MODULE 6: PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER

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1 SOLE FUNDAMENTALS! MODULE 6: PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER

2 SOLE FUNDAMENTALS! MODULE 6: PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER Lesson 1 Reflexology Routines! Quick Review, Core Practice Routine, Tweaking, Mini Routines!

3 Module 6: Putting It All Together Core Reflexology Routine, Tweaking, and Mini Routines Practicing on Others Chinese Reflexology for Children What to Expect: Changes Over Time Next Level Learning

4 Before We Begin The information in this workshop is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for proper medical advice or treatment. Use common sense. If you or a loved one is sick, see a doctor.

5 Before You Begin If you have not already done so, watch the guidelines and techniques for practicing Chinese Reflexology in Lesson 2 of Module 1. Do not practice Chinese Reflexology unless you have watched Lesson 2 of Module 1.

6 CORE PRACTICE ROUTINES

7 Practicing Your Points Massage twice a week Left foot, then right foot Excretory System + Adrenal Gland first Inside edge Sole Outside edge Top

8 Excretory System + Adrenal Kidney (30 to 60 seconds) Adrenal Gland (15 seconds) Bladder (30 seconds) Sole of Foot Sinus (15 to 30 seconds) Brain (30 seconds) Pituitary Gland (15 seconds) Temporal Area (30 seconds) Lung (30 to 60 seconds) Solar Plexus (15 seconds) Stomach, Pancreas, Duodenum (15 to 30 seconds) Sole of Foot (continued) Left: Heart (30 seconds) Left: Spleen (30 to 60 seconds) Right: Liver (15 to 30 seconds) Right: Gall Bladder (15 to 30 seconds) Outside Edge Knee (15 to 30 seconds) Top of Foot Throat (30 seconds) Lymphatic Drainage (30 strokes) Upper and Lower Lymph Nodes (15 strokes)

9 Two Core Routines Divide basic routine into two core routines Takes less time to practice Lets you rest hands and fingers Easier to practice More likely to practice regularly

10 Core Routine #1 Kidney (30 to 60 seconds) Adrenal Gland (15 seconds) Bladder (30 seconds) Temporal Area (30 seconds) Lung (30 to 60 seconds) Solar Plexus (15 seconds) Left: Heart (30 seconds) Left: Spleen (30 to 60 seconds) Throat (30 seconds) Lymphatic Drainage (30 strokes) Upper and Lower Lymph Nodes (15 strokes)

11 Core Routine #2 Kidney (30 to 60 seconds) Bladder (30 seconds) Sinus (15 to 30 seconds) Brain (30 seconds) Pituitary Gland Stomach, Pancreas, Duodenum (15 to 30 seconds) Right: Liver (15 to 30 seconds) Right: Gall Bladder (15 to 30 seconds) Knee (15 to 30 seconds) Upper and Lower Lymph Nodes (15 strokes)

12 For a Busy Lifestyle Practice one routine every other day (equivalent to practicing twice a week) Sunday: Routine #1 Monday: Rest Tuesday: Routine #2 Wednesday: Rest Thursday: Routine #1 Friday: Rest Saturday: Routine #2

13 TWEAKING YOUR ROUTINE

14 Increasing Massage Time If you can answer YES to both of these questions, then you can add extra time. 1. Have you been practicing regularly twice a week for six weeks in a row? 2. Are you free from detox symptoms and side effects?

15 Which Points? Pick top 5 sensitive points from Track Your Progress If more than 5, choose TCM primary meridians If more than 5 TCM meridians, prioritize as follows: 1. Kidney 2. Bladder 3. Spleen 4. Liver 5. Lung 6. Stomach (plus pancreas and duodenum) 7. Heart 8. Gall Bladder

16 How to Add Extra Time Add 15 seconds, check how you are feeling that day and next If you feel fine, add 15 seconds next time you massage Use lubricant for increased time to reduce friction Can increase time up to a maximum of 3 minutes for a point Do not add extra time for more than 5 points in total (of all 21 points)

17 How to Add Extra Time 1 to 3 minutes is a long time to massage, so you can practice the here and there technique Massage sensitive points here and there throughout the day Be easy and relaxed in your approach Tune in to your body and pay attention to your feet

18 How to Add Extra Time As points become less sensitive, reduce massage time back to recommended massage time Move on to next most sensitive point on Track Your Progress chart Have a rotation of a maximum of 5 points that get extra massage

19 MINI ROUTINES

20 Mini Routines Contain only a few points Use for short-term, mild, or temporary health conditions Example: hand points for temporary constipation Others: cold recovery and prevention, sore throat, brain boost, energy boost, stress relief, stomach bug, indigestion, detox, headache, insomnia, knee pain, seasonal allergy symptoms

21 How to Use Mini Routines Many mini routines can be used in addition to the core routine, but some may be exclusive (resume regular routine after you feel better) Choose ONE to massage ONCE per day unless otherwise directed If there are duplicate points, check which routine has the longest time specified, and massage the point for that length of time

