LARGE INTESTINE 1 “METAL YANG/MERCHANT YANG” A tsubo to use to be here and now.
Physically LI1 gives more breathing space and reduces a feeling of pressure on the chest. It slows down the exhalation, which makes it easier to let go. This is therefore an ideal acupoint to hold as during meditation.
Emotionally, this tsubo helps to deal with grief. It gives relaxation. This removes the need to place an armor or separation between you and the other, so that you can actually make contact. For Higly Sensitive Persons the meridian of the Large Intestine is often blocked. The element of Metal can be seen as your connection to the outside world. This does not have to be too open, but also not to be closed. One of the meridians with which you can work to transform your sensitivity to strength is the meridian of the Large Intestine.
Spiritually, this tsubo stimulates to have an open mind. If you let go of sorrow, or whatever holds you focused on the past, there is room to be open-minded in the present moment.
Location of Large Intestine 1: On the upper phalange of the index finger, on the thumb side. Right next to the cuticle. Application: Massage this area, or place the tip of your thumb on Large Intestine 1 during meditation. Notice that you breathe deeper and exhale more slowly. You may feel the meridians flowing in your arms.
