Which TCM element are You?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  Which colour best expresses you?

  • A.
    Image Source

    Black l  Dark
  • B.
    Image Source

    Green
  • C.
    Image Source

    Red
  • D.
    Image Source

    Earth tones
  • E.
    Image Source

    White
• 2.
  What is your favourite season?

  • A.
    Image Source

    Winter
  • B.
    Image Source

    Spring
  • C.
    Image Source

    Summer
  • D.
    Image Source

    Late summer
  • E.
    Image Source

    Autumn
• 3.
  You’re most productive at what time?

  • A.
    Afternoon
  • B.
    Late nights
  • C.
    Midday and Evenings
  • D.
    Morning
  • E.
    Sunrise
• 4.
   What are your innate talents?

  • A.
    Image Source

    Wise and Knowledgeable
  • B.
    Image Source

     Assertive and Confident
  • C.
    Image Source

    Enthusiastic and Affectionate
  • D.
    Image Source

    Accommodating and Supportive
  • E.
    Image Source

    Organised and Systematic
• 5.
   What are your mental strengths?

  • A.
    Seeing the big picture and able to assess risks
  • B.
    Comfortable with conflict or pressure
  • C.
    Being completely open
  • D.
    Able to resolve conflict and work on an agreement
  • E.
    Be committed to my principles and being disciplined
• 6.
  What inspires you?

  • A.
    Image Source

     Philosophical and intellectual pursuits
  • B.
    Image Source

    Making things happen
  • C.
    Image Source

     Having a community and living in the present
  • D.
    Image Source

    Creating comfort and harmony
  • E.
    Image Source

    Art and Creativity 
• 7.
  When you’re troubled, you’re prone to

  • A.
    Cautious / Suspicious
  • B.
    Irritable / Angry 
  • C.
    Over-sensitive 
  • D.
    Anxiety or Over-worry
  • E.
    Rigidity / Inflexible
• 8.
   Do you like new things or changes in life?

  • A.
    Sure, why not
  • B.
    Of course!
  • C.
    Definitely, I'm excited!
  • D.
    Depends, but not really
  • E.
    No
• 9.
  When it’s time to relax, you like to:

  • A.
    Image Source

     Read or watch documentary
  • B.
    Image Source

    I’m too tired,       let me sleep
  • C.
    Image Source

    Dancing or organise a party
  • D.
    Image Source

    Hang out with friends or family
  • E.
    Image Source

    Solo project
• 10.
  Do you like to socialise?

  • A.
    Rarely
  • B.
    Oh yeah!
  • C.
    All the time
  • D.
    Just with my close friends
  • E.
    Selectively
• 11.
  Which personality describes you the best?

  • A.
     Honest, even blunt sometimes
  • B.
    Powerful, Confident
  • C.
    Image Source

    Open, Fun
  • D.
    Image Source

     Empathetic,  Relaxed
  • E.
    Image Source

    Hard to express myself
• 12.
  You frequently have symptoms such as:

  • A.
    Image Source

    Stiffness or pain in the knees and lower back
  • B.
    Image Source

    Headaches or vertigo
  • C.
    Image Source

    Awakening anxious or with a racing heart
  • D.
    Frequent bloating, especially towards the end of the day
  • E.
     Sneeze or cough when temperate changes  
• 13.
  Which feelings feel most dominant to you?

  • A.
    Image Source

    Fear
  • B.
    Image Source

    Anger
  • C.
    Image Source

    Joy
  • D.
    Image Source

    Worry
  • E.
    Image Source

    Sadness
• 14.
   When it comes to projects, you like to:

  • A.
    Work alone
  • B.
    Be the leader
  • C.
    Collaborate and be try new exciting ideas
  • D.
    Find ways to resolve conflict, be accommodating
  • E.
    Have everyone following proper procedures
• 15.
  Your ideal way to exercise is:

  • A.
    Image Source

     Yoga or Tai Chi where I can flow to the movement
  • B.
    Image Source

    HIIT, something that pushes me hard!
  • C.
    Image Source

    Zumba, Dancing
  • D.
    Image Source

    Anything with friends
  • E.
    Image Source

    Running on my own 
• 16.
  You find it difficult to deal with:

  • A.
    Authority, Sharing, Superficially
  • B.
    Indecision, Slowness, Clumsiness
  • C.
     Separation, Boundaries, Ordinariness
  • D.
    Disloyalty, Conflict, Saying No
  • E.
    Mess, Spontaneity, Carelessness
• 17.
  Which is most typical of you at work?

