PRACTICE FORGIVENESS

Practice forgiveness, in the past, present and the future.

THE GOVERNING AND CONCEPTION VESSELS (and finally - Meridians 14)

The Governing and Conception Vessels

The Governing and Conception Vessels are the main rivers of the body’s Yin and Yang energies. They are polar aspects of the body, perfectly complementary, like midnight and midday. They are responsible for the formation of the holoblastic cleavage and the first cellar division of the fertilized ovum in embryological development.

The Governing and Conception Vessels each have two energy flows on the anterior and posterior vertical midline of the body. Each vessel’s pathway is complete, being composed of an ascending energetic flow and a descending energetic flow. The duality of these two medial lines, join at the extremities (the head and perineum), forming one complete circle of energetic current.

Both vessels are superimposed on each other, with the energy of the Governing Vessel being predominant up the back and inferior down the front (behind the Conception Vessel); the energy of the Conception Vessel is predominant up the front and inferior down the back (behind the Governing Vessel).

Governor Vessel

Sea of the Yang Meridians

The Governor Vessel starts at the perineum and travels to the coccyx before making its way to the back of the head. Flowing over the head, it then travels down the front of the face to stop at the canines in the upper jaw.

Conception Vessel

Sea of the Yin Meridians

The Conception Vessel runs down the front of the body, starting just below the eyes. It circles around the mouth to the chest and abdomen before landing at the perineum

LARGE INTESTINE MERIDIAN (Meridians 13 of 14)

Large Intestine Meridian

Minister of Transportation

The Meridian of Self-Esteem

Large Intestine

·         Paired with the Lungs

·         Transports and Transforms food – absorbs the residue of water and turns the rest into waste

·         Rules elimination and communicates with the lungs to regulate the transportation function of the body

·         Health of the Large Intestine is reflected in stools

The Large Intestine Meridian starts in the tip of each index finger and rises along the lateral side of the forearm and the anterior side of the upper arm to reach the highest points in the shoulder. here it diverges into two branches. One travels internally into the lungs, diaphragm, and large intestine. The other flows externally, passing the neck and cheek to enter the lower teeth and gums, and then on to the other end of the nose.

Acupuncture points in this meridian are indicated for diseases affecting the head, face, pharynx (throat), febrile conditions and other symptoms along the meridian pathway.

UNCONDITIONAL LOVE - THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

Practice unconditional love.

LUNG MERIDIAN (Meridians 12 of 14)

Lung Meridian

Prime Minister

The Meridian of Humility

Lungs

This represents the bronchi, the immune system, allergies and the skin.

·         Control respiration and vital energy

·         Help to repel invading evils

·         Transportation and distribution of nutrients and water, the secretion of sweat and the excretion of urine

·         Assist the Heart with the circulation of blood

·         Connected with the nose and the sense of smell

·         Control the skin (exterior of the body)

·         Sensitive to changes in the environment such wind, dampness and coldness

·         Responsible for Self-protection and Self-preservation

·         Sensitive to emotional feelings and turmoil, such as disappointment, sadness, grief, despair, anxiety, shame, and sorrow

·         Store Po – vitality, more associated with the physical side of concentration

·         Associated with communication problems

·         Health of the Lungs is seen on the skin and in the body hair

·         The Lung Meridian begins at the Triple Burner near the navel, runs inside the chest, and surfaces in front of the shoulder. Here it branches out from the armpits to run down the medial aspect of the upper arms and crosses at the crease of the elbows. It continues until it splits into two more branches, one flowing to the tips of the thumbs and the other to the ends of the index fingers. One branch runs from the chest to the large intestine.

Acupuncture points in the Lung Meridian are indicated for throat, chest and lung ailments and for other symptoms that are presented along the meridian’s pathway.

ALL IS WELL - AFFIRMATION

All is well in my world.

KIDNEY MERIDIAN (Meridians 11 of 14)

Kidney Meridian

Minister of Power

The Meridian of Sexual Confidence

Kidneys

Root of Life

Includes the adrenal glands – These glands sit like hats on top of the kidneys and secrete a wide range of essential hormones that regulate metabolism, excretion, immunity, sexual potency and fertility

Also includes what the Chinese call the ‘external kidneys’: the gonads – Control sexual and reproductive functions and provide the body’s prime source of sexual vitality

·         Maintains and Processes body fluids – send “clear fluid”, which circulates through the organs and tissues upwards & send “turbid fluid”, which is transformed into sweat and urine downward

·         Coordinate respiration with the Lungs – especially during inhalation

·         Control the bones of the entire body and the development of bone marrow that spreads along the spinal cord to the brain

·         Rules the bones, teeth, and adrenal glands

·         Responsible for the muscles as well as for the connective tissue

·         Regulate the body’s acid-alkaline balance (pH)

·         Control short-term memory and store data

·         Provide the capacity and drive for strength, skill and hard work

·         Residence of yin and yang

·         Seat of courage and willpower

·         Store Jing – vital essence that affects energy and the aging processes

·         Sensitive to chronic fear, especially when cause is not addressed

·         Associated with wilfulness and stubbornness

·         Health of the Kidneys are seen in the head hair and reflected in the ears (sense of hearing)

The Kidney Meridian initiates between the long bones of the second and third toes, near the sole of the foot. It travels the inside of the leg, entering the body near the base of the spine. At the kidneys, it splits into two branches. These pass through the chest and intersect at the Pericardium meridian and from there, journey to the base of the tongue. (A small branch divides at the lungs to link with the heart and the pericardium.)

