Essence, better known as Jing, is the root of life and is stored in the kidneys.
Jing is the foundation of your vitality and it governs growth, development, reproduction and longevity.
Essence/Jing is the root of life source we draw upon for daily living.
There are two types of Jing in TCM, pre and post heaven. Pre-heaven or congenital Jing is what we inherit, somewhat akin to genetics and it determines your constitution, vitality and lifespan. It cannot be replenished, however it can be conserved and supported. Post-heaven or acquired Jing is not inherited and instead is derived from the air we breathe, the fluid and food we consume and the lifestyle choices we make. There are other organ systems involved in this transformation such as the spleen and lungs as well as the kidneys, but this type of Jing can be replenished through healthy lifestyle choices, diet, movement and proper rest. Acupuncture and TCM modalities support both types of Jing. During your sessions, you will learn how to make choices that enhance your own essence and support your personalized healing journey.
As a patient of Zhen Point Acupuncture, you will experience acupuncture modalities that enhance your own essence as well as learn easy to incorporate practices into your daily life that support and enhance your essence.