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Paul Denniston, founder of Grief Yoga, joins Abdullah Boulad for a conversation that moves through grief, movement, identity, and the ways the body holds what the mind cannot always process.

Paul reflects on how his path began in places of anxiety, emotional suppression, and coping mechanisms that numbed rather than healed. He speaks openly about his childhood, his relationship with his sister, and the anticipatory grief that shaped so much of his inner world. From hitting rock bottom to entering recovery, he shares the moments and the people, who helped him find steadiness again.

Tune in for a thoughtful conversation about yoga, connection, healing, and the body’s role in emotional health.

About Paul:
Paul Denniston is the founder of Grief Yoga, a therapeutic movement method that helps people express and process emotional pain through the body. With experience in yoga, breathwork, dance, and movement therapy, he has trained thousands of mental health professionals, hospice workers, and grief counselors worldwide.

00:00:00 – Discovering Yoga Through Grief and Anxiety
00:01:03 – Introduction to Paul Denniston 
00:02:06 – Childhood, Religion, and Emotional Suppression
00:03:32 – Coping Mechanisms: Food, Substances, and Anxiety
00:04:44 – Yoga as a Gateway for Emotional Release
00:07:05 – Addiction and Rock Bottom
00:10:46 – Relationship with Sister and Anticipatory Grief
00:15:27 – The Wake-Up Call and Beginning Recovery
00:17:03 – Support Systems and Somatic Practice
00:21:01 – First Yoga Class and Impact of Kindness
00:25:04 – From Fitness to Deep Connection in Yoga
00:28:34 – Gender, Misconceptions, and Spiritual Identity
00:31:52 – Integrating Mind, Body, and Spirit
00:36:19 – Western vs. Eastern Yoga Approaches
00:41:37 – Redefining Grief as Unwanted Change
00:45:15 – The Grief Yoga Cycle of Transformation
00:48:41 – Where Trauma Lives in the Body
00:53:42 – Grief Brain and Emotional Fog
01:02:48 – Movement, Breath, and Voice Techniques
01:14:22 – Guided Laughter Yoga Practice
01:20:09 – Balance, Joy, and Closing Reflections

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Bea Palya, singer, songwriter, and vocal artist, joins Abdullah Boulad on Living a Life in Balance for a heartfelt conversation about healing, creativity, and the power of the human voice.
 
Speaking with honesty and clarity, Bea reflects on the profound shifts that followed her divorce and the pain that took her to a very low point. She shares how music became the light she held onto, and how writing songs and using her voice helped her move through grief, rebuild her inner world, and reconnect with herself. Her story is a reminder that the darkest moments can become the ground where something new and meaningful begins to grow.
 
🔗 Tune in for a gentle and deeply authentic exploration of the voice as a healing tool, the resilience that emerges in difficult times, and the unexpected ways creativity can guide us back to balance.
 
About Bea:
Bea Palya is a Hungarian singer and vocal artist known for her emotionally rich sound and her ability to weave personal storytelling with profound musical expression. Through decades of performance, teaching, and artistic exploration, she has developed a unique approach to voice work that blends music, embodiment, and emotional honesty. Her work continues to inspire people to use their own voice as a pathway to healing, freedom, and inner connection.
 
00:00:00 – Welcome and Introduction to Bea Palya
00:01:46 – Musical Childhood and Folk Rituals
00:02:30 – First Breakup and Therapeutic Singing
00:05:11 – Songwriting and Emotional Expression
00:06:22 – Creating the “Sing Yourself to Freedom” Method
00:07:34 – From Performer to Teacher
00:08:43 – Singing in Community and Connection
00:09:17 – Emotional Resonance of Folk Songs
00:10:53 – Music’s Physical Impact
00:11:51 – Divorce, Rebirth, and Writing Anthems
00:15:24 – Covid, Growth, and Online Teaching
00:17:34 – Fear of Success and Expanding Reach
00:19:38 – Roots, Loneliness, and Ambition
00:23:50 – The 4 Pillars of Her Voice Method
00:29:55 – Breaking Perfectionism Through Singing
00:36:21 – Voice, Sexuality, and Energy Work
00:55:56 – Using Voice in Trauma Recovery
01:27:47 – Live Song Performance and Final Reflection
 
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In this deeply honest episode, Jacobo Rengifo Cavestany, Relapse Prevention Therapist at The Balance, shares his personal journey through addiction, grief, and recovery. He speaks about the shame of hiding his struggles, the impact of losing his sister, and the spiral into depression that followed.
 
