Kidney 21 - Hidden Gate - An Acupuncture Point to Unlock Courage, Release Fear, & Embrace Transformation
Have you ever stood at the threshold of something new, feeling both excitement and hesitation? That sense of being right on the edge, where the familiar meets the unknown, unsure if you’re ready to take the next step?
Or perhaps a feeling of being locked out of your own potential. You sense something deeper waiting within, but fear and uncertainty keep the door firmly closed. It’s as if the path ahead is hidden behind a gate, and you can’t quite find the key to open it.
Kidney 21, the “Hidden Gate,” serves as a profound reminder that even in our most uncertain moments, we carry within us the courage to step through. This point invites us to unlock the barriers that hold us back, offering a safe passage into our inner depths, where transformation and clarity await. It illuminates the way for the spirit to reconnect with love, warmth, and hope, guiding us through the darkness to confront hidden fears and emerge into the light with renewed balance and clarity.
I often use this point in the treatment room to help my patients tap into their courage, and reconnect with the deep reservoirs of wisdom and strength within. It is particularly helpful when folks are experiencing a “dark night of the soul” and are stuck in busy, negative thinking loops and fear that just doesn’t stop.
Youmen - Kidney 21 幽門
“Hidden Gate”
Meeting point of the Kidney channel with the Penetrating vessel
Indications:
Physical Level
Digestive and Abdominal Issues: Kidney 21 is used to address nausea, abdominal distension, and pain in the upper abdomen.
Respiratory Concerns: It can alleviate fullness or tightness in the chest and support smoother breathing.
Balancing Stomach and Spleen: This point harmonizes digestion and restores vitality to these crucial organs.
Emotional/Mental
Navigating Mental Torment: For those feeling trapped in negative thoughts or haunted by past experiences, Kidney 21 offers a release.
Calming Overactivity: When the mind is stuck in overdrive, this point provides the pause necessary for rest and reflection.
Confronting Fears: It supports individuals in facing their deepest fears with courage and compassion.
Spirit Level
Illuminating Hidden Depths: This point is like opening the door to a dark cave, where hidden truths and unresolved emotions reside.
Balancing Rest and Action: It helps those who are stuck in constant activity find the stillness they need, and those trapped in the dark rediscover the light.
Transforming Fear into Strength: Kidney 21 reminds us that the dark night of the soul can be an opportunity for growth and renewal.
Location:
Kidney 21 is located on the upper abdomen, 6 cun** above the navel, and 0.5 cun lateral to the midline.
**cun = anatomical inch. 1 cun is equal to the width of your thumb tip
How to Stimulate:
Gently press and massage this point with your fingertips in a circular motion or tap it gently for 15-30 seconds. Close your eyes, take deep breaths, and visualize the "gate" opening, allowing light, warmth, and peace to flow in.
Feel Amazing!
Love, Lance
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