What is a Meridian
Meridian is a term used in Chinese Medicine to describe the path that free-flowing energy moves along throughout the body. Think of meridians as channels that circulate Qi throughout the body. Along these meridians or channels are electro-magnetically charged acupuncture points that surround the capillaries in the skin, blood vessels and organs. Chinese Medicine names Eight Extraordinary Meridians and Twelve Ordinary Channels. The Eight Extraordinary Channels are the primary channels formed as a fertilized egg first begins to divide. Later, as the fetus develops these channels help in the creation of the internal organs by supplying energy and resources. These eight meridians draw energy from the kidneys, which in Chinese Medicine are the repository for Qi essence. Each of these channels is named by the life function it is associated with. For instance, one of the Twelve Ordinary Channels is called the Large Intestine Channel. You can guess which system it is associated with! The flow of Qi throughout the meridian system is continuous and unbroken. There is no beginning or end. When this flow is unrestricted the body works in optimal harmony, keeping the body healthy and balanced. However, we live stressful lives which can cause an "overload" on the system leading to blockages or stagnating Qi. Before the energy flows freely, the flow of energy needs to be reset. Running the meridians as part of your Abhyanga Massage stimulates the flow of Qi and activates these specific meridians. In this workshop you will be learning the following meridians:
You will also learn to run the Governor Meridian, one of the Eight Extraordinary Channels! Sign up for this workshop at
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