The Second Foundation
Along with the Triple Crown, Spleen Support is the second foundation of the SolaraGem system.
As we discussed earlier, the goal isn't to diagnose or treat the spleen itself. It's to support one of the body's important foundational systems as part of an overall approach to maintaining adaptability and resilience.
Different healing traditions describe the spleen somewhat differently, often including broader functional relationships than the anatomical organ alone. Within the SolaraGem system, this traditional placement has consistently proven valuable in practice.
Like the Triple Crown, Spleen Support is intentionally simple. Learn it well, observe how people respond, and allow experience to gradually deepen your understanding.
Placement
Position the SolaraGem on the left side of the body, aimed toward the area beneath the lower rib cage.
A simple way to locate the area is to find the bottom three ribs on the left side. For many women, this is just below the bra band, making it an easy reference point.
Position the light so it points toward the body from the side, approximately 6–8 inches away —roughly the length of your hand.
Whenever practical, position the light over bare skin rather than clothing. Direct exposure provides the most consistent experience.
Comfort is Key
As people become deeply relaxed they may begin to feel cool. It's fine to use a blanket, as long as it doesn't press against or block the light from the SolaraGem.
Use a pillow, folded towel, or chair to hold the blanket up above the light, creating a small tent. This allows the client to remain completely warm and covered while keeping open the space between the SolaraGem and the body.
If modesty is a concern, a thin natural-fiber cloth may be placed directly over the treatment area.
Session Time
Spleen Support typically lasts 15–20 minutes. While learning, we recommend performing it right after the Triple Crown.
Because it can be energizing, it's best performed earlier in the day rather than shortly before bedtime.
Which SolaraGem?
For most people, the Carnelian SolaraGem is the standard choice for Spleen Support and the one we recommend in general.
In some situations, practitioners may choose a different SolaraGem.
Ruby for larger individuals or slower metabolizers who appear to benefit from stronger support.
Citrine in situations where a gentler supporting influence is desired.
If you're unsure, use Carnelian.
If the Spleen Has Been Removed
People occasionally ask whether this placement is still appropriate if the spleen has been surgically removed.
Within the SolaraGem framework, the answer is yes.
Our intention is not simply to work with the physical organ itself, but with the broader functional pattern traditionally associated with the spleen.
If the spleen has been significantly damaged, surgically repaired, or only partially remains, it's usually wise to shorten the time and observe the response before gradually increasing it.
Combining with Other Placements
As you become more comfortable using SolaraGem, you'll often combine Spleen Support with a local application, or even perform it during the Triple Crown when time is limited.
When you're first learning, we recommend performing these separately whenever practical.
Doing so makes it much easier to notice how each affects the person you're working with. Once you've developed that experience, combining them becomes much more intuitive.
One of the goals of this guide isn't simply to teach you where to place the lights. It's to help you develop the habit of careful observation. Experience will reveal nuances that no written guide can fully capture.
What Should You Expect?
Compared to the Triple Crown, Spleen Support is relatively subtle.
Many people notice very little during it, yet appreciate the effects over time. Others—particularly those who seem to benefit from additional Spleen Support—may notice it much more distinctly.
As with all SolaraGem work, dramatic sensations are not the goal. The absence of strong sensations should never be taken as evidence that nothing is happening.
Begin with these two foundations, observe carefully, and allow experience to become your teacher.
