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The Apricot Grove

Dr. Edward Neal

Welcome to the Apricot Grove! Join us in retelling our human story through weekly conversations about Chinese medicine, nature, and creativity.

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Episode 18: Homecoming

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2025/10/13

In this heartfelt episode, the hosts are joined by Kanisha Tiedeman, discussing the profound connections between place, memory, and being. Together, they share their first childhood memories, explore the significance of place in traditional cultures, and reflect on how modern living affects our sense of belonging. They delve into practices to reconnect with our bodies and the earth amid the digital age. Join this enlightening conversation to explore how nature can guide us back to our roots.

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Episode 17: Let's Talk About Qi

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2025/06/17

What is Qi?? In the relatively short time that Chinese Medicine has been part of the mainstream conversation in the West, the term Qihas remained a slippery and often misunderstood concept—even among seasoned practitioners.In this episode, Dr. Neil and Mel explore what the Neijing says about Qi, how modern technology might be disrupting natural rhythms, and how ideas from modern physics could intersect with ancient wisdom.....As Dr. Neil likes to say: “It’s all about breath!” . Hope you enjoy the

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Episode 16: Klamath River Restoration

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2025/05/06

In this episode, we dive into the inspiring story of the Klamath River’s restoration and what it means—ecologically, culturally, and personally—when dams come down. Danielle Mericle joins us to talk about her work in river restoration, her collaborations with Indigenous communities in the Klamath Basin, and the powerful lessons nature has to offer. We explore the connections between blocked rivers and human health and what it means to heal—individually and collectively. It’s a conversation about

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Episode 15: Neijing Brain Balancing

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2025/03/09

Join us as we discuss brain laterality, balancing the left and right hemispheres, and how these dynamics influence our lives. We talk about the historical understanding of brain functions, share personal anecdotes, and explore practical ways to achieve neurological harmony. Discover the fascinating connections between the Neijing and modern science, and learn how balanced neural dynamics can lead to a harmonious and more profound existence.

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Episode 14: Breathing With AI

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2025/01/25

Join Dr. Neal and Mel as they discuss the rapidly evolving world of AI, its philosophical implications, and its comparison to human and animal consciousness. They delve into the significance of traditional knowledge, the essence of human consciousness, and the potential effects of AI and technology on the human experience. How can AI serve humanity, and what does it mean to be human in an increasingly virtual world? Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation.

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Episode 13: The Vestibular System

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2025/01/11

Primitive 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.https://neijingstudies.com

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Episode 12: The Arrow of Time

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2024/11/16

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

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Episode 11: Menopause and Aging

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2024/10/12

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Episode 10: Primitive Brain Reflexes

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2024/09/28

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.http://www.neijingstudies.com

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Episode 9: School's Closed: The Future of Acupuncture...

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2024/09/21

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. Learn more at http://www.neijingstudies.com Enroll in our

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Episode 8: Neijing Neurology

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2024/08/24

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. Hungry for more? Learn more at http://www.neijingstudies.com Enroll in our two year mentorship program

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Episode 6: Light and Breath

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2024/07/23

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! Learn more at http://www.neijingstudies.com Enroll in our two year mentorship program https://neijingstudies.com/foundations-training/.

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Episode 7: Virtual Brunch #1

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2024/07/19

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. Learn more at http://www.neijingstudies.com Enroll in our two year mentorship program https://neijingstudies.com/foundations-training/

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Episode 5: Decoding Nature With the Neijing

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2024/07/05

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. Learn more at http://www.neijingstudies.com Enroll in our two year mentorship program https://neijingstudies.com/foundations-training/.

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Episode 4: The Sacred Dance of the Seasons

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2024/06/28

“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 breath 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”. Learn more at http://www.neijingstudies.com Enroll in our two year mentorship program https://neijingstudies.com/foundations-training/

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Episode 3: The Natural Ecology of Acupuncture Points

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2024/06/21

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

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Episode 2: Rivers and Channels

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2024/06/14

Join us as we delve into the story behind acupuncture channels. Discover how the Neijing describes these channels, potentially as blood vessels, and the implications for modern practice. How does the restoration of blood flow impact health? How do we begin to see the body as nature? What does cancer treatment look like through the lens of ‘ecological restoration’? Tune in to explore the body’s ‘Blood Rivers and Channels’.

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Episode 1: The Original Meaning of Wu Xing

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2024/06/05

What are the origins and original meanings of the concept of the Five Phases (五行 Wuxing)? What is the role of storytelling in healing? Why is breathing the essential pattern of the universe? These idea's and more are explored in our inaugural episode ..... "The Original Meaning of Wu Xing".

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