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🔗 Life, Learning, and Launching: Insights from Acupuncture Entrepreneurs

In our latest podcast episode, "Boncho Friends," I had the pleasure of diving deep into the journey of Bora and Isaac, the dedicated co-founders of Boncho Friends. 🚀 Whether you're a budding acupuncture student or an aspiring entrepreneur, their story is filled with invaluable lessons and inspiration. Here are some key takeaways:

🔹 Foundational Knowledge is Crucial: Both Isaac and Bora emphasize the importance of mastering the foundational concepts of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It’s not just about memorizing facts but truly understanding the underlying principles to prevent misdiagnosis and offer effective treatments.

🔹 Ethics and Passion Over Profit: Whether it’s Dr. Richard Lai’s decision to resign from an unethical clinic or Bora and Isaac’s commitment to a business driven by values, this episode highlights the importance of maintaining integrity and following your passion. Financial success follows if you're true to your ethics and dedicated to your craft.

🔹 Balancing Act of Entrepreneurship: Starting Boncho Friends wasn't easy for Bora and Isaac. They had to juggle full-time jobs while working late nights on their project. Their realistic approach and perseverance paid off, demonstrating that balancing financial stability with entrepreneurial dreams is indeed challenging but possible.

✨ Bonus: Our guests shared practical study tips for acupuncturists, including the use of memory palaces, spaced repetition, and understanding the 'why' behind concepts rather than rote memorization.

📲 Don't miss out on the full conversation! Listen now and be inspired by their journey. Plus, get a 10% discount on Boncho Friends products with the code "studyacuwithme." www.bonchofriends.com Follow them on Instagram and TikTok @BonchoFriends.

Clara Cohen has completed a 5 year program at the Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine level and has been practicing since 2003 in Vancouver, Canada. Based on passion for teaching, she founded and became the sole creator of all content on her online platform AcuPro Academy, where her goal is to make TCM easy to grasp and fun to learn for all acupuncture students and practitioners. She is an author of 3 illustrated books on Chinese Medicine and acupuncture, and offers in person and on demand continuing education online courses. She can be found daily on all social media at @AcuProAcademy and students can use her TCM resource page to support their studies at www.AcuProAcademy.com 🎯 *Key Topics Covered:* - Overcoming the initial struggles of starting an acupuncture practice - The importance of business knowledge and continuous learning - Relationship-building and the power of referrals in a competitive industry - Time management strategies and app recommendations for content creation - Insights into personal health management and balancing a busy schedule - Tips for acupuncture students on specializing and building a strong practice - The role of intention, consistency, and adaptability in a successful career **Tune in and get inspired by Clara Cohen's experiences and advice to enhance your acupuncture journey! Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful content.** 💬 *Join the conversation:* Have questions or want to share your thoughts? Drop a comment below! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon to stay updated with our latest episodes. 📝 *Resources Mentioned:* AD: - Metricool: Manage your Social Media: https://i.mtr.cool/QFVVPA - Acupro Academy: https://acupro-academy.mykajabi.com/store - Descript: https://www.descript.com - Free Weekly Study Planner: [Download Now](http://www.studyacuwithme.com) *Connect with Us:* - Website: [www.studyacuwithme.com] - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/studyacupuncturewithme - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studyacupuncturewithme/ *Connect with Clara:* - Website: [https://acuproacademy.com/] - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/acuproacademy - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acuproacademy *Timestamps:* 0:00 - Introduction to Dr. Clara Cohen 1:45 - Initial struggles with attracting patients 4:00 - Learning business through free Chamber of Commerce classes 6:30 - Creating her first website & traditional marketing efforts 9:15 - Building relationships with health practitioners for referrals 12:00 - The philosophy of giving first and business growth 14:45 - Managing burnout and balancing life and practice 18:20 - Prioritizing sleep and avoiding devices for better health 20:35 - Importance of hydration and regular exercise 23:10 - Transitioning through menopause with acupuncture and diet 25:45 - Specializing in fertility and mental health acupuncture 29:00 - Networking and referring patients to specialists 31:15 - Overcoming the fear of online presence and industry doubts 35:00 - Advice for acupuncture students: Intention and consistency 38:00 - Time management and apps for content creation 41:00 - Balancing a fitness background with acupuncture practice 43:45 - Insights on postnatal Qi and health management 46:30 - Managing two fitness clubs and her own practice 49:15 - Accepting insurance and explaining coverage options 52:00 - Importance of taking leaps and facing fears 55:00 - Community, adaptability, and engagement with the audience 58:15 - Outro and invitation to connect on various platforms #Acupuncture #TCM #TraditionalChineseMedicine #AcupunctureStudents #DrClaraCohen #BusinessTips #BurnoutManagement #HolisticHealth #FertilityAcupuncture #MentalHealthAcupuncture #HealthPractices #StudyAcupuncture #acuproacademy #claracohen #metricool *Disclaimer:* This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before applying any medical treatment.

