Overcoming Anxiety and Limiting Beliefs with Acupressure, Meditation, and Positive Affirmations

By Dr Chase Neil, NMHD, DBA, NMD Adv. Dip.

Fri, Sept 19, 2025

Anxiety and self-limiting thoughts can feel like invisible chains holding you back from your potential. They drain your confidence, cloud your judgment, and keep you from stepping into the life you truly want.

The good news? You don’t have to be stuck. By blending ancient healing techniques like acupressure and meditation with the power of modern positive affirmations, you can retrain your body and mind to move from fear to freedom.

Why This Combination Works

• Acupressure calms the body by releasing physical tension and restoring energy flow.
  
  

• Meditation quiets the racing mind and grounds you in the present moment.
  
  

• Positive affirmations reprogram limiting beliefs and reinforce confidence.
  
  

Together, they form a holistic toolkit for inner peace and resilience.

1. Acupressure for Calming Anxiety

Acupressure is an ancient practice rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine. By applying gentle pressure to specific points on the body, you can release energy blockages, reduce stress, and promote balance.

Key Acupressure Points for Anxiety Relief

👉 Pericardium 6 (Inner Gate)

• Location: Inside of the wrist, about three finger-widths down from the palm.
  
  

• Benefit: Relieves anxiety, nausea, and heart palpitations.
  
  

• How: Press gently with your thumb for 1–2 minutes while breathing deeply.
  
  

👉 Governing Vessel 24.5 (Third Eye Point)

• Location: Between the eyebrows.
  
  

• Benefit: Calms the mind, reduces worry, and improves focus.
  
  

• How: Apply light circular pressure for 1 minute with your index finger.
  
  

👉 Heart 7 (Spirit Gate)

• Location: On the crease of the wrist, in line with the little finger.
  
  

• Benefit: Eases insomnia, stress, and emotional imbalance.
  
  

• How: Apply steady pressure for 1–2 minutes, switching wrists.
  
  

💡 Tip: Combine acupressure with slow breathing. Inhale for 4 counts, exhale for 6–8 counts.

2. Meditation to Quiet the Mind

Meditation is like a reset button for your nervous system. Even 5–10 minutes a day can significantly reduce anxiety levels.

Simple Breathing Meditation for Beginners

1. Find a quiet space. Sit comfortably.
   
   

2. Close your eyes and focus on your breath.
   
   

3. Inhale deeply through your nose for 4 counts, hold for 2, exhale slowly for 6.
   
   

4. If your mind wanders (and it will), gently bring your focus back to your breath.
   
   

Start with 5 minutes a day, then increase to 10–15 minutes as you get comfortable.

💡 Advanced option: Try guided meditations for anxiety, many of which are free on YouTube or meditation apps.

3. Positive Affirmations to Reprogram Your Mind

Anxiety often comes from negative self-talk—“I’m not good enough,” “I’ll fail,” “I can’t handle this.” Affirmations replace these limiting beliefs with empowering truths.

How to Use Affirmations Effectively

• Be Present: Phrase affirmations as if they are already true.
  
  

• Be Positive: Focus on what you want, not what you fear.
  
  

• Repeat Daily: Say them aloud each morning or write them in a journal.
  
  

Examples for Overcoming Anxiety and Limiting Thoughts

• “I am calm, centered, and in control.”
  
  

• “I release fear and welcome peace.”
  
  

• “I am capable, confident, and resilient.”
  
  

• “I trust myself to handle whatever comes my way.”
  
  

💡 Tip: Pair affirmations with acupressure—press the Inner Gate point while repeating “I am safe and at peace.”

Putting It All Together: A 10-Minute Daily Routine

Here’s a simple practice you can try every day:

1. Acupressure (3 minutes)
   
   

   • Press the Inner Gate and Spirit Gate points while breathing slowly.
     
     

2. Meditation (5 minutes)
   
   

   • Focus on your breath, letting thoughts pass like clouds.
     
     

3. Affirmations (2 minutes)
   
   

   • Speak your affirmations aloud or write them in your journal.
     
     

This routine takes only 10 minutes but can transform your mindset and energy when done consistently.

Final Thought

You don’t need expensive treatments or endless “quick fixes” to manage anxiety and limiting beliefs. Sometimes, the most powerful tools are the simplest ones—right at your fingertips, your breath, and your words.

By practicing acupressure, meditation, and affirmations daily, you’ll train your body and mind to shift from stress to serenity, from doubt to confidence.

✨ Remember: progress is built step by step. Start small, stay consistent, and watch your peace and power grow.

👉 If you found this helpful, connect with me on LinkedIn and check out my latest post on the importance of setting achievable goals for success. Together, these practices can help you unlock your full potential.