Press Here During the Autumn!

It's that time of year when nights become longer, colors change, and nature shows us the beauty in letting go.  Autumn is a season where we find ourselves a little more serious than the carefree energy of summer.  In traditional Chinese medicine, this is a time for putting things into order, communication, setting limits, and protecting boundaries.  It's also a time for beginning more introspective and indoor projects.​

The Lung and Large Intestine are the internal organs related to autumn.  The Lung is associated with the feeling of sadness or a difficulty in letting go.  It is considered a tender organ, meaning it is the uppermost internal organ and very susceptible to wind and cold.  The Lungs also control the circulation of our protective energy, similar to immunity, which helps defend us against colds and flus. 

Pressing at the Lung's source point on the wrist is a wonderful way to help with the transition from summer to autumn, as well as to strengthen the functions of the Lungs.  To find this point, have your palms facing up and locate the slight depression at the wrist crease closer to your thumb.  The point is between the radial artery and the tendon (abductor policis longus).  Press here on both wrists for a few minutes per day.  Some indications for this point are cough, asthma, bronchitis, shortness of breath, wheezing, or heavy feeling in the chest.

If you're feeling like this isn't enough for you or your finding it difficult to let something go, schedule an appointment with your acupuncturist to tune up your energy and provide extra support!