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The Spirits of the Points
by Neil Gumenick
Journey with Neil Gumenick as he explores the Spirits of the Points in this 6-part series. Consisting of 2 hour courses each, Professor Gumenick will teach the Spirits of the Points of each of the five elements.
The Spirits of the Points
Series Overview
In this online series made up of six two-hour recorded webinars, Professor Gumenick will teach the Spirits of Points of one element and its Officials (organs/functions). In the case of the Fire Element, two sessions are devoted to its study. Participants will learn the meaning of the point name, the special gifts each is capable of bringing to a patient, and in what kinds of situations one might choose the point.The presentation features Neil on camera accompanied by a new power point slideshow utilizing beautiful images from nature and from the worlds of mythology and fantasy. Notes on each point discussed are available for downloading.
Approved by: NCCAOM, IVAS, Standard Certificate
Language: English
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
Course Length: 1 h
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
Access Period: Lifetime
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
Link to The Spirits of the Points - Course 1 Page
Approved by: Standard Certificate, NCCAOM, IVAS
Language: English
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
Course Length: 2 h
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
Access Period: Lifetime
Course Overview
In this two-hour recorded webinar, Professor Gumenick will teach the Spirits of the Points of two of the Fire Officials (Organs): The Heart, or Supreme Controller, and Small Intestine, or Separator of Pure From Impure. The presentation features Neil on camera, accompanied by a new power point slideshow utilizing beautiful images from nature and from the worlds of mythology and fantasy. Notes on each point discussed will be available for downloading.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 mental and spiritual connotations, meanings, and uses of acupuncture points on the Heart and Small Intestine meridians.
Course Outline
0 hrs - 30 minUnderstanding the Fire Element and its diagnostic correspondences
30 min - 1 hrsThe Heart – its job within the body/mind/spirit. Spirits of selected Points on the Heart Meridian
1 hrs - 1.5 hrsThe Small Intestine – its job within the body/mind/spirit
1.5 hrs - 2 hrsSpirits of selected Points on the Small Intestine Meridian
Link to The Spirits of the Points - Course 2 Page
Approved by: Standard Certificate, IVAS, NCCAOM
Language: English
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
Course Length: 2 h
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
Access Period: Lifetime
Course Overview
In this two-hour recorded webinar, Professor Gumenick teaches the Spirits of the Points of the two remaining Fire Officials (Organs): The Heart Protector (AKA Circulation/Sex, Pericardium) and Three Heater (AKA San Jiao) Meridians. The presentation features Neil on camera, accompanied by a new power point slideshow utilizing beautiful images from nature and from the worlds of mythology and fantasy. Notes on each point discussed will be available for downloading.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 mental and spiritual connotations, meanings, and uses of acupuncture points on the Pericardium (aka Heart Protector) and San Jiao (aka Three heater) meridians.
Course Outline
0 hrs - 30 minReview of the Fire Element and its diagnostic correspondences
30 min - 1 hrsThe Heart Protector (Pericardium) – its job within the body/mind/spirit. Spirits of selected points on the Heart Protector Meridian
1 hrs - 1.5 hrsThe Three Heater – its job within the body/mind/spirit
1.5 hrs - 2 hrsSpirits of selected Points on the Three Heater Meridian
Link to The Spirits of the Points - Course 3 Page
Approved by: IVAS, NCCAOM, Standard Certificate
Language: English
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
Course Length: 2 h
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
Access Period: Lifetime
Course Overview
In this two-hour recorded webinar, Professor Gumenick will teach the Spirits of the Points of the Earth Officials (Organs): The Stomach, or Official of Rotting and Ripening and Spleen, or Official of Transportation and Distribution. The presentation features Neil on camera, accompanied by a new power point slideshow utilizing beautiful images from nature and from the worlds of mythology and fantasy. Notes on each point discussed will be available for downloading.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 mental and spiritual connotations, meanings, and uses of acupuncture points on the Stomach and Spleen meridians.
