Welcome to "The Healthy Healer" podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Fred Moss. Through sustained conversations, we delve deep into the journeys of healers who've found their purpose after personal transformation. Many enter the healing profession with aspirations only to grapple with reality—endless training, unexpected responsibilities, and even disillusionment. But there are those who rise above, harnessing personal healing and rediscovering their passion. Our podcast features these inspiring souls who've returned to the healing profession, stronger and more aligned than ever. Join us for riveting conversations that shed light on the true essence of healing and the incredible individuals who've redefined their paths.

Here are some key takeaways from the interview:

- Lana helps guide women who are childless not by choice to create fulfilling lives without the children they expected. She went through 7 years of unsuccessful fertility treatments herself starting at age 37.

- She provides a space for women to grieve a vision of motherhood that never existed. Many don't realize they are processing grief since there's no tangible loss.

- Lana helps them find new purpose, heal their relationship with their body, and make plans for the future. She works on their inner beliefs about who they are without children.

- When asked about religion, Lana stays neutral and lets women discuss issues related to their own faith traditions. Many feel disconnected from faith communities focused on motherhood.

- Regarding pets, Lana shared her experience feeling their home lacked love before getting her beloved dog Coco. She helps women work through judgements about pets "replacing" kids.

- Common fertility diagnoses she sees are unexplained infertility, endometriosis, PCOS, autoimmune issues and recurrent miscarriages. She helps once treatments have ended without success.

- Lana provides support around questions like "Do you have kids?" and judgements about not pursuing adoption or egg donors. Her program helps women feel pride and worthiness in their choices.

- People can find Lana through her website, Instagram, and annual in-person brunch event in Chicago before Mother's Day.

- Dr. Fred commends Lana for equipping women with empowering language and appreciates her important work.

Links:

Lana Website: https://lanamanikowski.com/

The "So Now What?" Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-so-now-what-podcast/id1584920374

Lana Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lana.manikowski/

Lana YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lana.manikowski

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Show Notes:

• Healing journey and evolution with a medical school healer. 0:00

• Infertility and identity. 4:14

• Coaching women through grief and healing. 8:45

• Pets as surrogate children. 13:36

• Fertility treatments and decision-making. 19:08

• Empowering childless women through healing and self-awareness. 23:10

Welcome to "The Healthy Healer" podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Fred Moss. Through sustained conversations, we delve deep into the journeys of healers who've found their purpose after personal transformation. Many enter the healing profession with aspirations only to grapple with reality—endless training, unexpected responsibilities, and even disillusionment. But there are those who rise above, harnessing personal healing and rediscovering their passion. Our podcast features these inspiring souls who've returned to the healing profession, stronger and more aligned than ever. Join us for riveting conversations that shed light on the true essence of healing and the incredible individuals who've redefined their paths.

Here are some key takeaways from this follow-up episode:

- Dr. Fred questions why allopathic medicine is considered "conventional" while herbal medicine is called "alternative" - even though herbs come from nature.

- He notes that allopathic medicines from corporations often don't work as claimed, unlike time-tested herbal remedies.

- Herbal combinations can address imbalances we don't even know about, through teas, foods, etc. Chinese medicine uses complex formulas with many herbs, while the West uses simpler preparations.

- Holly Bellebuono's career shows how herbalism can be a true calling and vocation. She moved to Martha's Vineyard and built a business and herbal medicine school.

- Dr. Fred wishes he had learned more about effective herbal medicines earlier, rather than focusing on allopathic medicines that often don't work.

- He found the discussion about using plants as food and medicine fascinating. Also the potential of psychedelic plant medicines to alter humanity, though their proper use requires great care.

- He recommends looking into Holly's online courses and other offerings, especially for women interested in herbalism. But her wisdom can benefit everyone.

Dr. Fred invites listeners to subscribe, share, like and comment on the show, to help it grow. He is grateful for the audience supporting The Healthy Healer.

Welcome to "The Healthy Healer" podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Fred Moss. Through sustained conversations, we delve deep into the journeys of healers who've found their purpose after personal transformation. Many enter the healing profession with aspirations only to grapple with reality—endless training, unexpected responsibilities, and even disillusionment. But there are those who rise above, harnessing personal healing and rediscovering their passion. Our podcast features these inspiring souls who've returned to the healing profession, stronger and more aligned than ever. Join us for riveting conversations that shed light on the true essence of healing and the incredible individuals who've redefined their paths.

Here are some key takeaways from the interview:

- Holly became interested in herbal medicine through her love of gardening and plants. She learned herbs could be both edible and medicinal, which appealed to her science background from her pharmacist father and nurse mother.

