Repeat the complete practice of channel
release (section 6.3) on this meridian.
So now we have experienced six meridians:
the three yin of the hand and the three yang
of the foot. In order to develop your
perception of the vibration and to reinforce
your etheric layer, I suggest that you keep on
practising channel release on these six
meridians every day for a few months. As
explained at the beginning of this chapter, it
is not so much a local effect that is sought
from these particular exercises but rather a
general awakening of your etheric layer,
which will foster the opening of your vision.
(Keep in mind the drawing presented here
does not show the actual path of the Stomach Meridian, but the
area where you rub in order to find the meridian. For the precise
path, see Appendix 1.)
Readers with a special interest in etheric energy and healing are
referred to acupuncture manuals for more on the meridians.
Applying your perception of energy to acupuncture points will
give spectacular results. It will be like activating little chakras all
over your body, creating all sorts of movements of energy. Start
with points that are big and easy to find, such as Colon 4, Colon
10, Colon 11, Stomach 36...
6.13 Jnāna-mudrā and the energy in the lungs
Suppose there is too much energy in the lungs. By doing jnāna-
mudrā you add even more. Therefore, it may suddenly become a
bit more difficult to breathe. Adding energy where there is a
fullness makes symptoms worse. This is a very basic principle of
Chinese medicine.
On the other hand, if there is a deficiency of energy in the lungs,
by adding more vibration you make the person feel better and able
to breathe more easily. This very sensitive test may help you
detect whether there is a little too much qi or not enough in your
lungs.
Try this exercise a few times, leaving a few days between each,
before you make up your mind.