G-Jo Self-Health Newsletter Issue #8

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Last issue, we left your poor Executive Director -- that's me -- in "the green room" (the make-up facility) of a major, NYC TV studio, preparing for the first interview on his nationwide, book-promotion tour. He was sitting in a growing puddle of cold sweat, developing a massive case of stage fright. I was about to venture forth to teach New York City how to heal itself of any and all ailments. And I had just under four minutes of precious air-time to do it.

Almost unconsciously, as I had so often done before, I began to massage G-Jo point #13 -- located in the webbing between the thumb and pointer finger on the back of the hand (please see the illustration of this point at our free, basic G-Jo teaching site: www.g-jo.com/points.html). Not surprisingly, I soon began to feel better and more relaxed. Fortunately, within a few minutes, I was "back to myself," again ...

... and when I was called onto the stage, I walked comfortably and confidently in front of the camera ... and into the career which would occupy so much of my working life!

Fast-forward 25 years. Today, knowing what I've learned since that first, fateful moment in my "public" career, I would have used something considerably more elegant to deal with stage-fright. Or with ANY kind of emotional distress, for that matter.

It's called "Emotional Freedom Technique" ... or by those in the know, simply "EFT". You could also call this a kind of "do-it-yourself acupressure instant psychotherapy."

To use this remarkably easy and effective self-health technique, several special acupressure-type points -- located primarily on the face and hands -- are not massaged, but TAPPED, in a certain sequence. At the same time, while tapping, the sufferer either verbally or silently repeats specific affirmations directed toward the problem at hand.

The keys to this affirmation are two-fold: It must acknowledge the immediate problem; yet at the same time, one still must affirm oneself as being both healthy and otherwise OK. Important to note: The sufferer doesn't actually need to BELIEVE the good things s/he's affirming about him- or herself... but this affirmation DOES need to be said while the tapping's being done, nonetheless.

For example, to erase the stage-fright I had been feeling, I would begin by tapping on EFT's special group of acupoints (perhaps half a dozen, in all). And while doing so, I would repeat to myself something like: "Even though I feel nervous and upset about appearing in front of a TV camera, I love and accept myself fully and completely."

Tapping, alone, is normally not enough. Nor is just repeating the affirmation without the tapping sequence.

But when these, two steps are combined, the resulting "magic" can be positively awesome!

Even longstanding phobias (e.g., fear of flying, riding on elevators or escalators, indeed virtually ANY nagging fear, dread, obsession, trepidation or emotional distress) can actually vanish ... often in seconds! Yes, vanish. And yes, in seconds! This technique is truly THAT powerful!

It is a most bizarre experience, trust me: To be feeling a sense of dread or despair, at one moment, then -- following EFT's simple routine -- to be essentially free of that suffering a few seconds later.

I was first introduced to the forerunner of this technique -- which was called "Thought Field Therapy" or "The Callahan Technique" -- through a videotape produced by its creator, a psychotherapist named Dr. Roger Callahan. Claims for its effectiveness that were nothing short of outlandish were being trumpeted loudly by Dr. Callahan in a full-page advertisement in a New Age magazine.

Yet they were claims I couldn't ignore. For I, myself, had made just as many seemingly-outlandish boasts about the effectiveness of G-Jo Acupressure ... and I knew for a fact that THOSE claims were true. So was it possible that a five-minute acupressure-type treatment really COULD sidestep years of costly psychotherapy, as claimed by Dr. Callahan (and later, by the EFT "guru," Gary Craig)?

Experience now tells me "definitely yes!" ... but with several caveats. First, you need to be trained in the basics of this technique, since both the points and the types of affirmations are quite specific.

And while the technique CAN be learned by reading, alone, it's a BIG help to be trained by an experienced EFT professional ... or at least through a video on the subject. But having the help of a live therapist or trainer will make it easier to craft the right affirmations for yourself.

This training doesn't usually take long -- minutes, not hours, in some cases. Nonetheless, it'll usually cost a bit of money -- that's the bad news.

The good news is that this training doesn't need to be done in person -- doing it by telephone can work equally well ... assuming you know the right acupoints to tap, and the right sequence in which to tap them. Then, once you have it under your belt, you can use EFT on yourself (or a loved one), any time and any place.