- Holly runs the Bellebuono School of Herbal Medicine, where she teaches students to think about herbs based on their actions (astringent, anti-inflammatory etc) rather than a "magic bullet" cure. She provides a foundational 2-3 week intensive course.

- She discussed some differences between Chinese and Western herbalism. Chinese medicine uses complex formulas with many herbs, while Western focuses on simpler preparations.

- When asked about psychedelics, Holly said they are a completely different level from everyday herbs she works with. She thinks there is potential but we need to proceed carefully and respectfully.

- For basic health, Holly recommends eating tonic herbs that are nutritive and safe, like nettles, dandelion, and red clover. Making simple teas and foods is a gentle way to introduce herbs.

- Holly wrote a book "Women Healers of the World" interviewing herbalists globally to learn about women's roles caring for health in various cultures.

- Her latest book is a beginner guide to enjoying herbs from your garden. She also has online courses in herbal medicine topics.

Holly's message is to keep investing in learning and stay curious. Knowledge helps us care for our health and make informed choices.

Links:

Holly Website: https://school.hollybellebuono.com/

www.HollyBellebuono.com The Bellebuono School of Herbal Medicine The Selle Entrepreneur Network Facebook: /Holly.Bellebuono Instagram: /HollyBellebuono LinkedIn: /HollyBellebuono Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/author/hollybellebuono

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Show Notes:

• Becoming an herbalist and using plants for healing. 0:00

• Herbal medicine and its applications. 5:07

• Herbal medicine approaches and traditions around the world. 11:28

• Transitioning from herbalism to psychedelics. 17:58

• Herbal supplements and their quality. 22:22

• Herbalism, medicine, and sustainability with an experienced herbalist. 30:02

Welcome to "The Healthy Healer" podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Fred Moss. Through sustained conversations, we delve deep into the journeys of healers who've found their purpose after personal transformation. Many enter the healing profession with aspirations only to grapple with reality—endless training, unexpected responsibilities, and even disillusionment. But there are those who rise above, harnessing personal healing and rediscovering their passion. Our podcast features these inspiring souls who've returned to the healing profession, stronger and more aligned than ever. Join us for riveting conversations that shed light on the true essence of healing and the incredible individuals who've redefined their paths.

Here are some key takeaways from this follow-up episode:

- Sleep quality is more important than quantity. Just counting hours slept does not indicate how restorative the sleep was.

- Good sleep requires honoring your natural sleep and wake cycles. Go to sleep when tired and be awake when awake. Don't force or resist either state.

- Sleep hygiene is critical - the activities and environment before bedtime. Dim lights, avoid electronics, relaxing rituals. As important as morning routines.

- Naps can be restorative if taken when naturally tired. Don't oversleep and disrupt sleep-wake cycle. Let yourself wake up naturally.

- What and when you eat and drink affects sleep. Caffeine, alcohol, and late night meals can impair sleep onset and continuity.

- Take time to consciously transition from waking to sleeping state. Mimic morning routines with baths, reading, meditation. Don't just jump into bed.

Overall, be as intentional about sleep habits as daily morning rituals. Quality sleep requires both quantity and excellent sleep hygiene practices. Make sleep a priority.

Welcome to "The Healthy Healer" podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Fred Moss. Through sustained conversations, we delve deep into the journeys of healers who've found their purpose after personal transformation. Many enter the healing profession with aspirations only to grapple with reality—endless training, unexpected responsibilities, and even disillusionment. But there are those who rise above, harnessing personal healing and rediscovering their passion. Our podcast features these inspiring souls who've returned to the healing profession, stronger and more aligned than ever. Join us for riveting conversations that shed light on the true essence of healing and the incredible individuals who've redefined their paths.

Here are some key takeaways from the interview:

- Dr. Zia has shown grit and resilience throughout her life and career. As a child in Pakistan, she was inspired to become a doctor and pursued that dream despite challenges.

- She moved to the U.S. for medical training and worked in underserved areas like the Bronx. She kept pursuing new opportunities like critical care and sleep medicine fellowships, even when it meant sacrifices.

- Dr. Zia is now a sleep medicine specialist in California. She started her own telemedicine company to help bridge the gap in care, given the shortage of sleep doctors. Her company uses virtual visits and home sleep tests to diagnose and treat sleep apnea much faster.

- She discusses the prevalence and impacts of untreated sleep disorders, like sleep apnea. This includes effects on memory, mood, heart health, and even cancer risk. She advises people with symptoms like snoring, daytime fatigue, or waking frequently at night to get evaluated.

