This text explains that autumn is the golden period for nurturing the lungs. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine theory, the characteristic "dryness" of autumn can easily deplete the lungs' fluids, leading to issues such as neck and shoulder stiffness, fatigue, and shallow breathing. The key is to improve one's breathing method, shifting from the tension-causing, shallow "chest breathing" to the deeply relaxing "abdominal breathing."This breathing technique not only massages internal organs and promotes circulation but also indirectly benefits intestinal health. The unique aspect of the article lies in providing specific self-healing techniques. These include massage methods to release the neck and intercostal muscles, as well as instructions for pressing specific acupoints on the Lung Meridian (such as Chize and Lieque), all aimed at helping the reader align with the season, enhance immunity, and achieve mind-body harmony.
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