Facial Features
- Face: Round with floating qi, moist and thick skin; coarse eyebrows/hair, full lips and cheekbones.
- Body: Plump and rounded (not obese), hidden tendons and bones.
- Hands: Thick soft palms, sturdy finger roots, rounded fingertips, straight head line.
- Ears: Round/thick/close to head, ears higher than eyebrows, small earholes with prominent helix.
- Voice: Smooth and fluent, rapid yet clear.
Body Characteristics
Medium height with flat hips. Most have double chins, bushy eyebrows, dense hair, large earlobes, deep-set eyes (often double eyelids or asymmetrical size), and baby-faced features.
Personality Traits
- Intelligent & lively: Imaginative, innovative, emotionally rich.
- Adaptable: Adjust easily to different environments.
- Strong social skills: Excellent self-protection instincts and interpersonal relationships.
- Yin/Yang differences: Yin types are introverted/conservative; Yang types are extroverted/assertive.
Health Tendencies
- Vulnerabilities: Reproductive/urinary issues (kidney deficiency, back pain, puffy eyes, hair loss, tinnitus).
- Diet: Kidney/liver-nourishing foods (beef, angelica, carrots, lily, yam).
- Exercise: Tai Chi, jogging, ball games; avoid intense workouts.
Note: These are generalized observations from traditional practices.
"Water Type" in TCM Theory
- Constitution: Cold-sensitive, cold limbs, prone to edema/joint pain.
- Temperament: Introspective/thoughtful but potentially indecisive.
- Health Focus: Protect kidneys/bladder/reproductive system; avoid cold/dampness.
- Care: Warm yang-energy foods (ginger, cinnamon); moderate exercise (Tai Chi, yoga).
Five Elements Personality Traits
- Symbolism: Wisdom, fluidity, adaptability.
- Strengths: Clever, flexible, insightful communicators.
- Weaknesses: Emotionally volatile, indecisive, conflict-avoidant.
- Compatibility: Harmonious with "Wood" types; requires adjustment with "Fire" types.
Ideal Careers
Communication & Coordination
- Diplomat/PR/Negotiator: Mediate conflicts flexibly.
- Sales/Account Manager: Leverage empathy and insight.
- Counselor/Therapist: Utilize active listening ("silent nourishment").
Wisdom & Creativity
- Writer/Ad Creative: Channel sensitivity into content.
- Strategist/Consultant: Apply adaptive thinking.