- Treatments now go beyond just CPAP machines and also include oral devices, surgery, pacemakers, and more. Dr. Zia aims to increase awareness and access to sleep medicine through her telehealth company.

Overall, the podcast covers Dr. Zia's inspirational journey to becoming a sleep medicine leader through hard work, perseverance, and commitment to serving others. She offers insight into sleep health and the field of sleep medicine.

Links:

Dr. Zia Website: https://www.telemedora.com/

Dr. Zia FB: https://www.facebook.com/subaila.zia

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Show Notes:

• Resilience and purpose in healthcare career. 0:07

• Sleep disorders and telemedicine solutions. 4:25

• Resilience, family, and medical career. 11:53

• Medical career paths and personal experiences. 15:59

• Sleep apnea diagnosis and treatment options. 23:00

Welcome to "The Healthy Healer" podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Fred Moss. Through sustained conversations, we delve deep into the journeys of healers who've found their purpose after personal transformation. Many enter the healing profession with aspirations only to grapple with reality—endless training, unexpected responsibilities, and even disillusionment. But there are those who rise above, harnessing personal healing and rediscovering their passion. Our podcast features these inspiring souls who've returned to the healing profession, stronger and more aligned than ever. Join us for riveting conversations that shed light on the true essence of healing and the incredible individuals who've redefined their paths.

Here are some key takeaways from this follow-up episode:

- Anxiety originates in the body's nervous system, not the mind as commonly believed. The nervous system becomes fragile over time without proper care.

- Daniel Packard has developed a proven system to repair the nervous system and permanently eliminate anxiety in 6-8 weeks.

- His program uses customized exercises done repetitively to accumulate positive changes quickly. You only pay if it succeeds.

- Anxiety is not a disorder, but an indicator of an underlying issue, like pain from dental problems indicates the need for care.

- Conventional treatment of anxiety focuses on managing symptoms, not solving the root cause. Daniel aims to disrupt this by getting actual results.

- Depression can lift by calming the nervous system, though it may take longer than anxiety to fully resolve.

- We must transform the narrative around mental health conditions to view them as solvable, not just containable. Healing is possible.

- More practitioners could guarantee results, not just services. Ask yourself if you are getting true outcomes for clients.

The main focus is that anxiety is curable by treating the real cause.

Welcome to "The Healthy Healer" podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Fred Moss. Through sustained conversations, we delve deep into the journeys of healers who've found their purpose after personal transformation. Many enter the healing profession with aspirations only to grapple with reality—endless training, unexpected responsibilities, and even disillusionment. But there are those who rise above, harnessing personal healing and rediscovering their passion. Our podcast features these inspiring souls who've returned to the healing profession, stronger and more aligned than ever. Join us for riveting conversations that shed light on the true essence of healing and the incredible individuals who've redefined their paths.

Here are some key takeaways from the podcast interview with Daniel Packard:

- Anxiety does not originate in the mind as commonly believed, but in the body's nervous system. When the nervous system is neglected and becomes fragile, it releases pain and anxiety.

- The root cause of anxiety is not taking proper daily care of the nervous system over time. We are not taught nervous system hygiene like dental hygiene.

- Anxiety can be solved in 6-8 weeks by taking the nervous system through a proven step-by-step repair process. This rebuilds trust and safety within yourself.

- Daniel created a successful program and company based on getting results. Clients only pay when the program works and anxiety is eliminated.

- The program uses repetition of customized exercises 4 times per day to accumulate positive changes quickly. An app tracks progress.

- Other issues like depression, OCD, and fear can improve by calming the nervous system. Depression may take longer to fully resolve.

- Daniel aims to spread this understanding and solutions globally. It can help various fields and institutions plagued by rising anxiety.

- Skepticism is understandable given the novel approach. But the program's success rate and payment terms allow risk-free trying.

The main focus is conveying Daniel's effective solution for anxiety.

Links:

Daniel FB: https://www.facebook.com/daniel.packard.info

Daniel Website: https://www.danielpackard.com/

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Show Notes:

• Mindfulness and grounding with a special guest. 0:03

• Beekeeping, mindfulness, and personal identity. 3:26

• Bee communication and meditation. 8:25

• Meditation, energy shifts, and interspecies communication. 13:25

• Energy, frequency, and vibration in everyday life. 16:01

• Meditation, energy, and vibrations. 20:46

• Meditation, energy healing, and personal growth. 26:26

Welcome to "The Healthy Healer" podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Fred Moss. Through sustained conversations, we delve deep into the journeys of healers who've found their purpose after personal transformation. Many enter the healing profession with aspirations only to grapple with reality—endless training, unexpected responsibilities, and even disillusionment. But there are those who rise above, harnessing personal healing and rediscovering their passion. Our podcast features these inspiring souls who've returned to the healing profession, stronger and more aligned than ever. Join us for riveting conversations that shed light on the true essence of healing and the incredible individuals who've redefined their paths.