22 1. Cold Recovery and Prevention Massage points four times a day until better: Lung, 60 seconds Spleen, 30 to 60 seconds Sinus, 30 seconds Throat/tonsil*, 30 seconds Throat, 20 to 30 seconds Lymphatic drainage, 30 strokes Practice exclusively; resume core routine after *Find this point at:

23 2. Sore Throat Massage every hour for four to six hours: Throat, 60 seconds Throat/tonsil*, 60 seconds Practice exclusively; resume core routine after *Find this point at:

24 3. Brain Boost Massage daily: Brain, 60 seconds Temporal area, 30 seconds Kidney, 60 seconds

25 4. Energy Boost Massage daily: Kidney, 60 seconds Adrenal, 15 seconds Spleen, 30 seconds Lung, 30 seconds

26 5. Stomach Bug Massage four times a day until better: Stomach, Pancreas, Duodenum, 30 seconds Spleen, 60 seconds Kidney, 60 seconds Practice exclusively; resume core routine after

27 6. Indigestion Massage twice a day until better: Stomach, Pancreas, Duodenum, 30 seconds Spleen, 60 seconds Large Intestine (on hand), 30 strokes Practice exclusively; resume core routine after

28 7. Gentle Detox Massage daily: Kidney, 60 seconds Bladder, 30 seconds Lymphatic drainage, 15 strokes

29 8. Headache and Migraines Massage as needed up to three times a day. Temporal area, 60 seconds Liver 3*, 60 seconds Liver, 30 seconds (only if you don t get detox symptoms) Large Intestine 4*, 60 seconds Gall Bladder 41*, 30 to 60 seconds Face*, 30 to 60 seconds Practice exclusively; resume core routine after *Find these points at:

30 9. Insomnia Massage before sleep, or upon waking in the middle of the night (can also massage daily): Kidney, 60 seconds Heart, 20 seconds Spleen, 30 seconds Liver 2*, 60 seconds Heart 7*, 60 seconds *Find these points at:

31 10. Knee Pain or Injury For pain due to injury or overuse, massage three times a day until better: Knee, 60 seconds For chronic knee issues, add the following point: Kidney (both feet), 60 seconds Practice exclusively; resume core routine after

32 Module 6, Lesson 1 Summary Core Practice Routines Tweaking Your Routine When and how to add extra massage time Mini Reflexology Routines Next Lesson 2: Sharing the Love

33 SOLE FUNDAMENTALS! MODULE 6: PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER Lesson 2 Sharing the Love! Practicing on Others, Reflexology for Children!

34 PRACTICING ON OTHERS

35 Before You Begin If you have not already done so, watch the guidelines and techniques for practicing Chinese Reflexology in Lesson 2 of Module 1. Do not practice the techniques in this video unless you have watched Lesson 2 of Module 1.

36 Do Not Practice on Someone if They Are Pregnant Have a heart condition Compromised immune system Proceed conservatively for diabetes or chronic condition Less is better If not sure, have them ask doctor if it is okay for them to get reflexology

37 Practicing on Family and Close Friends Make sure they are comfortable Seated on couch with legs raised on a footrest or ottoman Cover with a towel to prevent lubricant from getting on footrest OR lying in bed/massage table with foot elevated on pillow and bolster under knees Soles of feet positioned at edge of whatever is supporting their feet

38 Practicing on Family and Close Friends Make sure YOU are comfortable Seat yourself so that you are level or slightly lower than their feet so that your arms are relaxed Ideally, elbows are at a 90-degree angle wrists are straight Switch hands when switching feet To increase pressure, lean in with body Practice on yourself regularly Be calm and grounded

39 Practicing on Family and Close Friends Home video of me at home practicing on my husband

40 Practicing as a Calling Reflexology falls under the category of body work Need to be licensed to practice massage in your state/municipality/country Must meet requirements (e.g. 500 hours of study at accredited school in California) for massage and business (e.g. get applicable business licenses, insurance)

41 If You re Already a Licensed Healer Chinese Reflexology is complementary with most healing modalities Balancing energy meridians supports the body s natural healing process Kidney point is most beneficial Mini routines are also helpful Caution for areas that hold toxins such as Liver, Gall Bladder, Stomach, pancreas, duodenum, also depends on client Adapt based on individual and your wisdom and experience

42 Protecting Your Qi Don t practice if you are not feeling 100% Cultivate strong qi and Kidney Jing within yourself (meditation, connecting with nature) Imagine feet are grounded, drawing energy from heaven and earth to flow through you, not from you

43 Protecting Your Qi Wash hands afterwards (water is symbolically cleansing) Imagine the other person s negative or imbalance qi being washed away or directed into earth to be neutralized Envision cleansing and grounding energy through your body after session

44 Let Go of Attachment Let go of attachment to the outcome You don t do the healing, they do Other person must choose to heal May have resistance to change, attachment to condition, lack of will to live Only they can make the choice to change Look after yourself so that you can be an example to inspire them

45 REFLEXOLOGY FOR CHILDREN

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47 Reflexology for Children Symptoms change quickly in children Reflexology is not a substitute for medical care If sick, take your child to see doctor Use reflexology in tandem with prescribed treatment Children tend to respond very well to energy healing

48 5 Golden Rules 1. Practice on yourself first 2. Explain what you are doing 3. Ask permission 4. Get them accustomed to foot rubs BEFORE you need to rub their feet 5. Listen to feedback. Less is more!

