How to manage a short temper? We all know that frequent anger harms the liver and undermines overall health. Learn to massage specific acupoints on your body to stabilize emotional fluctuations while nourishing the liver.
Traditional Chinese medicine attributes liver qi stagnation to impaired liver function or emotional suppression, manifesting as irritability, facial blemishes, and dark circles under the eyes. These emotional issues often stem from work and daily life.To maintain health, it's essential to curb a hot temper to avoid liver damage. Beyond emotional regulation, massaging seven key "stress-relief points" on the body can help alleviate pressure.
Massage these points to ease "anger"
1. Three "stress-relief points" on the head
Jiaosun (GB21), Fengchi (GB20), and Taiyang (EX-HN5) are the primary "stress-relief points" on the head.Pressing these points can refresh the mind, alleviate fatigue and anxiety, and treat headaches and dizziness. Some people may burp after massaging Jiaosun, indicating the technique is working. This point is especially beneficial for those experiencing rib or breast discomfort after anger.
2. Two "Stress-Release Points" on the Chest and Shoulders
The Zhanzhong and Jianjing points are two "stress-release points" on the chest and shoulders. The former (located between the breasts) calms the mind and relieves mental oppression. Massage by applying firm pressure with the pad of your thumb, pressing for 5 seconds followed by a 3-second rest.When angry, stroke downward 100 times to regulate qi flow, which also effectively alleviates qi stagnation. Tapping the Jianjing point with a fist relieves neck fatigue, improves cerebral blood supply, and treats headaches. Massaging this point also helps improve breast conditions.Massaging Tai Chong (Liver 3) calms irritability and depression, offering therapeutic benefits for hypertension, headaches, breast tenderness, and menstrual irregularities. Combined with Zusanli (Stomach 36) massage, it soothes liver qi stagnation while improving constipation, diarrhea, and gastric disorders.
Massaging Jiquan Point Relieves Cardiac Discomfort During Anger
Traditional Chinese Medicine holds that when one becomes angry, liver fire stagnates in the armpits. Excessive liver fire humiliates the heart, leading to symptoms like chest tightness, shortness of breath, palpitations, and a desire to cry. Massaging Jiquan Point alleviates these symptoms.
Jiquan Point is located at the center of the armpit.When massaging the armpit, one can distinctly feel a prominent vein; the acupoint is situated at the center of this vein.
Therefore, stimulating Jiquan effectively dispels pathogenic liver qi, thereby alleviating cardiac discomfort. Apply even and gentle pressure during massage. Begin with light, gradual pressure, gradually increasing intensity until a mild sensation of soreness or numbness is felt in the arm.

Combine massage with deep breathing for optimal results. Individuals prone to anger or hypertension may incorporate armpit tapping into daily routines to indirectly stimulate Jiquan.
It is best to combine massage with deep breathing. For those prone to anger or high blood pressure, incorporating light tapping of the armpit into daily routines can indirectly stimulate Jiquan. This point also offers therapeutic benefits for preventing and treating coronary heart disease and angina.
Dietary Therapy: Excessive Yin Fire Leading to Irritability
Yin deficiency with excessive fire can cause irritability. For instance, liver yin deficiency may lead to irritability when feeling unwell; kidney yin deficiency can cause quick temper and restlessness, with a tendency to move constantly; spleen yin deficiency may result in agitation and an unusually strong appetite, always wanting to eat.
Dietary Formula for Spleen Yin Deficiency
Ingredients: Chinese yam, lotus seed, coix seed, ophiopogon tuber, sand ginseng, raw rehmannia root.
Preparation: Place all herbs in a pot with four cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer on low for 30 minutes. Strain the liquid when reduced to about two cups. Add one piece of rock sugar and let cool.
Calm your mind and try the massage techniques above.