Jacobo opens up about what it really means to hit rock bottom—manipulation, relapse, and suicidal thoughts—while also reflecting on the moments that helped him begin to heal: therapy, trust, and learning to face emotions rather than escape them.
 
Today, as a practitioner, Jacobo transforms his lived experience into guidance for others. He explains why empathy, honesty, and individualized recovery are at the heart of his work, and what long-term healing really looks like: imperfect, non-linear, but deeply human.
 
🔗 Tune in for an unfiltered conversation about addiction, loss, and recovery—and the strength it takes to start again.
 
About Jacobo: Having walked the path of addiction and recovery himself, Jacobo brings a unique blend of lived experience and therapeutic expertise to his work. He understands the complexity of relapse, the weight of shame, and the courage it takes to heal. Through empathy and authenticity, he helps others find their own way forward.
 
00:00:00 – Early Addiction & Shame
00:00:53 – Introduction & Episode Overview
00:02:06 – Hiding Addiction & Family Discovery
00:04:52 – Gambling, Confession & Sister’s Suicide
00:06:07 – Grief, Depression & Emotional Collapse
00:08:35 – Tools for Coping with Depression
00:09:13 – First Addictions, Emotional Avoidance & Early Exposure
00:10:50 – Childhood, Genetics & Environment
00:12:05 – Behavioral vs. Substance Addiction
00:14:04 – Losing Control & Emotional Numbing
00:19:15 – Stealing, Manipulation & Rock Bottom
00:22:58 – Substance Use & Suicidal Thoughts
00:24:00 – Bullying, Isolation & Social Challenges
00:25:38 – Rehab, Resistance & Starting Recovery
00:28:43 – Time, Motivation & Individualized Recovery
00:32:43 – Addiction as the Only Light Left
00:34:04 – Relapse, Guilt & Learning Through Failure
00:38:13 – Trust, Therapy & Emotional Healing
00:41:05 – Emotional Education, Honesty & Technology’s Impact
00:44:11 – Storytelling, Empathy & Sister’s Memory
00:51:58 – Processing Loss & Unanswered Questions
00:53:22 – From Patient to Practitioner: Why He Now Helps Others
00:57:13 – Therapy Models & Building Trust with Clients
01:08:17 – Preparing for Life After Rehab
01:13:42 – Substituting Addictions & What Recovery Really Means
01:25:32 – Long-Term Recovery & Final Advice
 
For further mental health information and support, visit The Balance RehabClinic website: https://balancerehabclinic.com/
 
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The Balance RehabClinic in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, has been named Winner in the Interior – Healthcare category at the ICONIC Award 2025. In this episode, anySCALE founders Karin Hepp and Andreas Thomczyk share the vision behind the clinic’s design—how architecture, flow, and holistic principles came together to create a healing environment. From privacy and sensory design to natural light and garden spaces, they reveal how thoughtful design can support mental health and redefine healthcare.
 
🔗 Tune in for an inspiring conversation on creating spaces that ground us, restore balance, and transform the way we live.
 
About anySCALE: An international architecture and design firm with a diverse portfolio of projects that showcase innovation, sustainability, and a strong design ethos. With passionate and resilient teams based in Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Mallorca, and Singapore, anySCALE continues to push boundaries in creating spaces that inspire and endure.
 
00:00:00 – Introduction & Award Announcement
00:01:32 – Meet Karin Hepp and Andreas Thomczyk; Founders of anySCALE
00:04:54 – The Architects’ Journey: Vienna to Mallorca
00:10:59 – Choosing Mallorca & Shifting to Private Projects
00:15:12 – Meeting Abdullah & The Balance Vision
00:17:36 – Designing for Therapy, Staff & Multidimensional Use
00:18:16 – User-Centred Design: Listening First
00:21:13 – Layout, Flow & Custom Furniture
00:26:33 – Integrating Feng Shui & Holistic Design
00:28:47 – Material Choices, Color Debates & Local Influence
00:31:47 – Centred Energy: A Space That Grounds You
00:33:01 – Architecture as Mental Health Support
00:34:57 – Privacy, Sensory Design & Safe Therapeutic Spaces
00:39:48 – Outdoor Spaces, Natural Light & the Garden Feeling
00:41:45 – Beyond the Hospital: A New Model for Healthcare Spaces
00:44:29 – Creating Comfort & Breaking Hierarchies
00:47:56 – Modest Luxury: Simplicity, Materials & Sensory Depth
00:51:06 – Winning the ICONIC Award: What It Means
00:56:37 – Design Tips: How to Create Balance in Your Space, Your Home Environment
 
For further mental health information and support, visit The Balance RehabClinic website: https://balancerehabclinic.com/ 
 
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Fernanda Lima Sento Sé, Clinical Dietitian and Nutritionist at The Balance RehabClinic, shares her powerful journey of healing and how food, lifestyle, and mindful choices can transform our relationship with the body. From a health crisis that sparked her anti-inflammatory path to years of studying nutrition, she explores the deep connection between what we eat, how we live, and how we feel, highlighting the profound impact of inflammation and gut health on overall well-being through the lens of functional medicine.
 
