What I learned
What is a highly stressful but lucrative job in which you can make a ton of money in a short period of time (6 figures in 8 months)?
Scalp Trading
What was missing critically from the relationship with demanding/over-worked parents while growing up?
The need to feel heard, seen, and understood
Many of you came to FBU after having gainful employment, a good career path, yet felt unfulfilled. When you encounter a patient who seems to be in a similar situation, how do you bring up the topic?
My example: Do you like what you do?
What do you when you're not comfortable treating reproductive care patients?
Refer out - good to know fellow practitioners who are Women's or Men's health specialists.
How do you word your question regarding sensitive topics like weight change, loss, or suspected abuse?
My examples: Any weight change? How's your stress level? Work-related or life stressors?
What do you call being pulled by a cowgirl/boy while skiing?
Jouring
What is the difference between something that's done by a lot of people everywhere, all the time, and addiction?
Hallmarks of addiction: compulsion, craving, consequences, (losing) control - so much so that it destroys one's ability to function in school, work, and maintain relationships.
Many patients express visible, physical conditions. What are some things to keep in mind about what's not visible?
Autism Spectrum, Childhood trauma, PTSD, autoimmune, etc
Do you advise giving herbs to pregnant patients?
Depends - yes, if they're familiar with Chinese medicinal herbs for Women's Health and seek your advice.
What should you keep in mind when a patient is very rude/hyper-reactive?
We're only seeing a snapshot of this person at this one moment in this person's life. Reminder: Trauma Informed Care - Realize, Recognize, Respond, not Re-traumatize.
What is the ceremony performed by a Daoist Priest (with/without music) to symbolize passage through a gate during funeral services?
The Last Dance
Besides talk therapy, which type of therapy did this class mention the most in their own life journeys?
Nature therapy: wilderness retreat, hiking, gardening, etc.
Some of you suffered from medical conditions that piqued your curiosity about Chinese medicine and led you to FBU. What would you say to someone in similar to your situation?
You set your own boundary on how much you share about yourself while keeping in mind: this clinic time is about the patient.
How do you phrase sensitive topics like abortion and miscarriage?
Any previous pregnancies?
What types of open-ended questions do you ask when someone seems very depressed?
Are you OK? How have you coped in the past? Have you spoken to anyone about this?
Polyvagal theory states that humans access higher brain function when feeling safe, such as using voice, facial expression to communicate. What other features of this theory overlap with religious rituals that promote health?
Singing, chanting with short inhalation, long exhalations promote relaxation; Prayers mobilize the body vs fight/flight response during stressful situations.
What does "Issue is in the Tissue" mean in Trauma Informed Care?
Children who suffered from neglect or emotional/physical/sexual abuse(s), tend to have neural circuitry impairments in brain development, impaired immune/hormonal responses, and have higher risks of chronic health issues, depression, and suicide as adults.
Some of you were inspired by members of your family, such as a grandparent, uncle, or children. Which ones were mentioned the most?
Children.
Be honest about your ignorance or knowledge.
Does the mention of suicide lead people to act on it?
No. Key questions: 1) Have you ever thought about taking your own life? 2) Have you thought about how you'd do it? 3) Have you set a time to do so? 4) Have you taken any steps TODAY?