Heavenly Qi

All patients are different so it’s not always a great idea to let them know how deep and/or esoteric a session may become before they walk into the clinic. As special guest for this episode Dr Lois Nethery explains how she attempts to be wholistic and objective while recognising that a TCM practitioners special sauce will always be their subjectivity. Clare and Jack must have sometimes wondered who was interviewing who in this deeply thought provoking and sometimes magical podcast.

The guest for this episode is an acupuncturist who is commonly known as ‘the pain doctor’, Dr Rosey Lathouras. Clare and Jack probe Rosey on her areas of speciality which include the lymphatic system, detoxification, cupping and gua sha. They also cover the trials of running a clinic and issues involved in having a solid social media presence. We found Rosey to be a joy and we are sure you will too.

So you want to be an acupuncturist? Did you know that you had to learn how to run a business as well? In this episode Clare & Jack talk with Dr Michelle Smith about successfully doing both. Michelle is in the fascinating position of having been a professional marketer before she became a TCM practitioner. Michelle shares so many sparkling gems of knowledge that you may find you need to listen to it twice. What is your money metaphor? Dust storm, popcorn, button, river, or..?

Yesterday it was all about being vegan.. but today we find a resurgence of the carnivores. Food does have its fashions. Join Clare as she talks with Dr. Becki Milani about navigating the fads to deliver outcomes for their patients. It doesn’t get any better than two passionate TCM practitioners banging their heads together over food.

Karina Smith is a Melbourne based Doctor of Chinese Medicine and Yin Yoga Teacher, Teacher Trainer & Educator. Karina is passionate about professional and personal development, and is eternally grateful for the extraordinary learning she has had from great mentors such as Kirsten Wolfe, Clare Pyers, Ann Cecil Sterman, Johannah Ashley, and Sean Tuten among many others.

It will take you just over an hour and a half to be revitalised and re-enthused about life, the universe and everything.

Clare and Lee’s lively discussion covers her research and her clinic but also details the difficulties we all face in choosing our path and making transitions.

In this episode of The Heavenly Qi Podcast Clare is joined by another speaker from the upcoming International Integrative Chinese Medicine Conference Dr Olivia Pojer. Olivia is a Western medical doctor and a Chinese medicine practitioner based in Austria who specialises in male infertility. This is an exciting conversation covering Olivia’s approach in the clinic, recommendations for male fertility testing and her book “Integrative Treatment of Male Infertility with Chinese Medicine”.

As a regular guest of The Heavenly Qi Podcast over the years Randine Lewis has always managed to surprise us with her wisdom, touch us with her compassion and titillate us with her humour and this episode is no exception. From discussions of dispensing herbs in the clinic, to reality creation, to Shennong, the “Divine Farmer” in this episode Clare and Randine find nuggets of wisdom to inspire us all.

In this episode of Heavenly Qi Clare guides Mandy Gratzer’s infectitious enthusiasm into a wonderful hour of useful ideas for your clinic. Clare and Mandy have a shared passion for keeping TCM practitioners ‘in business’ making this indispensable for anyone looking to survive, and maybe even thrive, at this challenging profession. All practitioners will benefit from getting to know Amanda Gratzer.

It doesn’t get much better than this. These two great friends have come together, once again, to immerse the listener in their experience, compassion and joy. An extremely open and enlightening conversation about growth and scaling, with their own clinics under the microscope. Welcome to the ‘love fest’ with Naava Carman and Clare Pyers. There is something for everyone in this wonderful episode.

In this episode Clare talks with Johannah Ashley who has become exclusively a Complement Channel Practitioner. Johannah’s passion is unmistakable and infectious as she explains her technique and her success’. You won’t want to miss this enlightening discussion about this very ancient way of practising and as Johannah says “If you are giving too many liver divergent treatments this week then perhaps you need one yourself”.

The symptom under the symptom, the story under the story, what is your body really trying to tell you? This is a fascinating journey into the alchemical approach of Lorie Eve Dechar. Lorie explains the art to transformation by going underneath the symptoms to find a divine intelligence and an expanded consciousness.

Is it perimenapause? is it menopause?.. or are you just plain exhausted? Menopause is a hot topic (pardon the pun) and in this episode Kath Berry joins Clare Pyers for this joyful, enlightening and thought provoking discussion.

“What is the Immune system.. but the sum total of my body working well” - Sharon WeizenbaumLet’s take a walk with Sharon Weizenbaum and see through her eyes, the beautifully interconnected wonder of life, the forest and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Sharon’s wisdom lay manifest in this wonderful conversation about forests, community, restoring function and trusting in Chinese Medicine to always guide you in the right direction. Do not miss this podcast.. it’s pretty cool stuff.

This episode sees Clare joined by the renowned Australian acupuncture expert, Dr John McDonald who has been practising and teaching since the early 1970’s. They discuss all things acupuncture including addiction, allergies and autoimmune issues and John’s fascinating career spanning 5 decades. More information about Dr John McDonald can be found via: Webinars: https://southportacupuncture.com.au/john-mcdonald-webinarsMentoring: Information at : https://southportacupuncture.com.au/john-mcdonald-mentoring                      Acupuncture Point Dynamics Volume 1https://au.blurb.com/b/10139097-acupuncture-point-dynamics-volume-1Acupuncture Point Dynamics Volume 2https://au.blurb.com/b/10139144-acupuncture-point-dynamics-volume-2Acupuncture Point Dynamics Volume 3https://au.blurb.com/b/11090866-acupuncture-point-dynamics-volume-3Enquiries to: twindragon@bigpond.com

As practitioners our scope goes beyond just the face to face appointments with patients, and this conversation delves into the importance of undistracted time, being a good fit with your patients and growth as practitioners and hidden bias. 

In todays episode of Heavenly Qi, Clare talks with Sean Tuten a renowned TCM practitioner who has taught Acupuncture and Chinese Herbalism throughout the U.S., Europe, and Australia since 2004. They talk about the joy of healing others, helping people open up to their potential, the importance of connection and deep dive into Jeffrey Yuen and Ann Cecil-Sterman's work on the luos and their role in the healing process.To learn more about Sean and find out about his upcoming Australian class visit www.acupuncturementorship.comhttps://www.seantuten.com/

This week on Heavenly Qi Clare is joined by Dr. Randine Lewis, author of The Infertility Cure, and a leading expert in treating infertility conditions combining Eastern and Western based medicine. They’re talking all things practitioner wellness including why practitioners find it so hard to ask for help when they’re sick and the role of western medicine when treating yourself and others. 

A metabolically healthy person can exist in a body of any shape or size. With that in mind this episode of the Heavenly Qi Podcast has co-hosts Clare Pyers and Naava Carman dissecting the many issues surrounding body size and fertility. Including a deep dive into the problems that arise from the use of Body Mass Index (BMI).We’d love to hear your thoughts and feedback on this episode, Join us on Facebook to chat with the show hosts and other listeners.