Sometimes the Fire phase of energy is out of balance.  For instance, a person with an excess of Fire might be one who  “burns the candle at both ends.”  Other manifestations would be a red face, overheated body and continuous talking that keeps one from the balance of quiet and rest needed to feel harmony in life.  Too much heat can injure, burning a person up or out.

 

Too little Fire manifests in a person who feels deep despair and sadness.  She/he appears cool and aloof to others, insulating her/himself from intimacy and risk.  The eyes of such a person look dim and blurred; she/he is unable to stay focused.  Too little heat can leave one cold and unable to be fully alive.

 

With balanced Fire energy, we are able to love and be loved, to enjoy life, to grow and mature and to follow the unique path of our hearts.

 

How is it possible to sustain Fire energy?  How can you keep warm and happy and maintain joy and delight in life?  You can begin by observing your own Fire energy.  Observe your ability to laugh and be warm.  Notice what feeds your fire and what extinguishes it.  Be aware of what and who are sources of warmth for you.  Notice when you feel burned out.  Notice what you do to refuel yourself.

 

The Fire phase encourages us to mature and flourish, to lighten up and explore the adventures of life.  Fire’s warmth, passion and joy awaken us to life in every part of nature.  Fire helps us to be spontaneous and express our true nature to the world.

 

May your life be full of fire and joy this Summer Season!