Feeling Of Guiltaccording to TCM

Symptom family: Emotional Disturbances

Root Causes of Feeling Of Guilt in TCM

Explore below more details about what might cause Feeling of guilt according to TCM.

  • By Syndrome
  • By Organ
  • Blood Deficiency
  • Yin Deficiency
  • Heart
Detailed description of the cause

Blood Deficiency

Blood Deficiency in TCM is like when your body's tank runs low on the vital energy that blood provides. It's not exactly the same as anemia in modern medicine, which is about having too few red blood cells. Instead, Blood Deficiency in TCM is about your body not having enough of the life-giving qualities that blood brings, like nourishment and moisture. This can make you feel tired, look pale, and even feel dizzy or have blurry vision. It's like a garden not getting enough water to stay lush and vibrant. TCM sees this as an imbalance where the body isn't being nourished as it should be, impacting overall health and well-being.... see more

Blood Deficiency Patterns That Can Lead to Feeling Of Guilt

Pattern Name Relevant Symptoms Relevant Formulas
Heart Blood Deficiency Feeling of guilt, Easily startled, Vivid dreaming Gui Pi Tang
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Yin Deficiency

Yin deficiency in TCM is a pattern of disharmony characterized by a depletion of the body's Yin energy, which represents the cooling, moistening, and nurturing aspects of our physiology. This condition often arises from factors like chronic stress, overwork, insufficient rest, or prolonged illness. Symptoms of Yin deficiency can include a sensation of heat, especially in the afternoon or evening, night sweats, insomnia, a dry mouth or throat, and a red tongue with little coating. There might also be a general feeling of restlessness or irritability. Since Yin is essential for balancing the body's active and warm Yang energy, its deficiency leads to a relative excess of Yang, manifesting as heat or dryness symptoms.... see more

Yin Deficiency Patterns That Can Lead to Feeling Of Guilt

Pattern Name Relevant Symptoms Relevant Formulas
Heart Yin Deficiency Feeling of guilt, Night sweats, Feeling of uneasiness, Feeling hot, Heat sensation in palms Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan | Ren Shen Dang Gui Tang
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Heart

In TCM the Heart is considered the "emperor" of all organs, primarily responsible for governing Blood and housing the mind, known as "Shen." It plays a crucial role in maintaining mental-emotional equilibrium and controlling the circulation of Qi and blood throughout the body. When the Heart is imbalanced or malfunctions in TCM, it can lead to a range of issues like heart palpitations, insomnia, dream-disturbed sleep, anxiety, and a flushed complexion. Emotional disturbances such as excessive joy or lack of joy are also seen as signs of Heart disharmony. These symptoms reflect not just physical heart conditions but also the state of one's Shen, indicating the interconnectedness of physical and emotional well-being in TCM.... see more

Heart Patterns That Can Lead to Feeling Of Guilt

Common Symptoms: Easily Startled Vivid Dreaming Palpitations Insomnia Poor Memory Dizziness Anxiety Restlessness

Pattern Name Relevant Symptoms Relevant Formulas
Heart Blood Deficiency Feeling of guilt, Easily startled, Vivid dreaming Gui Pi Tang
Heart Yin Deficiency Feeling of guilt, Night sweats, Feeling of uneasiness, Feeling hot, Heat sensation in palms Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan | Ren Shen Dang Gui Tang

TCM Herbal Formulas for Feeling Of Guilt

Explore below some TCM herbal formulas used to address feeling of guilt, organized by cause and by formula type.

  • By Cause
  • By Formula Type
  • Blood Deficiency
  • Yin Deficiency
  • Formulas that tonify qi and blood
  • Formulas that nourish the heart and calm the mind
  • Formulas that nourish yin and tonify

All Formulas Recommended for Feeling Of Guilt Caused by Yin Deficiency

Formula Patterns Suitable For
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Heart Yin Deficiency
Ren Shen Dang Gui Tang Heart Yin Deficiency

TCM Herbs for Feeling Of Guilt

Explore below some TCM herbs used to address feeling of guilt, organized by herb category.

  • By Herb Category
  • Tonic herbs for qi deficiency
  • Herbs that cool the blood
  • Tonic herbs for blood deficiency

"Tonic herbs for Qi Deficiency" recommended for feeling of guilt

Herb Formulas they belong to (if applicable)
Ginseng (Ren Shen) Gui Pi Tang | Ren Shen Dang Gui Tang
Milkvetch Roots (Huang Qi) Gui Pi Tang
Atractylodes Rhizomes (Bai Zhu) Gui Pi Tang
Liquorice (Gan Cao) Gui Pi Tang