Course Outline
0 hrs - 30 minThe Earth Element – basic correspondences
30 min - 1 hrsThe Stomach - its job within the body/mind/spirit. Spirits of selected Points on the Stomach Meridian
1 hrs - 1.5 hrsThe Spleen - its job within the body/mind/spirit
1.5 hrs - 2 hrsSpirits of selected Points on the Spleen Meridian
Link to The Spirits of the Points - Course 4 Page
Approved by: NCCAOM, Standard Certificate, IVAS
Language: English
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
Course Length: 2 h
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
Access Period: Lifetime
Course Overview
In this two-hour recorded webinar, Professor Gumenick will teach the Spirits of the Points of the Metal Officials (Organs): The Lung, or Receiver of the Pure Chi From the Heavens and Large Intestine, or Drainer of the Dregs. The presentation features Neil on camera, accompanied by a new power point slideshow utilizing beautiful images from nature and from the worlds of mythology and fantasy. Notes on each point discussed will be available for downloading.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 mental and spiritual connotations, meanings and uses of acupuncture points on the Lung and Large Intestine meridians.
Course Outline
0 hrs - 30 minThe Metal Element – basic correspondences
30 min - 1 hrsThe Lung - its job within the body/mind/spirit. Spirits of selected Points on the Lung Meridian
1 hrs - 1.5 hrsThe Large Intestine – its job within the body/mind/spirit
1.5 hrs - 2 hrsSpirits of selected Points on the Large Intestine Meridian
Link to The Spirits of the Points - Course 5 Page
Approved by: NCCAOM, IVAS, Standard Certificate
Language: English
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
Course Length: 2 h
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
Access Period: Lifetime
Course Overview
In this two-hour recorded webinar, Professor Gumenick will teach the Spirits of the Points of the Water Officials (Organs): Urinary Bladder, or Controller of Storage of Water and Kidney, or Controller of the Waterways. The presentation features Neil on camera, accompanied by a new power point slideshow utilizing beautiful images from nature and from the worlds of mythology and fantasy. Notes on each point discussed will be available for downloading.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 mental and spiritual connotations, meanings and uses of acupuncture points on the Urinary Bladder and Kidney meridians.
Course Outline
0 hrs - 30 minThe Water Element – basic correspondences
30 min - 1 hrsThe Urinary Bladder – its job within the body/mind/spirit. Spirits of selected Points on the Urinary Bladder Meridian
1 hrs - 1.5 hrsThe Kidney Meridian – its job within the body/mind/spirit
1.5 hrs - 2 hrsSpirits of selected points on the Kidney Meridian
Link to The Spirits of the Points - Course 6 Page
Approved by: NCCAOM, IVAS, Standard Certificate
Language: English
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
Course Length: 2 h
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
Access Period: Lifetime
Course Overview
In this two-hour recorded webinar, Professor Gumenick will teach the Spirits of the Points of the Wood Officials (Organs): The Gall Bladder, or Official of Decision Making and Judgment and Liver, or Official of Planning. The presentation features Neil on camera, accompanied by a new power point slideshow utilizing beautiful images from nature and from the worlds of mythology and fantasy. Notes on each point discussed will be available for downloading.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 mental and spiritual connotations, meanings and uses of acupuncture points on the Gall Bladder and Liver meridians.
Course Outline
0 hrs - 30 minThe Wood Element – basic correspondences
30 min - 1 hrsThe Gall Bladder – its job within the body/mind/spirit. Spirits of selected Points on the Gall Bladder Meridian
1 hrs - 1.5 hrsThe Liver – its job within the body/mind/spirit
1.5 hrs - 2 hrsSpirits of selected Points on the Kidney Meridian
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
Excellent presentations with both descriptive communication and appropriate, inspirational graphicsSusan R.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
As with every seminar done by Neil, the language was perfect. The presentation meaningful and deep.Stacy K.United States
Enjoyable and full of great information regarding the spirits of the points.Linda A.United States
Great review of 5 Element theory; I have been practicing 25 years and picked up loads of priceless info.William D.Canada
Tremendous information, delivered with clarity and passion.Leonard K.United States
The Spirits of the Points
by Neil GumenickThe Spirits of the Points
Series Overview
In this online series made up of six two-hour recorded webinars, Professor Gumenick will teach the Spirits of Points of one element and its Officials (organs/functions). In the case of the Fire Element, two sessions are devoted to its study. Participants will learn the meaning of the point name, the special gifts each is capable of bringing to a patient, and in what kinds of situations one might choose the point.The presentation features Neil on camera accompanied by a new power point slideshow utilizing beautiful images from nature and from the worlds of mythology and fantasy. Notes on each point discussed are available for downloading.
