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The Three Lines – Chestline, Waistline and Hipline (CL, WL, HL)
The concept of the “Three lines” in Jin Shin is quite easy to understand. When we look at the human body - the top part of the torso i.e. between 3rd rib to 7th rib is the Chestline; middle part of the torso i.e. between 7th to 12th rib is the Waistline; and between the Navel area to the top of the thighs is the Hipline.
Each of the 3 lines host different body organs and has its own philosophy meaning in Jin Shin. Chestline is where the heart, lungs and thymus gland are located, and it has a relationship with our emotions, feelings and spirits;
Waistline is where the stomach, spleen, pancreas, liver, gallbladder and adrenal glands are located, it has a relationship with our mind and lifestyle;
Hipline is where the intestines, kidneys and reproductive systems are located, and it is related to our physical bodies and actions.
A simple way to apply this concept for me as a beginner is to look at which one of the Three line is the client’s project related to, and then use the corresponding SEL hold or SEL sequence as the treatment plan. • So firstly, observe which of the part of the body is fuller during body reading, and I will also check which
of the 3 lines are heavier, interestingly this has nothing to do with the person’s body weight, during the practice session I was surprised to see slim people with really heavier hipline (harder to lift up) as compared to bigger size people with well- balanced 3 lines.
• Secondly, talking to the client to find out the medical history is useful as sometimes he/she may have a need for a particular body organ e.g. client with breast project, this usually align with the body reading result i.e. the corresponding CL/WL/HL are similarly fuller or heavier.
• Thirdly and most importantly, confirm by pulse reading, the index, middle and ring finger each corresponds to the CL/WL/HL, hence thru this I can then confirm that it is indeed that the CL is calling for help.
In terms of treatment plan,
• CL projects apply SEL#13, SEL#10 sequence
• WL projects apply SEL#14, SEL#9 sequence
• HL projects apply SEL#15, SEL#2 sequence
In some cases there may be multiple lines calling e.g. both CL and HL are heavy, or both WL and HL are heavy, in this situation I will apply Mediator flow as Mediator flow clears all 3 lines.
Interestingly, I further learned that the concept of 3 lines may also apply to other part of the human body as every part of the human body is interconnected and always works as a whole.
• For the head, SEL#20 and above may also be considered CL i.e. emotions and feelings; further down to SEL#21 is WL i.e. our characteristics and lifestyle; down to SEL#22 is HL i.e. physical and habits. • For the arms, SEL High #19 area corresponds to CL, SEL#19 area to WL, SEL#17 and SEL#18 area to WL • For the legs, SEL High #1 area corresponds to CL, SEL#1 area to WL, SEL#5 and SEL#16 area to WL And I think that explains why holding High #19 and High #1 also help to open up the chestline #13 area and allow energy to move down.
The more that I study and practise, the more that I appreciate what was repeatedly told by teacher Siew Kim “Art of Jin Shin is an art and not a technique, so do your self-help and be your own Testimony!” ☺
Nicole Liu
Student of The Practitioner Certificate Program (PCP) Singapore 2023
In the practice of Jin Shin, the First Three refer to the three essential harmonizing flows: the Main Center Source Energy, the Supervisor Energy, and the Diagonal Mediator Energy. These flows can be likened to the body's ancestral rivers, originating from the universal source energy in perfect harmony. They establish the blueprint as energy transforms into physical matter. The Main Center Source Energy acts as a potent ancestral river, functioning as an antenna that connects us to the universal energy source. This flow, closely associated with our breath, influences the endocrine system. It drives the flow of universal energy downward through the front of the body, from the top of the head through the sternum while exhaling, to the pubic bone via the tailbone. Upon inhaling, the energy travels up the back, over the head, and forms an oval-shaped energy field. As it descends from Shin into Jin, it addresses stagnations above the waistline, making it beneficial for projects in the head and chest. The ascending energy towards Shin clears tension below the waistline and supports the well-being of the legs and hips.
When practiced in the morning, this flow has invigorating and tonifying effects. Conversely, it induces a calming influence at night, facilitating a restful sleep. The Supervisor Energy stems from the Main Center Source. This energy branches off into two components at the back of the head, resulting in left and right components. Moving down the front of the body, they travel along the inside of each leg to the inner knee, where they become the left and right Supervisor Energy. These energies extend down to the toes and move up the back alongside the spine.
