The Spirits of the Points - Course 1
by Neil Gumenick
Neil Gumenick discusses about the Spirit Points and how they affect the mind and spirit of the patient.
The Spirits of the Points - Course 1
Course Overview
This one-hour presentation begins with the basics of Classical Five-Element Acupuncture practice, including diagnosis of the elemental Causative Factor and the various energetic blocks that must be identified and resolved for any treatment to be effective.The presentation discusses some of the most powerful spirit points on the whole of the body. Featuring beautiful images from nature and from the worlds of fantasy and mythology, Neil explains the uses of points from the upper Kidney chest region, outer Bladder line on the back, Conception Vessel (Ren), and Governor Vessel (Du). These very special points provide gifts to the minds and spirits of patients that cannot be accessed by any other meridians, and can be conjoined with points of any element.
Course Objectives
- To learn how treatments are strategized in the Classical Five-Element tradition.
- To learn how to select points to reach the needed mental and spirit levels in a patient by understanding the Spirits of the Points.
- To learn the spiritual connotations and uses of specific points on each of the 12 meridians, the Governor Vessel (Du), and Conception Vessel (Ren).
- To provide an overview of the concepts that will be covered in the series, 'Spirits of the Points,' consisting of 6 sessions.
Course Outline
0 hrs - 15 minKD24: Spirit Burial Ground, KD25: Spirit Storehouse
15 min - 30 minCV1: Meeting of Yin, CV6: Sea of Chi
30 min - 45 minDU12: Body Pillar, DU14: Great Hammer
45 min - 1 hrsUB38: Rich for the Vitals Correspondence, UB39: Spirit Hall
Teacher
Yo San University, Emperor's College and SAMRA University.
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Absolutely would recommend this.Alison O.Australia
Enjoyable and full of great information regarding the spirits of the points.Linda A.United States
A great way to learn the deeper uses of these points, and become more familiar with 5 element acupunctureWilliam H.United States of America
Great online course, full of insights and great info.Javier P.Australia
Neil is a very good speaker and does an excellent job of articulating the information. It can be confusing, but he does a great job of getting to the point, but also explaining the varied nuances of each point. I have a much clearer understanding of how I could use these points.Susan W.United States
Neil is delightful in presentation, devoted and knowledgable in the presentation of this Five Element medicineGwen M.United States of America
Anyone wanting to dive deeper into the more spiritual aspects of the course with love this course.Gia A.Canada
I LOVE learning more about the Spirit of the Points. They are so valuable to my practice. The course was fantastic in deepening my understanding of them. My only wish is to take the whole 5 Element curriculum in person someday!Stacy K.United States
Great review on 5 Element theory; I have been practicing 25 years and picked up loads of priceless info.William D.Canada
A great course with great practical applications!Mandy B.Canada
Feels so right to learn that acupuncture isnt just skin deep.Ilana S.Canada
Excellent program - nice to be able to do at my own pace!Susan R.Canada
The Spirits of the Points - Course 1
Introduction
by Neil GumenickThe Spirits of the Points - Course 1
Course Overview
This one-hour presentation begins with the basics of Classical Five-Element Acupuncture practice, including diagnosis of the elemental Causative Factor and the various energetic blocks that must be identified and resolved for any treatment to be effective.The presentation discusses some of the most powerful spirit points on the whole of the body. Featuring beautiful images from nature and from the worlds of fantasy and mythology, Neil explains the uses of points from the upper Kidney chest region, outer Bladder line on the back, Conception Vessel (Ren), and Governor Vessel (Du). These very special points provide gifts to the minds and spirits of patients that cannot be accessed by any other meridians, and can be conjoined with points of any element.
Course Objectives
- To learn how treatments are strategized in the Classical Five-Element tradition.
- To learn how to select points to reach the needed mental and spirit levels in a patient by understanding the Spirits of the Points.
- To learn the spiritual connotations and uses of specific points on each of the 12 meridians, the Governor Vessel (Du), and Conception Vessel (Ren).
- To provide an overview of the concepts that will be covered in the series, 'Spirits of the Points,' consisting of 6 sessions.
Course Outline
0 hrs - 15 minKD24: Spirit Burial Ground, KD25: Spirit Storehouse
15 min - 30 minCV1: Meeting of Yin, CV6: Sea of Chi
30 min - 45 minDU12: Body Pillar, DU14: Great Hammer
45 min - 1 hrsUB38: Rich for the Vitals Correspondence, UB39: Spirit Hall
Teacher
More...
Absolutely would recommend this.Alison O.Australia
Enjoyable and full of great information regarding the spirits of the points.Linda A.United States
A great way to learn the deeper uses of these points, and become more familiar with 5 element acupunctureWilliam H.United States of America
Great online course, full of insights and great info.Javier P.Australia
Neil is a very good speaker and does an excellent job of articulating the information. It can be confusing, but he does a great job of getting to the point, but also explaining the varied nuances of each point. I have a much clearer understanding of how I could use these points.Susan W.United States
Neil is delightful in presentation, devoted and knowledgable in the presentation of this Five Element medicineGwen M.United States of America
Anyone wanting to dive deeper into the more spiritual aspects of the course with love this course.Gia A.Canada
I LOVE learning more about the Spirit of the Points. They are so valuable to my practice. The course was fantastic in deepening my understanding of them. My only wish is to take the whole 5 Element curriculum in person someday!Stacy K.United States
Great review on 5 Element theory; I have been practicing 25 years and picked up loads of priceless info.William D.Canada
A great course with great practical applications!Mandy B.Canada
Feels so right to learn that acupuncture isnt just skin deep.Ilana S.Canada
Excellent program - nice to be able to do at my own pace!Susan R.Canada