➕ We have a very special bonus episode for you this season! None other than Hil Skellon, the daughter of JR Worsley and Ben's lovely Auntie, is joining Ben & Gabriella for an exclusive interview.Hil studied under her father JR Worsley at the College of Traditional Acupuncture in Leamington Spa in the UK and has been in private practice since 1982. She’s been teaching Classical Five Element Acupuncture since 1983. From 1990 - 1994 she then became Vice-Principal of the College of Traditiona...

❓This week the question master is you! Thanks to everyone who submitted their questions for us to answer in this special episode. We hope you enjoy it!Support the showFeel free to leave a review, follow us on socials and share the podcast with anyone who you think might find it interesting!Connect with the show: 📰 Subscribe to our Newsletter 🎉 Join the community on Patreon ☕️ Buy us a coffee 🛒 Shop at the merch store 📲 Follow us on Instagram 📲 Follow us on Facebook 📲 Follow us on TikTo...

⚖️ This week Ben asks Gabriella 'What Is The Law Of The Five Elements?!' They explore how the elements relate to each other and how they are interconnected through the Sheng & Ke cycles.Support the showFeel free to leave a review, follow us on socials and share the podcast with anyone who you think might find it interesting!Connect with the show: 📰 Subscribe to our Newsletter 🎉 Join the community on Patreon ☕️ Buy us a coffee 🛒 Shop at the merch store 📲 Follow us on Instagram 📲 Foll...

💎 This week Ben asks Gabriella 'What Is Metal?!' They hammer away to get to the core of the subject. They explore the last of the Five Elements, Metal, highlighting its nature and use in the context of Five Element Acupuncture.Support the showFeel free to leave a review, follow us on socials and share the podcast with anyone who you think might find it interesting!Connect with the show: 📰 Subscribe to our Newsletter 🎉 Join the community on Patreon ☕️ Buy us a coffee 🛒 Shop at the merch st...

🌏 This week Ben asks Gabriella 'What on Earth is going on?!'...or rather 'What Is Earth?!' They explore this fascinating element from the ground up (or down), discussing the many properties and associations of the Earth element and how it relates to the treatment of Five Element Acupuncture.We hope you enjoy the show!Support the showFeel free to leave a review, follow us on socials and share the podcast with anyone who you think might find it interesting!Connect with the show: 📰 Subscribe to...

🔥 This week, in this fiery episode, Ben asks Gabriella What Is Fire?! Gabriella guides Ben through a spirited discussion on the essence of Fire, its associations with warmth, joy, and love, and its profound influence on human experience, health, wellbeing and how it relates to the practice of Five Element Acupuncture.Support the showFeel free to leave a review, follow us on socials and share the podcast with anyone who you think might find it interesting!Connect with the show: 📰 Subscribe to...

🪵 This week Ben asks Gabriella What Is Wood?! As winter retreats and nature awakens, Gabriella explains how Wood symbolises the season of Spring, marked by a flurry of activity and growth. Contrary to common belief, Spring doesn't begin on a fixed date but is heralded by the increasing light after the winter solstice, sparking life's resurgence even amidst lingering chill.Through vivid descriptions, Gabriella paints a picture of nature's exuberance in Spring, from the emergence of delicate fl...

💦 This week Ben asks Gabriella What Is Water?!Listen in as they dive deep into the essence of water and discuss its nature, associations, and significance in traditional Chinese medicine. From the season of winter to the sound of groaning and the emotion of fear, discover the multifaceted aspects of water that shape our lives and well-being. Through insightful anecdotes and engaging discussion, Ben and Gabriella unravel the mysteries of the water element, offering profound insights into its r...

🎨 Welcome back to a brand new season of What’s The Point?! In this season, Ben & Gabriella are exploring the Five Elements in depth but first Ben asks Gabriella: What Are Colour, Sound, Odour, and Emotion?!They engage in their signature banter as they discuss the significance of these sensory cues in understanding the body's imbalances. From the subtle hues around the eyes to the tones of one's voice, each element offers valuable insights into a person's well-being.Through humorous anecdo...

