Kigo: Exploring the Spiritual Essence of Acupuncture Points Through the Changing Seasons

Lorie Dechar's book "Kigo: The Spirit of Acupuncture Points" combines traditional Taoist and Chinese texts with influences from psychology and psychotherapy to demonstrate how practitioners can work with the spirit of acupuncture points in modern practice. Kigo helps practitioners understand the seasonal energy of the points and how the body relates to the universal flow, bringing focus and potency to their needling and strengthening their ability to touch a patient's soul and spirit.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 21 September 2020
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This captivating book by Lorie Dechar delves into the intricate world of acupuncture, blending traditional Taoist and Chinese texts with the author's background in psychology and psychotherapy. Through her profound insights, Dechar demonstrates how practitioners can harness the essence of acupuncture points in modern practice.

The concept of "kigo," a Japanese word meaning "season word," plays a central role in understanding the seasonal energy of these points and how they connect with the universal flow. By embracing the spirit of the acupuncture points, practitioners gain a heightened focus and potency in their needlework, enabling them to not only address the physical body but also tap into the soul and spirit of their patients.

Kigo weaves a profound macrocosmic connection between the body and the universe, infusing acupuncture with a poetic resonance that amplifies and deepens its effects. It serves as a valuable companion for acupuncturists, chiropractors, psychotherapists, doctors, nurses, and other practitioners who incorporate acupuncture points into their clinical work. By integrating the wisdom of traditional texts with the author's psychological expertise, Kigo offers a holistic and comprehensive approach to healing, promoting balance and well-being on all levels.

Weight: 448g
Dimension: 153 x 229 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781787752566