Each Supervisor Energy oversees functions on its respective side of the body. They are also the birthplace of the 26 Safety Energy Locations (SELs). The two Supervisor Energies mirror each other, forming two vertical ovals of energy on either side of the body. The Supervisor Energy initiates a new cycle at the knee, with energy traveling deeper, leading to the emergence of SEL 1. These depths cycle through the body, ranging from the skin's surface to the skeletal system. The right side of the body reflects wear due to lifestyle and environmental stressors, often attributed to excessive activities. In contrast, the left side narrates our genetic predispositions and personal histories. Both physical and emotional stressors from the past can disrupt the body's flow, particularly when striving excessively. This flow is effective in clearing the mind, aiding digestion, and alleviating back stress.
The Diagonal Mediator Energy emerges from the Supervisor Energy and is known as the Activating Principle. It harmonizes the left and right Supervisor Energies with the Main Center Source. The Mediator Energy branches off from the third cycle of the left Supervisor Energy, originating at left SEL 3. Both left and right Diagonal Mediator Energies start at the shoulders, traversing the body diagonally from back to front, side to side, and top to bottom, culminating at the opposite-side knees. Emotional turmoil can disrupt this energy flow, leading to disharmony and potentially causing diseases. This flow spirals across the body, branching from the Supervisor Flow and giving rise to our thoughts, feelings, and words. The Five Attitudes—worry, fear, anger, sadness/grief, and trying too hard/pretense—originate here, representing a common source of disharmonious energies. The Mediator ensures that all flows converge at the Main Center Source, allowing constant revitalizing life energy from the Source. When one side of the body becomes excessively tense, the Mediator Flow can restore balance to both sides, reducing fatigue, tension, and stress.
Bee Ong
Student of The Practitioner Certificate Program (PCP) Singapore 2023
The First 3
The three main sequences in the Art of Jin Shin are known as the First Three. These are the Main Centre Source Energy, the Supervisor Energy and the Mediator Energy.
The Main Centre Source Energy arises in the Sixth Depth and connects the unity of spirit, mind and body with the Source Energy. Like an oval of energy, this flow runs through the centre of the body, down the front (supporting exhaling) and up the back (supporting inhaling). It harmonizes the spine this way and nourishes all the organ flows, which makes it a good self-help for daily energy supply.
The Supervisor Energy starts at the back of the head from the Main Center Source Energy and splits into two, a right hand and left hand component down the front of each leg all the way to the toes and then up the back to the top of the head. They harmonise the energy on their respective sides and is the birthplace of the Safety Energy Locks (SELs). The Supervision Flows make sure that both sides of the body are equally supplied with life energy and can help to balance the entire body.
The Diagonal Mediator Energy originates at SEL3, spirals diagonally back and forth across the back and front of the body, bringing the right and left Supervisor Energy into harmony with the MCS. It is here that the Five Attitudes are born and where a common source of disharmonious energies arise. Its purpose is to actively monitor the relationship of the Supervisor Energies with the Main Centre Source Energy, balance energy on the left and right sides of the body and harmonise emotions and attitudes.
These are very powerful flows that I like to use at the beginning of a session especially with a new client who is less used to Jin Shin. It helps jumpstart their energy flow and is a good first step before diagnosing further into other symptoms. In general, these flows help:
- Reconnect the client back to the Source Energy and energize them if energy depletion is observed. Energy depletion can be discerned from what they tell you or from noticing the volume of the pulse - use Main Centre Source Energy.
- Address uneven tension in one side of the body vs the other – use Supervisor Energy
- When there seem to be a number of disharmonies in the body or excess of energy in one side of the body vs depletion in the other – use Mediator Energy to rebalance the body. I notice this is especially helpful for my elderly parents as they suffer from multiple ailments.
In addition, these flows are very helpful self-helps for overall maintenance of well-being, and can be done everyday. More than one can be used in a single session as each flow has a distinct function. It also depends on what the intention is for the session having given the client a high level scan. For example, if you intend to energise and rebalance the body, then it could be a combination of Main Centre Source Energy and Mediator Energy.
Chia Uen-Li
Student of The Practitioner Certificate Program (PCP) Singapore 2023
The Main Center Source Energy
The main center source a harmonizes the body and maintains the connection to our spirituality and source energy. As we inhale and exhale, energy passes through the main center source, harmonizing the spine and nourishing all of the organ flows.
The Main Centre Source create the human form starting from the head. This is the headquarters for the construction of the body’s form – the blueprint for the movement of energy within the body.
