The Lungs and Heart are strongly connected since they are both located in the chest cavity (Upper Burner in Chinese Medicine). Emotional imbalances that affect the Lungs will in turn affect the Heart and visa versa. Sadness includes the emotion of regret, as when someone regrets a certain action or decision in the past and the Mind constantly turns towards that time. The Lungs are particularly affected by bereavement and this is a time to support the Lungs, along with the rest of the body as the person goes through grieving. It is appropriate to grieve; in fact if you do not grieve then this can cause illness as the sadness is locked inside. However, grieving for too long is also damaging. Like everything else in Chinese medicine, it is all about balance.
The Kidneys are very important in Chinese medicine as they are regarded as the root of all the Yin and Yang energies of our bodies. Having strong Kidneys results in strong will power to carry out tasks and progress in life. The Kidneys are affected by fear. Long-term fear will deplete the energy of the Kidneys and this can be a cause of bed-wetting with children as the Kidneys control the lower orifices of the body.
(published with permission in writing from:http://www.gloucesteracupuncture.co.uk)
