Week #11: On pins and needles!

I tried acupuncture this week. I have wondered why people do this for some time. I called and set up an appointment for a consultation and an acupuncture session. My consultation went for about 45 minutes and the doctor asked me why I wanted a treatment. He thought that I seemed very young to be there without a major physical ailment. He wished more young people would seek preventive medicine. I talked about my every day stresses and he decided to give me a treatment. Prior to that, I was informed why we all need good Qi (the vital life force that is inherent in all things). I was also shown a large Chinese Medical book just about the human tongue. Apparently, solely by looking at your tongue, they can tell if you have major problems and where they are located in your body. I got a bad diagnosis when he looked at mine. Sadly, I have a very high chance of developing cancer some day -- Bummer! Oh well, better live life to the fullest and cherish every day (... or get a healthier tongue). Maybe I shouldn't have eaten spicy salsa the night before my tongue examination!


After I mentally recovered from this news, it was time for my acupuncture session. I informed the doc that my left Achilles heel has been bothering me. I went into the room and rolled up my pant and shirt sleeves. He asked if I ever meditated before, (I had not) and now was my time. I put the headphones on and had multiple needles stuck in my legs, arms, and head. The voice in the headphones told me to breathe as one and be like still water. I tried to relax as much as I could, but I couldn't get over the fact that there was a needle in MY FOREHEAD! About an hour later, the session was done and the needles were removed. The hardest part was trying to get him to take a picture of me afterwards. Uncomfortable! By the way, my Achilles actually feels better.