Thus the Earth element is always present, even in the other phases of the cycles. It acts as a non-judgemental influence, providing understanding, contemplation and a mature energy. If the Earth influence is excessive, one worries too much, losing the overall perspective, resulting in hypochondria, digestive and blood disorders and menstrual disorders in women. When the energy is deficient, the mind becomes sluggish, resulting in depression and fatigue. Wood creates Fire.
Fire generates Earth.
Earth generates Metal. Metal creates Water. Water controls Fire. Fire controls Metal. Metal controls Wood.