Fire

In this article an in-depth look is taken at the element Fire. This article is part of a four part series, the other articles in the series are Earth, Air and Water. The articles can be read in any order.

Associations

Traditionally Fire is associated with the south, with the summer solstice and with noon. Of the four magical tools, the sword is associated with fire and with the south. The colour most associated with Fire and the south is red. Traditionally a distinction is made between male and female elements, and between constant and inconstant elements. Fire is considered male and inconstant.

Interpretations

Fire stands for passion, courage, creativity, love, and everything that spurs us on. Without the fire of the sun our world would be cold and dead; without fire to warm our hearts and keep us going we too would be life-less.

But there's another side to this as well. Fire can do a lot of damage when it is not carefully contained; and if our planet were to move much closer to the sun most, if not all, life would perish. The same applies to the fire within us: if our passions are not balanced with self-discipline and common sense, they may lead us to rash actions and make us insensitive to other's needs.

Experiences

Here are some practical exercises you could do to further explore the role of the element Fire in your life.

when weather permits, take some time to sit in the sun. Feel the warmth, and be aware that it's the sun's light and energy that make life on this planet possible
take time to visit an art gallery or a museum, or go to a theatre performance or a concert
think about passion as a driving force in your life. What is the role of love in your life? Of anger? Of creativity?
think about joy and laughter in your life. What gives you joy? What makes you laugh?
think about the sources of inspiration in your life. Do you have role models? Do art, literature, movies or music inspire you? Maybe you can get together with friends and share your experiences
take time to use your creativity: make a painting or a poem, design a dress, think up a new recipe to prepare your favourite food, design an Internet page, whatever takes your fancy
acknowledge the role of your loved ones in your life, and let them know how much you appreciate them

Further exploration

Take some time to explore fire in connection with other elements:
Earth and fire
Air and fire
Fire and water

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