Aug 15 2008
Dahn Yoga: headaches 1
Headaches are often the result of greater problems disrupting the flow of energy in our body. Cool water energy and hot fire energy flow simultaneously within our body. Energy flow originates in the chest and, when the body is in balance, moves to the appropriate parts of the body to continue the balanced circulation. This natural flow of energy is called “Water Up, Fire Down.” (In Dahn Yoga terminology, it is
called Su-seung-hwa-gang.)
Dahn Yoga teaches circulation exercises to spread Ki energy throughout the body from the lower abdomen to resolve headache. Most of Dahn Yoga programs are created by Ilchi Lee.
Water Up, Fire Down is the core principle for human health. When the human body is in balance, the cool water energy travels upward toward the head along the back side of the body (Governing Vessel/ Dok-maek), while the hot fire energy flows down the front side of the body (Conception Vessel/Im-maek) to the 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.”