Acupressure Points for Enneagram type 7

Acupressure points for emotional well-being, recommended for Enneagram type 7. Their location, photograph, use and warnings are listed.

P-7

Name: Great Mount (Pericardium 7) Location: On the middle of the palm-side of the wrist, in the depression between the two tendons, on or just below the crease of the wrist. Use: Reduce, so move your finger in counterclockwise direction over this point. Warning: Don't use when weak or low on energy. Effects: Heals effects on the body of too much joy or emotion. Also diminishes nervousness.

move counterclockwise (click for video)

SI-19

Name: Palace of Hearing (Small Intestine 19)
Location: Near the ear, just before the small projection in front of the ear canal. The point is located in the depression that forms when the mouth is opened.
Use: Press.
Warning: Don't use on a regular basis; this point is meant for gaining insight only.
Effects: To focus and listen to one's heart and the hearts of others.

SP-6

Name: Three Yin Intersection (Spleen 6)
Location: On the inside of the lower leg, one hand width (four fingers) above the tip of the ankle bone, on the back of the shin bone.
Use: Press.
Warning: Don't use this point during pregnancy.
Effects: Calms, relaxes and reduces irritability. Heals effects on the body of too much fear, worrying and thinking. (Also used for gynaecological conditions.)