A deep dive into the Gallbladder meridian and system according to Traditional Chinese Medicine. The Gallbladder is connected to the Liver within the Wood Element. Learn all about important points, common patterns of imbalance, and its relation to Qi stagnation and stress. This is an interesting episode with lots of analogies to help you understand and embrace your intention to deepen your practice. Watch as Jeff uses a boiling pot to demonstrate the concept of “turning the heat down” which applies to general life and stress. Discover the concept of “not crushing the bird” which allows you to maintain the right amount of effort during practice. Set your ‘intention’ for practice as well as your personal ‘antidote’ which allows your mind to embrace the ‘affirmative.’
Topics covered include:

Introduction
Gallbladder Functions 2:15
Gallbladder meridian 6:45
Important points 9:30
Imbalance patterns 21:50
Qi stagnation 24:20
Discussion on stress 28:15
Qi Stagnation and heat 37:30
Qigong and the Gallbladder, Liver, and Wood element 53:00
“Not crushing the bird” concept 57:30
Boiling water demonstration 59:40
The Antidote 1:04:00
Review and Conclusion 1:12:40

*Note, there is a lot of information in this video, and it's not necessary to remember all the details in order to benefit from Qigong practice. Use this information to deepen your practice by 'taking what you need' and enjoying a greater awareness of the interconnected meridians and body systems.
The associated Qigong routine to balance the body and support the Gallbladder can be found here: https://qigongforvitality.vhx.tv/videos/gallbladder-meridian-sweep-32-mins