Let us continue to look at a series of easy self care techniques to help you feel better. The body can regenerate and restore when the energy is flowing. With Jin Shin, we work with the acupressure points on the body using light touch to release stress and tension.
And yes, you can work on yourself or use these points to work on a client. It is common for me to hold the Bladder Points on someone with a lot of back side issues. It is also easy to teach them to do it for themselves.
This month – the Kidney Meridian
Do you notice any of these tendencies in yourself? Many of these tendencies are also shared with the Bladder Meridian, as they are both water elements, but with Kidney you may notice more panic attacks, denial, anger, fear of failure, perfectionism, insecurity, resentment and mistrustfulness.
Or specifically you may notice: Water retention, blood pressure problems, congestion, esophagus swollen at top, mouth feverish, phlegm, eczema, sweaty hands and feet, hungry but nothing appeals, intestinal issues, plantar fasciitis, bone spur, gout.
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Childhood innocence. This blend makes me smile. Light, free, airy – with giggles thrown in for fun. It brings the essence of purity to your being. While the oils in this blend are dynamite for detoxing and decongesting the body, this is intended more for detoxing of negative energies – releasing, cleansing, balancing and aligning toward Divine Expression. Disinterest, withdrawal, worry, fear of failure – this blend helps us to connect with and act from our highest ideals. Reconnect with your feeling life! Lightness, playfulness, joy, purity of mind. Great for anxiety!