Gary Craig ( www.emofree.com ) has trained and organized a large and growing group of EFT practitioners. And most of those featured on Craig's website -- like Craig, himself -- seem determined to share this remarkably easy technique to the widest, possible audience. You, yourself, might wish to become such a trainer.

Of course, we understand and applaud this commitment to low-cost, universal, self-reliant wellness. And why not?: This is the same basis upon which we founded and have always operated The G-Jo Institute!

In fact, one person closely associated with our Institute as a Certified Instructor of G-Jo Acupressure is herself an EFT therapist and trainer. Diane Ruby, MS, is our neighbor, long-time friend and frequent volunteer, here, at the Institute.

Early on, Diane began training in first the Callahan methods, then EFT, incorporating them (along with G-Jo) into her original work as a community college counselor. She now has an active, successful EFT counseling and therapy practice, both in-office and by telephone.

So through her experiences, we have come to know both the benefits (many) and the drawbacks (few) of this most unusual self-help technique. Indeed, the one drawback we've heard is that it helps greatly to have illustrations in front of you as you follow EFT's tap-and-recite routine.

It is the same problem we ran into years ago, in teaching radio audiences the six, most broad-acting G-Jo Acupressure points. We finally addressed it by putting our "Mini Crash-Course in G-Jo Acupressure on-line at www.g-jo.com/points.html .

And Diane will soon have those critical drawings on a new website that is under construction. But for now, she simply does what we did for many years: Mails out or faxes copies of a drawing of the necessary tapping points to her telephone clients. Other EFT therapists (and we'd love to know about any who teach both G-Jo and EFT) apparently handle this problem in a variety of ways.

Diane may be reached by phone at (828) 859-2520. If you do contact her, please let Diane know you found her through this newsletter. We receive nothing for the mention, of course; but your interest in EFT helps us to know that you'd like to learn more about other interesting types of self-health methods and practices we've uncovered over the years ... and perhaps some of our own experiences with them.

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"Last night my wife complained about having one of the worst back aches ever. I had cut out the G-Jo article from a local paper; it identified back pain relief. I used point #5 and within two minutes she said, 'I think it's gone.' She stood up and it *was* gone. We were both amazed." G.H., Wayne, PA

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CHINESE NAME: "Meeting of Yin" (or "Seabed" or many others -- these translations are taken from "Grasping The Wind," by Andrew Ellis, Nigel Wiseman and Kenn Boss; Paradigm Publications)

LOCATION: Midway between the anus and the sex organ, atop the crease-like tissue (perineum).

USES: This G-Jo point has at least 14 Basic G-Jo uses, one of which is to self-treat various prostate problems in males.

INSTRUCTIONS: Because of its location, this is a seldom-used point; but when stimulated, its effects can be dramatic, particularly in cases where life has apparently just suddenly ceased, say from drowning or suffocation. To find this point upon yourself, first read the instructions. Then, using the TIP of the index (or other) finger -- even the eraser tip of a pencil -- begin pressing deeply midway between the rectum and sex organ, feeling for a dull, aching sensation.

Use deep pressure -- up to 15 or 20 lbs. might be needed to both find and "trigger" this (and many other) G-Jo points. The point itself, once contacted, will feel like a toothache or pinched nerve -- definitely more tender than the surrounding flesh.

For more complete instructions, go to www.g-jo.com/points.html and take our free "Mini Crash-Course in G-Jo Acupressure." This G-Jo Point (and nearly 200 others) is illustrated and described in "The Master of G-Jo Acupressure Home-Study Certification Program." This low-cost program is available from The G-Jo Institute via the order page on our website or through 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. This issue's presentation ranks close to the top of our list of favorites:

3 10-oz packages frozen lima beans
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4" dice
2-3 cups veggie stock or water

1 large onion, chopped
4 large yellow (summer) squash, cut into 3/4" dice
2 Tbsp olive oil

1 10 oz package frozen green peas
3 Tbsp butter
3 Tbsp sweet onion mustard (such as Vidalia) OR country style mustard with sweetener and onion powder added
2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 Tbsp Bragg's Liquid Aminos or soy sauce
1 Tbsp (or to taste) Herbamare or salt
2 Tbsp sorghum or other mild (not blackstrap) molasses
Hot pepper sauce to taste

In a large pot, cook lima beans in stock or water until tender. Add potatoes and continue to cook until tender. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium high heat until hot but not smoking. Add onions and saute until lightly browned. Add squash, reduce heat, and continue to cook until vegetables are tender.

