The energy inside the community acupuncture clinic I attend is
amazing. At first I thought it would be
intrusive to be sitting among others while conversing with and receiving
treatment from my acupuncturist. But
after nearly four months of visits, it is really nothing more than a little
distracting, and actually rather heartening to be getting acupuncture side by
side with complete strangers. I am in
awe of all that goes on in the clinic and how the acupuncturists manage to
treat so many patients, having conversations with each one and ensuring they
are well cared for. Even though others
are usually occupying the chairs on either side, they are either napping or in
what I call the wonderful acupuncture-induced state of intense relaxation and
could really care less or are completely unaware of what I am discussing with
my acupuncturist. In a way, everyone makes their own space in the clinic, which
is great because I don’t really want anyone listening in too closely.
Because the clinic charges a sliding scale fee and they let you
decide what you can pay each time, I am able to go for treatment twice a
week. If I had the time, I would go even
more - it’s been that effective and has become a cherished part of my weekly
routine. I find myself looking forward
to each visit and to the calm, yet energized feeling I know I will have
afterwards. Sometimes I stay for over two hours if the chair isn’t needed for
another patient, but I generally stay about an hour and half. My acupuncturist is pretty amazing - he’s
very skillful, knowledgeable as well as compassionate and has a good sense of
humor. He also has a really great way of connecting with people that I am
convinced makes a big difference in the outcome of treatment. There’s more to
acupuncture than just the needles - the conversations at the beginning of each
session are important as well. I highly
recommend checking out your local clinic for treatment of just about any
physical or emotional issue and even for improving health and well-being in
general. Acupuncture is about achieving balance, becoming empowered and
developing one’s ability to heal from within. It’s pretty amazing.
