What is Sì Shòu Acupuncture and Wellness?
Focusing on prevention and health we will work to alleviate your symptoms while helping your body get back on track to a state of harmonious health so you are able do the things you love.
Sì Shòu: The 4 Guardians guarding the 4 compass directions
At the heart of Chinese mythology are four spiritual creatures (Sì Shòu 四獸) -- four celestial emblems -- each guarding a direction on the compass. In China, the four date back to at least the 2nd century BC. Each creature has a corresponding season, color, element, virtue, and other traits.
Guardian | Direction | Season | Color | 5 Element |
Tortoise | North | Winter | Black | Water |
White Tiger | West | Fall | White | Metal |
Red Bird/ Phoenix | South | Summer | Red | Fire |
Dragon | East | Spring | Blue/Green | Wood |