Acupuncture points in this meridian are used for gynaecological, genital, kidney, lung, and pharynx (throat) diseases. They are also indicated for symptoms associated with the pathway of the meridian.

URINARY BLADDER MERIDIAN (Meridians 10 of 14)

Urinary Bladder Meridian

Minister of the Reservoir

The Meridian of Peace and Harmony

Urinary Bladder

·         Paired with the Kidney

·         Represents the entire pelvic area including prostate, uterus, testicles and ovaries and therefore also the sexuality.

·         Stores and Discharges turbid materials away from the body

·         Related to the functions and balance of the autonomous nervous system

·         Associated with resisting change, basic negative attitude

·         Health of the Urinary Bladder is reflected in the urinary activity

The Urinary Bladder Meridian begins its journey at the inside edge of each eye and travels over the top of the head (where it visits the brain) to the back of the neck. Here it splits into two parts. One (the inner branch) travels into the base of the neck and moves down, parallel with the spine. At the bottom, it reaches into the bladder. The other moves across the back of the shoulder and then runs downward alongside the inner branch. The two branches move through the buttocks and join at the knees. Each meridian now continues down the back of the lower leg, circles the outer ankle, and finally ends at the tip of the little toe, where it connects with (but is not the start of) the Kidney Meridian.

Acupuncture points in this meridian are indicated for diseases in the head, neck, eyes, back, groin and lower limbs as well as certain and mental illnesses. They are also recommended for symptoms along the meridian pathway.

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY - JUST TRY

A mistake is evidence that someone tried.

SMALL INTESTINE MERIDIAN (Merdians 9 of 14)

Small Intestine Meridian

Minister of Reception

The Meridian of Joy

Small Intestine

·         Paired with the Heart

·         Related to the sinuses

·         Receives and Contains Water and Food – absorbs pure part and distributes to entire body & impure part goes to Large Intestine

·         Separates the pure from the impure, including foods, fluids, thoughts, and beliefs

·         Controls the more basic emotions

·         Influences mental clarity, judgment, and powers of discernment

·         Associated with digesting emotional and mental demands and pressures

The Small Intestine Meridian begins in the outside tip of the little finger and goes up the arm to the back of the shoulder. At the intersection of the Bladder Meridian, it diverges into two branches. One branch moves internally through the heart and stomach to settle in the small intestine. The other branch travels externally around the cheeks on the face, passing through the eye and ear. A short branch off the cheek links the meridian to the inner corner of the eye, where it connects with the Bladder Meridian.

Acupuncture points in this meridian are indicated for diseases of the head, neck, ear, eyes and pharynx (throat), as well as certain febrile conditions and mental illnesses. These acupuncture points are also recommended for symptoms associated with the meridian’s pathway.

ALWAYS SAFE - AFFIRMATION

I am always safe, under the guidance of

 God and I choose to live in health and freedom.

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HEART MERIDIAN (Meridians 8 of 14)

Heart Meridian

King of the Organs

The Meridian of Forgiveness

Heart

The Emperor

·         Rules all of the Zang-Fu organs

·         Governs the blood circulation and distribution

·         Commands all of the organs and viscera

·         Dominates sleep

·         Controls all life processes associated with the soul and emotions

·         Controls mental activities such as processing, perception and mental health

·         Stores Shen – the body’s spirit

·         Sensitive to over-exuberance, over-excitement, agitation, panic and sudden fear

·         Associated with long-term memory, thinking, emotions, intimacy, cognition, intelligence, and ideas

·         Health of Heart is seen in the complexion and tongue and reflected in the taste buds

The Heart Meridian starts in the heart and consists of three branches. One goes to the small intestine. Another runs upward past the tongue toward the eyes. The third branch crosses the chest to travel down the arm, ending at the inside top of the little finger, where it connects with the Small Intestine Meridian.

Acupuncture points in this meridian are indicated for heart, chest and mental problems. They are also indicated for symptoms along the meridian.
  

LISTEN TO THE VOICE WITHIN - AFFIRMATION

I hear what you are saying and I know your advice is valid.

SPLEEN MERIDIAN (Meridians 7 of 14)

Spleen Meridian

Minister of the Granary

The Meridian of Confidence

Spleen

In Chinese medicine, the function of the Spleen organ-energy system includes the Pancreas.

·         Provide digestive enzymes and energy

·         Controls extraction and assimilation of nutrients from food and fluids

·         Represents the composition of the blood and the lymphatic fluid as well as their toxin and waste loads, particularly waste in form of proteins

·         Keeps blood in the vessels

·         Coordinate with the kidneys to control fluid balance throughout the system

·         Controls muscle development – responsible for building strong limbs and well-developed muscles

·         Controls the limbs and flesh

·         Linked to the mouth and appetite

·         Nurturing qualities

·         Responsible for analytical thinking, memory, cognition, intelligence, and ideas.

·         Stores Yi – intention, willpower, determination, or an awareness of the possibilities that are open to us to make changes in our lives

·         Sensitive to pensiveness, worry, or over-thinking – dwelling too much on a particular problem, or concentrating too hard for too long

·         Associated with pondering over problems, obsession with thoughts

·         Health of Spleen is seen in the lips and is reflected by the tone and condition of muscle tissue

The Spleen Meridian starts at the big toe and moves along the inside of the foot, crossing at the inner ankle. It then continues to climb until it ends at the armpit. One branch leaves the abdomen and runs inside the body to the spleen, linking with the stomach and the heart.

Acupuncture points in this meridian are indicated for peptic, gynecological and genital diseases. They are also indicated for symptoms along the meridian.