Each finger is connected to an organ, press it for 5 seconds to relieve pain

 Each finger is connected to an organ, press it for 5 seconds to relieve pain

There was a time when, long before the existence of medicines as we know them today and the construction of hospitals, to relieve ailments and cure diseases transmitted mainly by natural treatments. With herbal remedies or targeted massages, they appealed to very ancient practices, including the ancient art of Jin Shin Jyutsu, where pressure points could ease pain in an instant. Guillaume Besson, creator of the Juste bien chez soi site, enlightens us on this art straight from Japan.

According to the records of the Imperial Palace in Japan, the art of Jin Shin Jyutsu has existed for hundreds of years and is part of the "traditional wisdom of the universe." However, its true value will only be recognized after a few centuries. Rediscovered by the Japanese master Jirô Murai in the 1900s, he will regain his grandeur there and will even manage to make his way to the Western world thanks to a woman named Mary Burmeister. Disciple of Master Murai for twelve long years, she will learn the foundations of Jin Shin Jyutsu to transmit her principles to other continents.

Since its creation, this ancestral art has found a way to perpetuate itself to bring us many health benefits. Through deep connection and harmonization of life energy, it is based on the idea that our internal energy flows can sometimes be interrupted due to physical, mental or emotional disturbances. Through the use of the hands and the pressure exerted on certain areas of the body, it is possible to facilitate the circulation of the waves in us to feel better.

In order to relieve certain ailments, Jin Shin Jyutsu can help a lot, especially by exerting pressure on the fingers for a few seconds. To better understand this practice, here is what each finger can do for your body:

Inch

Connected to the stomach and spleen, the thumb helps relieve abdominal pain, skin problems and headaches. Emotionally, it reduces stress, anxiety, worry and nervousness.

The index

Linked to the kidneys and bladder, the index finger acts on digestive problems as well as pain in muscles, back and teeth. From a mental point of view, it would also act on shyness and fear.

The main

The middle finger is connected to the liver and the gallbladder. On the physical level, it acts on blood pressure, fatigue, menstrual pain and visual or blood disorders. Emotionally, it helps regulate feelings of anger, mood swings, nervousness and bitterness.

The ring finger

Connected to the lungs and the large intestine, the ring helps relieve respiratory problems, digestive problems and ringing in the ears. Morally, it drives away negativity, dark thoughts, fear of rejection, sadness, and depression.

little finger

Last but not least, the little finger is connected to the heart and the small intestine. It is said to have a positive effect on heart ailments and bone problems while solving certain emotional problems such as insecurity, lack of self-confidence, pessimism or lack of energy. How to practice Jin Shin Jyutsu? Above all, Jin Shin Jyutsu is not a substitute but a complement to conventional medicine. As Guillaume Besson explains, this is not intended to replace your medical treatment. On the other hand, it can be used in a complementary way to relieve your physical and emotional pain. Very simple to perform, Jin Shin Jyutsu has a considerable advantage: it can be practiced anywhere and anytime! In the subway, in the office, in a waiting room or in your bed, this art could, according to its followers, relieve you wherever you are. To master the technique, simply press down on the phalanges of the finger with the thumb and forefinger of the opposite hand. It will maintain this pressure for a few minutes depending on the pain felt before switching to the same finger, however. Having a cumulative effect, this exercise can be repeated as many times as you want.