Function

• In Traditional Chinese Medicine the Heart is known to be the Governor/Emperor of all bodily organs including the brain. It commands the blood vessels and connects to the respiratory system. The heart  stores shen, which is consciousness, clarity and a person’s ability to interact with the environment in healthy terms.  When disturbances to shen occur, people experience a wide range of conditions from brain fog and anxiety to delirium and unconsciousness. 
• On an emotional level, the heart is a container of joy and excitement, love and giving. It is valid to assume that the one who grows up in a non-nurturing environment is prone to Heart Chanel disturbances that show as sadness, loneliness and difficulty to connect with others. 

Benefits of stimulation

Exercises that stimulate the chest, inner lines of both arms and little fingers help with:

• Anxiety
• Insomnia & Night sweating 
• Cardiac pain & palpitations 

Heart Channel stimulation exercises treat dryness of the mouth cavity, help with complexion and skin conditions on the face, aid in calming the nervous system. 

Aggravates the Channel  

Distraction, lack of love in the environment, unclear direction, spicy foods, sugar.

Nourishes the Channel

Meditation, Qigong, breath work, self reflection, simple diet, journaling emotions, nourishing environment, company of like-minded, loving friends.

Sources

 www.easterncurrents.ca  

www.bigtreehealing.com 

www.fiveseasonsmedicine.com