Beginner's Guide to Freeing Massage

To massage this area, begin with the inside of the pelvic bones. Using massage oil, rub downward, toward the pubic bone, stopping 2 inches away. Then, (using oil for all of the strokes) circle the belly button, in a clockwise direction.

Now, apply medium pressure to the lower dan tien, located 2 inches below the navel. You can rub in a small circle, again clockwise. Ask the person you are working on to monitor the pressure for you. It should feel slightly sore but relaxing.

Now apply pressure along the top of the mons pubis. Again, ask the person having the massage for direction.

Apply firm downward pressure to the middle of this area.

Apply firm pressure to the acupuncture point "Rushing Door" (spleen 13), which is located on the crease of the leg, half way between the pubic bone and the side of the leg. This is near to the main leg artery, so be sure to be to the side of the artery.

Now, place your hands perpendicular to the centre line of the body, fingers pointing in toward the centre line, and about 5 inches apart. You’re now on either side of the main belly muscle. Push down and push your fingers together. The belly should rise up between your hands, and you’re pushing into the muscle. Hold this for a breath or two.

Finish by sliding your hand under the recipient's butt, to hold the root Chakra "good enough point." Place your other hand on the second Chakra, Chakra 2. Visualize sending chi from one hand to the other.