The Wellness Podcast

Today we revisit the Women who run with the Wolves, by Clarissa Pinkola Estes. We read through the story of La Loba, the bone collector. We discuss how our bones may be sung over, and the place of the sacred ritual in helping restore our lost aspects.

Today we begin our detox journey. This is the first step and its all about preparation and planning.

Join us as we begin our journey up the chakras. Spend this month working on your roots and base, that way ensuring we have a strong solid foundation as we work our way up. Join us on our Facebook group, https://www.facebook.com/groups/456917811540951/?source_id=452885641484312 and make sure to find any additional information, such as activities, guided meditation, and detox support at thebarefootdoctor.com.au http://thebarefootdoctor.com.au/?p=6898

Hi everyone, I know this episode may be controversial due to issues of cultural appropriation. I am always open to learning and therefore have already edited and corrected some of the information I had already presented. I want to include this episode because I think it's important that we understand the history of yoga, and how it was saved from the brink of extinction. This is the story of one Guru and his 4 students, and how their actions saved this dying practice.

In The Wellness Podcast this week, we begin our journey through one of my favourite books. Women who Run with the wolves. We are going to read through the beautiful, magical, and healing work of Jungian analyst Clarissa Pinkola Estes Today, we read through the introduction to this potent book. This book is medicine for your soul. If you feel defeated, lost, anxious, and generally not yourself, then join me as we reclaim the wild woman within. Introduction: Singing Over The Bones "We are filled with a longing for the wild. There are few culturally sanctioned antidotes for this yearning. We were taught to feel shame for such a desire. We grew our hair long and used it to hide our feelings. But the shadow of Wild Women still lurks behind us during our days and in our nights. No matter where we are, the shadow that trots behind us is definitely four - footed." Clarissa Pinkola Estes Ph.D https://thebarefootdoctor.com.au/women-who-run-with-the-wo…/

Meet Kristi Boles How open heart surgery and a diagnosis of Marfan Syndrome in 2011 taught Kristi the value of taking a whole body approach to her health. Kristi knows what it’s like to be desperately unwell. She endured months of pain, fatigue, insomnia, migraines and eventually heart palpitations before being diagnosed with Marfan Syndrome in 2011. It turned out she had a dissection of the aorta – in fact, a six centimetre aneurism at the aortic valve. After her 10 hour, life-saving, open heart surgery, Kristi struggled to accept how the syndrome would affect her life – she could no longer play contact sport, lift heavy items or perform a number of other everyday tasks. What’s more, her recovery from surgery was slow and tedious. Kristi’s immune system was weak and her gut health poor. New beginnings By 2014, three years after her surgery, Kristi had broadened her approach to her physical and mental health. She had enlisted a naturopath, osteopath, acupuncturist and kinesiologist. By focussing more on the fundamentals of hydration, nutrition, sleep, stress management and exercise – as well as her clinical treatment plan – Kristi regained her overall health and wellbeing. A mission to help others Since then, the principle podiatrist and director of two Allied Health practices has qualified as an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. And she is determined to help others speed up the healing process and return to their best life, sooner. Introducing Allied Wellness! Hear more from Kristi Boles and her experience with Marfan Syndrome. You can find Kristi here: https://alliedwellness.com.au/meet-kristi-boles/ https://www.pattersonalliedhealth.com.au/ http://caseyalliedhealth.com.au/

Welcome to the chakra system. Today we will go through a brief introduction to the chakras. Their purpose, their functions, their locations, their imbalances and ways we can help balance them.

Welcome back to The Wellness Podcast. I apologize for taking so long, but 2020 has really thrown us a curved ball and Ive been sitting with the enormity of it all. I begin this episode with a poem I wrote after the bushfires. Then I touch on those topical subjects that have slammed us this year. If you have any questions or just want to get in touch. You can find me here thebarefootdoctor.com.au

BODY: Welcome to our final episode for season 1. I have finished off the season with my FAVOURITE topic, FASTING! This is one of our most under utilized health tonics. Today we will discuss how, why, what, and when to fast. Make sure to check out the website, thebarefootdoctor.com.au, where I've included all the studies I discuss,, as well as, programs, tips, advice, and support! Just make sure to get the all clear from you health and wellness practitioners. I recommend getting a blood test done before and then afterwards so you can compare the results. I think your mind will be blown at how potent this practice is. Now I'm off to enjoy some time in nature with my family, while I plan our next wonderful season of The Wellness Podcast.

BODY: Welcome to the 11th episode of the Wellness Podcast. Today we are going to explore Chinese medicine and the Gut. Chinese medicine has a unique and poetic approach to the gut. We view it as the earth element and everything else revolves around the earth. Now, as western medicine is slowly beginning to catch up, we realize how paramount a healthy gut is to our health. For more information, show notes, and more go to thebarefootdoctor.com.au

MIND: In this weeks episode of The Wellness Podcast, we explore the ancient practice of pranayama. Pranayama translates to breath-work. This practice is simple, but potent as we can address underlying anxiety and sympathetic nervous responses. All it takes is 5 mins to help settle the mind, dampen down those adrenal responses, and help ground you. Prana means life force or breath sustaining the body; Ayama translates as "to extend or draw out." Together the two mean breath extension or control. Pranayama are breathing exercises which clear the physical and emotional obstacles in our body to free the breath and so the flow of prana - life energy. Through regular and sustained practice of pranayama you can supercharge your whole body! For more information check out thebarefootdoctor.com.au

BODY: In this weeks episode we are introduced to the wonderful world of fermentation! We cover the history and how man evolved with the ferments since neolithic times! We cover who should NOT take probiotics and their contra-indications. We discuss the benefits of fermented foods, and which are better and why, fermented foods or probiotic supplements?

