How familiar are you with these myths about spiritual and alternative health spaces?
Myth 1: Spiritual and alternative health spaces are always safe and trustworthy.
Myth 2: All practitioners in these spaces have the best intentions for your well-being.
Myth 3: Engaging in spiritual practices and alternative health automatically leads to positive outcomes.
In this episode, Dr. Leland Stillman and I share the truth and our experiences that debunk these myths. Let's uncover the reality together.
Note: This is a 2-part episode with Dr. Stillman. In Part 2 we explore his work in functional and integrative medicine directly. This episode is focused more on the red flags and watchouts in spiritual and alternative health spaces.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Understand the potential risks in spiritual and alternative health spaces to make informed decisions about your wellness journey.
Explore the functional medicine approach to gain insights into personalized, holistic health care.
Discover the impact of minerals and heavy metals on your health for a deeper understanding of environmental influences on well-being.
Embrace the benefits of meditation for mental health to enhance your overall well-being.
Learn effective ways to navigate sales tactics in the wellness industry to make empowered choices for your health journey.
Dr. Leland Stillman's journey into functional medicine is deeply rooted in his personal encounters with the complexities of alternative health and spiritual spaces. His diverse background in biology, environmental health, and internal medicine, coupled with a rich history of exploring various healing modalities, has uniquely positioned him as an advocate for discernment in personal wellness decisions. Through his own experiences and professional expertise, Dr. Stillman offers a candid perspective on the risks and watch outs within spiritual and alternative health spaces, empowering individuals with the knowledge to navigate these domains with clarity and insight. His commitment to integrative medicine, coupled with a genuine passion for holistic well-being, makes him a trusted voice in the pursuit of balanced and informed health choices.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:06 - Introduction to Functional Medicine
00:01:31 - The Influence of Meditation
00:06:29 - Risks and Watch Outs
00:10:56 - Authentic Communication
00:13:55 - Ethical Sales Tactics
00:15:35 - Connecting with Patients
00:16:41 - Connection Between Heart and Mind
00:18:09 - Manipulative Coaching Programs
00:22:24 - Financial Exploitation in Spiritual Groups
00:26:31 - Mental Map and Narcissistic Manipulation
00:30:34 - Navigating the World with a New Map
00:31:32 - Mentorship and Authenticity
00:32:41 - Unplanned Two-Part Episode
00:33:28 - Shifting Focus to Guest's Work
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
Pure Leaf - Alternative and complementary approach to conventional plant care and pest control methods. Use code CaraJ20 for a 20% discount on your order. https://pureleafgardens.com?p=cz1xKOyZ-
Explore Dr. Stillman's site: https://stillmanmd.com
Read Dr. Stillman's book Dying to be Free: https://amzn.to/4bRd4QM
Don't You Know Who I Am? by Dr. Ramani Durvasala - A book on narcissistic personality disorder and toxic interpersonal relationships. https://amzn.to/3wYLr9k
Human Heart, Cosmic Heart by Dr. Tom Cowan - A book delving into the concept of the heart and its role in memory and emotions. https://amzn.to/3WXCdVx
Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) - A valuable tool for understanding mental maps and communication patterns.
Hypnosis - An interesting concept worth exploring for its potential insights into the subconscious mind and behavior patterns.
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