Here are some key takeaways from this follow-up episode:

- Helena Summer epitomizes someone born to teach love, as it is clear she knows the difference between hate and love from lived experience.

- She helps people connect to the essence of love within themselves, not just teach strategies for finding relationships.

- Her traumatic experiences, including being a refugee, led her to confront the hatred in her own heart and start teaching love.

- She sees love as involving playfulness, interest, magic, purity, gentleness, aliveness, comfort, harmony - not just infatuation.

- Her message is to "live delicious" - fully open to love, not bogged down in negativity.

- Dr. Fred is inspired to more deeply explore being a loving, beautiful human being.

- The essence is that we all have access to infinite love if we can remove obstacles like distraction and survival patterns.

- Tapping into love can be a foundation for all of life's experiences and relationships.

We invite you listeners to explore embodying more love in your lives.

The main themes are the difference between surface and essence when it comes to love, love as a healing force, and taking steps to more fully embody love. Helena models accessing inner wisdom about love even from hardship.

Welcome to "The Healthy Healer" podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Fred Moss. Through sustained conversations, we delve deep into the journeys of healers who've found their purpose after personal transformation. Many enter the healing profession with aspirations only to grapple with reality—endless training, unexpected responsibilities, and even disillusionment. But there are those who rise above, harnessing personal healing and rediscovering their passion. Our podcast features these inspiring souls who've returned to the healing profession, stronger and more aligned than ever. Join us for riveting conversations that shed light on the true essence of healing and the incredible individuals who've redefined their paths.

Here are some key takeaways from this episode:

- Helena believes that love is at the core of who she is. When she connects to love, she feels her true essence. Without love, she feels something is missing in herself.

- She helps people improve their relationships by helping them connect more deeply to their own essence. This allows them to have more fulfilling connections with others.

- She went through a traumatic experience during the war in Croatia in 1991 when she was separated from her family and ended up in a refugee camp. This caused her to confront the hatred in her own heart and realize she needed to transform it with love in order to stop the cycle of violence.

- Her methods for helping people grew out of her experience in the refugee camp and her spiritual seeking, including becoming a nun for a time. She aims to help people slow down, turn inward, and make peace in their hearts.

- She emphasizes the difference between the madness of infatuation versus real love, which has a gentle purity to it.

- Her message is to "live delicious" - to live fully from an open heart, focusing on what's delicious in life rather than getting bogged down in negativity. This gives more meaning to our short lives.

Overall, her story is an inspiring one about the power of love to heal trauma and change the world by changing one heart at a time. She embodies the principles of a healthy healer.

Links:

https://helenasummer.com/

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Show Notes:

• Self-love and sustainability with a guest speaker. 0:00

• Love, relationships, and self-awareness. 4:04

• Love, relationships, and authenticity. 10:39

• Healing and love after personal trauma. 13:51

• Healing, love, and authenticity with a guest. 20:04

Welcome to "The Healthy Healer" podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Fred Moss. Through sustained conversations, we delve deep into the journeys of healers who've found their purpose after personal transformation. Many enter the healing profession with aspirations only to grapple with reality—endless training, unexpected responsibilities, and even disillusionment. But there are those who rise above, harnessing personal healing and rediscovering their passion. Our podcast features these inspiring souls who've returned to the healing profession, stronger and more aligned than ever. Join us for riveting conversations that shed light on the true essence of healing and the incredible individuals who've redefined their paths.

Here are some key takeaways from this follow-up episode:

- Kara Goodwin teaches meditation and mindfulness as tools for greater harmony, connection and self-awareness.

- Meditation helps us attune to subtle energies and frequencies, harmonizing mind, body and spirit. Animals naturally perceive these energies.

- Dr. Fred shares how his cat, Valentino, senses his emotional states and energy shifts, even during meditation. Animals model presence.

- A mindfulness practice allowed Kara to remain calm when bees were angered, avoiding attack. She was able to listen to their communication.

- Meditation facilitates transcending reactive patterns, tuning into the present moment. It can enhance intuition and relationships.

- By healing herself and finding inner stillness, Kara embodies a "healthy healer" who helps others with these practices.

The episode emphasizes meditation's role in self-discovery, elevating perception, harmonic resonance with all life, and embodying healer qualities.

Key themes are meditation for heightened awareness, connection, presence, and personal growth to become a more effective healer.