A simple guide to using acupressure for a calmer, more balanced day.
Stress has become part of modern life, but it doesn’t have to control your day. Acupressure—an ancient self-healing technique rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)—offers a safe, natural way to release tension and restore balance. Unlike acupuncture, acupressure uses gentle finger pressure instead of needles, making it easy to practice anytime, anywhere.
Acupressure works by stimulating specific points along the body’s meridians, helping improve circulation, relax muscles, and regulate the nervous system. Even a few minutes of practice can trigger the body’s natural healing response and reduce stress-related symptoms like headaches, anxiety, jaw tension, and fatigue.
Easy Points You Can Try at Home
1. Yintang (Between the Eyebrows)
A soothing point for calming the mind, reducing stress, and easing headaches.
2. Shoulder Well (GB21)
Located at the top of the shoulders; gently massaging this point releases upper-body tension caused by long hours at the computer.
3. Pericardium 6 (Inner Wrist)
A powerful point for anxiety, nausea, and emotional overwhelm.
Acupressure is most effective when practiced consistently. Even just three minutes of slow, intentional pressure can make a noticeable difference. Combined with deep breathing, acupressure becomes a simple but powerful tool for daily stress relief.