Acupressure for Three Points to Relieve "Summer Drowsiness"
As the saying goes, "Spring sleepiness, autumn fatigue, and summer drowsiness." Summer fatigue can be a real struggle for many office workers. "Summer drowsiness" is mainly related to summer heat and dampness. During the long summer season, dampness is heavy. The spleen governs dampness, and the primary characteristic of spleen dampness is making the body feel lethargic and drowsy. You can perform "self-awakening" by massaging acupoints such as Baihui, Taiyang, and Fengchi yourself. The specific methods are as follows:
Taiyang Acupoint
Location and Function: Located at the midpoint of the line connecting the outer corner of the eyebrow and the outer corner of the eye, in a depression about one thumb's breadth backward. Massaging this point not only refreshes the mind but also relieves headaches.
Method: Place the thumbs or index fingers of both hands on the Taiyang acupoints on both sides. Gently and slowly rotate in a circular motion for 30 seconds. This method is suitable for all people, but be careful not to apply excessive pressure; a feeling of soreness and distension is sufficient. The number of massage sessions can be adjusted based on the level of mental fatigue.
Baihui Acupoint
Location and Function: Located at the highest point on the top of the head, in the center. It is the meeting point of the Yang meridians of the hand and foot and the Du meridian. Massaging this point can refresh the mind, awaken the brain, and raise Yang energy.
Method: Stack the thumbs or index fingers of both hands on the acupoint and press slowly with moderate force until a feeling of soreness and distension is achieved; maintain this for 30 seconds. At the same time, you can perform gentle, slow circular pressing and rubbing, repeating 5 times.
Fengchi Acupoint
Location and Function: Located at the back of the neck, below the occipital bone, level with the Fengfu acupoint (1 cun directly above the midpoint of the posterior hairline). This is an acupoint on the Gallbladder Meridian of Foot-Shaoyang. Massaging it can not only refresh the mind but also relieve eye fatigue, and it is especially effective for people who work long hours in front of a computer or spend long hours sitting at a desk.
Method: Keep your body upright. Place the thumbs of both hands on the Fengchi acupoints on both sides. Tilt your head back and rotate the thumbs in a circular motion to massage the acupoints for 1 minute. You will feel a distinct soreness and distension in this area. Repeat 5 times.
Expert Reminder: The methods above are simple and practical, making them quite suitable for office workers. Additionally, you can choose some traditional Chinese medicinal tea formulas that refresh the mind and awaken the senses. Using both methods together will yield significant results.