The Healers Council

In this episode of The Healer's Council, Peter Fairfield engages in a profound discussion with Michael Broffman, a pioneering figure in Western acupuncture. The conversation traverses the realm of medical miracles, holistic healing, and wisdom in medicine. Broffman recounts his journey and apprenticeship under Dr. Lee in Taiwan, where he learned the intricacies of pulse diagnosis and the profound connections between physical and psychological health. The talk explores the spirit of adventure throughout life, from youth to old age, and the implications of stagnation versus growth. They discuss Broffman's experiences with pulse diagnosis innovations, cancer treatment, midwifery, and understanding modern issues such as gender identity within the context of Chinese medicine. The episode is a deep dive into learning, growth, and the spirit of discovery in medical practice.

00:00 Introduction to Modern Medical Miracles

00:39 Exploring the Spirit of Adventure

01:21 Welcome Back to the Healer's Council

01:24 Interview with Peter Fairfield

01:52 Michael Brofman's Journey into Acupuncture

06:59 Early Influences and Education

15:58 Training Under Dr. Lee

33:25 Returning to the United States

36:44 Pulse Diagnosis and the Spirit of Adventure

38:42 The Spirit of Adventure at Any Age

39:21 Insights from Dr. Lee: Lifelong Learning

40:03 Challenges in Acupuncture Education

41:36 Understanding Pulse Diagnosis

43:30 Exploring Anxiety and Disease

44:49 The Financial Viability of Deep Practice

49:16 Innovations in Pulse Training

58:12 The Intersection of Midwifery and Oncology

01:01:38 Successes and Challenges in Cancer Treatment

01:03:32 The Role of Dogs in Cancer Detection

01:08:16 Current Projects and Future Directions

01:09:49 Controversial Topics in Chinese Medicine

01:15:09 Concluding Thoughts and Future Conversations

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In this episode of Healers Council, host Jim Duffy introduces his new "co-curator", Peter Fairfield, in a discussion about the fundamental pure nature inherent in all beings. Fairfield interviews Amrita Baba, a Finnish-born spritual teacher with a profound background in spiritual practices spanning Zen Buddhism, Shaiva Tantra, and Kriya Yoga. They delve into Baba's spiritual journey, his method for spiritual enlightenment known as the '13 Bumi Model', and dynamic concentration practices. They also address how recognizing existential confusion and suffering can aid physicians in better understanding and treating their patients. The conversation explores how healers can integrate these spiritual insights to enhance their therapeutic practices.

00:00 Introduction to Basic Nature and Purity

01:54 The Healers Council and New Collaborations

04:08 Introducing Peter Fairfield and His Background

04:24 Interview with Amrita Baba: Early Life and Spiritual Journey

12:14 Amrita Baba's Awakening and Teaching Path

20:39 Understanding the 13 Bumi Model and Rainbow Body

38:05 Personal Healing Journey

38:24 Understanding Trauma in the Astral Body

38:58 Acupuncture and Astral Healing

45:08 Dynamic Concentration Practices

54:01 Spiritual Breakthroughs and Clinical Applications

01:00:24 The Importance of Basic Purity

01:04:36 Future Plans and Teaching

01:08:13 Concluding Thoughts and Resources

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Integral Theory: A Map for Understanding Our World, Our Work, and Ourselves

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In this conversation with Lee Mason, we explore the integration of Integral Theory into healthcare. Lee describes how the Integral map provides an elegant and understandable map that helps us better understand ourselves and our world. By understanding the different perspectives, stages, lines, types, and states, we can navigate the apparent complexities of our work in an increasingly diverse world. The Integral map provides a very practical tool that can become an important foundation in our work as compassionate and wise healers.

00:00 The Evolution of Scientific Perspective: From Bacon to Modern Wisdom

00:42 Introducing the Healers Council: A Journey into Modern Healing Wisdom

01:19 Lee Mason's Integral Healing Journey: From Physical Therapy to Integral Theory

01:47 Exploring Integral Theory: A Comprehensive Framework for Healing

02:38 The Personal Journey: Lee Mason's Path to Integral Healing

10:58 Understanding Integral Theory: Quadrants, Intelligences, and Levels

28:45 Applying Integral Theory to Healthcare: A Holistic Approach

47:27 Levels of Development and Spiral Dynamics in Healing

57:56 The Evolution of Societal Worldviews

59:08 The Birth of Scientific Revolution and Industrialization

01:01:43 Rise of Equality Movements and Woke Culture

01:04:11 Emergence of a New Level of Awareness

01:08:55 Exploring the "Colors" and Values of Different Levels

01:20:44 Understanding Personality Types and Their Impact

01:27:29 The Significance of States in Integral Theory

01:39:44 Applying Integral Theory to Healthcare and Personal Growth

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Embracing Leadership and Healing Amidst Global Collapse: A Conversation with Margaret Meg Wheatley

