TCM Recipes

Menopausal Mood Relief: Calm Emotions and Sleep Better

(F) Menopausal Mood Swings 14: SI16, GB3, Hy4, GV18, La6

Irritability, Anxiety, Emotional instability, Insomnia

This recipe targets mood swings with SI16 (Tianchuang) for neck and emotions, GB3 (Shangguan) for head and emotions, Hy4 (Dicang) for facial symptoms, GV18 (Qiangjian) to clear head, and La6 (Xuanli) for head and emotions. It supports emotional balance. Contraindications: Avoid Hy4 near face.

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BioCoherence Meditation

Focus your awareness on the sensations within your body as you journey through the acupuncture points that support emotional balance during this time of change.

Begin with SI16, located on the side of the neck, a few centimeters below the ear. This point is associated with the emotions and can help release tension and irritability. Visualize a gentle light radiating from this area, soothing your neck and calming your mind.

Next, shift your attention to GB3, found just above the ear, in the depression of the temple. This point can aid in alleviating emotional distress and headaches. Picture a warm, nurturing energy enveloping this area, helping to ease any heavy thoughts.

Now, bring your focus to Hy4, located at the corner of the mouth. Though caution is advised here, imagine a soft energy radiating outward, addressing any facial tension. Allow this sensation to bring peace to your expressions and emotions.

Move to GV18, located at the top of the head, just above the crown. This point helps to clear the mind and can foster clarity. Envision a bright, cleansing light washing over this area, clearing away confusion and heaviness, leaving space for calm and serenity.

Finally, direct your attention to La6, found on the outer aspect of the forearm, two inches above the wrist. This point connects to the heart and emotions. Visualize a harmonious wave of energy flowing through your arm, promoting emotional stability and comfort.

As you meditate on these points, breathe deeply and allow the energy from each point to harmonize within you. Feel the balance restoring as you let go of irritability and anxiety, inviting in peace and emotional stability. Trust in this natural process as your body finds its way back to a state of equilibrium.