Soul & Survival

In this episode, I revisit some of my earlier written work that laid the foundation for Homeopathic Facial Analysis (HFA) and reflect on how those ideas still hold strong today. We explore Hahnemann’s miasmatic theory, examining how his research into chronic disease shaped the evolution of homeopathic practice. By breaking down the key differences between acute and chronic diseases, we highlight Hahnemann’s realizatio...

In this episode, we take a deep dive into one of the most debated topics in homeopathy - remedy repetition. We explore how Samuel Hahnemann’s views on repetition evolved over time, from strict caution against it in the early editions of the Organon to the eventual development of the LM potencies, which are entirely based on repetition. We discuss the importance of consistency in homeopathic treatment, comparing it to fundamental hu...

In this episode, we explore the distinction between symptoms and diagnoses in homeopathy, emphasizing the importance of understanding a patient’s unique experience rather than focusing on labels. We discuss how modern healthcare conditions people to rely on diagnoses while overlooking the deeper symptom patterns that reveal true constitutional weaknesses. Through practical examples, we highlight how modalities—factors that influenc...

In this episode, we reflect on the most empowering moments in my homeopathic career and explore the factors that contribute to truly transformative results. We discuss the difference between steady, long-term progress and the occasional “miracle” cases where patients experience dramatic improvements in a short time. Expanding on this, we examine how conditions like PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated ...

In this episode, continuing our discussion of survival instincts and life themes from Episode 38, we dive deeper into the nuances of how inherited stress patterns influence behavior and health. We explore the interplay between survival instincts and environmental factors, emphasizing how these dynamics shape life experiences and recurring challenges. Building on the previous episode, we focus on how unacknowledged stress and suppre...

In this episode, we dive into the concept of the survival instinct and its role in shaping personality, behavior, and health across generations. We explore how the stresses and unexpressed aspects of our parents’ lives are passed on as survival mechanisms, creating gifts and challenges for each new generation. By examining how suppression, life themes, and personality patterns influence health, we highlight how homeopathy can help ...

In this episode, we explore the parallels and distinctions between homeopathy and psychotherapy, focusing on their roles in addressing emotional and physical imbalances. Using Jung’s concept of the shadow as a foundation, we discuss how unacknowledged aspects of the self can manifest as patterns in life, often mistaken for fate. We emphasize how homeopathy offers a direct pathway to resolution by restoring balance and freeing the v...

In this follow-up episode, we delve deeper into the relationship between acute and chronic illnesses and how homeopathy adapts its approach to each. We explore the repellent model used in acute conditions like scarlet fever and the replenishment model applied in chronic care, emphasizing how these strategies support the body’s survival mechanisms. Building on our discussion of flexible dosing, we highlight the importance of symptom...

In this episode, we discuss the distinctions between trauma, acute, and chronic conditions in homeopathy, focusing on how each requires a unique approach to treatment. We challenge outdated teachings that associate remedies exclusively with specific categories, like acute or chronic, emphasizing that remedies like Arnica or Belladonna can serve across multiple contexts. Through this exploration, we explain the importance of underst...

In this episode, we discuss the practical and philosophical aspects of homeopathic case-taking, focusing on the balance between efficiency and depth. We delve into the different methods of case-taking, from written forms to face-to-face interviews, and examine the advantages and limitations of each. We highlight the importance of focusing on idiosyncratic symptoms - those unique to the individual - while avoiding distractions from ...

In this special episode, we start by discussing the Soul & Survival book, sharing its origins and purpose. We reflect on how the book was designed to engage both patients and practitioners by exploring the survival instinct through the lens of homeopathy and evolutionary psychology. By incorporating color groups and survival mechanisms into the narrative, the book provides a framework for understanding how stress responses mani...

In this episode, we examine the challenges and evolution of homeopathic training, focusing on how foundational education shapes practice and the common pitfalls practitioners face. We discuss the historical influences on modern homeopathy, including the tension between materialistic and energetic approaches. Through examples from teaching and practice, we emphasize the importance of moving beyond rigid personality profiles and keyn...

In this episode, we delve into the intricate relationship between trauma, health, and homeopathy, beginning with reflections on the insights of Dr. Gabor Maté regarding trauma’s long-lasting effects on mental and physical health. We explore how acute and chronic trauma influence energy levels and how homeopathy helps to restore balance by addressing the energetic disarray caused by trauma. Through a discussion of inherited trauma, ...

In this episode, we dive into the distinction between contemporary personality-focused homeopathy and a more traditional, symptom-based approach grounded in Hahnemann’s principles. We discuss the limitations of attempting to define patients by their personalities and emphasize how HFA (Homeopathic Facial Analysis) moves beyond superficial traits, focusing instead on the body’s natural efforts to heal. By analyzing facial structure ...

In this episode, we take a closer look at Hahnemann’s views on the limitations of nature in the healing process and the necessity of medical intervention. We discuss how nature, while powerful, cannot always fully heal the body, especially when stress or disease disrupts its processes. Drawing from Hahnemann’s teachings, we examine the role of homeopathy in stepping in when nature alone cannot complete the healing. We also address ...

In this episode, we explore the relationship between nature, healing, and the role of homeopathy. We discuss how, while nature is a powerful healing force, it is not infallible and often requires intervention to restore balance. Using analogies like setting a broken bone, we highlight that nature’s responses, particularly under stress or disease, can sometimes lead to disordered cravings or misdirected energy. We delve into the ide...

In this episode, we explore the profound influence of the Brown Miasm, especially as we approach the halfway point of the current Brown Era, which spans from 1950 to 2100. We discuss how Brown represents a balance of all three universal motions (outward, circular, and inward) creating a period of unity but also vulnerability. Our conversation touches on the idea that miasms are survival instincts, not diseases, and how each miasm’s...

In this episode, we discuss the essential connection between the survival instinct and the human soul, exploring how these two forces shape our behavior and health. We talk about the continuous balancing act between our higher self, which seeks love, art, and spirituality, and our survival instinct, which is activated in times of stress. This conversation emphasizes the critical role of energy in health, highlighting how chronic di...