You’ve heard about the yin-yang concept, right? Let’s be honest—yin often gets a bad rap. It’s usually painted as the “dark,” ”passive,“ or even ”sad” side of the balance, something to be wary of or overcome. This misunderstood energy, however, is actually a powerhouse for vitality and emotional regulation.
One of the most famous acupoints, located on your ankle, Three Yin Intersection (San Yin Jiao, SP6), perfectly embodies this truth. This point invites you to rethink everything you thought you knew about yin—and discover how embracing it can transform your health in surprising, empowering ways. Ready to flip the script on yin and tap into a deeper source of wellness? Let’s dive in!
Why Ancient Practitioners Revered San Yin Jiao
First documented in the classic acupuncture text “Zhen Jiu Jia Yi Jing” (“The A-B Classic of Acupuncture and Moxibustion”), San Yin Jiao earned a name for itself due to its ability to influence three key organ systems. As a meeting point of the Liver, Spleen, and Kidney meridians, it can impact digestion, hormonal balance, blood flow, and emotional regulation all at once. In practice, it’s a go-to for common complaints like poor appetite, bloating, and loose stools—classic signs of spleen or digestive deficiency.
Moreen Liao
R.Ph. of TCM (Taiwan)
Moreen was born into a family with a lineage of four generations of traditional Chinese medicine doctors and professors.
She was Dean of the Natural Therapies Institute in Sydney, Australia.
Drawing on her family heritage, she created a certified organic wellness brand, and co-founded the largest Chinese medical image encyclopedia online.
