Taoist Acu-points for Health and Longevity

Acupuncture diagram showing
the points along the Spleen channel.
The function of the Spleen is to transform food into
nutrients as a source for Qi and blood.

The ancient Chinese saw the human body as a system of interconnected energy flows and channels. When these flows become blocked or obstructed stagnation occurs in the body and organ functions are impaired. Glands, organs and bodily functions become sluggish or otherwise imbalanced. When this happens there is a general feeling of being run down with low enregy and poor circulation that can result in pain, fatigue or illness.

The series of points used in this healing system help to restore balance and well being to vital bodily functions and systems when correctly stimulated.

Used regularly this healing modality can help to neutralize imbalances, reduce or eliminate pain, upgrade the immune system, increase mental acuity, enhance regenerative potency and increase available energy throughout the human body.

Old book on acupuncture

To activate the energy of a selected point in a series, press the finger tip or acu-pointer onto the surface of the skin until a strong sensation is felt. Notice how the energy and contact at each point feels and remain aware throughout the stimulation time. If you feel a slight burning sensation at the location, that is a good sign energy is moving. Hold each point for about 10 to 30 seconds and release. Then pause and relax before returning to normal activity.

Correct breathing technique: It is important to breathe correctly during the process of point stimulation. With all Qi work breathing from the belly is best for good energy flow. Bring the breath up from the belly filling the lungs then exhaling fully. Allow the belly to move in and out the way a baby breathes; breathing deeply with the sensations make them a part of your awareness with body and mind in a relaxed and receptive state, remembering not to contract any part of the body.

For greatest effect and benefit stimulate the points with full awareness of all sensations allowing them to be fully felt. Breathe naturally from the belly in a relaxed state of non-resistance and total self- acceptance. As a rule the points that are lower in the body should be stimulated first moving upward in the series.

18 Taoist Longevity Points: Classic points used by Taoist adepts seeking to extend their lifespans. Many disease patterns are eliminated with regular use. Immunity, cerebral functions, sexual potency & reproductive health along with mental acuity all benefit from the application of this series of points. Twice each week is optimal.

Lv 3: On the feet. This point on the Liver channel acts to detox the system. Relieves headaches and vertigo. Helps with blurred vision and eye disorders.

St 36: A major general tonic point located on the Stomach channel. Increases available energy throughout the entire system. A good point when you're tired but still have more to do.

Lv 10: A Liver channel point that builds sexual potency and Jing; treats sterility, reproductive and sexual disorders.

CV 2: On the Conception Vessel channel. Builds primal essence and sexual energy. Fortifies immunity and reproductive functions.

CV 4,5 & 6: Taoist longevity points on the Conception Vessel. Strengthens Jing (primal essence) and life-force energy. Genital regulating points. Increases Qi in the lower tantien (belly).

CV 17: Sea of Tranquility. The meeting place of all the channels. Heart healing point. Anti-depressive. For emotional anxiety and heart palpatations. Calms the spirit and soothes the nervous system.

CV 22: Increases lung capacity when combined with breathing exercises. Opens the lungs for expanded breathing. Increases energy to the chest and lungs.

CV 24: This point on the chin increases blood flow to the face and eyes. For facial paralysis after a stroke or shock.

GV 26: On the Governing Vessel. Consciousness stabalizing point. Restoration of mental cohesion. Treats shock, migraines, fainting and seizures.

GV 24.5: Third eye point on the forehead. Mental stress and cerebral disorders. Activates psychic abilities and remote seeing.

GV 20: One Hundred Convergence Point. Spiritual awakening point. Brings unity and balance to all energy channels when stimulated regularly. Treats tinnitus, migranes and chronic fatigue. Elevates and expands the mind. Nourishes brain tissue and cells. A neurological tonic point.

Kidney 1 is called 'Rushing Spring' and stimulating this point regularly has several important benefits including relieving anxiety, regulate blood pressure, relieves headache and dizziness and boosts energyand blood flow to the brain. The other two points on the sole increase blood and Qi flow to the brain benefiting and enhancing ability to focus and lessen the onset of dementia. Stimulating thse points has the ability to awaken dormant cells in the brain.

Three points on the soles of the feet stimulate and regulate kidney enegy. One of the most important channels in the Taoist meridian system. Brain tonic points. Benefits cerebral functions. Combine with CV 26 and GV 24.5 for major energy upgrade.

PC 8 helps to balance the heart energy and regulate the heartbeat. Combine with CV17 on the sternum to calm the spirit.

This point is located midway between the anus and genitals.
CV1 stimulation helps to boost the function of the Kidneys
regarded by Taoist as the Root of Life.
CV1 opens all the body's energy gates and channels.
Combine with GV 20 (top of head) for full body energy rush.

A collection of point stimulators. Wood, glass, metal
or bone pointers vary in sharpness and thickness.
Choose depending on bony or fleshy areas
to be stimulated. Of course finger pressure
is also used.

Five Toxin Release Points

A series of acu-points that prompt the body to neutralize and release foreign substances and toxic energy.

Lv 3 Detoxes the liver. Located on the top of the foot, between the first and second toes. Helps with headaches due to hangover and alcohol toxin.

St 36 Boosts immunity. Increases energy in lower body. Counteracts fatigue. Stomach 36 can help with stroke, hypertension, and other physiological dysfunctions.

Cv17 A conception vessel point that benefits overall Qi of the body. Calms the heart and nervous system. Relieves anxiety.

Kd 27 This kidney point relieves anxiety and depressive states. Immune response booster. Fights infection in the chest. Anti-toxin.

Li 4 On the large intestine channel. Strengthens immunity. Relieves headaches.