December 15, 2024
Because what's better than a nice relaxing nap? I think cats have the right idea.
Because there's nothing to fear and acupuncture is not painful. The needles used are only slightly larger than the width of a human hair and with proper technique are barely felt at insertion. It is true, however, that some areas of the body can be more sensitive than others. I tend to feel the needles more in my feet but I would never call those sensations pain.
Because you get to listen to some chill music.
Because you get to be cared for by someone else. We all need that.
Because it's taking a step toward self-care. We all need to try and do this more often.
Because sometimes the path to healing lies outside of the traditional labyrinth of western medicine, close-minded physicians, unnecessary prescription medications along with their side effects, and the insufferably broken U.S. health denial system.
Because there's a reason that traditional eastern medicine techniques have been around for thousands of years.