Time to Balance Your 5 Elements

Written By JIll Henry, EdD

Earth, Air, Fire, Water, Ether

When you sit with stillness, the elements remember you. Earth grounds. Water flows. Fire awakens. Air breathes. Ether opens.

A Journey of Energy, Awareness, and Well-Being

Throughout time and across cultures—Ayurveda, Feng Shui, Native American, Pagan traditions—the Five Elements have been used to understand the energetic forces that shape our lives.

In my Polarity practice over the past 15 years, I’ve come to deeply appreciate how these elements—Ether, Air, Fire, Water, and Earth—influence not just our bodies and minds, but also our relationships, creativity, health, and sense of purpose.

As we move through a season of balance between light and dark, I invite you to explore these Five Elements within yourself.

👥 Meet the Elements in Everyday Life
Ever notice how a group of people seems to embody different energies?

  • Sue sat quietly, observing. She held space for the group—calm, quiet, almost “above it all.” She carried the gift of Ether.

  • Joe was alert and bursting with ideas. Inspiring at times—and at others, a little scattered. His gift? Air.

  • Jack was fiery—passionate, bold, even bossy. He got things done but sometimes burned too hot. That’s Fire.

  • Mary spoke from the heart. She sensed what others felt. Her intuition and emotion flowed with the energy of Water.

  • Joyce grounded the group. Practical, dependable, realistic—she kept things steady. She embodied Earth.

We all carry these energies. When they’re balanced, we feel strong, centered, and whole. When one is too dominant—or too weak—we may feel off-center, stuck, or overwhelmed.

⚖️ Elemental Balancing Tips
Here are a few quick examples of how elements relate—and how you can bring them into harmony:

  • Too much Fire (Anger)? Strengthen Water and Earth

  • Too many ideas, no follow-through (Air)? Ground with Earth

  • Feeling stuck (Earth)? Awaken Air and Water

  • Feeling anxious (Air)? Soothe with Water and Ether

  • Feeling constricted (Ether)? Open space with Water and Air

  • Over-emotional (Water)? Stabilize with Earth and uplift with Air

📚 Explore & Experience More

🌀 Want a Quick Look at Each Element?
Explore our videos, and blog posts for deep dives into:

  • ETHER – Stillness, space, spiritual connection

  • AIR – Movement, breath, ideas

  • FIRE – Passion, transformation, action

  • WATER – Emotion, flow, release

  • EARTH – Grounding, structure, strength

JIll Henry, EdD

About Jill Newman Henry, EdD

Jill Newman Henry, EdD, is an educator, author, and lifelong explorer of well-being, blending expertise in physical therapy, adult education, and metaphysics. Beginning her career as a physical therapist, she soon discovered her passion for teaching and embraced a learner-centered approach, studying under Dr. Malcolm Knowles and applying Total Quality Management (TQM) principles with Dr. W. Edwards Deming.

Her journey into meditation and metaphysics led her and her husband, Charlie, to open The Relaxation Station, their town’s first metaphysical bookstore. Later, they established Mountain Valley Center in the Smoky Mountains, creating a healing space with a public labyrinth and an online platform, www.MountainValleyCenter.com, where Jill shares insights on energy, chakras, and meditation. These experiences inspired her books, Energy Source Book and Well-Being, both published by Llewellyn, which offered practical exercises for healing and balance.

A sought-after facilitator, Jill works with professionals across disciplines to design engaging, learner-centered programs. Now, she expands her mission with www.FeeltheFlowNow.com, providing transformative publications and services. Her work is a testament to the power of intuition, change, and embracing the flow of energy in life’s unfolding journey.

https://www.feeltheflow.info
Next

Earth Energy: Grounding Your Body, Mind & Spirit