Did you know that you can use Ear Spheres elsewhere on the body?

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Ear Spheres can be used on other acupressure points on the body and not just the ears!  Last week we discussed Spring time and the Wood Element.  In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Spring is ruled by the Wood Element—symbolizing growth, renewal, and vision. Just as trees stretch upward after a long winter, this is the season for setting goals, moving your body, and embracing new beginnings.

The Liver and Gallbladder are the Organs associated with the Wood Element. They help us manage emotions like frustration and support decision-making. When balanced, Wood energy brings clarity, flexibility, and purpose.  Unfortunately, the energy of the Liver and Gallbladder can frequently get stuck, especially when we are under pressure or stressed!

Liver 3 (Liv 3): The Acupressure Point for Stress, Mood, and Smooth Flow of Qi

If you are feeling stressed, tense or emotionally overwhelmed, there is a Liver acupressure point that could help.  Liver 3 (Liv 3), also know as Taichong is one of the most commonly used acupressure and acupuncture points in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Five Element acupuncture.

Located on the top of your foot, between your big toe and second toe, this point has been used for centuries to relieve stress, improve mood, and help energy move more smoothly through the body.

What Makes Liver 3 So Special?

In Chinese Medicine, the Liver isn’t just about detoxing—it's deeply connected to your emotions, energy flow, menstrual cycle, and even digestion. When things get stuck—whether it’s tension in your muscles, mood swings, or emotional stress—it’s often due to what practitioners call Liver Qi stagnation.

That’s where Liver 3 comes in. Placing Ear Spheres on Liver 3 and pressing it can stimulate the point and help clear that blocked energy, bringing you back to a state of calm and balance.

Benefits of Liver 3

Here are some of the most common ways people use this amazing point:

🌿 Eases Stress and Anxiety

Liver 3 is often called a “go-to” point for calming the nervous system. Whether you’re feeling emotionally tense, irritated, or overwhelmed, gently massaging this point can help soothe the mind and body.

💆‍♀️ Relieves Headaches and Muscle Tension

Feeling tight in your neck or shoulders? Liver 3 can help release physical tension, especially when it’s linked to stress. It’s also commonly used for tension headaches or migraines.

🩸 Supports Menstrual Health

This point is frequently used to ease PMS, menstrual cramps, and irregular cycles. In TCM, the Liver plays a big role in regulating menstruation, and Liver 3 helps everything flow more smoothly.

😴 Improves Sleep

Because it helps calm the mind and balance emotional energy, Liver 3 is also a great point to try if you’re struggling with insomnia or restless sleep, especially when stress is the root cause.

🤢 Aids Digestion

If you tend to get bloated, have a nervous stomach, or experience digestive issues when stressed, massaging this point can support smoother digestion. 

How to Find and Use Liver 3

To locate Liver 3, place your finger on the top of your foot, about one to two inches up from the space between your big toe and second toe. There’s often a slight dip there—that’s the spot.

Place an Ear Sphere on each Liver 3 point on both feet. To activate it, use your thumb to gently press and massage for 1–2 minutes on each foot. You can do it once or twice a day, or whenever you feel tension building up.

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Ear Sphere on Liver 3 acupressure point

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re feeling tense, emotionally stuck, or just want to support your overall wellness, Liver 3 is a simple yet powerful point you can work with right at home. Add it to your self-care routine and notice how your body begins to feel more calm, centred, and in flow.