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What is CFS School? In today’s episode, Jennifer Mann shares with us her own healing journey with CFS and how she is now using that journey to help others. Jenn is the co-founder of CFS school, which is a school focused on the mind-body connection to help people heal from chronic pain, fatigue, long covid, POTTS, and fibromyalgia conditions that, there are no good solutions for within the medical system.  Jenn was training to be a physiotherapist herself when she became bedbound with all sorts of ‘unexplained’ symptoms. She was told this was her new reality by medical specialists and colleagues. It was then she took matters into her own hands.  It was on her own healing journey she found what connected her symptoms, and indeed held the key to a full recovery. For Jenn, that was recognizing and working with the nervous system. She has now developed a 12-week program that has gone on to help hundreds if not thousands of people with mind-body health conditions. Listen in as Jenn and I talk about her battle with chronic illness, her healing journey, and how she can help others heal through the mind-body connection. Jenn takes us on a deep dive into the mind-body connection and chronic illness, you won’t want to miss out!   Ways to connect with Jenn: Instagram: @jcamylee

How do you view death and grief? Today, I am lucky to be joined by Christina Watson, who shares her perspective on death and grief. Christina wears many hats. She is a creative facilitator and worked in the charity sector, but I have brought her onto this podcast to talk about death because Christina wants to disrupt the way we relate to death as a society. She is creating purposeful peer groups known as huddles because she believes that our learning does not have to be limited to institutions and curriculum written by someone else. We can learn in creative ways in the community, especially when dealing with this theme. Christina first experienced death and grief at a young age, when she lost her Mom, and that loss helped shaped her view on death. She recognized how difficult it was for her to share or express her grief with others because of the uncomfortableness others displayed about her grief. This loss has birthed a deep curiosity about how society views and handles death and grief and how we can get reconnected to this part of life. Christina believes death is an opening to notice more widely the things we love and find the joy we do have in our lives. Listen in as Christina and I explore with curiosity the disconnect between death and grief, how Christina is disrupting the status quo on grief and death processing, and how she sees death as a great connector to the things we truly love. Ways to connect with Christina: Death x Life Huddle webpage: https://www.huddlecraft.com/huddles/death-x-life Next event - Singing to the Lovely Dead: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/singing-to-the-lovely-dead-tickets-575971535367 Radio piece I mentioned which was played on Radio 4: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001h604

Today I am joined by Dr. Stephanie El Chakieh, a clinical pharmacist turned spiritual scientist, using her biochemical and pharmaceutical training to dive deep into the research to find natural ways to heal disease. She has been guided by her own personal story, and is now an author and TEDx speaker, sharing her truth to enable health independence for all. Through both personal and professional experience, Dr. Stephanie felt the desire to find alternative ways to think about our bodies and our healthcare systems. Part of her research has led her down a spiritual path toward an awakening that she wants to share with the world. Dr. Stephanie’s goal is to give people the option and voice to choose their best healthcare practices.

Have you ever experienced an anxiety or panic attack? Then this episode is for you. Today I am joined by Sophie Neve, who is a free-spirited, tarot-slinging Hypnotherapist from East Yorkshire, specializing in treating anxiety with hypnosis. She believes our emotions from the past become trapped in our bodies, minds, and soul. We can literally re-program our thoughts and re-wire our brains with the help of hypnotherapy. Often when people come into A & E with panic attack symptoms, they are told nothing is wrong with them physically, so they are turned away. Sophie is bringing awareness to the power of Hypnosis in treating and managing those anxiety or panic attacks. Join Sophie and I as we discuss what hypnotherapy is, how it can help with your anxiety, and some tips and trick you can use in the moment of a panic attack.

