In this episode, Dr. Gil Winkelman delves into the intricate relationship between spirituality and healing, emphasizing the mind-body connection. He challenges the conventional view of the body as a mechanical entity, proposing instead that it functions more like a garden that requires nurturing and care. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding one’s spiritual identity […]

In the second half of our enlightening conversation with Dr. Dick Thom, we delve into the transformative power of prayer in the healing process. Explore how spiritual beliefs and practices can influence health outcomes and provide comfort during challenging times. Dr. Thom shares compelling insights and real-life examples of how faith and prayer have played […]

In this episode of the Ask Dr. Gil podcast, Dr. Dick Thom, a seasoned naturopathic physician, discusses the nature of healing, the importance of following natural laws, and the role of spirituality in health. He emphasizes that spontaneous healing is possible when individuals adhere to proper nutrition, hydration, and self-care practices. The conversation also explores […]

In this episode of Ask Dr. Gil, Dr. Gil Winkelman explores the profound impact of self-talk on our health and well-being. He discusses how negative self-talk can shape our identities and influence our decisions, often leading to a cycle of self-criticism and limiting beliefs. Dr. Winkelman emphasizes the importance of recognizing and rewriting these narratives […]

In this episode of Ask Dr. Gil, Dr. Gil Winkelman explores attachment theory and its impact on mental and physical health. In this enlightening episode, we delve into the profound impact of attachment styles on our mental and physical well-being. Discover how early emotional bonds shape our stress responses, influence our relationships, and affect our […]

In this episode of “Ask Dr. Gil,” Dr. Gil Winkelman delves into the transformative power of storytelling on our health. Discover how narratives can serve as a guiding framework for understanding our behaviors, overcoming adversity, and fostering personal growth. Dr. Gil explores the dual nature of stories, highlighting their potential to both support and limit […]

In this episode of “Ask Dr. Gill,” Dr. Gil Winkelman delves into the stories we tell ourselves about our health and how these narratives can shape our reality. From the unconscious cues that influence our choices to the labels that can both define and limit us, Dr. Gill explores the complex interplay between belief and […]

Epigenetics is critical to understand human health. While there is a lot of focus on SNPs and human genetics in mainstream medicine, it is more likely that how our bodies interact with the environment is more important to understand health and disease. In this episode of AskDr Gil, I discuss why epigenetics matter and how […]

In this simulcast of AskDrGil, I discuss how we can optimize health through biotherapeutic drainage therapy. This gives us insight into how we can heal. The key is not finding an endpoint. Rather, we must understand the process of how we keep returning to optimal health. While this talk doesn’t go into the specifics of […]

Having discussed some of the factors for building good habits instead of bad ones, I want to discuss how to find the right motivation to have good habits. If you can find an internal motivation for yourself related to your habit, that is best. I also discuss the problems with putting off living your life […]