The 5 Element Theory: How to Enhance Health and Healing
What you'll learn
- Apply 5 Element Theory for Enhanced Living
- Recognize Patterns of Disease Before they Become Serious
- Learn How the Elements Influence Our Psychology
- How to Treat Imbalances in the Elements
- Work with the Elements for Greater Health and Vitaility
- Enhance Healing and Recovery
- Know What Element is Most Applicable to You
- How to Support and Nurture Each Element
- Demystify the Theories of Chinese Medicine
Requirements
- To be familiar with the idea or concept of Qi and life force
- Pen and paper for note taking
- No other materials required
- An open mind
Description
Have you ever considered studying natural medicine to enhance your life and optimize your health?
Have you ever wanted to know more about Oriental and traditional Chinese medicine?
Are you unsatisfied with the explanations given by modern-day science in regards to health, psychology and well being?
Then this course is for you!
In this course, we explore one of the oldest and most field-tested theories ever developed by the ancient Chinese - The 5 Element Theory.
Once you understand The 5 Element Theory, it's easier to understand any disease, how it works and how to potentially treat it.
This is because, the 5 Element theory is a framework that helps us to explain health, disease, the relationships between our organs and the connection of our body to our mind.
In this course, you will learn about:
The history of 5 Element theory and where it came from
Each of the Elements, one by one, and how they express themselves in our environment, inside our bodies and how they influence our mental health
How to support and nourish each Element for greater health and wellbeing
How to recognize early signs of disease
How to align with the flow of nature to support growth
The 5 elements and the 5 body types
How to work in harmony with your particular Element
And much more...
Inside the course are a host of videos, quizzes and downloadable handouts to support and enhance your learning.
At the end of this course, you will have a good understanding as to the 5 elements and be able to apply this knowledge to treat any imbalances and/or signs of disease, as well as being able to apply the knowledge to increase overall health and vitality.
* Please note, that all the information in this course does not substitute for medical information or medical care provided to you by your medical doctor and/or your preferred health practitioner.
Who this course is for:
- Anyone interested in Oriental medicine
- Anyone interested in natural medicine and healing
- Anyone considering studying Chinese medicine at a college or University
- Anyone looking for more clarity in regards to health and wellness
Instructor
- 4.6 Instructor Rating
- 3,391 Reviews
- 50,836 Students
- 9 Courses
Michael Hetherington (BHlthSci) is a healer, mind-body medicine therapist, Chinese medicine acupuncturist, teacher and Taekwondo yogi.
He helps people experiencing doubt, worry and confusion and moves them into clarity, focus, and confidence.
Michael has spoken on subjects related to energy medicine, energy psychology and Chinese medicine at numerous events and festivals around the world including The Bali Spirit Festival in Indonesia and the Omega Institute in New York alongside Dr. Sue Morter, Dr. David Feinstein and Donna Eden.
He is originally from Brisbane, Australia and can now be found bouncing between workshops and events in Australia, Thailand, Bali and Germany.
Michael holds a Bachelor of Health Science from Charles Sturt University, an Advanced Diploma in Acupuncture from the Australian Institute of Applied Sciences and a yoga teacher certificate from the Byron yoga centre. He has been teaching yoga since 2008 and was a lecturer of Oriental medicine at the Australian Institute of Applied Sciences from 2014-2015.
In his early twenties, he suffered from regular migraine headaches, depression and chronic lower back pain, which he overcame primarily through the practices of yoga, relaxation and meditation.
Michael was always attracted to eastern philosophy and it was this interest that drew him to the teachings and practices of yoga, martial arts and Chinese medicine at a young age. After traveling to China to teach English for a year, he returned to Australia in 2004 to begin studying Chinese medicine, remedial massage and practicing Oki-Do yoga (Japanese Yoga form developed by Dr. Masahiro Oki) under the guidance of Peter Masters.
Inspired by the teachings of many he has learned that a lighthearted and nurturing approach to life serves best.
Michael's other interests include dancing under the stars, traveling, spending time in nature & drinking cups of tea.