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WHAT ARE RECIPROCALS?
“The integrity of the structure of the body is critical
for living a healthy and mobile life. The coordination
of the muscles, balance of the muscle tone and the
unrestricted flow of energy through the body are
all critical to healthy functioning at all levels of the
bodymind complex. The Reciprocals technique
involves reestablishing the integrity of the structures
of the body, and it can have a significant effect on
many forms of injuries, arthritis, circulatory issues,
coordination patterns, spinal problems and chronic
pain.” International BodyTalk Association
PARTNERSHIPS
Reciprocals represent partnerships and
relationships. They act as circuit breakers and keep
the Wei Qi (protective energy) of the body healthy
and strong. Resynchronizing these partnerships
(reciprocals) increases the communication in the
body bringing a holistic effect, boosts energy, and
balances the energy meridian system that influences
every major organ.
YOGA AND THE HEART/LUNG PARTNERSHIP
One important partnership in the body is the heart
and lungs. They pass the blood back and forth
between them. The lungs give oxygen to the blood
and gives that life-giving blood back to the heart to
circulate.
The lungs also help us to Trust and to let go. Breath
is life. Breath is awareness. Breath involves Trust,
because when we breathe out, we trust that we will
breathe in.
Yoga incorporates breath into each practice. While focusing on the breath in life or in your yoga practice, think
on the connection between the heart and the lungs, then tap gently on the top of your head and over your heart.
This alows for a new dynamic and renewed sense of working together within the body.
The views expressed in this article are educational in nature and reflect the personal and clinical experiences of the author.
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