HOA
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Updated: May 21, 2022
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is believed that Acupressure helps increase the flow of Qi, which is your life force. Your Qi is made up of two equal, yet opposite forces: Yin and Yang. TCM practitioners believe that having an imbalance of Yin and Yang can lead to illness and disease. In order to maintain the balance of your Qi, you must maintain balance between your organs as well as external elements. By stimulating the meridians that are connected to your organs, you can help restore balance.
Acupressure has been a staple of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as a treatment method for a wide range of conditions. Let's dive into TWO easy Self-Acupressure Points to ease you into relaxation before your meditation practice.
Where? Your “Shoulder Well” is located at the highest point of your shoulders.
Why? The “Shoulder Well” point helps release any stress or tension in your upper body. It also helps clear any anger. Just do NOT use this point during pregnancy as it can induce labor.
Where? Your “Hall of Impression” is located right in the center of the eyebrows, also known as your “third eye.”
Why? This is another great pressure point for emotional well-being. With everything going on in the world these days, emotional overwhelm can be hard to avoid. By activating your “Hall of Impression,'' you're connecting with the pineal gland which helps promote deep relaxation. Use this acupressure point when you need to calm down or clear out any anxiety or overwhelm.
Written by Izzy Liyana, content creator & writer for HOA