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In this episode of the Healers Council, join us for an in-depth conversation with Margaret "Meg" Wheatley, a distinguished advocate for human spirit leadership. Margaret discusses the terrifying and inevitable stage of global collapse, emphasizing the immense suffering and death it brings. As an acclaimed speaker, teacher, and consultant, she underscores the need to invoke people’s inherent generosity, creativity, and community to navigate these challenging times. Meg delves into her experiences and teachings, highlighting the importance of seeing reality clearly, committing to meaningful work, and reclaiming leadership in a way that strengthens relationships and fosters healing. She also touches on her Warriors for the Human Spirit program, which trains individuals to act with compassion and insight in the midst of turmoil. Through a blend of historical perspectives, Buddhist teachings, and practical advice, Meg offers a compelling roadmap for healers and leaders seeking to serve others and create islands of sanity in a collapsing world.

00:00 Navigating the Collapse: Insights and Inspirations

01:20 Introducing Meg Wheatley: A Journey of Leadership and Healing

05:52 The Essence of Wisdom in Healing and Leadership

07:32 Facing Reality: The Challenge of Seeing Things As They Are

10:26 The Healer's Path: Strengthening Connections and Embracing Wholeness

18:58 The Prognosis of Our Civilization: A Call to Warriorship

28:09 Restoring Sanity: Practical Steps for Healers in a Collapsing World

36:19 Leadership and Vulnerability: Embracing Our Role as Healers

38:33 Embracing Organizational Collapse: A New Leadership Paradigm

39:25 The Power of Acceptance in Leadership

41:04 Redefining Purpose Amidst Doom and Gloom

42:07 The Warrior's Perspective: Service Over Optimism

44:09 The Journey of Continuous Self-Improvement

49:23 Healing and Leadership: A Call to Action

59:03 The Essence of Joy in Service and Healing

01:05:54 Concluding Reflections: Hope, Integrity, and the Path Forward

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Bridging Contemplative Science and Modern Medicine: A Conversation with Dr. Joe Loizzo

This script features an engaging discussion on the integration of contemplative science and wisdom with the modern medical landscape, highlighting the interdisciplinary work of Dr. Joe Loizzo. Joe, an MD, PhD, founder of the Nalanda Institute for Contemplative Science, and a psychotherapist, shares his journey from medical school to studying Tibetan Buddhism and contemplative practices, and how this influenced his approach to health and healing. The conversation delves into the challenges and pitfalls of modern science and healthcare, emphasizing the need for a more human-centered approach that integrates contemplative practices and spirituality. Joe's perspectives on mindfulness, compassion, and the potential for a transformative shift in healthcare, towards a model that values human experience and wisdom alongside scientific advancements, are explored.

00:00 The Journey to Understanding Contemplative Healing

00:47 Introducing the Healers Council and Guest Joe Loizzo MD PhD

03:39 Joe's Unique Path: From Psychiatry to Tibetan Studies

04:12 The Impact of Family and Early Influences on Joe's Career

08:26 Exploring the Intersection of Science, Spirituality, and Healing

17:36 The Challenges and Rewards of Integrating Ancient Wisdom with Modern Medicine

28:08 Contemplation in Action: Bridging Ancient Traditions and Contemporary Life

32:35 Advice for 21st Century Healers: Embracing a Contemplative Approach

35:58 Reflecting on Personal and Professional Growth

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Please join us for this enlivening, entertaining, and inspiring discussion with renowned healers and academicians Hillary and Bradford Keeney PhDs.  Brad has been initiated into several indigenous traditions and is the subject of a book titled "American Shaman." We discuss healing, ecstatic transformation, and embracing a life filled with sacred ecstasy and passion. The Keeneys, with backgrounds in shamanism, psychotherapy, and academia, emphasize the transformative power of ecstatic experiences, heart-focused healing, and the non-traditional paths that lead individuals to become healers in the 21st century. Hillary and Brad share insights into their journeys and practices, illustrating how they infuse their healing work with creativity, spirituality, and celebration of life's vastness. The  Keeneys also challenge contemporary healing practices by advocating for a more joyful, passionate, and mystical approach to life and healing.

