Here’s an example of a very detailed ear chart I found on the web:

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Massaging the ears takes only a minute and can be done as a simple self-massage or with a partner. I find that by doing these techniques on my own ears it clears congestion in my sinuses and releases tension from my neck and jaw muscles that otherwise creates nasty headaches. See for yourself what kind of benefits you’ll receive.

(Ear massage techniques reprinted from Grace’s book Massage In Minutes: Simple Techniques for Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere.)

Have your partner lie down on his or her back. Sit comfortably up at the top of your partner’s head facing down the body toward the feet.

Grab on to each earlobe with the thumb and forefinger of each hand (thumbs in front, fingers behind). Gently rub the earlobe between your fingers, kind of smooshing it around, creating some warmth between your fingers. Gradually work your way around the edge of the whole ear, massaging with your fingers and thumbs in the same fashion.

Now come back down and grab the earlobes again. This time gently but firmly pull them down toward your partner’s shoulders. (Trust me, it feels good.) Hold for five seconds, then release. Next, grab on to the middle section of the ear’s edge and pull down toward the floor. Hold for five seconds, release. Grab on to the top portion of the ear and pull up, toward the top of your partner’s head. Hold for five seconds, release.

If you like, at this point, repeat the whole ear massage sequence from the beginning. Then, make your hands into fists with the first and middle fingers extended (like scissors). Catch each ear in between your extended fingers. Your forefingers should be on the sides closest to your partner’s face and your middle fingers on the opposite side of the ear (toward the back of his or her head).

Now clamp down with these two fingers, gently pressing them together like you’re trying to cut your partner’s ears off. The cartilage around the ear will move, and that’s okay. There is muscle tissue all around this area that will be affected by this technique. With your fingers clamped down, move the whole ear around in small, slow circles. This really feels wonderful. Do five to seven circles, then release.

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