Our bodies are not just physical structures - they are energetic systems that hold emotions, memories, and stress. Ancient healing traditions like Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda have long mapped out how emotions manifest within the body's energy systems. This blog explores where emotions are stored in the 12 meridians and the chakras - offering you a deeper understanding of your own body's wisdom. I am offering this information in the simplest way possible no fluff to get right to the point.
My Personal Journey with Stored Emotions
I have firsthand insight into how emotions directly affect our physical being, not just through observation, but through lived experience. My health struggles started early - frequent bronchitis and lung issues as a child, which I now understand were deeply linked to grief and sadness. When my parents separated, I lost having my dad in my life, and the emotional impact manifested in my stomach, leading to chronic digestive issues. At 16, I was living on my own, navigating heartache and abuse, which only intensified my stomach problems. By my last year of high school, my lower back seized up, making it difficult to even get out of bed - clearly reflecting deep-rooted fear and survival stress. By the time I turned 20, brain fog and fibromyalgia set in, a culmination of stored trauma, unprocessed emotions, and the body's desperate call for healing.
The 12 Meridians & The Emotions They Hold In TCM,
the12 primary meridians are pathways that energy (Qi) flows through. Each meridian is associated with specific emotions, which can become blocked or imbalanced due to stress, trauma, or unresolved feelings.
Lung Meridian - Grief & Sadness Governs breathing & immunity. Blocked by unprocessed grief and sorrow.
Large Intestine Meridian - Letting Go & Stubbornness Governs digestion & detoxification. Blocked by holding onto past pain.
Stomach Meridian - Worry & Anxiety Governs digestion & nourishment. Blocked by overthinking and excessive worry.
Spleen Meridian - Overthinking & Low Self-Esteem Governs metabolism & immune response. Blocked by rumination and self-doubt.
Heart Meridian - Joy & Heartbreak Governs circulation & emotional well-being. Blocked by emotional pain, betrayal, and rejection.
Small Intestine Meridian - Clarity & Confusion Governs digestion & decision-making. Blocked by lack of clarity & emotional indecisiveness.
Bladder Meridian - Fear & Insecurity Governs the nervous system & spine. Blocked by deep-seated fear & survival stress.
Kidney Meridian - Fear & Willpower Governs energy reserves & longevity. Blocked by fear of failure, lack of confidence.
Pericardium Meridian - Emotional Protection & Vulnerability Governs heart protection & emotional balance. Blocked by fear of intimacy.
Triple Burner Meridian - Stress & Emotional Overload Governs temperature regulation & balance. Blocked by burnout and overwhelm.
Liver Meridian - Anger & Frustration Governs detoxification & emotional flow. Blocked by resentment and suppressed anger.
Gallbladder Meridian - Decision-Making & Courage Governs movement & boldness. Blocked by indecision and fear of confrontation.
The 7 Chakras & Their Emotional Storage
Root Chakra - Survival, Security & Fear Blocked by insecurity, instability, and past trauma. Sacral Chakra - Creativity, Sexuality & Emotional Expression Blocked by guilt, suppressed emotions, and lack of joy.
Solar Plexus Chakra - Confidence, Power & Self-Worth Blocked by self-doubt, control issues, and anxiety.
Heart Chakra - Love, Relationships & Compassion Blocked by grief, heartbreak, and fear of vulnerability.
Throat Chakra - Expression, Truth & Communication Blocked by repression, dishonesty, and unspoken words.
Third Eye Chakra - Intuition, Insight & Clarity Blocked by skepticism, mental fog, and avoidance of inner wisdom.
Crown Chakra - Spiritual Connection & Purpose Blocked by disconnection, lack of faith, and limited beliefs.
Your Body Holds the Answers
Your body is an incredible storage unit of emotions, energy, and wisdom. When we understand how meridians and chakras store emotions, we gain the ability to recognize and release what no longer serves us.
Awareness is the first step - healing is the journey.
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