Approved by: NCCAOM, IVAS, Standard Certificate
Language: English
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
Course Length: 1 h
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
Access Period: Lifetime
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
Link to The Spirits of the Points - Course 1 Page
Approved by: Standard Certificate, NCCAOM, IVAS
Language: English
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
Course Length: 2 h
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
Access Period: Lifetime
Course Overview
In this two-hour recorded webinar, Professor Gumenick will teach the Spirits of the Points of two of the Fire Officials (Organs): The Heart, or Supreme Controller, and Small Intestine, or Separator of Pure From Impure. The presentation features Neil on camera, accompanied by a new power point slideshow utilizing beautiful images from nature and from the worlds of mythology and fantasy. Notes on each point discussed will be available for downloading.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 mental and spiritual connotations, meanings, and uses of acupuncture points on the Heart and Small Intestine meridians.
Course Outline
0 hrs - 30 minUnderstanding the Fire Element and its diagnostic correspondences
30 min - 1 hrsThe Heart – its job within the body/mind/spirit. Spirits of selected Points on the Heart Meridian
1 hrs - 1.5 hrsThe Small Intestine – its job within the body/mind/spirit
1.5 hrs - 2 hrsSpirits of selected Points on the Small Intestine Meridian
Link to The Spirits of the Points - Course 2 Page
Approved by: Standard Certificate, IVAS, NCCAOM
Language: English
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
Course Length: 2 h
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
Access Period: Lifetime
Course Overview
In this two-hour recorded webinar, Professor Gumenick teaches the Spirits of the Points of the two remaining Fire Officials (Organs): The Heart Protector (AKA Circulation/Sex, Pericardium) and Three Heater (AKA San Jiao) Meridians. The presentation features Neil on camera, accompanied by a new power point slideshow utilizing beautiful images from nature and from the worlds of mythology and fantasy. Notes on each point discussed will be available for downloading.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 mental and spiritual connotations, meanings, and uses of acupuncture points on the Pericardium (aka Heart Protector) and San Jiao (aka Three heater) meridians.
Course Outline
0 hrs - 30 minReview of the Fire Element and its diagnostic correspondences
30 min - 1 hrsThe Heart Protector (Pericardium) – its job within the body/mind/spirit. Spirits of selected points on the Heart Protector Meridian
1 hrs - 1.5 hrsThe Three Heater – its job within the body/mind/spirit
1.5 hrs - 2 hrsSpirits of selected Points on the Three Heater Meridian
Link to The Spirits of the Points - Course 3 Page
Approved by: IVAS, NCCAOM, Standard Certificate
Language: English
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
Course Length: 2 h
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
Access Period: Lifetime
Course Overview
In this two-hour recorded webinar, Professor Gumenick will teach the Spirits of the Points of the Earth Officials (Organs): The Stomach, or Official of Rotting and Ripening and Spleen, or Official of Transportation and Distribution. The presentation features Neil on camera, accompanied by a new power point slideshow utilizing beautiful images from nature and from the worlds of mythology and fantasy. Notes on each point discussed will be available for downloading.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 mental and spiritual connotations, meanings, and uses of acupuncture points on the Stomach and Spleen meridians.
