Pituitary & Pineal Gland: An Anatomical Meditation, with Gil Hedley

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The text discusses the location and strategies for accessing the pituitary and pineal glands, focusing on specific techniques to connect with these areas for a deep inner experience. Techniques include following specific paths from different parts of the head to reach these glands and creating a sensation relationship between the two for a peaceful experience.

Insights

  • The pituitary gland is located beneath the optic chiasma in the sella turcica of the sphenoid bone, and strategies to locate it involve following the optic nerve, the bridge of the nose, or rising through the soft palate.
  • The pineal gland is positioned at the back of the third ventricle near the thalamus, and accessing it can be done by dropping down from the crown of the head, going in from the top of the ears, or arcing back from the pituitary gland, emphasizing a connection between the two glands for a serene inner experience.

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Recent questions

  • How can I locate the pituitary gland?

    By following the optic nerve back to x marks the spot, following the bridge of the nose straight back, and rising up through the soft palate.

  • Where is the pineal gland situated?

    At the back of the third ventricle, with feet touching the thalamus on each side of the brain.

  • How can I access the pineal gland?

    By dropping down from the crown of the head, going straight in from the top of the ears, or arcing back from the pituitary gland.

  • What is the relationship between the pituitary and pineal glands?

    By arcing back and forth gently, fostering a deep and peaceful inner experience.

  • How should I sit to focus on the pituitary gland?

    In a relaxed position, noticing the quality of sensations in that area.

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Exploring Pituitary and Pineal Glands Sensations

  • The pituitary gland is located beneath the optic chiasma, in a pocket called the sella turcica of the sphenoid bone.
  • Strategies to locate the pituitary gland include following the optic nerve back to x marks the spot, following the bridge of the nose straight back, and rising up through the soft palate.
  • Sit in a relaxed position to focus on the pituitary gland, noticing the quality of sensations in that area.
  • The pineal gland is situated at the back of the third ventricle, with feet touching the thalamus on each side of the brain.
  • Ways to access the pineal gland include dropping down from the crown of the head, going straight in from the top of the ears, or arcing back from the pituitary gland.
  • Focus on the sensations in the area of the pineal gland, exploring any distinct feelings compared to the pituitary gland.
  • Create a sensation relationship between the pituitary and pineal glands by arcing back and forth gently, fostering a deep and peaceful inner experience.
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