In this episode, Fernanda opens up about her early medical struggles, the role of genetics and environment, and how nutrition became both a tool for recovery and a lifelong mission. With a grounded and compassionate approach, she reflects on the influence of processed foods, stress, hydration, and cultural habits, while offering insights into the microbiome, toxins, and the delicate gut-brain connection.
 
🔗 Tune in for a real conversation on the small, sustainable shifts that can create lasting wellness.
 
About Fernanda: Rooted in both science and lived experience, Fernanda integrates research on microbiome diversity, epigenetics, and lifestyle medicine into her work. Through education and personalized guidance, she helps others navigate complex health challenges while cultivating balance, vitality, and long-term resilience.
 
00:00:00 – Fernanda’s Health Crisis & the Start of Her Anti-Inflammatory Journey
00:01:23 – Episode Overview: Inflammation, Gut Health & Functional Nutrition
00:02:42 – A Healthy Childhood, Medical Struggles & Early Nutrition Curiosity
00:08:10 – Allergies, Autoimmunity & the Role of Environment and Diet
00:09:57 – Genetics, Epigenetics & Lifestyle Choices
00:12:41 – Choosing Nutrition: University Crisis & Transformational Diet Changes
00:15:52 – Developing Protocols & Learning from Scleroderma
00:18:45 – Functional Medicine & Precision Nutrition Influence
00:19:43 – Understanding Inflammation: Acute, Chronic & Silent
00:23:07 – Recognizing Inflammation: Physical Symptoms & Root Causes
00:26:40 – Water, Hydration & the Inflammation Connection
00:31:03 – Hydration Habits, Soft Drinks & Cultural Shifts
00:36:33 – Processed Foods, Stress, Sleep & Gut Health
00:38:58 – Toxins, Microbiome Diversity & Immune Resilience
00:41:54 – Microbiome Development: Birth, Breastfeeding & Early Life
00:44:15 – Chemical Exposure, Beauty Trends & Traditional Practices
00:48:33 – Macronutrients: Proteins, Carbs, and the Pitfalls of Diet Trends
00:51:03 – Keto, Elimination Diets & the Importance of Personalization
00:56:56 – Stress, Individualized Diets & When to Refer to Psychologists
01:03:29 – Local, Seasonal Eating & Practical Travel Tips
01:15:11 – Fruits, Juicing & the Truth About Sugar Detoxes
01:20:58 – IBS, Microbiome, and Digestive Resilience
01:33:16 – Fecal Transplants, Microbiome Therapy & Mental Health Links
01:40:49 – Gut-Brain Axis: Stress, Diaphragm & Physical Gut Tension
01:43:18 – Gut Health Assessment: Stool Testing & Scientific Limits
01:51:39 – Treating IBS, Histamine Intolerance & Leaky Gut Protocols
02:06:41 – Supplement Strategy: When, Why & What to Use
02:14:49 – Fernanda’s Daily Habits & Final Wellness Advice
 
For further mental health information and support, visit The Balance RehabClinic website: https://balancerehabclinic.com/ 
 
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Estela Garcia, Yoga Teacher, Breathwork and Mindfulness Facilitator, shares how presence, movement, and healing practices can help us reconnect with ourselves and navigate life’s challenges with grace. Drawing from a deeply personal journey, Estela explores how yoga became her anchor during times of grief, identity shifts, and transformation.

In this episode, Estela opens up about her path from the world of acting to becoming a teacher of yoga and sound healing. She reflects on the power of community, the impact of emotional loss, and how presence can become a tool for both healing and empowerment. With insights on breathwork, nervous system regulation, and how to approach yoga without ego, Estela offers a grounded, compassionate perspective on inner growth.

🔗 Tune in for a grounded conversation on reclaiming purpose, practicing stillness, and using yoga and sound to raise your frequency.