Course Outline
0 hrs - 30 minThe Earth Element – basic correspondences
30 min - 1 hrsThe Stomach - its job within the body/mind/spirit. Spirits of selected Points on the Stomach Meridian
1 hrs - 1.5 hrsThe Spleen - its job within the body/mind/spirit
1.5 hrs - 2 hrsSpirits of selected Points on the Spleen Meridian
Link to The Spirits of the Points - Course 4 Page
Approved by: NCCAOM, Standard Certificate, IVAS
Language: English
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
Course Length: 2 h
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
Access Period: Lifetime
Course Overview
In this two-hour recorded webinar, Professor Gumenick will teach the Spirits of the Points of the Metal Officials (Organs): The Lung, or Receiver of the Pure Chi From the Heavens and Large Intestine, or Drainer of the Dregs. The presentation features Neil on camera, accompanied by a new power point slideshow utilizing beautiful images from nature and from the worlds of mythology and fantasy. Notes on each point discussed will be available for downloading.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 mental and spiritual connotations, meanings and uses of acupuncture points on the Lung and Large Intestine meridians.
Course Outline
0 hrs - 30 minThe Metal Element – basic correspondences
30 min - 1 hrsThe Lung - its job within the body/mind/spirit. Spirits of selected Points on the Lung Meridian
1 hrs - 1.5 hrsThe Large Intestine – its job within the body/mind/spirit
1.5 hrs - 2 hrsSpirits of selected Points on the Large Intestine Meridian
Link to The Spirits of the Points - Course 5 Page
Approved by: NCCAOM, IVAS, Standard Certificate
Language: English
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
Course Length: 2 h
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
Access Period: Lifetime
Course Overview
In this two-hour recorded webinar, Professor Gumenick will teach the Spirits of the Points of the Water Officials (Organs): Urinary Bladder, or Controller of Storage of Water and Kidney, or Controller of the Waterways. The presentation features Neil on camera, accompanied by a new power point slideshow utilizing beautiful images from nature and from the worlds of mythology and fantasy. Notes on each point discussed will be available for downloading.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 mental and spiritual connotations, meanings and uses of acupuncture points on the Urinary Bladder and Kidney meridians.
Course Outline
0 hrs - 30 minThe Water Element – basic correspondences
30 min - 1 hrsThe Urinary Bladder – its job within the body/mind/spirit. Spirits of selected Points on the Urinary Bladder Meridian
1 hrs - 1.5 hrsThe Kidney Meridian – its job within the body/mind/spirit
1.5 hrs - 2 hrsSpirits of selected points on the Kidney Meridian
Link to The Spirits of the Points - Course 6 Page
Approved by: NCCAOM, IVAS, Standard Certificate
Language: English
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
Course Length: 2 h
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
Access Period: Lifetime
Course Overview
In this two-hour recorded webinar, Professor Gumenick will teach the Spirits of the Points of the Wood Officials (Organs): The Gall Bladder, or Official of Decision Making and Judgment and Liver, or Official of Planning. The presentation features Neil on camera, accompanied by a new power point slideshow utilizing beautiful images from nature and from the worlds of mythology and fantasy. Notes on each point discussed will be available for downloading.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 mental and spiritual connotations, meanings and uses of acupuncture points on the Gall Bladder and Liver meridians.
Course Outline
0 hrs - 30 minThe Wood Element – basic correspondences
30 min - 1 hrsThe Gall Bladder – its job within the body/mind/spirit. Spirits of selected Points on the Gall Bladder Meridian
1 hrs - 1.5 hrsThe Liver – its job within the body/mind/spirit
1.5 hrs - 2 hrsSpirits of selected Points on the Kidney Meridian
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
Excellent presentations with both descriptive communication and appropriate, inspirational graphicsSusan R.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
As with every seminar done by Neil, the language was perfect. The presentation meaningful and deep.Stacy K.United States
Enjoyable and full of great information regarding the spirits of the points.Linda A.United States
Great review of 5 Element theory; I have been practicing 25 years and picked up loads of priceless info.William D.Canada
Tremendous information, delivered with clarity and passion.Leonard K.United States
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