Acupressure And Marma Points
Acupressure and Marma points for Springtime wellbeing
How to use Marma and Acupressure points to relieve congestion, stimulate digestion, and increase energy.
The sunshine, blooming flowers, and longer days of Spring may be incredibly uplifting and the perfect antidote to Winter's darkness.
However, allergies, changes in digestion, skin problems, and other unanticipated imbalances might occur during this season. Thankfully, ancient wisdom traditions such as Ayurveda and Chinese Medicine have a plethora of techniques to treat and calm any Springtime wellbeing difficulties, and we can begin incorporating them into our daily lives right now for improved physical and mental health. Continue reading to learn how to remove congestion, improve digestion, and increase energy.
Perspectives on health from the past
Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) both strive to live in harmony with nature, adapting daily activities to the seasons and focusing on various components of the body and mind throughout the year. Spring is the season of Kapha energy, according to Ayurveda. The traits of development, plenty, weight, softness, steadiness, slowness, coolness, and the elements earth and water make up one of three Ayurvedic doshas (or 'types').
A healthy balance of Kapha energy is beneficial because it allows us to heal, feel strong, and provides us with a robust immune system, well-lubricated joints, good reproductive health, and a calm, loving, and caring attitude. Lethargy, water retention, clogged lungs and sinus troubles, unplanned weight gain, puffiness, feeling unmotivated, sluggish digestion, low mood levels, attachment issues, and a drive to hoard stuff or comfort eat are all symptoms of too much Kapha energy. Due to the Kapha season, we may face a few of these troubles in the Spring, therefore it's helpful to know how to manage this type of energy.
Spring, according to Traditional Chinese Medicine, is the season of the Wood element, which is associated with growth, abundance, fertility, creativity, growth, and rebirth, as well as cleansing actions. The liver and gallbladder are at their best activity during Spring, according to TCM, so it's the ideal time to start decongesting sinuses, caring for the lungs, getting lymph and circulation circulating, cleansing or fasting, and releasing emotions like anger, resentment, impatience, and long-held grudges.
Visiting an acupuncturist or Ayurvedic doctor at the start of the Spring season is a terrific approach to assess where you could be out of balance and how to improve your mind-body health for the season. Meanwhile, using marma and acupressure points to maintain balance is an excellent self-care activity to begin!
Springtime wellness with 5 essential acupressure and Marma points
CV17 Acupressure Point:
Run your fingers down the length of your sternum until you reach a slight hollow 'dip' at the bottom. This is 'conception vessel 17', and it is important for the lungs' energy. Firmly pressing here can assist clear mucus from the lungs and open the chest, as well as improve the sensation of being able to take full, deep breaths.
The Hridaya Marma Point and Thymus Thumping:
This point is associated with Anahata, the heart chakra, as well as blood, lymph, and prana circulation, and immunological function. By pressing on the center of your sternum, you can find this place. The 'thymus thump' technique can be used to improve this practice by tapping on the spot to stimulate the thymus gland. By releasing 'T' cells, tapping on this spot can help relax the nervous system, improve mood, and enhance the immune system.
UB2 or 'Zan Zhu' acupressure point
These points can be seen on the inside margin of each brow. These ideas can help cleanse sinuses and lessen headaches. Slowly breathe through your nose while pressing your index fingers on the points.
Point Nabhi Marma
Nabhi is a significant marma point for improving digestive power. It is placed around the navel. It is also thought to be the starting point for the complete system of nadis (channels that convey prana throughout the subtle body). Massage your navel in a clockwise circular motion with your fingers, adding sesame or almond oil to reduce anxiety or fragrant essential oils like ginger or fennel to encourage digestion.
Many healers, reiki practitioners, and bodyworkers rub their hands to 'activate' the flow of energy from them before a session to manage the body's subtle energy. Press your thumb into the center of the opposite hand and massage the region firmly to improve the flow of energy throughout your body, using eucalyptus or camphor oil to clear the respiratory system.