From the head, the energy moves down the center of the body through the sternum and pubic bone and back up the spine and over the head. This movement down the front and up the back is in the form of an oval. Certain places along the Main Center Sources’s densest area, the spine, can become blocked or it begins to flow horizontally. We can bring the body back into balance by regulating the breath.
There are total 7 steps in this flow: Place your right fingertips at the center of the top of your head, and bring your left fingertips to your Eyebrows; then to tip of your nose; next to collarbones ; next to the base of the sternum; again moves to pubic bone, finally step move right hand to your tailbone, leaving your left hand on your pubic bone.
The Supervisor Energy
Supervisor flow is a addressing the lateral balance of energy along the body, it is a useful tool for daily maintenance.
Supervisor energy comes into being at the back of the head, then energy split into two, forming a left and right component.
It flows patterns moves down the back along the side of the spine.
Harmonizing and is recommended to do both left & right side of the body.
Place your right hand on top of the your left shoulder (SEL11), Place your left hand at the top of your left thigh, toward your groin (SEL 15).
Leaving your right hand in place, move your left hand to your left sit bone (SEL25).
It helps all twenty-six SELs.
The Mediator Energy
From the Supervisor energy, the diagonal Mediator energy arise.
The Mediator energy begins the energetic movement from Right to Left and Left to Right.
This flows spiral across the body from side to side, branching off of the Supervisor flows.
The Mediator energy originates at SEL 3.
Place your right thumb over your right ring fingernail and your left hand on top of your right shoulder (SEL11). Place knees together (SELs 1). Reverse the other side.
We are using our hands as a jumper cable on the receiver’s body, harmonious relationship between the receiver’s body, mind and spirit.
Jumper cable is a Universal /energy (Ki-Eki) that harmonize practitioner’s hands are applied to two separate locations on the receiver’s body.
When we apply the hands as a jumper cables, the Spark we create revitalizes the circulation of Tai-Eki energy and allows for the releases of a stagnant energy in the body.
The main center source a harmonizes the body and maintains the connection to our spirituality and source energy. As we inhale and exhale, energy passes through the main center source, harmonizing the spine and nourishing all of the organ flows.
The Main Centre Source create the human form starting from the head. This is the headquarters for the construction of the body’s form – the blueprint for the movement of energy within the body.
From the head, the energy moves down the center of the body through the sternum and pubic bone and back up the spine and over the head. This movement down the front and up the back is in the form of an oval. Certain places along the Main Center Sources’s densest area, the spine, can become blocked or it begins to flow horizontally. We can bring the body back into balance by regulating the breath.
There are total 7 steps in this flow: Place your right fingertips at the center of the top of your head, and bring your left fingertips to your Eyebrows; then to tip of your nose; next to collarbones ; next to the base of the sternum; again moves to pubic bone, finally step move right hand to your tailbone, leaving your left hand on your pubic bone.
The Supervisor Energy
Supervisor flow is a addressing the lateral balance of energy along the body, it is a useful tool for daily maintenance.
Supervisor energy comes into being at the back of the head, then energy split into two, forming a left and right component.
It flows patterns moves down the back along the side of the spine.
Harmonizing and is recommended to do both left & right side of the body.
Place your right hand on top of the your left shoulder (SEL11), Place your left hand at the top of your left thigh, toward your groin (SEL 15).
Leaving your right hand in place, move your left hand to your left sit bone (SEL25).
It helps all twenty-six SELs.
The Mediator Energy
From the Supervisor energy, the diagonal Mediator energy arise.
The Mediator energy begins the energetic movement from Right to Left and Left to Right.
This flows spiral across the body from side to side, branching off of the Supervisor flows.
The Mediator energy originates at SEL 3.
Place your right thumb over your right ring fingernail and your left hand on top of your right shoulder (SEL11). Place knees together (SELs 1). Reverse the other side.
We are using our hands as a jumper cable on the receiver’s body, harmonious relationship between the receiver’s body, mind and spirit.
Jumper cable is a Universal /energy (Ki-Eki) that harmonize practitioner’s hands are applied to two separate locations on the receiver’s body.
When we apply the hands as a jumper cables, the Spark we create revitalizes the circulation of Tai-Eki energy and allows for the releases of a stagnant energy in the body.
The movement we apply our hands to harmonize the body, we trap into Universal Energy, the LIGHT.
Tan Bie Hoa
Student of The Practitioner Certificate Program (PCP) Singapore 2023