Healing Through Art with Dr. Vasu Tolia

In this heart-opening episode, Heather sits down with Dr. Vasu Tolia, a former pediatric gastroenterologist who has transitioned into a healing artist. After a distinguished medical career, Dr. Tolia transitioned into a vibrant second act—creating abstract and semi-abstract artwork that speaks to the mind-body connection and emotional resilience. Together, they explore how art functions as visual medicine, the neuroscience behind healing through creativity, and the profound impact of beauty in clinical spaces.

Dr. Tolia also shares the story behind her award-winning COVID-inspired painting, how her work ended up on the cover of a CDC journal, and why she believes art should be a fourth pillar of wellness alongside sleep, nutrition, and exercise.

In this week’s episode of Your Radiant Spirit, we talk about: ✨ The science behind art as medicine 🖌️ Her transition into abstract painting 🌿 How healing art transforms clinical spaces 💗 A free 10-page guide to self-love

🎁 Free Download for Listeners: Receive Dr. Tolia’s 10-page guide to cultivating self-love through artful practices: 👉 Download the Guide

Connect with Dr. Vasu Tolia: 🌐 Website: www.vasutolia.art 📸 Instagram: @toliavasu 📘 Facebook: Vasu Tolia 🔗 LinkedIn: Dr. Vasu Tolia

🎙️ Voice over by the talented Nate Hackney: natehackney.icanvoice.com

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