About Estela: Estela Garcia is a yoga teacher, breathwork, mindfulness and sound healing practitioner. With a background in acting and a life shaped by travel, culture, and artistic expression, she brings a rich, embodied wisdom to her work. Through movement, sound, and presence, Estela helps others reconnect to their inner peace and navigate life with more clarity, calm, and emotional resilience.

00:00:00 — Introduction
00:02:02 — Estela’s Journey: From Acting to Yoga
00:04:16 — Yoga as a Functional Tool for Daily Life
00:06:16 — Losing Her Father & Choosing Passion Over Security
00:09:09 — Overcoming Fear & Reclaiming Purpose
00:11:27 — The Power of Community & Hope in NYC
00:15:05 — Abdullah’s Story: Loss, Authenticity & Emotional Legacy
00:16:11 — A Childhood of Art, Travel & Backstage Lessons
00:21:35 — Cultural Exposure, Belonging & Teenage Challenges
00:25:30 — Yoga as a Lifeline During Divorce & Personal Pain
00:28:02 — Becoming a Yoga Teacher & Defining Yoga as Presence
00:31:51 — Spiritual Roots of Yoga & Becoming the Observer
00:35:09 — Experiencing Moments of Presence Through Practice
00:39:28 — Breath, Nervous System & Scientific Side of Yoga
00:44:36 — How to Start Yoga Without Ego or Pressure
00:48:37 — Integrating Presence into Everyday Life
00:51:04 — Responding vs. Reacting: Emotional Flexibility
00:54:19 — Simplicity, Stillness & Reducing Mental Noise
00:55:25 — How Estela Structures a Class Based on Energy
00:59:10 — Introduction to Sound Healing & Crystal Bowls
01:05:52 — Live vs. Recorded Frequencies & The Power of Humming
01:09:23 — Guided Sound Healing: Entering Theta State
01:21:02 — Singing Bowls, Frequency & Optimal Session Length
01:23:49 — Raising Frequency Through Breath, Movement & Gratitude
01:28:27 — Yoga & Sound Healing for Anxiety, Depression & Safety
01:32:01 — Client Transformations & Ongoing Balance
01:38:23 — Final Advice: Follow Your Passion & Befriend Yourself

For further mental health information and support, visit The Balance RehabClinic website: https://balancerehabclinic.com/ 
 
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Steve, Health Coach and Kinesiologist at The Balance, offers a clear perspective on how mindset, training, and rest play essential roles in reaching your full potential. Drawing from years of experience, he breaks down common misconceptions about the body’s limits and explains why trusting yourself is key to progress.
 
In this episode, Steve discusses how strength training, recovery, and mental beliefs intertwine to shape not just physical results but overall well-being. He shares advice on structuring workouts, embracing rest, and tapping into the body’s natural ability to adapt and grow stronger.
 
🔗 Watch now for a practical conversation about training smarter, resting better, and unlocking your true potential.
 
About Steve: Steve is a certified Personal Trainer, Health Coach, and Kinesiologist with over 15 years of professional experience. As a passionate athlete, he helps individuals build healthier, fitter lifestyles through personalized coaching. His expertise spans functional fitness, athletic training, kinesiology, injury prevention, and nutrition. Steve’s commitment to quality and the results his clients achieve continue to drive his work forward.
 
00:00:00 — Introduction to Kinesiologist & Personal Trainer Steve Linzer
00:04:13 — Assessing Clients & Personalizing Their Training Plans
00:05:33 — What Is Kinesiology? Understanding the Triad of Health
00:08:15 — How Muscle Testing Reveals Stress, Beliefs & Posture Issues
00:11:15 — Energy Flow, Skepticism & How the Body Gives Feedback
00:13:42 — Why Practitioner Testing Is More Effective Than Self-Testing
00:15:05 — Trauma, Subconscious Blocks & Physical Symptoms
00:17:51 — Steve’s Injury Story: Healing Emotional Stress in the Body
00:20:02 — The ESR Technique: Emotional Stress Release in Action
00:23:36 — Neurovascular & Neurolymphatic Points for Energy Balance
00:25:13 — Supporting Self-Healing & Preventive Kinesiology
00:27:20 — Commitment in Personal Training Starts with Assessment
00:30:28 — Structuring a Training Plan for Long-Term Progress
00:34:53 — Why Strength Training Beats Cardio for Weight Loss
00:37:44 — Protecting Joints & Training for Your Personal Goals
00:41:06 — Progression, Motivation & Starting with Small Wins
00:48:28 — Full Body vs. Split Training: How to Choose
00:51:16 — Recovery Matters: The Dangers of Overtraining
00:53:13 — Breaking Limits: The True Value of a Personal Trainer
00:56:10 — The Best Time to Train Based on Hormones & Lifestyle
00:58:08 — Ideal Workout Flow: Warm-Up, Main, Cooldown
01:01:42 — Strength, Aging & Bone Density Protection
01:04:06 — Debunking Strength Training Myths
01:06:15 — Movement Should Be Fun: Padel, Sports & Play
01:16:33 — Steve’s Personal Balance Routine & Final Advice
 
