Let me share with you three fantastic acupuncture points, which I have named The Holy Trio. What's great about these points is that you can gently tap or massage them at home.
These points were highly regarded in ancient Traditional Chinese Medical texts, such as in the Ode to Elucidate Mysteries. The first point DU 20 represents the energy of the heavens (head), the second point CV 21 the energy of the person (the centre) and the finally point KD 1 (the feet) absorbs energy from the earth and roots our energy to the ground.
I recommend these points to clients who experience high levels of stress, anxiety or who may not be feeling that grounded in their lives (everyone can benefit from this tapping sessions).
It's a quick 5 minute routine that you can do anywhere (as long as you are happy taking your shoes off)! Simply tap, gently press or massage the three points below, concentrating on the breath, when you need that little extra calm. Teach this routine to your kids, my daughter loves it because it's fun. Mama loves it, as it helps with bedtimes!
Hopefully you will notice something really special about The Holy Trio in regards to your breath. If you are like me, and sometimes struggles to really breath deeply into your tummy (Yes, even acupuncturists get told off in yoga for not breathing properly). You may find your breath along with your anxiety levels, can get stuck in the chest area. Resulting in shortness of breath and chest tightness, then this point combination is for you.
Try tapping/pressing The Holy Trio at home. Happy tapping!
If you have any questions, please get in touch.
Trish
GV 20 - The Brain Point
How to do release the energy for this point?
Breathe deeply through the nose, exhaling through the mouth. Whilst tapping or massaging this point with a finger tip to uplift the body’s energy levels.
How to find this point?
Place thumbs on tips of ears (as guidance). Slide middle fingers towards mid-line of the head. The point will align with the tip of the ears, on the top of the head. A slight dip can be found on the scalp at GV 20 (a definite aah moment!).
What is this point good for?
This Acupuncture point feels great, when tapped or massaged. Use this point for an energy lift, to help relieve headaches and to feel more balanced within yourself. I often use this point for clients with Fibromyalgia, it works great for Fibro Fog and to help with fatigue and low energy levels.
CV 21 - The Breath Point
How to release the energy of this point?
Breathe deeply through the nose and exhale through the mouth. Gently tap or massage this point to push breath inhalation directly to the tummy.
How to find this point?
On the mid-line of the chest. Just below the hollow of the throat. Find a slight dip, it will feel tender to the touch.
What is this point good for?
When this point is stimulated, notice that breathing becomes easier. Let the breath go deeper into the abdomen before exhaling. This point is great for chest tightness, breathing difficulties and even digestive issues.
KD 1 - The Grounding Point
How to release the energy of this point?
Breathe deeply through the nose and exhale through the mouth. Gently press this point on both feet with thumbs to ground the body's energy.
How to find this point?
On the sole of the foot between the 2nd and 3rd toes. Roughly 1/3 of the distance between the base of the second toe and the heel. A slight dip can be felt at this point. Try bending toes and upper 1/3 of the foot forward, as it will be easier to find the indentation of KD 1.
What is this point good for?
This point echos the earth. Which makes it amazing for grounding the body's energy. It is wonderful for clarity of thought, headaches and insomnia. Young children respond fantastically to this point being gently pressed, to aid in a restful sleep. Enjoy!