allow any processes to proceed. Thus heat and cold form the first axis, they are the primary qualities of the elements.

The secondary qualities, moisture and dryness, develop from the primary ones. When something cools, it attracts moisture to itself. An object left overnight in the open air becomes damp the next morning. As the sun rises, the ambient temperature rises, and we soon see the fourth quality, dryness. Understanding the medical nature of the four qualities does not require much effort. Their close relationship with the elements that reveal themselves in all natural phenomena, allows you to learn a lot by carefully observing it. What happens in nature corresponds to what happens in our body. Both outside and inside[one3].

Following this path, we can define the rest properties of the qualities of elements. Heat, being energy and impulse, sets all things in motion. It also dries up and arouses activity. Cold takes energy and slows you down. Softening and binding moisture causes loss of shape. And because of its fluidity and ability to mix, it breaks the boundaries and tramples the limits. The opposite of cold, dryness holds the form and encloses itself within it. Thus, it creates restrictions.

The qualities of the elements characterize both physiological and mental processes in the body. Traditional medical astrology does not make a fundamental difference between them.

yellow bile

The properties of humors, or elements, follow logically from the properties of their constituent qualities. yellow bile соответствует горячему и сухому гумору, называемому холерическим (от гр. хОАл] (холе) = желчь — прим. per.). Fire is saturated with energy, but does not form bonds. It is heat concentrated in a certain area, which gives us a distinct picture of inflammation, a typical manifestation of yellow bile. On a psychological level, this humor corresponds to the impulsive person of the element of Fire, who, without wasting time on “excessive” thoughts, does what he sees fit. The dryness of Fire indicates that the choleric person is not inclined to coordinate his actions with anyone or anything, while heat indicates a large supply of energy.

An excess of yellow bile in the body gives rise to phenomena of the nature of Fire, such as, for example, the already mentioned inflammation. Fever and eczema are other typical manifestations of this element, as is an overactive organ (eg, thyroid gland). An immoderate amount of humor can manifest itself in a variety of symptoms and diseases. As a rule, the most vulnerable areas of the patient are most at risk. People with an excess of Fire are characterized by increased activity, a loud voice, dry skin with a reddish tint. Their behavior is characterized by excessive self-confidence and assertiveness.

Humors are associated with seasonal cycles. The hot and dry yellow bile season corresponds to summer, the second phase of the year. At this time, the risk of diseases associated with yellow bile increases, a good prevention of which is the right diet. For example, Spanish cold soup gazpacho. It is prepared from tomatoes and cucumbers, moist and cooling vegetables. in Andalusia the hottest southern part of Spain, this soup is eaten throughout the summer.

The physical-emotional development of a person can also be described through humors. yellow bile управляет второй стадией полового созревания и подростковым возрастом. At this time, the element of Fire manifests itself most clearly: teenagers seek to weaken family ties and win back their independence. If the Fire is not given a suitable outlet (such as sports), the body can begin to release excess heat through the skin, which can lead to dermatological problems. An excess of Fire causes adolescent obsessions and obsession with sex - the concept of "hot" [onefour] did not appear by chance. An excessive amount of yellow bile can be compared to a flame blazing in the body.

In traditional physiology, yellow bile has several functions. It thins the blood to saturate all, even the tiniest, capillaries with it. It is involved in the formation of the tissue mass of the body, such as, for example, the lungs and muscles. This fiery humor is concentrated in the gallbladder and used to cleanse the intestines. Fire is also associated with the heart, the organ of the primary elemental impulse. Thus, it is quite obvious that the imbalance of yellow bile in one direction or the other can upset the normal functioning of all the above-mentioned organs and processes.

Phlegm or mucus

In its qualities, the element of Water, called phlegm, or phlegm, is diametrically opposed to yellow bile. Water is a cold and wet humor. Its excess causes mucus-like phenomena in the body, characterized by fluidity and loss of shape. Typical examples are colds, adenovirus infection, flu, bronchitis, sinusitis. Other manifestations of excess Water can be diarrhea, psoriasis and even dementia. In its materialized form, phlegm is most easily seen during a severe cold. Since phlegm is associated with emotions, its excess can speak of grief, worry, or apathy.

