Self-Soothing Techniques: Acupressure
Hey y’all,
While December can be a joyous time for some, it can also be stressful and overwhelming for others. As the year comes to a close, what a beautiful opportunity to share some self-soothing techniques to help calm your emotions and manage your stress. Self-soothing is essential for your emotional well-being and can be beneficial in many situations.
Let’s start with reflexology, also known as acupressure points. Acupressure involves stimulating specific points in the body to promote healing and alleviate symptoms.
Here are some commonly used acupressure points:
LI4 (Hegu)
Located between the thumb and index finger on the back of the hand. It is often used for headaches, toothaches, and sinus congestion. If you are pregnant, please avoid this pressure point.
LV3 (Taichong)
Found on the top of the foot between the big toe and the second toe. It is believed to help with stress, insomnia, and menstrual pain.
GB20 (Fengchi)
Situated on the back of the neck, below the base of the skull. It is commonly used for headaches, neck pain, and dizziness.
CV17 (Shanzhong)
Located at the center of the chest, on the sternum. It is believed to help with stress, anxiety, and chest congestion.
PC6 (Neiguan)
Situated on the inner side of the forearm, about two and a half finger widths above the wrist. It is commonly used for nausea, motion sickness, and anxiety.
ST36 (Zusanli)
Located on the lower leg, about four finger widths below the kneecap. It is thought to boost energy, strengthen the immune system, and aid digestion.
Use firm but gentle pressure with your fingertips or thumbs when applying acupressure. Apply pressure in a circular or up-and-down motion for about 1 to 2 minutes on each point. It's important to breathe deeply and relax during the process. Enjoy!
Cheers,
Indigo Movement Team
