G-Jo Self-Health Newsletter Issue #10

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In this newsletter, I have been introducing you to a new way of looking at your body+mind, its healing and well-being. My approach falls under the broad umbrella of what is often called "energy medicine" or "energy healing."

Energy medicine is the basis of acupuncture and G-Jo Acupressure. It is perhaps the only system of "medicine" that lends itself to application by even modestly-trained, lay individuals (such as the "Doctor Mom" of a family).

Indeed, our approach -- over our decades of teaching G-Jo Acupressure -- is that EVERYone should know at least the basics of this ancient, powerful healing art. So before going further, let me give you a brief overview of G-Jo and energy medicine.

In the energy system of the bodymind, numerous sites of electrical potential work to control the flow of the special life-force the Chinese call "qi" (pronounced "chee"). When these sites are in good shape, and functioning properly, their "opening" and "closing" (to regulate the flow of vital energy) is an automatic response.

This response is one we are seldom aware of, except for, perhaps, the occasional itching or tingling we might feel near the skin's surface when one or another of these "points" is particularly active. It is sometimes mistaken for the niggling bite of a bug or other irritating itch.

However, any number of influences -- wrong food, harsh emotions, inclement weather, etc. -- can cause energy to move too quickly or too slowly along the body's "meridians" (invisible energy-conductive cells). These meridians run like wires between the force field (the "aura") surrounding each living being and the inner organs which are responsible for that being's life functions.

If the points along these meridians are too sluggish to respond properly, the organs "downline" can malfunction. Then symptoms and suffering arise. Similarly, if energy moves too quickly, the organs and glands can also dysfunction ... just differently.

When organ dysfunction occurs, symptoms arise. This, in a nutshell, is the "energy theory" of illness and disease.

Fortunately, we can step into the process and, by manipulating the sluggish points with massage, needles, electricity or such, we can at least temporarily restore a kind of balance to the flow of energy. The organs return to their normal function and, as a kind of "thank you," symptoms drop away in response.

G-Jo (pronounced "GEE-joh," and which means "first aid" in Chinese), is a derivative of acupuncture. Deeply triggering the affected points with the fingertip, alone, has proven itself to be a powerfully effective means of restoring energy balance -- and bringing symptomatic relief -- over thousands of years in the East.

In the West, G-Jo is the simplest form of what has been dubbed "acupressure." As you have probably realized by now, it is a kind of acupuncture ... but without the needles.

In many ways, G-Jo is crude, blunt and, perhaps pun intended, to the > point. But its simplicity has its own kind of elegance. You might say it was the original "family practice" of medicine, since many children as well as elderly folk have smiled with the relief this technique has provided.

As you may recall from earlier issues, G-Jo relies on a relatively few of the body's more than 1200 known acupuncture points. For example, G-Jo Point #10 -- the subject of this issue and a mainstay in the "toolchest" of the G-Jo acupressurist -- can be used to self-treat nearly four dozen common and emergency conditions.

It is called the "nei quan" (or "inner passage") point in Chinese literature -- and also "pericardium meridian point 6." This spot is located on the inner aspect of the lower forearm, about two inches back from the crease of the inner wrist, in approximate line with the middle finger.

G-Jo point #10 is a relatively deep acupoint. When contacted with probing, fingertip pressure, it will respond with a dull, aching sensation (which is characteristic of most deeply-embedded G-Jo points).

It is one of the first of many points to think of when treating any kind of blockage or oppression in the chest. In that regard, it is a primary emergency "control point" for treating heart attacks, heart failure and such ... especially when used in conjunction with other self-applied emergency measures, such as deep, repeated coughing (as if trying to clear phlegm from the lungs).

And because of its upper body connection, it is often used to treat problems of the respiratory system, breast and shoulder. In recent years, it has also become known as "the morning sickness" point in the West, as many acupuncturists have taught their pregnant patients its use in controlling nausea.

Not just for the nausea of pregnancy, there are now even special wrist bands for sailors and others prone to seasickness to wear at all times while on open water. A large bead applies continuous pressure to this point and is said to help ease "mal de mer" and carsickness.

When we were based in Florida, I usually owned either a sail- or power-boat. G-Jo point #10, triggered either by fingertip or one of those inexpensive bracelets, was often used to help a seasick guest I might take out into the ocean for a morning's ride.

Warning: We, at The G-Jo Institute, do NOT normally recommend such unrestrained use of ANY acupressure point (especially during pregnancy!). However, this point's effectiveness in nausea control can be quite remarkable.

Equally useful, at least from a female's point of view, are the benefits this point can bring for sufferers of menstrual distress (PMS) and various symptoms of menopause. In fact, abdominal pains of all sorts, as well as distress in the elbow, hand, fingers, arm or armpit often respond within seconds to digging, goading pressure applied at this point.

