Why Blog?

Recently my first ever patient telephoned me. She started with me nearly 30 years ago. She invited herself for a cup of tea and asked if I still practised as an acupuncturist. I told her that while being semi-retired, I still saw a few patients.

Now a personal growth trainer, she has, among other things, a successful practice as a remedial masseuse. At the time of her ‘phone call, she was delivering training in Greece.

She told me that she had been telling participants about me and mentioned a book that I had recommended 30 years before. This was Being Happy by Andrew Matthews. By the way, all his books are great, and he makes his points concisely and with humour.

I was surprised and delighted to hear that one of her clients wanted to come and see me. This led me to think about the unpredictable networking results of our social interactions. It reminded me of the ripple effect of dropping a stone into a pond.

My heart goes out to all those young people who struggle to find peace, harmony and balance in their lives. I wish I had had a me, when I went through the loneliness and despair that I often felt in my teens and twenties.

I can no longer manage a full list of patients, (see blog about being 70). What can I do, then, with my 30 years’ experience as an acupuncturist, rebirther, counsellor, and 40 years of life experience?

Can I still reach out to those young people who are struggling? I thought about writing a book, but I don’t have the patience. An occasional blog when I am moved to write seems exactly right and, after all we oldies, must keep up with the cyber-age.

Frankie x