Jin Shin Jyutsu® is the art of harmonizing the energy within the body (in rhythm with the universe) physically, mentally and spiritually, releasing tensions which are the causes for various symptoms in the body.  The body contains several energy pathways that feed life into all of our cells.  When one or more of these paths become blocked, the effect may be felt as discomfort or pain.  This blockage will not only disrupt the local area, but will continue and eventually disharmonize the complete path or paths of the energy flow.  Jin Shin Jyutsu® brings balance to the body’s energies, which promotes optimal health and well-being, and facilitates our own profound healing capacity.  It is the awakening to awareness of complete harmony within the self and the universe.
It is a valuable complement to conventional healing methods, including relaxation and reducing the effects of stress.

There are two important distinctions between Jin Shin Jyutsu® and many other massage and oriental healing modalities to which is often compared.

1. It is an art, as opposed to a technique.  A technique is a mechanical application; whereas, an art is a skillful creation.
2. It is not a physical manipulation of tissue and uses minimal pressure.  The hands are used as “jumper cables,” contacting 26 “safety energy locks” to redirect or unblock the flow of energy along its pathways.

A practitioner of Jin Shin Jyutsu® is a facilitator assigning in the flow of an infinite supply of universal energy.  This process does not affect the practitioner’s personal supply of energy. 

Sessions last about one hour.  The receiver remains clothed and lies face up on a cushioned surface.  After “listening” to the energy pulses in the wrists, a practitioner employs a harmonizing sequence, or “flow,” appropriate for unblocking particular pathways and restoring the energy to the energy rhythm of the universe.  A “flow” is a series of hand placement combinations using the safety energy locks that stimulate the circulation of energy along a given pathway.  There are many such pathways in the body, each with a distinct function or essence.  To a certain extent, the experience of Jin Shin Jyutsu® is unique to each person for each session; however, the most common effect is that of deep relaxation presenting the opportunity to let go of stress, which may interfere with optimum health.

Jin Shin Jyutsu® is said to predate Buddha and Moses.  It was rediscovered in the early 1900’s by Master Jiro Murial, who, after recovery from a terminal illness, devoted himself to the revival of the art for future generations.  He believed that the capacity to use the art is born in all of us, like our hands, the tools with which it is applied.  His student, Mary Burmeister, brought the art from Japan to America in the 1950’s.

*The Jin Shin Jyutsu® information provided is intended to complement, not replace, the advice of your own physician or other healthcare professionals, whom you should always consult about your individual needs and any symptoms that may require diagnosis or medical attention and before starting or stopping any medication or starting any course of treatment, exercise regimen, or diet.

For appointments call Karen at 530-221-4128 or 530-863-0953