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In this episode of QIMD, we welcome special guest Mel Divine for an open and insightful conversation about how sexuality evolves throughout life. From understanding orgasms and exploring kink to reimagining partnerships in new and fulfilling ways, this discussion breaks down taboos and encourages self-discovery at every stage. Whether you're looking to deepen intimacy, embrace new desires, or navigate changing relationships, Mel shares wisdom and experiences that will leave you feeling informed and empowered. Tune in for a raw and real conversation that reminds us: sexuality is ever-evolving, and there's always more to explore.   Mel Divine: https://resilientheartcounsellingandtherapy.com/about   Links & resources mentioned in the podcast: The Art of Receiving and Giving: https://bettymartin.org a hopeful read for those who think their best sex years are over: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/48765886-magnificent-sex Sensate Focused: https://www.verywellmind.com/sex-therapy-with-sensate-focus-4145783   Quizes:  https://carnalcalibration.com/en https://mojoupgrade.com https://s.pointerpro.com/xyvvarox

Alana Joy is a Reconnection Guide, speaker and lifelong healer. She has been a helping professional for 25 years working as a nurse and psychotherapist. Her personal experience of chronic illness, death and divorce catalyzed profound physical, emotional and spiritual healing. Weaving her deep understanding of the body, heart and soul, Alana Joy's work bridges science and spirituality to integrate all parts of the human experience. Her mission is to guide as many as possible through the process of excavating their authentic self and connecting with a renewed sense of purpose and joy. In this episode we discuss: the pros and cons of labels tips to connect with yourself to help heal mental health symptoms changing the perspective on mental health to include mind, body, spirit and community Alana's story navigating through both physical and mental diagnoses and challenges   If you want to find more of Alana ... https://www.alanajoynewton.com/ https://www.instagram.com/alana_joy_newton/   ---- We love hearing from you - send us a message on instagram @qimd_podcast or email us at qimdpodcast@gmail.com. We're also now on tik tok so follow us there! Stay in the loop with us! Join our mailing list: mailing list: https://qimd.ck.page/302c45da40 DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Alexandra, Tedi or their guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any information or products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services.

In this episode our lovely co-host, Alexandra, takes the hot seat. Alexandra has become an amazing resource for hundreds of people in navigating their healing work, finding more balance, authenticity, and inner and outer flow in their lives, relationships and careers. She weaves her intuitive gifts with her natural proclivity for teaching and grounds it in her knowledge and experience as a doctor. Ever the student she is constantly learning and integrating information whether that be somatic trauma healing or quantum biology she is always at the cutting edge.  In this episdoe we discuss what's the energy for 2025 and how we flow and thrive through it. We also touch on the science that is starting to back spiritual and metaphysical concepts and the why behind being spiritual.  We hope you enjoy this episode ! Please let us know and make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode ! ---- want to connect more with Alexandra ? website : www.themysticMedicine.com Book here (get in the waitlist and spots come up!) themysticmedicine.janeapp.com Get  her seasonal newsletter with updates and discounts: mailchi.mp/55c045d25fd3/the-mystic-medicine ---- We love hearing from you - send us a message on instagram @qimd_podcast or email us at qimdpodcast@gmail.com. We're also now on tik tok so follow us there! Stay in the loop with us! Join our mailing list: mailing list: https://qimd.ck.page/302c45da40 DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Alexandra, Tedi or their guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any information or products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services.

Join Alexandra and Tedi as we deep dive into the ins and outs of skincare - from how to take care internally, our favourite products, procedures and treatments. Tedi has spent years learning both the Traditional Chinese Medicine perspectives of skincare from the insides out, to honing her skills with Gua Sha, cupping and microneedling, mixed with trainings through Biologique Recherche and other. She brings her unique perspective, knowledge and experience with hundreds of clients to the conversation as Alexandra asked her all the questions you want to know from a skincare professional. We discuss skin challenges: acne, aging, dryness, inflammation and more botox, microneedling, acupuncture facials and more skincare - what products you need at home, what order, how often home tools - gua sha, red light, microcurrent and more shen, and how to find that true glow This was a fun and engaging convesation. We loved it and hope you do too! We love hearing from you - send us a message on instagram @qimd_podcast or email us at qimdpodcast@gmail.com. We're also now on tik tok so follow us there! Stay in the loop with us! Join our mailing list: mailing list: https://qimd.ck.page/302c45da40 DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Alexandra, Tedi or their guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any information or products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services.