❓Welcome to a special episode of "What's The Point?!" In this instalment, instead of Ben asking the pesky questions, we're turning the spotlight on you, our valued listeners. Now's it's your turn to have your burning questions answered!Join hosts Ben and Gabriella as they dig into the questions sent in by our dedicated listeners, subscribers & Patrons in this, the last episode of Season 1.Support the showFeel free to leave a review, follow us on socials and share the podcast with anyone w...

5️⃣ This week Ben asks Gabriella 'What Are The Five Elements?!' They chat about the Five Elements and how each one has its own unique qualities, most easily recognised in the season of that element. They emphasise that because we're all part of nature, these energies flow in us. Therefore understanding these rhythms is key to our well-being.We all have experience of each season, but have we ever given much thought to what nature is really doing in Winter for example? It may appear from the ou...

☯️ In this week's episode, Ben asks Gabriella some seriously infuriating questions about the concepts of the Tao, Yin/Yang, and Qi Energy, which form the philosophical background of acupuncture. Gabriella explains that the Tao is indescribable, quoting Lao Tzu's assertion that the eternal Tao cannot be fully understood by humans. The discussion then moves to Yin/Yang, where they explore the concept of complementary opposites and balance in various aspects of life.The conversation then shifts ...

🆘 In this week's episode How Does Five Element Acupuncture Help?!, Ben asks Gabriella about the incredible ways Five Element Acupuncture can change lives. Gabriella shares stories from her 20+ years of professional practice. Patients such as Trevor, who said goodbye to laxatives after decades, and Tina, who found relief from chronic pain in just one session.They also discuss the science behind acupuncture, from easing depression to boosting fertility. But it's not just about physical health—a...

💼 This week, Ben asks Gabriella, What's In An Acupuncturist's Toolkit?! Gabriella highlights the characteristics of acupuncture needles, emphasising their fine and solid nature. Gabriella explains the minimal sensation during needling and the technique of brief needle insertion in Five Element Acupuncture.They touch on moxa, a herb used to heat points before needling, mentioning its warming effect and pleasant fragrance. Beyond physical tools, Gabriella emphasises the importance of the acupun...

🪡 In this week's episode What Is Five Element Acupuncture?!, the hosts elaborate further on Five Element Acupuncture, a unique approach to medicine. Ben starts by asking Gabriella about the basics of acupuncture, the insertion of needles into specific points on the body to influence the flow of Qi and restore health. Gabriella, with over 20 years of experience in Five Element Acupuncture, describes its focus on observing how nature manifests in individuals.They touch upon the differences betw...

🦠 In this episode, Ben and Gabriella explore the question "What is Disease?!" They begin by discussing the definition of health, emphasising the multidimensional nature of well-being according to the World Health Organisation. The hosts delve into the concept of spirit, acknowledging its subjective and divisive nature.The conversation then shifts to the definition of disease, examining how it goes beyond physical symptoms and includes a state of "dis-ease" involving mind and spirit. The hosts...

💊 Welcome to this week’s episode “What Is Medicine?!”. This week, Ben asks Gabriella questions around the broad concept of medicine, exploring its different forms and perspectives. They explore the holistic approach of Eastern medicine, highlighting the teamwork between nature, the practitioner, and the patient, particularly in the context of Five Element Acupuncture. The conversation contrasts Eastern and Western views on medicine, emphasising the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit...

👋 Welcome to What's The Point?! The Podcast all about Five Element Acupuncture, what it is, how it works & what exactly is the point in doing it?!We believe that Five Element Acupuncture can be misunderstood and underrepresented. So we decided to create this podcast with the intention of providing a better understanding of the many benefits of Five Element treatment and to create more public discussion.Join us, Ben Worsley and Gabriella Doran as we explore the fascinating world of this el...