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Lack Of Braveryaccording to TCM

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Symptom family: Emotional Disturbances

Root Causes of Lack Of Bravery in TCM

Explore below more details about what might cause Lack of bravery according to TCM.

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  • Qi Deficiency
  • Gallbladder
  • Liver
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Qi Deficiency

Qi Deficiency in TCM is like running low on battery power. Qi is the vital energy that powers every function in your body. When there's a Qi Deficiency, it means your body doesn't have enough of this essential energy. This can make you feel tired all the time, weak, or even cause shortness of breath. It's similar to how you feel when you haven't had enough sleep or nutritious food. Your body just doesn't have the energy it needs to perform at its best. Unlike modern medicine, which often focuses on specific physical causes for fatigue and weakness, TCM views Qi Deficiency as an overall energy depletion that affects your entire well-being, and it seeks to replenish and balance this vital energy.... see more

Qi Deficiency Patterns That Can Lead to Lack Of Bravery

Common Symptoms: Timidity Easily Startled Indecision Sighing Dizziness Blurry Vision Eye Floaters Nervousness

Pattern Name Relevant Symptoms Relevant Formulas
Gallbladder Deficiency Lack of courage, Timidity, Easily startled, Lack of bravery, Indecision, Sighing, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Nervousness, Early awakening, Vivid dreaming... see more Wen Dan Tang
Liver Qi Deficiency Lack of courage, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Nervousness, Timidity, Easily startled, Lack of bravery, Indecision, Sighing, Vivid dreaming, Depression, Irritability, Hypochondriac distention, Irregular periods, Lack of appetite, Generalized fatigue, Abdominal distention... see more Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang | Si Wu Tang | Xiao Yao San
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Gallbladder

In TCM the Gallbladder has a unique role in storing and excreting bile, but more importantly, it's seen as crucial for decision-making and courage. It's closely connected to the Liver, assisting in the smooth flow of Qi (vital energy) and supporting the Liver's role in maintaining emotional balance. When the Gallbladder malfunctions or is imbalanced in TCM, it can lead to physical symptoms like gallstones, jaundice, or a bitter taste in the mouth. There might also be digestive disturbances, particularly related to fat metabolism. On an emotional level, a Gallbladder disorder can manifest as indecisiveness, timidity, or a tendency to easily succumb to stress. These symptoms highlight the TCM view of the Gallbladder as integral to both physical processes and emotional resilience.... see more

Gallbladder Patterns That Can Lead to Lack Of Bravery

Pattern Name Relevant Symptoms Relevant Formulas
Gallbladder Deficiency Lack of courage, Timidity, Easily startled, Lack of bravery, Indecision, Sighing, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Nervousness, Early awakening, Vivid dreaming... see more Wen Dan Tang
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Liver

In TCM the Liver is viewed as the organ responsible for the smooth flow of Qi, Blood, and emotions throughout the body. It plays a key role in regulating mood, storing blood, supporting digestion, and ensuring the health of tendons and eyes. When the Liver malfunctions or is imbalanced in TCM, it can lead to a range of issues such as irritability, mood swings, menstrual irregularities, eye problems, and muscular stiffness or pain. A malfunctioning Liver in TCM reflects not only physical disturbances but also emotional and mental disharmony, emphasizing the holistic approach of TCM in addressing health and wellness.... see more

Liver Patterns That Can Lead to Lack Of Bravery

Pattern Name Relevant Symptoms Relevant Formulas
Liver Qi Deficiency Lack of courage, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Nervousness, Timidity, Easily startled, Lack of bravery, Indecision, Sighing, Vivid dreaming, Depression, Irritability, Hypochondriac distention, Irregular periods, Lack of appetite, Generalized fatigue, Abdominal distention... see more Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang | Si Wu Tang | Xiao Yao San

TCM Herbal Formulas for Lack Of Bravery

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

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  • By Formula Type
  • Qi Deficiency
  • Formulas that dry dampness and transform phlegm
  • Formulas that tonify qi
  • Formulas that tonify blood
  • Formulas that harmonize liver-Spleen
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Top Formula for Qi Deficiency:
Wen Dan Tang

Suitable for Qi Deficiency patterns that may cause lack of bravery, such as Gallbladder Deficiency

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All Formulas Recommended for Lack Of Bravery Caused by Qi Deficiency

Formula Patterns Suitable For
Wen Dan Tang Gallbladder Deficiency
Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang Liver Qi Deficiency
Si Wu Tang Liver Qi Deficiency
Xiao Yao San Liver Qi Deficiency

Formulas that dry Dampness and transform Phlegm

These formulas are suitable for some lack of bravery-causing patterns like Gallbladder Deficiency.

One such formula is Wen Dan Tang, with crow-dipper rhizome as a key herb.

Formulas that tonify Qi

These formulas are suitable for some lack of bravery-causing patterns like Liver Qi Deficiency.

One such formula is Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang, with milkvetch root as a key herb.

Formulas that tonify Blood

These formulas are suitable for some lack of bravery-causing patterns like Liver Qi Deficiency.

One such formula is Si Wu Tang, with prepared rehmannia as a key herb.

Formulas that harmonize Liver-Spleen

These formulas are suitable for some lack of bravery-causing patterns like Liver Qi Deficiency.

One such formula is Xiao Yao San, with bupleurum root as a key herb.

TCM Herbs for Lack Of Bravery

Explore below some TCM herbs used to address lack of bravery, organized by herb category.

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  • Tonic herbs for blood deficiency
  • Warm herbs that transform phlegm and stop cough
  • Tonic herbs for qi deficiency
  • Cool/Acrid herbs that release the exterior
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Tonic herbs for Blood Deficiency

Lack of bravery can be treated by these herbs in cases of blood deficiency, working to nourish and replenish the body's blood supply.

One such herb is Prepared Rehmannia (Shu Di huang), a key herb in some formulas recommended for lack of bravery, like Si Wu Tang.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

"Tonic herbs for Blood Deficiency" recommended for lack of bravery

Herb Formulas they belong to (if applicable)
Prepared Rehmannia (Shu Di huang) Si Wu Tang
White Peony Roots (Bai Shao) Si Wu Tang

Warm herbs that transform Phlegm and stop Cough

Lack of bravery can be treated by these herbs when it results from phlegm due to cold deficiency, aiming to warm the lungs and dissolve phlegm accumulation.

One such herb is Crow-Dipper Rhizomes (Ban Xia), a key herb in some formulas recommended for lack of bravery, like Wen Dan Tang.

Tonic herbs for Qi Deficiency

Lack of bravery can be treated by these herbs when stemming from a lack of vital energy or Qi, helping to boost energy and overall vitality.

One such herb is Milkvetch Roots (Huang Qi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for lack of bravery, like Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang.

Cool/Acrid herbs that release the Exterior

Lack of bravery can be treated by these herbs when the body needs to harmonize with external environmental changes, particularly when there's a need to expel pathogenic factors like wind or cold without overly cooling the body.

One such herb is Bupleurum Roots (Chai Hu), a key herb in some formulas recommended for lack of bravery, like Xiao Yao San.