By Rosemarie Allen
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12 Jan, 2024
Happy New Year! As we enter January, a fresh start with crisp air and endless possibilities, it's also natural to feel a bit of a slump. The holidays are over, the cold can be bone-chilling, and the pressure to set and achieve new goals can be overwhelming. But before you get swept away by the January blues, take a deep breath and remember the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Acupuncture and acupressure offer powerful tools to restore balance, boost energy, and cultivate inner peace, making this new year your healthiest and happiest yet. Acupressure: Your At-Home Acupuncture Powerhouse Acupressure, the self-administered version of acupuncture, uses gentle fingertip pressure on specific points along your body's meridians (energy pathways) to stimulate healing and well-being. It's easy to learn, safe to practice anywhere, and incredibly effective for a variety of common January woes: Stress and anxiety: Apply firm pressure for 30 seconds to Yintang (located in the center of the space between the eyebrows). Fatigue and low energy: Stimulate the Ren Vessel 6 (CV6) point, about two finger-widths below your navel, to invigorate your Qi (vital energy). Digestive issues: Relieve holiday overindulgence by massaging the Zu San Li (ST36) point, located four finger-widths below your kneecap on the outer leg.