Acupressure and Marma points for Springtime wellbeing

Acupressure and Marma points for Springtime wellbeing

The sunshine, blooming flowers, and longer days of Springtime can be incredibly uplifting and the perfect antidote to the darkness of Winter.

This season, on the other hand, can bring on allergies, digestive disorders, skin problems, and other unanticipated imbalances. Fortunately, 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 start incorporating them into our daily lives right now for better physical and emotional health. Continue reading to learn how to remove congestion, boost your energy, and improve your digestion.

Ancient perspectives on health

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 regeneration, and emphasises purifying activities during this time. 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 fantastic 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!

5 key acupressure and Marma points for Springtime wellbeing

Acupressure Point CV17:

To find this point, run your fingers down your sternum until you find a small hollow ‘dip’ at the bottom. This is ‘conception vessel 17’ and plays a big role in the energy of the lungs. Pressing firmly here is helpful for clearing mucus from the lungs and opening the chest, and can really help enhance the feeling of being able to take full, deep breaths.

The Hridaya Marma Point & Thymus Thumping:

This point is associated with Anahata, the heart chakra, as well as blood, lymph, and prana circulation, as well as immune health. By pressing on the centre of your sternum, you can find this place. The 'thymus thump' technique can be used to improve this practise by tapping on the spot to stimulate the thymus gland. By releasing 'T' cells, tapping on this point can help relax the nervous system, improve mood, and enhance the immune system.

Acupressure Point ‘UB2 or ‘Zan Zhu’

You’ll find these points of the inner edge of each eyebrow. Use these points to clear sinus issues or relieve headaches. Press your index fingers on the points and breathe slowly through your nose.

Nabhi Marma Point

The marma point of Nabhi, which is placed near the navel, is important for improving digestive strength. It is also thought to be the starting point for the complete system of nadis (channels that convey prana throughout the subtle body). Massage the navel area in a clockwise circular motion with your fingers, adding sesame or almond oil to relieve anxiety and fragrant essential oils like ginger or fennel to aid digestion.

Talahridaya Marma Point:

Many healers, reiki practitioners, and bodyworkers often rub their hands to 'activate' the flow of energy from them before a session, as the centre of the hand is an important spot for directing the body's subtle energy. Press your thumb into the centre 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.