00:00 Exploring the Essence of Healing with Sufi Wisdom

01:04 Introducing the Healers Council: A Journey into Wisdom and Healing

01:24 Spotlight on Hillary and Bradford Keeney: Pioneers in Healing and Transformation

07:39 Brad Keeney's Journey: From Science to Shamanism

22:41 Hillary's Path: Zen Buddhism to Ecstatic Healing

34:35 Brad's Encounter with the Kalahari Bushmen: A Turning Point

40:39 Exploring Ecstatic Healing and Awakening

42:57 The Transformative Power of Ecstatic Experiences

44:52 Bridging Traditional Healing with Modern Challenges

47:50 The Journey from Fear to Passion in Healing

50:30 The Role of the Healer: Beyond the Conventional

01:02:31 Addressing Burnout with Ecstasy and Excitation

01:10:21 Integrating Sacred Ecstasy into Modern Healing Practices

01:17:02 Concluding Reflections and Future Directions

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This authentic discussion emphasizes the imperative evolution of modern healthcare to include an integrative approach that valorizes the wisdom of traditional healing practices, the cultivation of noetic skills, and the personal growth of healthcare providers. It underscores the significance of self-awareness, the exploration of one's true calling ('Swadharma'), and the incorporation of emotional and spiritual education alongside conventional medical training. Stressing the limitations of a system overly focused on metrics, it invites a reevaluation of the connections between emotions like shame and fear, and physical health, highlighting the role of thought and behavior patterns in disease manifestation, particularly in heart health. Dr Chennaiyan persuasively argues for a transformative educational and practical framework that embraces holistic health paradigms, including insights from wisdom traditions such as classical Chinese medicine and tantra, viewing the heart not just as an organ, but as a central nexus of potentiality and healing. It advocates for a future where healthcare transcends empirical metrics, nurturing a space that fosters joy, bliss, and comprehensive well-being.

00:00 Exploring the Essence of Swadharma and Personal Dharma

01:42 Introducing the Healers Council: A Journey into Wisdom and Healing

02:48 Meet Dr. Kavitha Chinnaiyan: A Multifaceted Healer

06:45 Bridging Science and Spirituality: The Mission of Modern Healers

20:29 Understanding Suffering and the Path to Resilience

29:41 The Power of Asking the Right Questions: A Deep and Direct Dive into Physician Burnout

39:53 Rekindling Wonder and Confronting Fear: The Path to Empowerment for Healers

50:34 Exploring the Loss of Wonder and Idealism

51:04 The Power of Idealism and Vision in Life

51:57 Understanding Swadharma: Aligning with Your True Calling

52:40 The Consequences of Misaligned Career Choices

57:00 The Impact of Fear and Shame on Professional Healers

01:13:15 Addressing the Crisis of Identity in Healthcare

01:14:43 The Potential and Challenges of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

01:23:34 The Importance of Self-Knowledge and Emotional Maturity in Medical Education

01:33:55 Envisioning a Future of Healing: The Heart of Wellness

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This podcast episode delves into the principles of contemplative care, highlighting a recent study indicating that people can learn to release joy by honoring their suffering. It features interviews with Chodo Robert Campbell Sensai and Koshin Paley Ellison Sensai, founders of the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care, discussing their mission to transform healthcare culture through compassion, wisdom, education, and Zen practice. The discussion covers the importance of community, dealing with the three poisons (greed, resentment, and delusion), and the concept of equanimity in facing the suffering inherent in healthcare. It concludes with insights on the preciousness of life, even in the face of death, and how contemplative practices can support healers in reconnecting with their purpose and the joy of their work.

00:00 Unlocking Joy and Overcoming Burnout: A New Study Revealed

00:33 Introducing the Healers Council: A Journey into Wisdom and Healing

01:09 Spotlight on Contemplative Care: Meet the Pioneers

02:08 Exploring the Depths of Contemplative Care with Chodo and Koshin

12:19 The Essence of Precious Life Through the Lens of Contemplative Care

20:07 Fostering Fellowship and Addressing Burnout Among Healers

30:12 Navigating Shame and Regret: A Contemplative Approach

35:08 Exploring the Depths Beyond Shame

36:31 A Zen Approach to Pain and Discomfort

38:10 The Practice of Medicine and Contemplative Skills

39:22 Equanimity in the Face of Life's Dualities

46:19 The Teachability of Contemplative Skills

51:20 Finding Joy and Beauty Amidst Suffering

58:08 Concluding Thoughts on Equanimity and Trust

01:05:28 Dedication and Reflections on Life's Impermanence

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Navigating the Sacred Anatomy of Healing

