Basic BEST

My acupuncturist taught me to do the following process, which she said is a basic form of something called "BEST." She suggested doing it anytime I notice my chi shorting out, including when I feel overwhelmed with emotion or are getting a migraine.

Start with imagining my aunt (or whatever else is stressing me out, if that's the issue). Then I should put a finger on each of my temples, looking for a tender spot. Then, press firmly and hold my breath for as long as I can. Keep holding until it stops hurting, even if several breaths are needed. Then, move the fingers to the back of one side of the head and the top of the other one - and then switch. Then, do it again with fingers on the inside of the eyebrows, or just below, next to the nose. It is hard to describe this, but highly recommended.