As a globally-recognised thought leader on feminine empowerment, sensual wellness, relationships & transformational healing, Amy helps her clients to dissolve the fear, shame, perfectionism & “good girl” conditioning that get in the way of the confidence, love, pleasure, career & freedom they crave. Amy's work (and the *unapologetic woman* movement she is leading) is deeply connected and inspired by her own journey of healing from PTSD and sexual abuse, overcoming trauma, reconnecting with her spirituality & radically reinventing the trajectory of her life. As a former “good girl” who struggled with perfectionism, dimming her light, the fear of being judged and unhealthy addictions/trauma responses — Amy knows what it takes to heal, rewrite your story and make the comeback of a lifetime as your healthiest, empowered self. Her methodologies, free content & The Amy Rushworth Show podcast

Christos aka the medicine man of mykonos is a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine and a hotel owner and operator. He's completed 15 Vipassana silent meditation retreats and has a background in neuro Linguistic Programming "NLP", hypnotherapy and life coaching.  Tedi and Christos sit down to chat all things acupuncture, mediation and human behaviour. Take a deep dive into how these two practitioners approach medicine and healing.    Stay in the loop with us! Join our mailing list: mailing list: https://qimd.ck.page/302c45da40 DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Alexandra, Tedi or their guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any information or products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services.

Zoë Pawlak is an artist and industrial designer born and based in Vancouver.    Rooted in painting, the through-line in her work is her unique capacity to maintain a strong personal aesthetic while maintaining a commitment to telling the truest version of her stories. Zoë is a local entrepreneurial leader, speaker, and passionate about community. She believes that great work tells the individual narrative with an honest vulnerability that allows the viewer to step into a shared narrative they can then claim as their collective truth.   Zoë's work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Interior Design, and Martha Stewart Living. She's presented select works at ICFF, WestEdge, AD Design Show, and IDS West. Pawlak's paintings are in the private collections of the Government of Canada, Cristina and Trevor Linden, Cobie Smulders, and Club Monaco.   Website: https://zoepawlak.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoepawlak/ Stay in the loop with us! Join our mailing list: mailing list: https://qimd.ck.page/302c45da40 DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Alexandra, Tedi or their guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any information or products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services.

Guliz Unlu is a paradox - grounded and expansive, practical and otherworldly, an animal communicator whose work is made for human healing, an observer and a healer. Join us to learn from our amazing friend and teacher - this both practical and deeply spiritual way of looking at life, healing and manifestation. We talk about the observer effect, quantum healing, grounded spirituality, animal communication and living offgrid - ENJOY! Connect more with Guliz here: website: https://www.equuarius.com/ her monthly membership: https://www.equuarius.com/nature-mind instagram: https://www.instagram.com/equuarius/   Stay in the loop with us! Join our mailing list: mailing list: https://qimd.ck.page/302c45da40   . . .   DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Alexandra, Tedi or their guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any information or products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services.

Kate Horsman is a Nature Based Holistic Therapist and Breathwork Therapist. This field merges her education and work as a Professional Counsellor, Therapeutic Breathwork Facilitator and Mindfulness leader in Vancouver, BC Canada, the sacred and ancestral lands of the Squamish, Tsleil-Waututh and Musqueam Nations.  Passionate about supporting individuals through brave conversations and embodied wisdom, Kate's practices and experiences facilitate a reconnection to self and soul, using integrative methods to cultivate healing. Foundational to this heart opening work, is creativity, curiosity and compassion.  Her education is dimensional including multiple modalities to approaching healing work. Her schooling has brought her to Professional Counselling (VCCT) Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Nutrition (CSNN) and Plant based science (eCornell) melding the bridge between the mind/body connection which lends to some of her specialization in mental health.  More recently however, Kate has spent the last 4-5 years studying Ancestral and Alternative healing through Therapeutic Breathwork medicine which is fast becoming a tool for wellbeing, longevity, and trauma resolution and healing.  Her training may be diverse but not nearly as extensive as the life she attributes for both finding her purpose, successes and healing for herself. She credits a dynamic life of challenges and triumphs, sorrows and griefs that has lead her to a depth of understanding that engages clients in creative, compassionate change. Kate works in her Private Practice in Vancouver, BC with her one on one clients who seek her work both locally and internationally. Some of this work is happening in and amongst nature which has been a beautiful co-facilitator for both Kate and her clients. In her spare time, she has worked with organizations such as lululemon, Aritzia, Microsoft, MDA Space and many more on their Health and Wholeness programs as well as non for profit and philanthropy work with organizations such as Face of Today, providing services to those with limited access to support.   Above all these things, Kate is an avid animal lover, writer and poet, and spends most of her free time in nature as well as in ceremony with the land. She is passionate about food and plants, the planet, as well as design and art… and a good meme or two.    Find Kate here:  https://katehorsman.com we're so grateful to you for listening. Please help us grow by sharing with friends and leaving a glowing review! Instagram: @qimd_podcast mailing list: https://qimd.ck.page/302c45da40 DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Alexandra, Tedi or their guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any information or products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services.

