My initial reaction to this was that it felt more woo than I like, but I get your meaning and I even think it was probably part of it. And it was one of several changes I made in that time, some more impactful than others.

But placebo or not, I’ll also say that the physical impact was genuinely calming. And while the setting and circumstances might account for most of that—soothing music, dark room, being still for about an hour with no interruption—I also found different needle placements had noticeably different effectiveness.

It’s not for everyone. I wouldn’t dream of suggesting anyone try it who wasn’t already open to it. But it did really help me, regardless of the science. And I’m grateful for it.