In this episode of Study Acupuncture with Me, I share insights on 3 point prescriptions I've been using with all my points to improve determination, focus and goal-setting.

These prescriptions use UB-23 and UB-52 as the foundation because of their connection with the Kidneys, which in traditional chinese medicine are known as the ROOT OF LIFE and ESSENCE.

In this episode, we explore the benefits and applications of each acupuncture point prescription, and understand their physiological and spiritual influences. Hopefully after this episode you'll get some useful practical knowledge about these prescriptions and hopefully they'll enhance your practice of Acupuncture !

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- UB 47: Also known as the "Hunmen" or "Door of the Ethereal Soul," this point has a pivotal role in grounding the ethereal soul which influences our ability to plan, set goals, and dream, providing a vital connection between the mind and the ethereal soul.

- UB 49: Referred to as "Abode of Thought," this point is linked to strengthening the intellect and clearing the mind, which is crucial for improving focus, concentration, and the capacity to think, while also addressing pensiveness and obsessive thoughts.

- UB 52: The "Zhi" or "Residence of the Willpower," this point has the profound ability to strengthen our willpower, drive, determination, and initiative, making it an essential tool for individuals lacking motivation or facing obstacles.

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There are 5 shen points that can influence the Five Shen!

- Urinary Bladder 42 Po Hu

- Urinary Bladder 44 Shen Tang

- Urinary Bladder 47 Hun Men

- Urinary Bladder 49 Yi She

- Urinary Bladder 52 Zhi Shi

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In this episode I go over the 5 Spiritual Aspects aka 5 Shen of Traditional Chinese Medicine and I breakdown how they're connected to the Yin internal organs and to our emotions. Sign up for my email list at www.studyacuwithme.com - Introduction to the Five Shen - Functions and Corresponding Organs - Heart: Houses the Mind/ Shen - Liver: Houses the Ethereal Soul/ Hun - Lungs: Houses the Corporeal Soul/ Po - Kidneys: Houses Willpower/ Zi Qi - Spleen: Houses Intellect/ Yi - Relationship between Organs, Emotions, and Mind - Internal causes of disease and emotions - Impact of emotions on organ disharmony - Impact of disharmony on emotions Watch Next: 1.5 hours of me going over Practice Questions: https://youtu.be/vNCOdtDUqGw A review of the Xi Cleft Points BIG PICTURE in TCM: https://youtu.be/3qHZtUuFQdg Why can Liver 5 do that? https://youtu.be/pGW2wPwPlRU

In this video we review:

1. Introduction to the theme of the heart and its functions
2. Importance of understanding the functions of the heart in relation to acupuncture treatments
3. Quote on embracing the pace of one's own journey

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More Heart Functions: https://youtu.be/H3aGiKN8XHk

This episode has two parts: 1. I share my personal struggles with comparing myself to others, financial concerns, and feelings of inadequacy and how gratitude and contentment helps overcome that 2. Acupuncture Educational Content: Heart Blood Deficiency - Causes, including poor diet, stress, and excessive blood loss - Impact on the heart's function in producing blood - Manifestations, including palpitations, poor memory, insomnia, and tongue and pulse diagnoses for blood deficiency Links:

Study Guide Email List: www.studyacuwithme.com Heart Functions Video: https://youtu.be/H3aGiKN8XHk Clara Cohen  @Acuproacademy  https://acuproacademy.com/

In this episode I continue with a review of channel diseases vs organ diseases by teaching you the Lung Channel Pathway, and reviewing the manifestations of an issue with the Lung organ vs an issue with the Lung Channel. sign up for my email list at ⁠www.studyacuwithme.com⁠ SPONSOR: Use Code: SAWM for 50% off at checkout (Sale Ends 12/15/2023) ⁠www.poutee.com⁠

Links: Antique points mnemonics!

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