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Elke Bilger, therapist at The Balance RehabClinic, shares a practical and honest look at how the body holds stress, tension, and past experiences. With years of experience in physiotherapy, she talks about the importance of movement, alignment, and safety in the healing process.

In this episode, Elke explains how daily stress, poor posture, surgeries, and emotional experiences can all show up in the body. She walks us through her hands-on approach — combining muscle release, alignment work, and real lifestyle change — to help people reconnect with their bodies and feel more at ease.

Healing, as Elke reminds us, isn’t just about treating pain. It’s about listening to the body, supporting it in the right way, and creating long-term balance from the inside out.

🔗 Watch now for a grounded conversation on movement, healing, and what it means to truly feel well in your body.

About Elke: Elke’s path into physiotherapy was driven by a deep curiosity about the human body and a genuine passion for movement, health, and healing. Since qualifying in 2001, she has developed a specialized focus on massage therapy, recognizing its often underestimated power. Her clinical experience taught her that true physical wellbeing comes not just from treating symptoms, but from restoring muscle health, balance, and relaxation at the root. For Elke, massage isn’t just a technique—it’s a vital tool for long-term recovery, strength, and resilience.

00:00:00 — Introduction & Why Safety Matters in Healing
00:02:36 — Elke’s Journey into Physiotherapy
00:05:09 — Fascination with the Body & Developing Sensitivity
00:06:52 — Manual Techniques & Discovering the Dorn Method
00:10:14 — Assessing and Correcting Misalignments
00:11:26 — Rigidity, Aging & the Importance of Movement
00:12:14 — Deep Tissue, Lymphatic Drainage & Massage Types
00:13:22 — Preventing Tension with Regular Treatments
00:14:07 — Posture, Alignment & Compensation Patterns
00:20:05 — Chronic Misalignment & Habitual Stress
00:21:11 — Anatomy, Muscle Function & Interconnectedness
00:26:07 — Muscle Tension, Behavior & Environmental Stress
00:28:24 — Injury vs. Chronic Issues & Impact of Surgeries
00:30:46 — Pain Patterns, Realignment & Whole-Body Approach
00:36:05 — Emotional Trauma, Brain Alignment & Healing
00:41:28 — Processing Emotion After Injury or Surgery
00:46:06 — Elke’s Realignment & Muscle Release Method
00:50:15 — Home Care, Lifestyle Change & Long-Term Results
00:55:09 — Misalignment, Stress & Societal Influence
01:01:25 — Learning from Animals: Movement & Recovery
01:05:27 — Back Pain, Inflammation & Medication Overuse
01:13:07 — Spinal Health, Nerve Function & Self-Healing
01:17:09 — Preventative Care from Childhood to Adulthood
01:34:11 — Flexibility, Strength & Aging Gracefully

For further mental health information and support, visit The Balance RehabClinic website: https://balancerehabclinic.com/
 
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Dr. Sarah Boss, Clinical Director at The Balance RehabClinic, offers a profound look into the hidden challenges that come with wealth and privilege. Behind the surface of success lies a complex struggle—constant pressure, easy access to substances, and the risk of losing balance in a world flooded with extremes. She explains how true healing goes beyond quick fixes and requires deep understanding of the nervous system and early life experiences.
 
Structure and healthy boundaries become essential tools, especially when freedom can easily lead to chaos. Dr. Sarah also highlights the importance of honest relationships—people who say no and hold others accountable—in a culture where yes-saying often dominates. Healing, she reminds us, is not about thinking our way out of pain, but about creating safety, connection, and resilience. This episode invites us to rethink what it means to live authentically and find lasting balance amid life’s pressures.
 
🔗 Watch now for a revealing conversation that challenges the myths of wealth, uncovers the unseen struggles behind success, and explores the path to genuine balance and recovery.
 
About Dr. Sarah Boss: With extensive training in psychiatry, psychotherapy, neuromodulation, and functional medicine, Dr. Boss combines cutting-edge science with a holistic approach to treat clients comprehensively.
 