This conversation explores the profound realm of healing beyond the physical, delving into the concept of sacred anatomy and the spiritual aspects of health and healing. Desda Zuckerman shares her insights on seeing beyond the physical body, understanding individuals as manifestations of divine consciousness, and emphasizes the importance of witnessing, rather than fixing, as a healer's greatest gift. The discussion highlights the notion of 'entanglements' in healing, the significance of authenticity and vulnerability in healing practices, and the necessity of a spiritual practice for healers. Zuckerman introduces the concept of 'edge practice' in managing one’s energy field and addresses the contemporary issue of healer burnout, advocating for a partnership rather than a directive approach in the healing process. The dialogue encourages healers to see their role as facilitators of self-healing, urging them to embrace humility, vulnerability, and an openness to the mystical dimensions of healing.

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00:00 The Power of True Healing: Seeing Beyond the Physical

01:24 Introducing the Healers Council: A Journey into Wisdom

03:09 Meet Desda Zuckerman: A Healer with a Unique Vision

04:07 Exploring Sacred Anatomy: A New Perspective on Energy

09:54 The Essence of Sacred Anatomy: Systems and Structures

20:15 Understanding the Mind-Body-Spirit Connection

28:49 The Role of a Healer: Witnessing and Facilitating Transformation

37:10 Entanglement and Attachment: Navigating the Energetic Web

40:50 Unlocking the Connection Between Trauma and Pain

42:07 Exploring the Sacred Anatomy and Its Influence

45:32 The Power of Intuition and Spiritual Practice in Healing

46:17 The Role of Empathy, Intuition, and Spiritual Practice in Healing

01:04:44 Addressing Burnout Among Healers

01:13:39 Embracing Vulnerability and Authenticity in Healing

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This conversation between Jim Duffy and Ann Cecil-Sterman delves into profound insights on healing, acupuncture, and the essence of being a healer in the modern world. Ann shares her journey in classical Chinese medicine, mentored by Jeffrey Yuen, and discusses the ethos of healing beyond technical proficiency towards becoming thinkers and connectors with a deep understanding of the ancient and energetic principles of acupuncture. The discussion covers topics such as the importance of humility, the transformative power of treating without judgment, cultivating one's spirit as a healer, and understanding the interconnected nature of our wellbeing. Ann also introduces her work at the Classical Medicine Academy, aimed at fostering a deeper connection and understanding of classical acupuncture practices among practitioners. The conversation highlights the potential of acupuncture to elicit healing by focusing on underlying conditions and the energetic balance within the body, fundamentally advocating for a wisdom-driven approach to health and healing in the 21st century.

00:00 Introduction and  Minor Technical Difficulties

00:45 The Importance of Thinking in Healing

01:34 Exploring Wisdom in Modern Medical Sciences

03:11 Introducing the Guest: Ann Cecil-Sterman

03:18 Anne's Journey and Her Work in Acupuncture

04:50 The Art of Pulse Diagnosis and Classical Medicine Academy

05:48 The Wisdom Perspective of Healing

05:58 The Unique Teacher-Student Relationship in Healing

10:16 The Concept of 'Transmission' in Healing

12:39 The Role of Intuition and Trust in Healing

15:30 The Impact of Healing on the Healer

17:51 Understanding the Channels in Acupuncture

21:43 The Role of Blood and Fluids in Healing

28:44 The Importance of Understanding Patient's Narratives

42:56 Understanding Emotions and Their Impact on Health

45:00 The Role of Emotions in Disease Development

45:15 The Power of Questions and the Search for Answers

46:18 The Significance of Tears and Emotional Release

47:39 The Journey of Healing and Transformation

48:30 The Role of the Practitioner in the Healing Process

49:16 Understanding Healing Crises

51:13 The Importance of Trust in the Patient-Practitioner Relationship

52:15 The Impact of Beliefs on Health and Healing

52:57 Exploring the Purpose and Power of Meditation

54:43 The Role of Empathy and Connection in Healing

55:07 Understanding the Spirit in Healing

57:24 The Importance of Humility in the Healing Process

01:07:40 The Power of Pulse Diagnosis in Healing

01:13:14 The Role of Self-Cultivation in Healing

01:15:31 Exploring New Approaches to Healing

01:19:36 The Future of Healing and Medicine

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