
- 🌿 ⊣ 🌍 Wood parts Earth
- 🌍 ⊣ 💧 Earth dams Water
- 💧 ⊣ 🔥 Water extinguishes Fire
- 🔥 ⊣ 🥇 Fire melts Metal
- 🥇 ⊣ 🌿 Metal cuts Wood
Explore Each Element
Click on an element to shop crystals with that energy
Metal
金
Metal energy represents clarity, precision, and strength. It governs wealth, leadership, and the ability to cut through obstacles.
Benefits:
- ✦Enhances career success
- ✦Attracts wealth and prosperity
- ✦Improves decision-making
- ✦Strengthens leadership qualities
Recommended Stones:
Popular Metal Element Crystals:
White Jade Clarity Bracelet
Pure white jade for mental clarity and focus. This bracelet helps cut through confusion and make wise decisions.
Clear Quartz Master Healer Cluster
A stunning natural quartz cluster that amplifies energy and intentions. The master healer of the crystal kingdom.
Golden Pixiu Wealth Guardian
The legendary Pixiu is the most powerful wealth-attracting creature in Chinese mythology. This golden statue guards your prosperity.
Wood
木
Wood energy embodies growth, vitality, and new beginnings. It nurtures health, creativity, and family harmony.
Benefits:
- ✦Promotes physical health
- ✦Encourages personal growth
- ✦Enhances creativity
- ✦Strengthens family bonds
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Popular Wood Element Crystals:
Imperial Green Jade Harmony Bracelet
The stone of heaven, green jade has been treasured for millennia. This bracelet promotes harmony, balance, and good fortune.
108 Sandalwood Meditation Mala
Traditional 108-bead mala crafted from fragrant sandalwood. Perfect for mantra meditation and spiritual practice.
Lucky Bamboo Prosperity Tower
A carefully arranged lucky bamboo tower representing growth, prosperity, and resilience. Includes decorative pot.
Water
水
Water energy flows with wisdom, intuition, and adaptability. It enhances career prospects, social connections, and inner peace.
Benefits:
- ✦Develops intuition
- ✦Improves communication
- ✦Attracts helpful people
- ✦Promotes emotional balance
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Popular Water Element Crystals:
Black Obsidian Protection Bracelet
A powerful shield against negative energy. This volcanic glass bracelet grounds your energy while deflecting harmful influences.
Blue Agate Tranquility Slice
A beautiful polished blue agate slice with natural banding. Brings calm and peaceful energy to any space.
Fire
火
Fire energy ignites passion, recognition, and transformation. It brings fame, enthusiasm, and the power to manifest desires.
Benefits:
- ✦Increases motivation
- ✦Attracts recognition
- ✦Boosts confidence
- ✦Transforms negative energy
Recommended Stones:
Popular Fire Element Crystals:
Red Agate Vitality Bracelet
Ignite your inner fire with this vibrant red agate bracelet. Perfect for boosting energy, courage, and passion.
Amethyst Spiritual Awakening Mala
Deep purple amethyst beads for spiritual awakening and intuition enhancement. A powerful tool for meditation.
Amethyst Cathedral Geode
A magnificent amethyst geode that serves as a portal to spiritual realms. Display piece and meditation focus.
Earth
土
Earth energy provides stability, nourishment, and grounding. It supports relationships, self-care, and a solid foundation for success.
Benefits:
- ✦Creates stability
- ✦Nurtures relationships
- ✦Promotes self-care
- ✦Grounds scattered energy
Recommended Stones:
Popular Earth Element Crystals:
Golden Citrine Wealth Bracelet
Harness the power of the sun with this stunning citrine bracelet. Known as the "Merchant's Stone," citrine is celebrated for attracting abundance and success.
Rose Quartz Unconditional Love Mala
Gentle pink rose quartz beads radiate unconditional love and compassion. Ideal for heart-centered meditation.
Natural Agate Bookend Pair
Stunning pair of natural agate bookends with gold-gilded edges. Functional art that brings Earth energy to your space.
How to Choose Your Element
By Birth Year
In Chinese astrology, your birth year corresponds to one of the five elements. This is determined by the last digit of your birth year:
- 0, 1: 🥇 Metal
- 2, 3: 💧 Water
- 4, 5: 🌿 Wood
- 6, 7: 🔥 Fire
- 8, 9: 🌍 Earth
By Current Needs
Choose elements based on what you wish to enhance in your life:
- Career & Wealth: 🥇 Metal, 💧 Water
- Health & Growth: 🌿 Wood
- Fame & Recognition: 🔥 Fire
- Relationships & Stability: 🌍 Earth
- Wisdom & Communication: 💧 Water