Yeah, me too, hon

I read some (but not all - just got out of bed!

) and it looks to have lots of info for beginners as you say. I really hope you can get someone on board to help you, so that you are getting some real-life guidance. Fingers crossed.
For me, I am going to watch my raw/cooked food ratio. I am looking at fasting in a whole new way too.
The skin brushing is easy, yes, there is a certain point you start/finish as I think and you always guide your strokes towards your heart.
http://www.naturalhealthtechniques.com/healingtechniques/dry_brushing_technique.htmLet me know how you get on with the doctor, Sunny, sweetie