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Episode 12: The Arrow of Time

Neijing Studies2024-12-04T13:05:07-08:00December 4th, 2024|Podcast|

In today’s conversation, Dr. Neal and Mel delve into the concept of ‘time sickness,’ discussing how the irregularities in natural and technological rhythms have impacted human health.

They explore how seasonal cycles, technological disruptions, and the rise of screen dependency contribute to new and unrecognizable illnesses. Their conversation touches on the philosophical and practical aspects of time, highlighting the necessity of time as an ingredient in healing and learning. Enjoy The Arrow of Time!

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Episode 11: Menopause and Aging

Neijing Studies2024-12-04T13:05:28-08:00December 4th, 2024|Podcast|

Join Dr. Edward Neal and Mel Hopper Koppelman the topic of menopause and aging in the context of the Neijing suwen and Chinese medicine.

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Episode 10: Primitive Brain Reflexes

Neijing Studies2024-12-04T13:04:01-08:00December 4th, 2024|Podcast|

Primitive brain reflexes play a vital, yet often overlooked role in our health, from childhood development to adulthood.

Understanding these early-life reflexes is key to improving overall health. Could this knowledge bridge the gap between Chinese medicine and modern neurology? Join our hosts as they delve into how addressing primitive reflexes could revolutionize healthcare and enhance physical and mental well-being.

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Episode 9: School’s Closed – The Future of Acupuncture Education

Neijing Studies2024-09-25T11:54:11-07:00September 25th, 2024|Podcast|

In recent years, acupuncture schools have been closing at an alarming rate.

With rising tuition fees and increasing student debt, the future of many acupuncture students seems uncertain. Are we witnessing the end of the traditional model and the emergence of something new? Join Dr. Edward Neal and Mel Hopper Koppelman as they explore the challenges facing acupuncture education in America and discuss potential new directions for the field.

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Episode 8: Neijing Neurology

Neijing Studies2024-08-26T12:16:05-07:00August 26th, 2024|Podcast|

This week, Dr. Neal and Mel explore Mel’s fascination with neurology.

Their conversation explores what Neijing Nature-Based Medicine has to say about modern brain science and discusses what steps we may be able to take to bridge the gap between our tech-obsessed societies and our slowly evolving primitive brains. Sit back and enjoy the meandering discussion about Neijing Neurology.

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Episode 7: Virtual Brunch #1

Neijing Studies2024-08-26T12:16:48-07:00August 26th, 2024|Podcast|

This week we sit down for a ‘light and loose’ conversation about neurology, the state of the world, and how our bodies move like plants.

Wow! Are these the types of things you’d like to talk about at a Sunday brunch? If so, subscribe to the Apricot Grove and dive in the deep nourishing waters of Neijing Nature-Based Medicine.

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Episode 6: Light and Breath

Neijing Studies2024-08-26T16:47:28-07:00August 26th, 2024|Podcast|

In today’s conversation, we have a very special guest Pere Garcia from Barcelona, who has had extensive experience in the practice of Sufism and Neijing Medicine. He will join us for a great conversation on “Light and Breath”. Enjoy!

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Episode 5: Decoding Nature with the Neijing

Neijing Studies2024-07-07T16:11:14-07:00July 7th, 2024|Podcast|

Join us this week as we decode nature with the Neijing.

Discover what the cyclical patterns of nature have to do with global economic systems, human health, and starting a new career. At this pivotal moment in human history, let’s draw wisdom from ancient understanding of transformation and nature to navigate towards a harmonious future.

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Episode 4: The Sacred Dance of the Seasons

Neijing Studies2024-07-07T16:11:37-07:00July 1st, 2024|Podcast|

“We aren’t like nature, we are nature”.

In this week’s episode we discuss how the Neijing describes seasonal patterns and changes in relation to our bodies’ natural patterns. What does it mean to breathe with the seasons? When we learn to live with the seasons we learn to go with the flow of life. Join us as we learn “The Sacred Dance of the Seasons”.

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Episode 3: The Natural Ecology of the Acupuncture Points

Neijing Studies2024-07-07T16:11:45-07:00July 1st, 2024|Podcast|

Join us this week as we delve once again into the rich waters of Neijing Nature-Based Medicine.

Your hosts, Dr. Edward Neal and Mel Hopper Koppelman, explore the importance that stories play in our understanding of the world and how telling better stories may improve the outcomes of our patients. Acupuncture points are more than poetic descriptions, and in this episode, we begin to unearth how the Neijing describes a complete physiological understanding of the human body, with the points being anatomical descriptions and not just numbers on a line.

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In today’s conversation, Dr. Neal and Mel delve into the concept of ‘time sickness,’ discussing how the irregularities in natural and technological rhythms have impacted human health.

Primitive brain reflexes play a vital, yet often overlooked role in our health, from childhood development to adulthood.

In recent years, acupuncture schools have been closing at an alarming rate.

This week, Dr. Neal and Mel explore Mel’s fascination with neurology.

This week we sit down for a ‘light and loose’ conversation about neurology, the state of the world, and how our bodies move like plants.

Join us this week as we decode nature with the Neijing.

“We aren’t like nature, we are nature”.

Join us this week as we delve once again into the rich waters of Neijing Nature-Based Medicine.

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