Add onion/squash mixture, plus peas and all remaining ingredients, to lima/ potato pot. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10-15 minutes, adding more water if necessary. Taste and adjust for seasoning. We like to serve this over pasta. Serves 6.

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G-Jo point #8 -- the subject of this issue -- relates to the so-called "Vessel of Conception" which, like its "companion," the "Governing Vessel," is neither an actual organ nor gland. Instead, these are acupuncture "meridians" or pathways of life-force and vital energy.

Because of this, neither the Vessel of Conception nor the Governing Vessel is deeply discussed in the Advanced G-Jo section of our Master of G-Jo Acupressure Home-Study Certification Program, from which most of the following information is drawn. So we continue our discussion about the heart (which is considered to be the "king of organs," according to many acupuncturists).

The heart has many physiological functions, of course. One of the primary physical jobs of this organ team (i.e., the heart and its "wife," the small intestine) relates to the development of blood and its transportation system (i.e., the blood vessels).

In upcoming issues, we will cover many more of the physical qualities the heart manifests and controls. But because of our discussion, above -- about the use of acupressure and EFT to heal emotional distress -- we will focus on the psychological importance of the heart and small intestine.

As you may recall from earlier issues of this newsletter, in acupressure and acupuncture theory, each organ team is said to have one or several common emotions associated with it. The heart-team, of course, is no exception.

For example, a person who "has no spirit" -- no zest for being alive -- is said to be, in part, suffering from a malfunction of the heart team. And in many cases, feelings of sadness are said to arise from heart malfunction or imbalance, too.

Further, still, the heart is said to serve the additional function of being at the center of our entire emotional life (as well as our physical existence). Because of this close association with the psychological element of life, ANY extreme emotion can thus abuse the heart and its mate.

Take deep and longstanding depression -- an emotional state normally linked to the liver and gall-bladder team. If left unchecked, depression can eventually "spill over" to injure the heart and small intestine. This is when "the blues" go black.

So it might seem reasonable to deduce that all we need to do to help ease any chronic emotional problem is to simply use some specific G-Jo points to help balance the heart and small intestine. But like most problems of the body-and-mind, or bodymind, it is not so simple a matter to heal chronic or longstanding emotional distress.

This is because the heart's influence is subtle, far-reaching, profound. Because of this, it is not easily "adjusted" ... even by those who have mastered G-Jo Acupressure. In fact, our students are always warned that the heart, itself, should NEVER be treated DIRECTLY, except by professionally-trained acupuncturists (who normally undergo years of rigorous training, like all other physicians).

Even then, an acupuncturist might choose to treat the heart indirectly, by way of its so-called "protector," the pericardium (which will be discussed in upcoming issues). In short, treating the heart directly is almost NEVER a first choice!

By now it should be clear: Acupuncturists believe that emotional distress normally has a physiological basis. We all know that a combination of wrong foods, poor "health-style" and other factors can affect both the body AND the mind adversely.

Such abuses do their harm by causing the organs and glands to under- or over-react. In so doing, they produce a "biochemical soup" that is too rich in some chemicals and too lean in others.

The result is an ever-changing, chemically-induced emotional state which may be linked to something as simple as, say, last night's piece of chocolate cake ... or the biochemical "leftovers" following an argument with one's boss ... or a "hidden" allergic reaction to a glass of milk ...

... And when such abuses become a regular part of one's life, an "acute" emotion can become chronic.

Because of that, a longstanding emotional problem could be the direct result of an allergic reaction to a regularly eaten food.

As we have seen, a person suffering from emotional distress can sometimes be treated and at least temporarily healed, using "acupressure psychotherapy," such as the EFT system discussed, above. But many problems need a more complete approach -- one that deals with both the physiological as well as psychological elements of the issue.

One such method is the Organ Balancing routine which accompanies our Master of G-Jo Acupressure Home-Study Certification Program. Here, a much more "physical" approach is taken to the problem of emotional suffering -- something for which acupuncture- and acupressure-therapy is famous.

Using that program, a series of organ-related points is triggered one or more times a day for up to several weeks. Later, the routine is repeated every few days, then only occasionally, as it helps restore ENTIRE bodymind balance, not just for one organ, gland or problem.

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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