Today I am excited to be joined by Dr. Nic Stokes. Nic is a bit of a newfound kindred spirit. She is an Anaesthetic doctor working in London - who, like me - has started to deeply question the current disconnected, disembodied, disempowering western approach and her role within it. Nic is an anesthetic and intensive care doctor who has worked in the NHS for the last 8 years. Her early career has involved working in the field of global health, having worked in refugee camps in Greece, Uganda, and Bangladesh. This interest led her to start a radio show on London's SohoRadio 4 years ago called Global Health Global Beats, which intersperses music from around the world with conversations in healthcare.  She is now interested in how we give people the tools to be well and offload the healthcare systems. She has recently become a breathwork instructor and strongly believes that community saunas and breathwork are key components to improving people's health. Join Dr. Nic and I as we talk about how Nic has come to view the Western Medical System and the challenges of challenging that system. This is a thoughtful and connecting conversation you won’t want to miss out on!

Do you believe you can find the answers to your health questions and get well? Today I am excited to introduce you to Sandy Cowen. Sandy is the author of 4 books on the connection between the body, mind, and soul of “getting well”. After developing several auto-immune diseases in her late 30s, Sandy needed to make significant changes in her life to heal herself. Through her healing journey, she has sought out holistic forms of healing and has published her books on the mind-body-spirit connection of healing. Listen in as Sandy and I discuss how the body-mind-soul approach impacted Sandy’s health, and how you can use that approach to strengthen and heal our immune system. Sandy gives us practical ways to use a holistic approach to our healing. She truly believes we can get well! Ways to connect with Sandy: Website: https://www.sandycowen.com/

What is Ayahuasca? In Dr. Jude’s experience, ayahuasca really brought to light the mind-body and soul connection that the western medical field seems to be lacking. In this solocast, Dr. Jude explores the uses of ayahuasca as a tool to connect to our subconscious or shadow selves to dive deeper into areas of ourselves that are no longer serving us. Dr. Jude has had an international career as a medic spanning 18 years. She is the founder of Dr. Body Mind Soul and The Witchy Women platform which both hold the mission to challenge “the disconnected approach to health which prevails in western medicine” with a vision to offer both patients, and the doctors who serve them insight, choice, and resources to empower them access truly holistic healthcare. Listen in as Dr. Jude explains her connection and experience with ayahuasca, its many uses for our energetic body, and the ensuing work that can be done from using this transformational healing tool. You can find her on Instagram @dr.bodymindsoul or @the.witchy.women Her websites are www.drbodymindsoul.com and www.thewitchywomen.com

In this first solo episode, Dr. Jude Galea opens up about her journey from her medical experience in A+E, to her path of searching for other healing modalities that benefited her and now she wants to share with others. Dr. Jude has had an international career as a medic spanning 18 years. She is the founder of Dr. Body Mind Soul and The Witchy Women platform which both hold the mission to challenge “the disconnected approach to health which prevails in western medicine” with a vision to offer both patients, and the doctors who serve them insight, choice, and resources to empower them access truly holistic healthcare. Listen in as Dr. Jude shares her plans for the next few months, how she is seeking to bridge the gap between science and spirituality, medicine and the mystical, and how she can better serve you. You can find her on Instagram @dr.bodymindsoul or @the.witchy.women Her websites are www.drbodymindsoul.com and www.thewitchywomen.com  

It is not often that we hear nutrition, astrology, and period cycles in the same sentence. Today I am excited to be joined by Charmaine Kong, who is a Holistic Nutritionist & body astrologer, helping women recognize their period problems and guiding them to heal their bodies with astrology and holistic nutrition & lifestyle practices for today and years to come. Charmaine shares her appreciation for the connection between the moon cycles and our menstrual cycles. Using the moon cycles as a guide, it can help you to better understand what your body may need during your given cycle. It can be challenging to listen to our bodies as they are giving us signs of what it needs, but Charmaine gives us helpful tips on how to recognize them and nutritionally support our cycles. Listen in as Charmaine and I discuss the importance of connecting moon cycles and nutrition with our menstrual cycles to live in harmonious balance. Ways to connect with Charmaine: Instagram: @holisticallycharmed Website: holisticallycharmed.com

