“Don’t compromise on the things that give you the greatest joy”
As a multi-disciplinary practitioner, Pamela Baker offers a scientific, integrative and naturopathic perspective with Traditional Chinese medicine, proposing natural solutions for many health problems. She shares her expertise about acupuncture in a pragmatic and fascinating way.
Inspire yourself with these essential insights from Pamela
Note: please accept my apologies for some background noise in this recording
We spoke about
What Acupuncture is and it’s use as a treatment for a vast range of symptoms
A rail system metaphor where meridians are the train lines and the stations are the Acupuncture points
Comprehensive evaluation of a client at several levels
How taking the pulse in Traditional Chinese Medicine is different to a medical perspective
The individual basis for diagnosis given the many different causes for the same symptom
Different tools utilised based on the chronic nature of the problems
How even needle phobics like me can be treated with acupuncture
How a seasoned practitioner feels and can modify the energy flow for the individual’s need
The desired effects achieved with the needles
Each treatment is accumulative and retrains the body at different levels
The four basics in life
Laughter and joy
Value Quotes
“Cause is often a complex interaction with 2 or 3 organs”
“Going back to first principles and the 5 element theory is often required”
“Make the experience as comfortable as possible but as beneficial as possible”
“Each treatment is accumulative”
“The multiple effects of Acupuncture have a domino effect in the body”
“Check in with your self at all levels”
“Find the things that whittle away at your spirit on a daily basis”
“Laughter really is the best medicine”
“Don’t compromise on the things that give you the greatest joy”
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Until next time fabulous podcast listener, I’m Bev and I invite you to live the fab life with me now!
Episode Links
You can find Pamela Baker at:
Natural Therapy page: http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/connect/pamela_baker/pamela/about_pamela