The ultimate goal of any acupuncturist is a fully booked appointment calendar. The years of training that are required for licensure as an acupuncturist should provide everything needed to achieve that goal, right? So why, less than five years after graduation, are more than half of acupuncture school graduates no longer practicing their craft?The reason is often that, while you are well-trained in acupuncture itself, the business skills needed to be a successful entrepreneur have been sadly neglected. No longer! This book provides everything that you were not taught in school, with step-by-step instructions, lists, forms, calculations, examples, and specific procedures; things you won t find in other acupuncture practice books. You'll find the following: How acupuncture works, both from an eastern and western medical lens How to locate a reputable and qualified acupuncturist Tips on preparing for your first acupuncture session What to expect during and after your acupuncture treatments Numerous health conditions acupuncture can manage such as allergies, migraines, anxiety and stress, and so much more Answers to commonly asked questions about acupunctureUncover the transformative power of mindfulness as we dissect the art of being entirely present. Tackle the habitual pitfalls that lead to mindless consumption and learn to savor every morsel with purpose and intention the true key to dietary harmony. Witness how targeted acupuncture techniques can align your appetite and soothe the stress that often derails your healthy intentions. Is the masterpiece where needle meets nourishment, fostering an ideal state for thoughtful eating.