Everyone gets angry at times, but how can we alleviate anger? In addition to venting psychologically, there are several acupoints on the body that can also have a good effect. Why not give them a try?
Tiger's Mouth Acupoint To quickly relieve anger, you can massage the Tiger's Mouth acupoint. This acupoint has the effect of relieving emotions and also opens up the chest. The acupoint is located on the back of the knuckle joint of the index finger.
Procedure: Open your thumb and index finger of one hand, then grip it with the other hand so that your thumb aligns with the acupoint. Massage or press the acupoint with moderate force for about 5 minutes.
Laogong Acupoint For those who feel tired, anxious, or easily nervous, massaging the Laogong acupoint can have a calming effect. This acupoint belongs to the Pericardium Meridian of Hand Jueyin and is located in the center of the palm, between the second and third metacarpal bones, at the tip of the middle finger when making a fist.
Procedure: Use the tip of the middle finger of one hand to massage the Laogong acupoint of the other hand. Apply moderate force and massage for about 5 minutes.
Fengchi Acupoint There is an acupoint at the top of the human head called the Fengchi acupoint. It can help release the body's internal energy and relieve emotions in a short period of time. It also has the effect of treating headaches and dizziness. This acupoint is located on the neck, just below the occipital bone, level with the Wind Mansion acupoint, in the depression between the sternocleidomastoid muscle and the upper end of the trapezius muscle.
Procedure: Place both hands on the neck and use the middle finger to point at the acupoint. Apply moderate pressure and gently press the acupoint.
Hegu Acupoint This acupoint is a good point for treating bad moods. When a person feels anxious or angry, massaging this acupoint can help alleviate emotions. In addition, it also treats fever, headaches, red and swollen eyes, toothache, deafness, and facial swelling. This acupoint belongs to the Large Intestine Meridian of Hand Yangming and is located on the back of the hand, between the first and second metacarpal bones, at the midpoint on the radial side of the second metacarpal bone.
Procedure: It is easy to locate this acupoint. Use the thumb of one hand to massage the Hegu acupoint of the other hand. Press and release the acupoint, and massage for 3-5 minutes.
Ear Acupoints The ears are a sensitive and often overlooked part of the body. These acupoints can help alleviate restlessness and have a calming effect because they are associated with the brain and the endocrine system. These acupoints are distributed around the earlobe and the surrounding area.
Procedure: Use the thumb and index finger of both hands to pinch and knead the area around the ears until they turn red. Massage for about 5 minutes.
Do not underestimate these acupoints. They not only help reduce anger but also have the effects of relieving emotions and fatigue, as well as promoting overall health. You don't need to massage these acupoints multiple times a day. Just set aside 3-5 minutes each day to try them out. Give it a go!
