G-Jo Self-Health Newsletter Issue #3

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Last issue, I began the story of the origins of G-Jo Acupressure. You may recall that I had first been introduced to both the disabling AND healing power of the body's many pressure points in my Shodokan-style karate training during the early 1960's.

Later, I found -- and purchased -- a huge library of books on the subject of acupuncture and its older brother, acuPRESSURE, in a London book store. This was during our first stop in a round-the-world family car trip, in 1972 -- an adventure that ultimately lasted more than a year ... and proved to be my "medical school" training in the ancient healing art of "acupuncture without needles."

For during our travels, I drove by day and studied acupuncture and acupressure by night. Using my children and myself as "living laboratories," I regularly put into practice the methods and techniques I was learning in my studies.

Upon finally returning home, I had become quite knowledgeable in the subject of the body's many acupuncture points and their uses. But it took a major accident to truly open my eyes to the awesome healing power of acupressure ... and to forge my commitment to this timeless technique of health self-sufficiency.

That happened in 1973, at our small, organic egg farm near Fort Lauderdale. My children and I were hoisting a large, metal roost to its new home in a tall shed; they were using a heavy steel ladder as a jack to hold the nesting boxes in place as I wired these cages to their supports.

For some unknown reason, the children let go of the ladder too soon and it came crashing down onto my face, barely missing my eye but slicing neatly through the side of my nose and cutting deep into my gum! It was as if I had just been hit head-on with an axe!

But I kept my senses long enough to -- almost instinctively, by then -- grab for an especially powerful acupressure point on the back of my hand (G-Jo point #13 -- see below). Massaging the point deeply and vigorously for less than a minute, first on one hand, then the other, to my utter amazement the pain -- then even the BLEEDING -- simply ... stopped!

And though the pain and bleeding soon returned, I just "triggered" that same point on either hand, again, for a few seconds. And again, the relief immediately followed.

Curiously, this astonishing "relief time" lasted longer and longer, after each time I repeated this simple procedure.

To aid the process, I also triggered another point which I knew to be effective for certain problems of the face and head: G-Jo point #4. And between these two -- along with a small butterfly bandage I applied to hold the two sides of my nose together -- I decided to put the power of acupressure to a real test.

I did not go to an emergency room. I did not seek any medical attention, though a doctor friend assured me that a wound of this size and severity would normally have needed at least 18 stitches.

In fact, I used nothing more than acupressure to speed the healing process over the next, few days. And, as I recall, to really give this technique a serious test, I even avoided applying iodine or other common antiseptics.

Bottom line: The wound healed quickly and cleanly, with no trace of infection. And today, only the tiniest of scars remains to remind me of one of the most important turning points in my life: The day I said "goodbye" to doctors, drugs, hospitals and even health care insurance!

Of course, that's an awfully bold step to take -- and I don't suggest you do this, yourself ... at least, not unless you're well-trained in this powerful, ancient healing method, known as G-Jo Acupressure. Plus, doctors and conventional health care can surely play an important role in most peoples' lives, especially for such problems as setting broken bones effectively.

Still, it's good to know that you CAN heal yourself, as well as your loved ones and others, even under the most dire of conditions. Next issue, I'll tell you the story of how G-Jo entered millions of lives ... maybe including your own. Until then, be well!

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"I had suffered from severe heel pain, usually referred to as 'Plantar Fasciitis' in the medical world, '˜heel spurs' to the rest of us. Actually, the medical community isn't even completely sure what causes this in all cases. But I was only concerned with the pain, and I don't like to see doctors. This pain can be almost crippling, especially in the early morning ... I didn't know what to do.

Then I remembered I had ordered basic G-Jo [the Master's program] ... I retrieved it and immediately found descriptions of two relevant points. I decided to try those two, both legs, each evening for a few minutes, following all the recommendations for how to press, etc. By the third day, the heel pain was entirely gone, and has never recurred (now three years later). Unbelievable!" S.M.,Redmond, WA

All testimonials are unsolicited and drawn from our files without permission from their authors. For this reason, only the authors' initials, not actual names, are used. Please feel free to send along your own G-Jo experiences, if you'd like to share them with our many thousands of readers.

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The urinary bladder, the subject of this issue, is injured (imbalanced) by excessive sexual activity. But how much is excessive?

An interesting Oriental theory (Tibetan) holds that, at least for males -- who are by far the more physically injured through too many sexual climaxes -- may ejaculate as often as three times a day, without detrimental effects on the health ... but only in winter (i.e., cold weather).

In summer, however -- or any hot weather -- ejaculating only once every two weeks should be the maximum. In the spring, fall or during other moderate weather, sexual climax is best restricted to a maximum of once every other day in order to avoid damaging the delicate balance of the kidney/urinary bladder organ team energy.

And the Tibetans are not alone in this viewpoint. Other Oriental societies have their own, similar restrictions, based not on morality but on physical health ... particularly the male's.

For a more in-depth view of -- and methods for improving -- sexual pleasure (for both males and females) based on Eastern concepts, please see our special Self-Health Report, BETTER SEX WITH ACUGENICS (available only from The G-Jo Institute, $24.95, + shipping & handling).

The G-Jo Institute is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education provider. Although we are not registered with any state for CEU's, it is our understanding that the NCBTMB status is often accepted by individual state boards. The "Master of G-Jo Acupressure Home-Study Certification Program" typically takes about 50 contact hours to complete.

