TCM Recipes

Menopausal Mood Support: Relief from Irritability & Anxiety

(F) Menopausal Mood Swings 11: SI13, ST45, Hy1, CV23, La3

(Irritability, Anxiety, Emotional instability, Insomnia)

This recipe uses SI13 (Quyuan) for shoulder and Qi, ST45 (Lidui) to clear heat, Hy1 (Chengqi) for facial symptoms, CV23 (Lianquan) to clear throat, and La3 (Shangguan) for head and emotions. It reduces menopausal mood swings. Contraindications: Avoid Hy1 near eyes.

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Visualize the acupuncture points essential for balancing menopausal mood swings.

SI13 (Quyuan) is located on the back of the shoulder, just above the scapula. This point helps to relieve shoulder tension and promote the flow of Qi, enhancing emotional stability.

ST45 (Lidui) is found on the outer edge of the second toe. It serves to clear heat from the body, reducing irritability and anxiety, allowing for a calmer mind.

Hy1 (Chengqi) is positioned just below the eyeball in the eye socket. This point addresses facial symptoms and emotional disturbances, helping to soothe emotional turmoil. Note to avoid direct pressure near the eyes.

CV23 (Lianquan) is located in the center of the neck, just above the collarbone. It clears the throat, allowing for better communication and expression of feelings, alleviating emotional instability.

La3 (Shangguan) is situated on the wrist, near the base of the thumb. This point connects to the head and emotions, balancing mental and emotional states.

As you focus on these points, imagine each one glowing with healing energy, harmonizing the flow of Qi throughout your body. Picture the warmth of relaxation spreading from SI13, soothing your shoulders. Feel the cooling release from ST45, washing away heat and tension. Allow the calming effect of Hy1 to ease your mind, promoting clarity and peace.

With CV23, visualize your throat opening, facilitating the expression of emotions. Lastly, sense the grounding energy from La3 stabilizing your thoughts and feelings, bringing you back to a state of balance.

Breathe deeply, drawing in peace and letting go of anxiety. With each breath, feel the connection to these points, nurturing your emotional well-being and inviting tranquility into your life. Allow this natural process to unfold, guiding you toward a harmonious state of mind and spirit.