MIND: In today's episode, we conclude our two-part series of Death, Grief, and Transition. Today we include a "Clearing of the Cords" exercise. During this dark passage, grieving, sadness, and loss are all normal healthy emotions to be experiencing. This exercise is a way to help us when we are feeling or experiencing actions that are not healthy, such as excessive anger, self-hatred, shame, guilt, self-harming, and addiction. If you need help then do not be afraid to reach out, grievance councilors offer support and tools to help you through the darkest of times. Use this exercise as an adjunct to the support of family, friends, and professional help. For further information go to thebarefootdoctor.com.au

SPIRIT: In this weeks episode of The Wellness Podcast, we cover the topic of Death, Grief, and Transition. I woke up to some very sad news. My best friends partner had died after a long battle with cancer. This will shape the show. Having lost many close to me, I was always going to cover this topic, however, I had hoped it would not have been so soon. In this episode I share my personal journey, the way death has shaped me and the lives of those I have lost. Equally terrible, and beautiful. The art of dying is something we need to honour, to express, and to share. Book List Love, Medicine, and Miracles by Bernie Siegel Dying to be Me by Anita Moorjani Conversations with God A New Earth and The Power of Now by Eckart Tolle Final Gifts by Maggie Callanan and Patricia Kelley Dreaming the Dark by Starhawk The Tibetan Book of the Dying

BODY: Welcome to your slow elimination detox program. It is the first step because a slow elimination program helps to decrease our toxic load with less risk and reduced symptoms of a healing crisis. Therefore, whether you are looking at an overall wellness plan, seasonal eating plan, or fasting plan, we need to eliminate the unhealthy foods and replace them with nutrient-dense whole foods and fresh, juices. But it's important to make sure the juices are freshly squeezed, and full of as many veggies as they are fruits! We want to flood your body with all the vitamins and minerals it needs to perform its function well and to also speed up the detoxification process. How exciting is it to begin your journey with your very first STEP! For more detailed information, show notes and support, please go to thebarefootdoctor.com.au

HEART MEDICINE: Today we cover the topic of our inner child. what is it? What are signs it is wounded? Why should we heal it? How should we heal it? And, what are the benefits of healing our inner child? The inner child is that small part of us that adults often express through their emotions. When the inner child is healthy it can express itself through the adult as creativity, discovery, play, intimacy, love, passion, enthusiasm, curiosity, and belief. ​ However, our inner child may be wounded, and crying out for attention. This may occur when the adult is carrying the pain of their childhood through their adult life. This pain is held in their subconscious. The subconscious does not have a concept of time, and therefore someone may be in their fifties, but they may feel the pain of a hurt child or the age of 5, just like it happened yesterday. Consequently, their responses to life seem infected with this pain, and they appear to act childlike. The scars of childhood abuse and neglect affect adults’ brains for decades to come. Though not for everyone, if it is for you it's profoundly healing. Even if the events of the past were traumatic, the therapy we share isn't, in fact healing the inner child can be delightful and joyful too! Reward yourself and your inner child with things that create heart medicine. Laughter and love are deeply healing. Included, after the credits, is a 15 minute Inner Child Healing Journey. For show notes, questions, or suggestions, please go to thebarefootdoctor.com.au

SPIRIT: Today we meet our co-host, Cynthia Rugari from abundantlifetherapies.com.au Cynthia is a spiritual warrior and facilitator of women's and girls' circles. Today we heal the SPIRIT as we explore the wonderful topic of The Red Tent. We discuss the history of Red Tents, and why women and men need their sacred space. What is the difference between the two? We also cover the importance of reclaiming rites of passage, healing the sacred feminine, and how to honour ourselves and one another. Finally, we touch on how holding these circles helps to heal ourselves and in turn the world. Yes, circles really are that important. We've been holding circles since man could walk upright, and could sit around a fire. It is our oldest form of social interaction, and as one of our oldest archetypal* experiences, holds a central role within our psyche. For show notes and other information regarding this podcast, go to thebarefootdoctor.com.au http://thebarefootdoctor.com.au/the-red-tent-s01e04/

BODY: Our first interview with Tomaya Weiser is an inspiring one. She is not just the embodiment of The Barefoot Doctor, with many healing modalities under her belt and the creatrix of her own, Body Connect Healing. Tomaya Weiser is also a Wandering Doctor, with inspiring stories about her extensive travels around the world. Along the way, she has both experienced and learned new modes of medicine, some natural, others orthodox, and many alternatives. This is the ultimate feel-good story, as we learn how she faced and overcame enormous personal, and health challenges with grace and a balanced approach of both western and energetic medicine. Now, this healer is here to share her journey with us and to help heal others along the way. Please go to thebarefootdoctor.com.au for show notes and links. http://thebarefootdoctor.com.au/interview-with-tomaya-weiser/

MIND: In this episode, we cover the benefits of meditation. We answer the question, what is meditation? as well as, discuss what meditation is not. Please go to thebarefootdoctor.com.au for show notes and links. And stick around until after the credits where we share a guided meditation which is wonderful for stress, anxiety, and depression. Length 13 minutes. http://thebarefootdoctor.com.au/the-wellness-podcast-meditation-s01e02/

Hi everyone, I’m Catherine Argyros, I'm your barefoot doctor, and I’m here to help you live your most connected life possible. As a healer and a practitioner, the most potent tool I have to offer my client is the knowledge and skill of healing, wellness, and preventative medicine. Welcome to The Wellness Podcast, where we support healthy living with simple wisdom. Now, this is not an ordinary podcast episode, instead, it's a short summary to introduce to you exactly what this podcast series is all about. Think of this episode as the equivalent of an about me page on a website, it sort of explains the podcast will cover, who I am, and what you can expect going forward. http://thebarefootdoctor.com.au/introduction-the-wellness-podcast/