We create sets of cards that illustrate the therapeutic qualities of the meridian points used in healing.
What do you mean by the ‘Nature’ of an acupuncture point?
Every point has an unique nature and name which emphasizes: the spirit, the energy, and/or its function.
How is this embodied in the NOTP-project?
The imagery illuminates the essence of each acupoint through exquisite original artwork and poetic photography that conveys many layers of symbolism.
What is the difference between the (innersight and insight) decks?
Both decks share the same images.
The deck with the insight cards has symbols to help recall point-functions, categories and locations (supported by included mindmaps).
The Inner-sight cards carry a message/invitation to open us up to the deeper meaning of a point; like a door to a door (to use a Daoist metaphor).
Do the decks come with a guidebook?
Yes. An accompanying booklet that explains how to use the cards.
How can it be used?
The nature of the Point decks are learning and exploring tools. They cannot and must not be used as an ‘ABC’ in itself for the treatment of patients. That can only be done safely within the context of a ‘full diagnosis’ by a qualified practitioner and/or a professional manual.
May i share the N.O.T.P ?
You are free to share, blog, quote or repost the images on this website online for personal use, as long as it’s “within the bounds of common sense” and with the mention of www.thenatureofthepoints.com.
Nothing on this website may be copied, reproduced, printed, distributed, republished, displayed, used for commercial purposes or used in any way without the express prior written permission of The Nature of the Points i.e that means screensavers, Zoom backgrounds and personal curriculum/art projects are A-OK, (but using the pics to make moolah is a no-no.)
All images courtesy of Nature of the Points..
How will it be packaged?
Decks or tapestries will be send in a (sturdy) cardboard box.
As for the posters (or a combination of products), they’ll travel in cardboard tubes.
A single deck will fit the mailbox.
Which languages are available?
The messages, channel relationships, 5-phase relationships and functions are in English.
Point names in Chinese (characters and Pinyin), English, German, Dutch, Hebrew, Latin, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Swedish and Farsi.
Alternate names for the points are primarily given in English. We love how this creates context and associations.
What is the expected shipping time?
We aim to complete your order within a week and have it sent of
Shipping costs?
We use a combination of shipping firms to keep the cost of your parcel’s travel as low a possible. We won’t overcharge for shipping, promise :)
How can i keep them safe?
The deck comes in an eco-concious box.
I love print, but I also want to be good to the environment. How ‘nature’ is T.N.O.T.P?
The Nature of the Points will be keeping an eye on their ‘footprint’
Cardboard & packing-material are recyclable where possible, wood FSC certified, our workspace green powered and we donate to WNF on a monthly basis :)
TNOTP works with weloverecycled who only prints on recycled and FSC certified papers, and are ony a bikeride away, yay!
We realize that there’s always room for improvement, if you have any tips on how we can be greener, please let us know :)
About the Anatomical Models:
What is the source for the point locations on the Anatomical Models?
For the locations and needle directions we used Peter Deadman ( & Mazin AL-Khafaij’s) manual. Their work is deeply rooted in the classical traditions of Acupuncture. We’ve made an effort to be as anatomically precise as possible, and reduce errors. However, errors are unavoidable (its only wood). We would be grateful to have options for improvement pointed out.
Why do the Anatomical Models come with 120 neutral ACU-sticks?
So you can play around. Think of ways to include the point functions and categories in your ‘playful learning’ process. Plus, they are delicate.
Playful learning, how does that work?
What works and sticks is very personal. We suggest that you become a a bit of a dabbler – try your hand at anything from drawing to stamping and wielding a stitchy needle. Play, repeat, repeat until you nail it. (pop over to our news page to see what we’ve pinned up our own acu-hand)
Tips for a visual learning session:
You need snacks & tea- lots of them! We are talking; Chai, nuts, popcorn, home-baked treats. You name it. Remember that hungry students are cranky students.
At the risk of stating the obvious, you need a flat surface.
Additionally, your curriculum, bits & bobs to play with.
No phone, computer, television or other distractions. Multitasking is not an option for the mind’s eye.
What are the Nature of the Point cards based on?
They are based on the ‘Spiritual anatomy of the meridiansystem’ teachings and books of Josef Viktor Müller, Professor Worsley, Dr. Jeffrey Yuen, Rochat de la Vallée, Nora Franglen, Peter Mandel and Peter Deadman.
An excellent addition to these lectures came from the curriculum (notes, lessons and academic content ) taught at the Qing-Bai Classical TCM Academy and the 5 elementen en de psychosomatiek program (masterclass) at Centrum Sebrechts.
On top of all that wisdom, inspiration and knowledge was found in my family archieves (tons of handwriten data). The generation before me studied amongst true masters (in China, Tibet, Mid-Asia, and the Lowlands), stepping back in their footprints is what makes this project so extra special to me.
Booklist:
Characters of Wisdom: Taoist Tales of the Acupuncture Points
Die Namen der Akupunkturpunkte, Bindestriche der Psychosomatik
Energetic Physiology in the Acupuncture Pointnames
Spirit of the Points eBook (Membership Benefit) @ Worsley Institute
You've got to love the Five Element works, teachings and Fire of Nora Franglen
A Manual of Acupuncture by Peter Deadman & Mazin Al-Khafiji with Kevin Baker
The Yellow Emperor’s Inner Transmission of Acupuncture
Energetic Physiology in the Acupuncture Pointnames by Dennis Wilmont
Nourishing Destiny: The Inner Tradition of Chinese Medicine by Lonny S. Jarrett | Goodreads
Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion (a practical English-Chinese Library of Traditional Chinese Medicine)
Five Spirits, Lorie Eve Dechar inspires my life and art
Classical Five-Element Acupuncture by J.R and J.B Worsley (such professional professors)
Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion foreign language press Beijing
Five Element Constitutional Acupuncture by Angela Hicks, John Hicks and Peter Mole
Stone Medicine by Leslie J. Franks (a real gem)
Le corps taoïste
Tao, de levende religie van China
The Taoist Body by Kristofer Schipper
Tutto è Uno
Holographic Universe by Michael Talbot
The Golden Needle and Other Odes of Traditional Acupuncture by Jizhou Yang
Chasing the Dragon's Tail by Yoshio Manaka
Psycho-Emotional Pain and the Eight Extraordinary Vessels by Yvonne R. Farrell
And of course we used the classics:
NANJING (Huangdi Bashiyi Nanjing)
LINGSHU- Tr. C. Chace & D. Bensky and/or Tr. P. Unschuld
SUWEN - Tr. P. Unschuld
ZHUANGZI - B. Watson
GUANZI (NEI YE) -Tr. A. Ryckett
LÜSHI CHUNQIU - Transl. J. Knobloch & J. Riegel
LUNYU -Transl. Ames & Rosemont
CHUNQIU ZUOZHUAN -- Duke Huan
HUAINANZI - Tr. H. Roth and/or Tr. Queen & Major
COPYRIGHT
- © 2019-2020 The Nature of the Points | All rights reserved
- Nothing on this website may be copied, reproduced, printed, distributed, republished, displayed, used for commercial purposes or used in any way without the express prior written permission of The Nature of the Points.
- You are free to share, blog, quote or repost the images on this website online for personal use, with the mention of www.thenatureofthepoints.com.
- Photograph images courtesy of Nature of the Points.