Natural Circulation
By Phil on Feb. 11, 2009.
When the human body is in balance, the cool water energy travels upward toward the head along the back side of the body, while the hot fire energy flows down the front side of the body to the lower abdomen. This constitutes a complete cycle of energy circulation. By repeating this circulation, life maintains its balance and continuity. Perhaps you have heard the expressions: “I have a fire in my belly” or “Keep a cool head.”
The kidneys and the heart facilitate this natural circulation with the help of the body’s energy center. The kidneys generate water energy in the human body while the heart generates fire energy. When the energy flow is smooth and balanced, the Dahn-jon imparts heat to the kidneys and sends the water energy up. This cools the brain and brings down the heat from the heart so that fire energy moves downward.
When the water energy travels upward along the spine, the brain feels cool and refreshed. When the fire energy flows down from the chest, the lower abdomen and intestines become warm and flexible. In this cycle of energy flow, the Dahn-jon, the energy center in the lower abdomen, performs the most crucial function.
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