There is a lot of support for babies after birth, but virtually nothing for the healing mother. Today I am excited to introduce Zoe Gardiner, as we discuss the importance of post-partum care for mothers. Zoe is a mother of two, a research scientist, and a post-partum activist. She is the Founder of Postpartum Matters, a not-for-profit organization working to share postpartum stories and to change the current model of health care which sees women regularly being discharged before they are ready. She is dedicated to creating this change while supporting those suffering through their experience. After having her second child, and being discharged just 10 days after, Zoe felt that things that were happening with her body were not normal, and she sought help. With many delays in receiving support, Zoe quickly realized that there is very little support for women postpartum. As an advocate for women’s health, Zoe shares her story of her post-partum journey and is opening space for others to do as well. Listen in as Zoe and I discuss the holes in our medical system for postpartum mothers and how she sees this as a very impactful time in a woman’s life and that the proper support is needed. Ways to connect with Zoe: Zoe is one of our new Witchy Women - and you can find her on the new whole-istic healthcare platform - www.thewitchywomen.com   On her Instagram: postpartum_matters On her website: postpartummatter.co.uk

Today I am joined by Amy Simpson, the founder of the Mind Body Baby Method who works with women to prepare their bodies, minds, and souls for the transition into motherhood.  Many women struggle with believing their bodies are broken if they are having difficulty conceiving, and the medical system can perpetuate that belief. Amy wants to change that.  She believes babies choose us. When we are truly ready, Amy is here to help us get there. Amy discusses what is the mind-body-baby method and how struggles with conceiving are avenues for pause, curiosity, and connection back to our mind and body. Your body adores you and gives you signs and ways to work through infertility struggles. Join Amy and I as we cover the blocks in our mind and body, how to stay connected to yourself in the medical system when there are troubles conceiving, and how to get your mind and body ready for the baby.   Ways to connect with Amy: Amy is one of our founding Witchy Women and you can find her through our new Holistic Healthcare platform at www.thewitchywomen.com You can also find her on Instagram - @themindbodybabymethod and her website www.amysimpson.co.uk

This is a re-run of an episode that I put out a couple of years ago. I want to share it - because I think it is such valuable content to hear at this time of year, as we are making our New Year resolutions. Jaime Booth Jenkins is a behaviour change specialist, who lives in Nova Scotia Canada. She runs Loaf Farms an experiential learning platform that sits at the confluence of well-being theory, neuroscience, and permaculture. I felt it was important to bring you this episode today, right at the start of the year when many of us are setting New Year's Resolutions and examining which behaviours and habits we would like to change. Jaime brings a lifetime of experience and a formal education in Social Work, Applied Positive Psychology, and the Neuroscience of Mental Health, to support others in achieving their personal and professional aspirations with a particular interest in addictions. To follow what Jaime is up to - check her out on Instagram: @practicallyawesome  

This is a re-run of an episode that I put out this time 2 years ago. I want to share it - because I think it is such valuable content to hear at this time of the year when families typically get together over the holiday period. This can be a difficult time for many families - including my own - and Leah helps us to normalize triggers and helps us prepare to handle them differently - by first becoming aware of our part - and being comfortable with uncomfortable feelings. And before we kick off with that conversation – I just want to let you all know that I will be taking some time off during the holidays to rest and connect with loved ones. Looking forward to connecting with you in the new year! Leah is a Relationship Coach who is passionate about helping individuals and couples be empowered and connected in their relationships. She also facilitates and supports some of the training at The Relationship School - teachings others to become relational leaders in their families and communities.  This podcast is filled with tips to help you manage your relationships during the holidays - or any family gatherings. I would honestly recommend listening to this one with a notebook handy!!! Here are some links to useful resources that were mentioned:  Leah Gartner - Relationship Coach https://www.newtrailsrelationshipcoaching.com The Relationship School https://relationshipschool.com/