Cold and wet phlegm has little energy, but it is able to form bonds. These qualities are manifested both at the physiological and psychological levels. The phlegmatic is characterized by deep and strong feelings and experiences, emotionally rich and sincere relationships with people, often with family members. But at the same time, he is naturally inactive. Thus, the psychological and physiological manifestations of energy deficiency and the ability to form bonds are very similar. These two spheres of human life are closely interconnected, and their connection can be accurately described through humors.

Keywords for phlegm are "cooling", "fluidity" and "shapelessness". Imagine water running down a river from the mountains. As long as its quantity does not exceed the boundaries allotted by the channel, the water follows a given course. When the amount of water increases (for example, during floods or floods), the river overflows and, with its formlessness, destroys all forms encountered on its way. An excess of phlegm can be considered as watering of the body.

Phlegmatic people are characterized by passivity, pale and moist skin, timidity and a quiet voice. The lack of fire manifests itself as a lack of energy, which gives the ability to act and fight for their rights. Formlessness means that phlegm attaches and sticks, both physiologically and psychologically. A good example is turning the page of a book with a wet fingertip—moisture makes the finger sticky, making it possible to turn a page that would not yield to a dry fingertip. Moisture connects.

At the physiological level, phlegm plays the role of a lubricant. For, чтобы процессы протекали гладко, необходима влага. Imagine what happens if the joints dry out. Cold and moist Water compensates for the action of hot and dry yellow bile, preventing overheating of the body. Its fluidity supports the mechanisms of excretion and excretion by organs of various substances, salivation and lymph formation. Water is responsible for all the mucous membranes of our body. It concentrates in the lungs, which makes them susceptible to diseases of a phlegmatic nature. Mucus is also associated with kidney function.

Phlegm is winter humor. For, чтобы компенсировать влагу и холод этого сезона, следует есть побольше горячих и сухих продуктов. Phlegm corresponds to the last period of our life. This gentle and sensitive humor reveals itself in the typical mildness of old people, in their frequent coughing. Dementia is another phlegmatic phenomenon: shapeless mucus disrupts the clear work of the mind. This is one of the dangers of old age, to which people with phlegmatic constitution. A proper diet can help prevent this debilitating ailment.

Pregnancy is a very special phlegmatic period in a woman's life. This is the largest of all possible physiological processes of expulsion. Therefore, mucus is necessary for its flow. This explains the psychological and physiological characteristics of pregnant women: hypersensitivity, spontaneous gastronomic whims, anemia (lack of iron - the metal of Mars, which has the nature of Fire and is therefore associated with the humor opposite to phlegm - yellow bile), instability of the pelvis. All of these are symptoms of excess phlegm. And the very body of a pregnant woman is a clear example of the action of phlegm at the physical level: its roundness, shapelessness, saturation with moisture.

Phlegm is responsible for feelings, so its balance in the body is directly related to our emotional stability. People who do not drink enough fluids are prone to emotional imbalance. Phlegm is a fluid humor, and this property ensures the removal of toxins from the body, a natural physiological process of our daily life. The first step to achieving emotional balance is to drink enough fluids. The daily norm for an adult is about two liters. Following this simple rule lays the foundation for emotional health.

Of course, the physiological and mental activity of a person are interdependent: physiology affects the psyche and vice versa. Unresolved emotional pain can get stuck inside us like unshed tears, increasing the amount of phlegm in the body. Physiology and psyche are nothing more than the names of two modes of manifestation of humor in a person. The psyche is the finer and less material substance of the two. It is also worth noting that our life is not limited to these components alone. We are also influenced by other factors. For example, spiritual ones, which will be discussed a little further - in the chapter dedicated to Hildegard of Bingen.

Blood is the third, hot and moist, sanguine humor, the element of life. Its properties to give energy and form connections figuratively describe the life process of the organism. However, excess blood leads to disease. So for example, as diseases of the heart and vascular system, increased nervous excitability, exhaustion, migraine or bleeding. In fact, this is nothing