00:00 — Introduction
02:06 — Dr Boss’s Experience: Psychiatry from Homeless Shelters to Royalty
03:53 — Do the Rich Struggle More?
05:07 — Money Doesn’t Guarantee Happiness
06:03 — Wealth as a Mental Health Risk Factor
08:40 — How Much Money is Too Much?
10:16 — Public Perception, Jealousy & Social Media
12:08 — No Structure, No Stability
15:41 — Success and Social Isolation
18:46 — Work-Life Imbalance and Burnout
28:39 — Planning Major Life Transitions
30:47 — Replacing Work with Extremes
32:10 — Do the Wealthy Have a Right to Care?
34:17 — Barriers to Getting Help When You’re Rich
40:39 — Loneliness, Identity & Fame
48:39 — How Children of the Wealthy Suffer
1:00:20 — Boundaries Raise Resilience
1:10:44 — Preventing Entitlement in Children
1:17:02 — Substance Abuse in the Ultra-Rich
1:20:14 — The Problem with Celebrity “Yes Sayers”
1:22:17 — Addiction & Reward System Breakdown
1:27:53 — What Real Recovery Looks Like
1:34:09 — Therapy Must Be Empathic & Real
1:39:07 — You Deserve Help

For further mental health information and support, visit The Balance RehabClinic website: https://balancerehabclinic.com/
 
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Dr. Indhira Ghyssaert, family doctor and nutritionist at The Balance, shares why modern medicine must slow down to truly heal. Drawing from years of experience and global practice, she makes a compelling case for longer consultations, explaining why a one-hour first assessment isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity.
 
Dr. Indhira reveals how a truly holistic approach goes far beyond prescriptions, diving into lifestyle, mindset, and even the subtle ways stress shows up in lab results. From empowering patients to take ownership of their health, to why some popular medications like GLP-1 don’t work for everyone, this conversation is a call for a more human, personalized model of care.
She also shares real-life success stories—like the patient whose PMDD symptoms were transformed, and the woman who recovered through targeted supplementation—highlighting the potential of natural, evidence-informed interventions. And if you’ve ever wondered about the best supplements for menopause or low testosterone, Dr. Indhira offers practical, honest guidance based on clinical experience.
 
🔗 Watch now for a compassionate discussion that will change how you think about the doctor-patient relationship—and what true healing really requires.

About Dr. Indhira Ghyssaert:
Dr. Indhira is a family doctor and nutritionist with a passion for natural, holistic care. After studying dietetics in Toulon and medicine in Brussels, she expanded her training to include homeopathy, hypnosis, and gentle therapies like ozone treatment. She believes true health comes from balance—supporting the body with the right food, movement, and mindset to prevent illness before it starts. Her approach is warm, thoughtful, and deeply rooted in understanding the everyday stresses that quietly impact our well-being.

00:00:00 – Time Constraints in Medical Practice
00:02:08 – Dr. Ghyssaert’s Journey to Family Medicine
00:03:23 – The Heart of Patient Care
00:07:05 – Nutrition as a Foundational Tool
00:10:06 – Prevention, Medicine & Specialization
00:14:23 – Evidence-Based Practice & Lifelong Learning
00:19:13 – The Modern Family Doctor’s Role
00:22:05 – Systemic Pressures vs. Holistic Care
00:26:23 – What is Holistic & Integrative Medicine?
00:29:10 – Empowering Through Education & Time
00:34:56 – Working with Specialists & Mental Health
00:36:25 – Doctor-Patient Relationships Across Cultures
00:40:19 – Initial Testing & Personalized Parameters
00:46:18 – Heavy Metals, Microplastics & the Microbiome
00:54:37 – Rebalancing Biochemistry with Supplements & Diet
00:57:54 – Smart Supplementation: Myths, Food Quality & Bioavailability
01:04:07 – Case Study: Supplement Success Story
01:06:51 – Supplement Quality & Regulation
01:07:42 – GLP-1 Medications & Metabolic Health
01:14:23 – Nutrient Deficiencies & Monitoring on GLP-1s
01:17:17 – Insulin Resistance, Blood Sugar & Diets
01:21:48 – Wearables & Glucose Monitoring
01:24:13 – Stress, Cortisol & Hormonal Health
01:28:05 – Women’s & Men’s Health: Hormones, Menopause & More
01:41:39 – AI in Medicine & the Future of Healthcare
01:46:59 – Final Reflections & Advice

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