Explanation 

The meridians are a concept of Ancient Chinese Medicine, and can be thought of as the energy network of the body. 

• The 8 Extraordinary Meridians are located symmetrically on both sides of the body (left and right), with the exception of the governing and conception meridians.
• Together with the 12 Main Meridians, the 8 Extraordinary Meridians form a complex web of connections and Qi or life force energy circulation in the body, helping to create strength and balance, both energetically and physically. 
• These 8 meridians form first in utero, and represent the deepest energetic structure of the body.
  • Each of the 8 Extraordinary Meridians fulfills various functions in the body, including: 
  • Acting as deep reservoirs of Qi and blood for the 12 Main Meridians, replenishing them and absorbing their excess energy as needed.
  • Circulating Jing Qi (prenatal “essence” energy received at conception and stored within the Kidneys).
  • Protecting from negative energy by circulating Guardian Qi or “Wei Qi” over the trunk of the body. 
  • Regulating life cycle changes. 
• A meridian may become imbalanced, usually when the energy flow is weakened or blocked by an associated imbalance.

The Girdle Meridian begins at the underside of the ribs, continuing down to encircle the waist horizontally, connecting all the leg meridians.

• Responsible for:
  • Energy flow balance between the upper and lower body
  • Binds Yin and Yang
  • Qi and blood circulation in the legs
  • Supports lower back
• Paired with:
  • Yang Linking Meridian (Yang Wei Mai)
• Other Associations:
  • Jueyin Liver Meridian of Foot
  • Shaoyang Gallbladder Meridian of Foot
• Symptoms of Imbalance:
  • Discomfort or weakness in the lower back 
  • Discomfort or heavy feeling in the body
  • Difficulty walking 
  • Weakness or atrophy of the legs
  • Discomfort, coldness, tension, poor circulation in the legs
  • Abdominal fullness 
  • Difficult urination
  • Cloudy urine
  • Excessive vaginal discharge
  • Hernias
  • Miscarriages

Decoding 

Ask: Is the imbalanced meridian on the left side of the body? 

• If yes, move to Association. 
• If no, it is on the right. Move to Association. 

Association 

Ask: Is there an associated imbalance that needs to be decoded?

• If no (unlikely), move to Intention.
• If yes, return to the home page, decode and address any associated imbalance(s), then return here and repeat the above question. 

Intention 

Swipe three times with a magnet or your hand on any length of the governing meridian, while holding the intention to balance the energy flow of the meridian.