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Acupressure

Imagine you have a magic power that allows you to tickle different spots on your body to help you feel better. That's kind of what acupressure is!

Acupressure is a way to make your body feel better by using pressure on specific points on your body. These points are called "acupoints."

Just like how you might scratch an itch or rub a sore spot to make it feel better, acupressure uses these acupoints to help relieve pain or discomfort in your body.

These acupoints are all connected to different parts of your body, like your organs or muscles. When they're touched or pressed, they can help your body release its own natural healing power.

Acupressure has been used for a long time in different cultures as a way to treat all kinds of problems, from headaches and back pain to stress and anxiety.

So if you ever have a sore spot or feel a little off, try giving yourself a little acupressure by gently pressing on different points on your body. Who knows, it might just help you feel a little bit better!
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