The organ clock
The organ clock comes from traditional Chinese medicine (TCM): the conception that organs and their meridians are, over the course of the day, especially active and “well supplied with energy” at particular times. At the Kyborg Institute we present it as a spiritual model of interpretation – expressly without any claim to diagnosis or therapy.
The organ times in overview
- 6 a.m. – large intestine (elimination)
- 8 a.m. – stomach (a good time for breakfast)
- 10 a.m. – spleen/pancreas
- 12 noon – heart (open for contacts)
- 2 p.m. – small intestine
- 4 p.m. – bladder
- 6 p.m. – kidney
- 8 p.m. – circulation/sexus
- 10 p.m. – circulation/temperature
- 12 midnight – gall bladder
- 2 a.m. – liver
- 4 a.m. – lung
How the model is to be understood
Some people use the organ clock as a suggestion to perceive their own daily rhythm more consciously. This is a worldview-based view – no medical diagnostic tool. Recurring complaints belong to be clarified by a doctor, independently of the time of day.
Note: This article renders a personal, worldview-based view and is not medical advice. It replaces no medical diagnosis or treatment. For health questions please turn to a doctor or pharmacy; do not discontinue prescribed medication on your own initiative.
Frequently asked questions
Can one diagnose illnesses with the organ clock?
No. The organ clock is a spiritual model of interpretation from TCM, no diagnostic tool. Complaints belong to be clarified by a doctor – earlier statements about 'diagnosis' we have removed.
What is the organ clock?
The conception that organs and meridians are especially active at particular times over the course of the day. It comes from traditional Chinese medicine and is a worldview-based view.
What can the model be useful for?
As a suggestion for self-perception of one's own daily rhythm – no more. Whoever notices recurring complaints should have them clarified by a doctor.
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Sources
- D. Harald Alke: Gesundheitslexikon (Health Encyclopedia). A detailed account of health-relevant topics and therapeutic methods; bundled, overlapping experiences from around 30 years of life counselling with clients. Kyborg Institute.
Autor: D. Harald Alke