Acupressure at Home

Natural Self-Care Techniques for Everyday Wellness

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Course Description

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What if you could support your health naturally from the comfort of your own home?

Acupressure is a simple, safe, and effective self-care practice rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine. By applying gentle pressure to specific points on the body, you can encourage relaxation, support healthy energy flow, and promote overall wellness.

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This beginner-friendly course teaches practical acupressure techniques that can be used to support stress relief, emotional balance, sleep, digestion, headaches, and muscle tension.

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Whether you are new to acupressure or looking to expand your self-care toolkit, this course provides easy-to-follow instruction that empowers you to take an active role in your well-being.

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Module 1

Safety Guidelines

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Lesson 1: What Is Acupressure?

Topics Covered:

• History of acupressure

• Relationship to acupuncture

• Benefits of acupressure

• Understanding energy flow

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Lesson 2: Acupressure Safety

Topics Covered:

• When to use acupressure

• When to seek medical care

• Contraindications

• Pregnancy precautions

• Pressure techniques

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Lesson 3: Preparing for a Session

Topics Covered:

• Creating a calming environment

• Proper positioning

• Breathing techniques

• Setting intentions

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Learning Outcome

Students will understand how to practice acupressure safely and effectively.

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Workbook Exercise

Create your personal self-care routine.

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Module 2

Stress Relief Points

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Lesson 1: Understanding Stress and the Body

Topics Covered:

• Effects of stress

• Stress and energy stagnation

• Emotional tension

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Lesson 2: Key Acupressure Points for Stress

Topics Covered:

• Yin Tang

• Pericardium 6

• Liver 3

• Large Intestine 4

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Lesson 3: Daily Stress Reduction Routine

Topics Covered:

• Five-minute stress relief routine

• Breathing and relaxation exercises

• Creating a calming habit

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Learning Outcome

Students will learn practical techniques to reduce daily stress naturally.

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Workbook Exercise

Stress Awareness Tracker

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Module 3

Anxiety Support Points

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Lesson 1: Understanding Anxiety

Topics Covered:

• Emotional wellness and anxiety

• Nervous system activation

• Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective

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Lesson 2: Acupressure Points for Emotional Balance

Topics Covered:

• Heart 7

• Pericardium 6

• Yin Tang

• Kidney 1

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Lesson 3: Creating an Anxiety Support Routine

Topics Covered:

• Grounding techniques

• Mindful breathing

• Acupressure sequence

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Learning Outcome

Students will gain tools to support calmness and emotional balance.

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Workbook Exercise

Emotional Wellness Reflection

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Module 4

Sleep Support Points

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Lesson 1: Why Sleep Matters

Topics Covered:

• The importance of restorative sleep

• Causes of poor sleep

• Stress and insomnia

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Lesson 2: Acupressure Points for Better Sleep

Topics Covered:

• Heart 7

• Yin Tang

• Kidney 1

• Anmian

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Lesson 3: Evening Relaxation Ritual

Topics Covered:

• Bedtime routines

• Screen-free practices

• Relaxation techniques

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Learning Outcome

Students will learn natural methods to support restful sleep.

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Workbook Exercise

Sleep Quality Journal

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Module 5

Digestive Support Points

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Lesson 1: Digestive Wellness and Energy

Topics Covered:

• The digestive system in Traditional Chinese Medicine

• Spleen and Stomach functions

• Stress and digestion

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Lesson 2: Acupressure Points for Digestive Support

Topics Covered:

• Stomach 36

• Ren 12

• Spleen 6

• Pericardium 6

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Lesson 3: Daily Habits for Digestive Health

Topics Covered:

• Mindful eating

• Hydration

• Gentle movement

• Stress reduction

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Learning Outcome

Students will learn self-care practices that support digestive wellness.

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Workbook Exercise

Digestive Wellness Tracker

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Module 6

Headache & Neck Tension Relief

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Lesson 1: Understanding Tension Patterns

Topics Covered:

• Common causes of headaches

• Neck and shoulder tension

• Stress-related discomfort

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Lesson 2: Acupressure Points for Relief

Topics Covered:

• Large Intestine 4

• Gallbladder 20

• Taiyang

• Liver 3

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Lesson 3: Tension Relief Routine

Topics Covered:

• Stretching exercises

• Acupressure techniques

• Relaxation practices

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Learning Outcome

Students will learn techniques to relieve common tension patterns naturally.

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Workbook Exercise

Headache & Tension Log

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Bonus Module

Creating Your Personal Acupressure Wellness Plan

Topics Covered:

• Combining acupressure routines

• Daily wellness habits

• Tracking results

• Long-term self-care planning

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What Students Receive

• Six Video Learning Modules

• Downloadable Workbook

• Acupressure Point Guide

• Self-Care Tracking Sheets

• Stress Relief Worksheets

• Sleep Journal

• Digestive Wellness Tracker

• Certificate of Completion

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Meet Your Instructor

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Dr. Guadalupe Vanderhorst Rodriguez, D.Ac., L.Ac.

Licensed Acupuncturist, Educator, Author, and Reiki Master.

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Dr. Rodriguez has helped individuals improve their health and well-being through Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture, acupressure, and holistic wellness practices. Her teaching style makes complex healing concepts easy to understand and apply in daily life.

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Course Completion

Upon completion of this course, students will have practical acupressure skills and self-care techniques they can use to support relaxation, emotional wellness, sleep, digestion, and overall health from home.