TCM Recipes

Winter Blues: Remedies for Low Mood and Lethargy

Winter Depression 8: GB26, LR4, La2, CV20, LR10

Low mood in winter, Lethargy, Lack of motivation

This recipe uses GB26 (Daimai) for lower abdomen and emotions, LR4 (Zhongfeng) to soothe liver, La2 (Tinghui) for head and emotions, CV20 (Huagai) to open chest, and LR10 (Zuwuli) to nourish liver. It uplifts mood. Contraindications: Use caution with CV20 in chest conditions.

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As you continue to relax, bring your awareness to the lower abdomen, where you can visualize the acupuncture point GB26, located on the lateral side of the body, just below the rib cage. This point helps to balance emotions and relieve feelings of lethargy, fostering a sense of stability and warmth.

Now, gently focus on LR4, situated on the top of the foot, between the first and second toes. This point soothes the liver, promoting the flow of energy and aiding in the release of pent-up emotions, allowing you to feel more motivated and uplifted.

Shift your attention to La2, found just above the ear, on the side of the head. This point connects to the head and emotions, helping to clear mental fog and enhance clarity, thus uplifting your mood.

Next, envision CV20, located in the center of the chest, where the sternum meets the ribs. This point opens the chest, allowing breath to flow freely and encouraging a sense of lightness and openness in your heart.

Finally, focus on LR10, located on the inner thigh, which nourishes the liver and supports emotional balance. This point enhances your overall vitality and helps you regain enthusiasm for life.

As you gently visualize these points and their locations, breathe deeply, allowing the energy to flow through you. Imagine a warm, golden light enveloping these areas, promoting healing and balance. With each breath, feel your mood lifting, your energy increasing, and your motivation blossoming into a vibrant state of being.

Continue to breathe deeply, allowing this light to infuse your entire being, nourishing your spirit and mind, guiding you toward a place of harmony and joy. Embrace this natural process, and know that balance is returning to your life effortlessly.