Getting Started:
Hold the wooden handle comfortably. Use light to medium pressure depending on your preference—never push hard enough to cause pain. This is about gentle, consistent activation, not aggression.
The Signature Skull-Raking Routine:
Begin at your hairline and rake gently backward toward the nape of your neck. Use slow, deliberate strokes, covering your entire scalp. Move from front to back, side to side, and in circular patterns. Let the rake glide through your hair and across your scalp for three to five minutes. You'll feel your mind quiet and your body relax with each stroke.
Before Bed (5 minutes):
This is the perfect pre-sleep ritual. Spend five minutes raking your entire skull slowly and intentionally. The relaxation effect prepares your nervous system for sleep. You'll notice yourself naturally relaxing into drowsiness. Use this routine nightly for cumulative calming benefits.
For Children:
The Yin Rake is safe and gentle for children. Rake their scalp for three to five minutes before bed. Many children find the sensation soothing and drift into sleep more easily. Light pressure is essential with children.
In Professional Treatment:
Use the Yin Rake at the start of any treatment session to quickly bring your client into a state of calm. Three to five minutes of skull raking sets the tone for deep, relaxed work. Clients appreciate the transition into relaxation before deeper treatments begin.
For Anxiety & Racing Thoughts:
Anytime your mind feels scattered or anxious, take three to five minutes to rake your skull. The repetitive, gentle motion combined with the yin calming effect quiets racing thoughts and brings you back to center.
For Tension Headaches:
Rake your scalp gently for five to ten minutes. The relaxation effect on the nervous system often eases tension headaches. Never use heavy pressure on areas of pain—let the gentle rake do the work.
Daily Ritual:
Use the Yin Rake morning or evening, but especially before bed for optimal sleep support. Consistency creates cumulative nervous system benefits—your baseline stress level decreases with regular use.
Pro Tip:
This is the tool to start with if you're new to multireflex. It's simple, immediately effective, and deeply relaxing. Master the Yin Rake first, and you'll understand the power of these tools.