It is particularly helpful in easing coughing, especially the explosive, choking cough that is associated with "choked back" words, "swallowing the wrong way," and such. Here, simply press and hold deep, thumbtip pressure upon the point, until the sensation eases. It is said to have even been used to treat cases of drowning ... though I have thankfully never had the "opportunity" to test its effectiveness for that problem!

Curiously, this point often relieves diarrhea (and even dysentery), too. Various types of indigestion and stomach distress respond quickly to G-Jo #10.

Because of all these uses, it is a good point to memorize for people travelling anywhere, but especially abroad, in Third World countries, where food and water can cause untold woes to the unwary traveller.

These are just some of this broadacting point's many uses. It is one of the six illustrated in our free, on-line "Mini Crash-Course" in G-Jo Acupressure, found at www.g-jo.com/points.html ... and, of course, is fully described in our "Master of G-Jo Acupressure Home-Study Certification" Program.

Upon finding the point, we normally trigger it in a digging, goading kind of massage until an "acupressure reaction" occurs. For most people, this is typically a feeling warmth, clamminess or perspiration occurring suddenly in some part of the body -- hands, face, upper back ...

Then repeat the find-and-trigger process on the opposite arm until the same response occurs. That's standard practice with most G-Jo points.

If the point is not particularly tender, fails to produce the acupressure response and, especially, if no relief immediately occurs, it usually means:

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CHINESE NAME: "Inner Pass" (This translation is taken from "Grasping The Wind," by Andrew Ellis, Nigel Wiseman and Kenn Boss; Paradigm Publications.)

LOCATION: The width of two thumbs above (direction toward the elbow) the most prominent crease on the INNER wrist, in line with the middle finger.

USES: This G-Jo point has at least 49 Basic G-Jo uses, not the least of which are various problems of the chest, such as coughing. Please review our DIRECTOR'S COMMENTARY in this issue for further information and details about G-Jo point #10.

INSTRUCTIONS: To find this point upon yourself, first read the instructions. Then, using the TIP of the thumb, the bent knuckle of the index (or pointer) finger -- even the eraser tip of a pencil -- begin pressing the approximate location upon your own lower, inner forearm.

Use deep pressure. This is a deeply embedded point, so up to 15 or 20 lbs. might be needed to both to find and "trigger" it. The point itself, once contacted, will feel like a toothache or pinched nerve. It will be definitely more tender than the surrounding flesh, yet still not the sharp, stinging sensation, such as occurs when tender points nearer the skin's surface are utilized.

Finally, trigger (deeply massage) this spot in a digging, goading way for a few seconds. Again, it should feel a bit painful. Then find and trigger the same spot on the opposite side of the body. And of course go to www.g-jo.com/points.html to take our free "Mini Crash-Course in G-Jo Acupressure," of which G-Jo #10 is a part.

Or you can reach us by regular mail or phone, via our contact information at the end of this newsletter.

The G-Jo Institute is approved by The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education provider. The "Master of G-Jo Acupressure Home-Study Certification Program" may qualify in your state for up to five C.E.U's (50 hours of study -- see information and statement below).

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1 small onion, chopped
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2 Tbsp. butter or soy margarine
5 cups vegetable stock or water
1 potato, diced
2 apples, cored and chopped
1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes
1 tsp. herb seasoning salt or
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freshly ground pepper to taste
prepared mustard (optional)

In a large soup pot, saute the onions, garlic and cabbage in the butter or margarine, until tender. Add the remaining ingredients and SIMMER (do NOT boil!) for 30 minutes. Serve with dark, whole-grain bread or rolls. Serves 6-8.

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This is one of the two vital glandular/organ FUNCTIONS which acupressure therapists label as an organ. It arises primarily (but not exclusively) as an interaction between four actual organs: The heart, small intestine, kidneys and urinary bladder.

It is the "husband" of the Triple Warmer or Tri-Heater function we began to describe in an earlier issue (#4). But where the Triple Warmer was closely related to the broad category of "digestion," his function is sometimes called "the circulation-sex" function.

This is because it encompasses the entire vascular system and is closely related to sexual drive as well as "the ability to love."

In some schools of acupressure and acupuncture, it is instead known as the "heart protector." This is because the pericardium has at least several crucial jobs:

The emotional heart-protecting quality is vital: For when the heart is injured, life itself is jeopardized. The heart, being the deepest and perhaps the most sensitive organ, is said to be protected by the pericardium in the way a bastion of guards surrounds and protects a king. (To be continued)

All the body's major organs and glands, along with their many functions, are completely described in the Advanced G-Jo section of "The Master of G-Jo Acupressure Home-Study Certification Program." Please contact us for details.

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