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

LOCATION: In the center of the crease at the rear of the knee, between the two ligaments. DO NOT USE THIS POINT IF YOU HAVE VARICOSE VEINS.

USES: This point has at least 23 uses, two of which are abdominal pain and lower back pain (and this is just one of many G-Jo points for those, specific ailments). In the case of pain in the lower back, this point is also often used with G-Jo Point Number 5, by first "triggering" (see below) one G-Jo point, then the other. The order in which they are triggered is not usually important.

INSTRUCTIONS: To find this point on yourself, first read about the location site, above. 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 leg.

Use deep pressure -- up to 15 or 20 lbs. might be needed to both to find and trigger some G-Jo points. The point itself, once contacted, will feel normally like a toothache or pinched nerve -- definitely more tender than the surrounding flesh ... especially if this is a "good" point for your problem or target symptom.

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 leg. Reminder: Do NOT use this point if you have varicose veins.

For more complete instructions, go to www.g-jo.com/points.html and take our free "Mini Crash-Course in G-Jo Acupressure."

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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A WAY OF EATING FOR PLEASURE AND HEALTH: Each issue, we present a wholesome, nutritious recipe which our family, friends and guests have enjoyed over the years at both Falkynor Farm, and more recently, here, at DeerHaven Hills Farm & Yoga Eco-Center. Here is one of our "staples" which we serve in a variety of ways (over pasta or rice, or simply in soup bowls with crackers or bread:

1 lb. tofu, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1/4 cup tamari, soy sauce or Bragg's Liquid Aminos

1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup each sliced onion, carrot and celery
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
1 cup shredded cabbage
1 1/2 cups sliced yellow squash and/or zucchini
2 tomatoes, diced
2 cups tomato juice
1 1/2 tsp. DRIED or
1 Tbsp. chopped FRESH basil
1/4 tsp. summer savory
1 bay leaf

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add tofu and saute, turning occasionally, until browned. Stir in tamari and set aside to marinate.

In a large soup pot, saute the onions, carrots, celery and garlic in 1/4 cup olive oil until tender. Add the remaining ingredients, except tofu. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until vegetables are tender. Remove bay leaf. Add tofu and marinade and continue simmering for five minutes to warm through. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground pepper. (To add "sparkle," a little lemon juice or hot sauce may also be added at this point). Serve as described above, along with a fresh garden salad. Serves 4.

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The urinary bladder is the "organ-mate" of the kidneys. That "organ team" helps to regulate the flow and condition of the body's water. This is a key, bodily function, since more than 90% of the physical body is composed of water.

Physically, the urinary bladder stores and releases the body's surplus fluids as urine. But closely associated with this function of releasing fluids is that of sexuality -- its drive, activity and fulfillment.

This is one of the most important functions ascribed to this mated organ team. It is so important, in fact, we have created an entire "Self-Health Report" on the subject of increasing sexual pleasure through the use of G-Jo Acupressure and other easy, self-help techniques.

This highlights an important difference between conventional Western medicine and that of the traditional East. In the ancient medicines of the Orient, as we have begun to see in earlier issues, each organ team is also responsible for the EMOTIONS we feel, as well as the physical sensations.

This is done through the bodymind's biochemistry. Each organ team is "responsible" for creating, neutralizing and destroying many -- sometimes HUNDREDS -- of biochemicals. And just as a person thinks and acts differently when his or her bloodstream is high in alcohol, so each and every biochemical has a similar effect on both the body and mind. Just usually not so pronounced.

For example, the power of "free will" can easily suffer when the kidneys and urinary bladder are malfunctioning and out of balance. So a kind of "acupressure psychotherapy" may be applied to the acupressure points controlling these organs to help improve the sense of will-power, determination and ambition.

We will learn more about this unique idea of biochemistry affecting our thoughts (and because of this, perhaps even our destiny) in upcoming issues. But for the moment, let's stay with the physical body.

Bones and ears are several of the so-called "children" of the urinary bladder-kidneys organ team. Thus, problems with either bones, the ears, themselves, or hearing are closely associated with the imbalance and malfunction of those childrens' "parents" -- that vital team of organs.

In like manner, problems with the hair on the head (such as dandruff and baldness) reflect imbalance -- too much or not enough activity -- in these organs. So does all lower back distress (sciatica, lumbago, "low back pain" syndrome, distress arising from sexual frustration, etc.).

There are other such little-known connections, too, between this organ team and other bodily areas and functions. These are more completely described in the "Advanced G-Jo" Section of "The Master of G-Jo Acupressure Home-Study Certification Program." Please contact us for details.

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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Diane Ruby, MS -- Emotional Field Therapy (EFT) therapist, Certified G-Jo Instructor & long-time associate of The G-Jo Institute. EFT is to emotional suffering what G-Jo Acupressure is to pain: Almost instant relief! Diane specializes in telephone EFT counseling and training sessions -- she may be reached at (828) 859-2520.

www.emofree.com -- website for Gary Craig and the growing EFT "self-psychotherapy" movement. This remarkable program does for emotional suffering what G-Jo Acupressure does for pain and other physical distress.

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http://health.asiangate.com -- Co-Founder and Medical Director of The G-Jo Institute, Dr. Barry Sultanoff, is now the Features Editor of this useful website for English- and Asian-speaking people. Barry's portion of this interesting and unique website is found by pressing on the "English" button.

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