What does it mean to work holistically with someone? Today I am joined by Dr. Robert Ciprian and he breaks down the 4 pillars of holistic health. Dr. Robert is the author of Heal Profoundly: A Graffiti Thug's Transformation to Holistic Doctor, an autobiography that tells the story of his spiritual journey from being a gang member to having a 20+ year successful career in medicine. Up until his early twenties, Dr. Robert suffered from poor health — allergies, asthma, bronchitis, digestive problems, and there were times he spent weeks in bed because of illness. Due to his poor health and destructive behavior, Dr. Robert seemed destined to achieve little in life until he decided to seek more out of it. He joined the medical school to learn better ways to treat his medical problems and has studied various healing, energetic and spiritual modalities for 25+ years.  Listen in as Dr. Robert and I break down holistic health and try to bridge the gap between the medical profession and incorporating the wholeness of a person to help with more profound healing.

What does a holistic approach to treating cancer look like? Today I am joined by Federico Vallin, and we discuss the importance of connecting the body-mind, and soul when treating cancer. Federico is an integrative health coach who works with cancer patients helping them address the mental and emotional roots of their cancer. He has developed a holistic health system employing modalities such as Emotional Freedom Techniques, Clinical Hypnosis, and Meditation to name just a few to help people accelerate their recovery. Federico believes that one of the biggest mistakes we have made in the scientific and medicinal worlds is to divorce the body from our mind and spirit. He highlights the importance of bringing our awareness and consciousness into our cancer treatments because we can choose to make changes in that acceptance. Listen in as Federico and I dive into the holistic side of healing and treating cancer patients.      Here is a link to Federico’s website where you can learn more about the 12-week program: https://www.vallinhealth.com/

Today’s episode is a seeker story with Janine Begley who is sharing her journey with Lichen Planus. Lichen planus is a rare chronic inflammatory disease affecting the skin and is thought to be auto-immune in nature. The trigger for outbreaks are unclear and may be viral. And this podcast is by no means to replace medical advice - please see a dermatologist if you have been diagnosed with this condition. We are sharing Janine’s story to give hope and inspiration to anyone suffering from a similar disease and who wants to explore a more holistic approach. Janine describes her symptoms and diagnosis as a wake-up call and even sees it as a gift that gave her an opportunity to slow down and take an honest look at her life. When first diagnosed she was prescribed several steroid creams to ease her symptoms. Although she was grateful to have a break from her symptoms, Janine knew it wasn’t going to be sustainable to be on all those creams and began a journey to seek out holistic ways to help heal her Lichen Planus. Listen in as Janine and I discuss the healing journey she has been on and how taking a deep look into her life from a body, mind, and soul perspective led her to cut out alcohol, find a coach, and have a more integrative approach to her health. Social Links for Janine: Instagram - @janine_ngaio Resources mentioned in the podcast:  Gabor Mate – “When the Body Says No”:  https://www.amazon.ca/When-Body-Says-No-Hidden/dp/0676973124/ref=asc_df_0676973124/?tag=googleshopc0c-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=292969433943&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=9547486929040004098&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9001577&hvtarg

Are you one of the many who have tried dieting to lose weight and it just doesn’t seem to work? Many of us have been in the vicious cycle of dieting and today I am thrilled to be joined by Camille Martin, as she helps us dive deep into loving our life and losing weight. Camille is a registered dietician, public health writer, and former chronic dieter dedicated to helping women quit dieting, set bigger and better goals, reclaim their excitement for life, and lose weight in the process. There are so many layers that go into losing weight and it goes so much deeper than we normally talk about. Camille is preaching that the better you feel inside and the more joy you have for your life will help dramatically in how your body carries and holds onto weight. Listen as Camille and I have a passionate conversation about the power of women reclaiming their worth and confidence and searching into those deep places to find out why we are eating the way we are and releasing the shame we have around our bodies.

