Regulating Qi (Li-Qi)

Overview

Qi regulation targets stagnation patterns—distention, sighing, epigastric tightness. Many aromatics assist gentle qi movement when paired with conscious breathwork and posture opening.

Key Principles

• Liver Freedom: Liver constraint and emotional suppression are classically eased with citrus and floral aromatics like bergamot or rose.
• Aroma Dosing: Lighter, intermittent aromatic bursts yield better outcomes than heavy, continuous saturation.
• Caution: Sinking qi deficiency or severe yin-fire needs gentleness rather than strong acrid dispersal.

Note: Intense visceral pain requires timely clinical diagnosis.