49 Reflexology for Children Pressure Start off slowly and gently If it tickles, press more firmly and move more slowly Baby pressure to slide a dime on a table Under 1, tuina may be more effective 3-yr old pressure to rub out permanent marker from hands Can increase pressure with age of child

50 Module 6, Lesson 2 Summary Practicing on Others Family and close friends Practicing as a calling Tips for licensed healers Protecting your qi Chinese Reflexology for Children 5 Golden Rules Next Lesson 3: What s Next?

51 SOLE FUNDAMENTALS! MODULE 5: LETTING GO AND EMBRACING CHANGE Lesson 3 What s Next?! What to Expect, Key Takeaways, Next Level Learning!

52 WHAT TO EXPECT

53 What to Expect Immediate Changes Increase in the flow of qi and blood to the feet and through your body s energy meridians Try this experiment: 1. Massage left foot 2. Compare to right foot before you massage it 3. Press soles together and do a visual inspection 4. Left foot will be warmer and pinker

54 What to Expect 3 to 4 Weeks After massaging all points regularly, body is balancing more holistically Points start to feel less sensitive; no more screaming; may wonder if you are getting used to it Lasting changes and improvement in qi and blood flow Strengthening of qi in energy meridians Long-standing energy disharmonies are starting to turn around, blocks beginning to clear

55 What to Expect 6 to 8 Weeks Points are measurably less sensitive (e.g. 1 to 2 reduction on sensitivity scale) Not all points will change the same way, can be variation, what matters is downward trend Energy healing is now shifting to physical healing Subtle changes in physical body Shows up differently for everyone

56 What If Your Sensitivity Levels Don t Change? Points change at different rates Is this a temporary thing? Have you changed technique? Are you massaging regularly? Does root of qi disharmony still exist? Lifestyle? Emotional and mental roots? Body may need to stop current trajectory before turning things around

57 Looking Forward: Early Signs of Change Decrease in point sensitivity can be measured Unusual improvements Feeling better, outlook shifting More good days, fewer bad days Better sleep, more energy, feeling lighter Improvements in digestion, especially elimination

58 Trust Your Body s Innate Wisdom Everybody s body is different Body has its own perfect timetable for healing Body s natural state is balance Ship is turning around You ve just begun and you re doing amazing

59 Celebrate Your Successes Completed Sole Fundamentals Learned more about how body works, and relationship between thoughts and qi You re hearing body s messages Mapped out energy in your body Practicing regularly If you feel like you re getting better, you are getting better

60 KEY TAKEAWAYS

61 Module 1: Clearing and Recharging Everything is yin or yang, or both Look back at your intentions and celebrate your growth Excretory System: Kidney is the most powerful point you learned, massage it Lymphatic drainage point reminds you to move your body and have fun moving

62 Module 2: Harmonizing the Heart and Mind To bring your body back into balance, you need to take a balanced approach Strengthen the Heart to balance the mind Your body becomes your thoughts. What you think and feel creates your physical state of being. Transform Your Attachment: continue giving yourself the benefit that you seek

63 Module 3: Nourishing the Body Spleen is most important organ and meridian for strong digestion Stop worrying so much! Grow your belief because belief turns thought into action Be aware of negativity directed at body, and practice your stepping stone affirmations: it is not entirely impossible Send feelings of love to your body

64 Module 4: Restoring Balance Endocrine system: adrenal gland point will tell you to chill out Liver is most helpful for ensuring smooth flow of qi; don t stress out TCM diet: eat a variety of foods in a relaxed and mindful manner True balance is the resilience to fluctuate within a healthy range Find the fun, remember to play

65 Module 5: Letting Go and Embracing Change Respiratory system: throat point is about expressing your emotions Let go of negative emotions: Face It, Erase It or Replace It; you ll always experience negative emotions and that s okay Embrace setbacks as part of your journey and they will pass more quickly and more easily Got constipation? Massage your hand

66 Module 6: Putting It All Together Practice points twice a week: two core routines every other day, or all points twice a week Tweaking: add 15 seconds if practicing regularly and you feel fine; no more than 3 minutes per point for up to 5 points Protect your own qi For kids, make it enjoyable experience Trust your body s innate wisdom

67 Sole Fundamentals Key Takeaways Massage your points regularly Some reflexology is better than no reflexology; rub your Kidney point, or do the here and there technique Listen to your heart and love your body Have fun, move your body, and play You are healing, trust your body

68 NEXT LEVEL LEARNING

69 Three Catalysts of Healing Shifting the Mind to Heal Awareness Letting go Believing and choosing Healing with Energy Chinese Reflexology Following Your Heart and Soul

70 Curious About the Next Level? Sole Mastery Program 6-months + weekend retreat Learn complete system of Traditional Chinese Reflexology How to use a reflexology stick Bigger and faster shifts Exploration, a different journey Details + bonus points coming soon

71 The intuitive mind is a sacred gift and the rational mind is a faithful servant. We have created a society that honors the servant and has forgotten the gift.!