What we are seeing in the medical world today is the need and desire to integrate modern science with ancient wisdom and holistic wellness. Today I am joined by Rebecca Lazarou, who is a medicinal plant scientist, herbal expert, and holistic therapist here to help us heal using natural medicinal products. She is passionate about using science to better understand how natural medicines work and does this through her own research at Kew Gardens and editing for the academic Journal of Herbal Medicine. She has founded Laz The Plant Scientist - an online platform exploring the relationship between plants + Funghi, science, and well-being where she shares her research and natural medicinal products. Rebecca shares with us the beauty of science as an exploration into understanding ancient medicines and plants to bring empowerment to people in choosing the best possible ways to achieve healing. Many truths can coexist at the same time. Pharmaceuticals and plant medicines both have benefits in our healing. Listen in as Rebecca and I discuss the ancient wisdoms of the plant world, bridging the gap between science and plant medicines, and being courageous enough to speak up against science and advocate for your healing. Ways to connect with Rebecca: Website: https://www.rebeccalazarou.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laztheplantscientist/?hl=en

Can Ayahuasca benefit your grieving process? Today I am thrilled to introduce you to Débora Gonzales, a leading researcher into the effects of Ayahuasca on the grieving process. She earned her degree in psychology from the Autonomous University of Madrid and later she earned a PhD. in pharmacology from the Autonomous University of Barcelona. She also holds an accreditation in General Sanitary Psychology and is the founder and president of the PHI Association for the study of states of consciousness. She is a co-author of several scientific articles and book chapters about states of consciousness. The suicide of a close friend led her to investigate the processes of mourning and transition from a constructivist psychotherapy model learned, with the Portland Institute, and to explore EMDR techniques, with the EMDR Spain Association. In her research, Debora has found that Ayahuasca can have profound effects on the grieving process. In her study, she was seeking to make a loving connection between the participants and their deceased loved ones. What she found out was that Ayahuasca helps promote two mediating factors that greatly help us in our healing journeys. Listen in as Debora and I discuss her research in Ayahuasca, its impact on the grieving process, and how to promote traditional forms of healing.  

What is Medical Cannabis? Today I have Mary Biles on the show to inform us about what Medical Cannabis is and how it can be added to your healthcare practices. Mary is the author of 'The CBD Book: The Essential Guide to CBD Oil', and regular contributing writer for the nonprofit Project CBD, and host of the podcast Cannabis Voices. She is a trusted voice in the cannabis industry both in Europe and around the globe and an advocate for greater access to medicinal cannabis, psychedelics, and plant medicine in general. Mary was first introduced to the world of Medical Cannabis through palliative care. She witnessed how the normal drugs people in their final days were put on would help them not to suffer and yet would make them so out of it they weren’t really there. Mary saw and has testimonials on how adding Medical Cannabis helped those patients in palliative care have a better quality of life in their remains days. She has since gone on to do much research on how Medical Cannabis can help with a multitude of symptoms and alignments. Listen in as Mary and I discuss what Medical Cannabis is, how it works with our natural endocannabinoid system, debunking some of the myths around Medical Cannabis, and how it can be brought to the attention of medical professionals to aid in your overall health and well-being. As Mary says, Medical Cannabis naturally helps with your internal bliss system and creates a balance between your mind-body, and soul. You can connect with Mary at: My book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/CBD-BOOK-Mary-Biles/dp/0008403066 or my podcast https://cannabisvoices.buzzsprout.com/ Here's the invite to the patient conference https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/uk-patient-conference-medical-cannabis-awareness-week-2022-tickets-335415074517 Medical cannabis Clinicians Society https://www.ukmccs.org/ Primary Care Cannabis Network https://primarycarecannabisnetwork.com/ This is also a useful resource for patients interested in getting a prescription https://www.pleacommunity.org.uk/