  • A.
    Pursue my own interest regardless of others
  • B.
    Others might disapprove but I am confident
  • C.
    In spite of what others think, I remain optimistic 
  • D.
    I like to settle disputes so everyone is happy
  • E.
    Defined goals and everyone follows procedures
• 18.
  When you are overworked, you experience:

  • A.
    Image Source

    Aching in the bones 
  • B.
    Image Source

    Tightness of the throat and sigh often
  • C.
    Image Source

    Feel flushed / Get mouth sores
  • D.
    Image Source

     Crave sweet food and gain weight fast
  • E.
    Image Source

     Shallow breathing / Nasal issues
• 19.
  Your main skin concerns are:

  • A.
     Dark eye circles
  • B.
     Oily skin, especially on the face
  • C.
    Red and itchy rashes or tend to get eczema flare ups
  • D.
     Puffy face / bruise easily
  • E.
     Dry, thin skin
• 20.
   People who know you would describe 

  • A.
    Unusual or Eccentric
  • B.
     Ambitious and Competitive 
  • C.
    Attractive and Humorous
  • D.
    Empathetic and Loyal
  • E.
    Classy and have high standards

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Water

  Image Source

  You're a Philosopher. You yearn for the truth and enjoy time alone to turn inward and quietly reflect upon life. Water element is linked to the Kidney and Urinary Bladder hence you many experience symptoms relating to these organs. Being a self-contained and self-sufficient character, Water types can learn to offset their detachment with more exposure and openess to others. If you're feeling stiff like a rock, acupuncture and moxa will improve circulation with a nourishing heat and you'll be able to move more freely.
• 2.
  Wood

  Image Source

  You're a Pioneer.You seek challenge and push to the limit! Wood element is linked to the Liver and Gallbladder hence you may experience symptoms relating to these organs.Naturally, Wood type likes to be first and the best. At times, you can become over-disciplined and self-punishing without noticing. Learn to be mindful of volatile emotions and try to stay flexible to avoid burn out.If you're feeling irritable, sighing often or having bad PMS, then herbs such as "Xiao Yao San" may help you. Acupuncture on the Liver meridians can also ensure free flow of Qi so you can function without being on full gear all the time.
• 3.
  Fire

  Image Source

  You're a Wizard.You're dazzling, exciting, affectionate and expressive! Fire element is linked to the Heart and Small Intestines hence you many experience symptoms relating to these organs.Just like fire, you have the capacity to give off energy and bring joy. Be mindful of conserving your own fire and not get too tired from excitement.Basking in the limelight without quiet time can easily deplete your Yin energy. Find a regular routine to rest and eat food that moisturising and slightly cooling.
• 4.
  Earth

  Image Source

  You are a Peacemaker. You embody sympathy and love to care for family, friends and co-workers. Earth element is linked to the Spleen and Stomach hence you many experience symptoms relating to these organs.Being a master of bringing comfort and creating harmony to communities, Earth types tend to over-protect and over-worry. Be mindful of spreading yourself too thinly and learn to balance self expression as well.
• 5.
  Metal

  Image Source

  You're an Alchemist.You are a keeper of standards and enjoys principles and aesthetics. Metal element is linked to the Lung and Large Intestines hence you many experience symptoms relating to these organs.Being a master of discipline and someone who loves having a neat place for everything, Metal types can also come off as indifferent and strict. Compensate a little by living with a little more spontaneity. You never know what new things you might discover!