Dr. Allana Polo is a certified Naturopathic Physician and wellness advocate whose work in developing signature weight loss programs has transformed the lives of thousands of patients. Owner of Polo Health + Longevity Centre, an integrated health clinic in New Westminster, British Columbia, Dr. Polo is a sought-after expert in healthy weight loss, nutrition, hormone imbalance and the effects of stress on the body, in particular the connection between stress and weight gain. She has been a featured expert for numerous news outlets including Global Television BC, CTV your morning, CTV Morning, Breakfast Television (Vancouver) and CKNW's The Jill Bennett Show. Her writing has appeared in Mind Body Green, Alive, The Huffington Post and Green Med Info. She is also a sought-after speaker, sharing her wealth of knowledge on stages at medical conferences and seminars.    You can expect to hear about healthy, sustainable weight loss the WHY of weight loss '100s' of hormones HRT (hormone replacement therapy) ozempic cortisol and stress stress and weight loss thyroid health perimenopause and more!   To connect to Allana: Polo Health & Longevity Center: https://www.polohealth.com/ instagram: @dr. allanapolo We loved this conversation and hope you do too! -------------------------- we're so grateful to you for listening. Please help us grow by sharing with friends and leaving a glowing review! Instagram: @qimd_podcast mailing list: https://qimd.ck.page/302c45da40 DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Alexandra, Tedi or their guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any information or products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services.      

  Welcome to another insightful episode of QIMD: The Quest for Integrative Medicine & Wellness. Today, we're privileged to host Allison Locke, a distinguished practitioner from Sea of Qi Healing, renowned for her expertise in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). As a Registered TCM Practitioner (R.TCMP) with prestigious credentials including FABORM, OBAMM, CLT, and RYT, Allison brings a wealth of knowledge to our discussion on fertility, PCOS, endometriosis, and period health. Join us as we delve into the rich tapestry of TCM and its profound impact on reproductive wellness. Allison's unique perspective and holistic approach promise to illuminate new pathways to healing and vitality. Tune in as we explore the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern science on the journey to optimal health and well-being. ----------------------------- we're so grateful to you for listening. Please help us grow by hitting subscribe, sharing with friends and leaving a glowing review! Instagram: @qimd_podcast keep up to date with us by joining the mailing list: https://qimd.ck.page/302c45da40   DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Alexandra, Tedi or their guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any information or products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services.    

Tedi and Alexandra offer up their perspective on what intuition is, how it can be strengthened and their experience with the evolution of their own intuitive practices. Listen for tips and tricks to strenghten your own intuition as well as learn about their personal experienes. This episode includes how to navigate insecurity around this skill and what other experiences coem with being "intuitive".      DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Alexandra, Tedi or their guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any information or products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services.   Instagram: @qimd_podcast mailing list: https://qimd.ck.page/302c45da40

Dr. Lara Perel-Panar is a holistic, trauma informed dentist who focuses on TMJ, Craniofacial development, facial pain, airway, optimizing breathing and sleep disordered breathing. She is a fellow of the American academy of Craniofacial pain and Breathe institute Affiliate. In the past few years there is more recognition of how the way we breathe can affect our nervous systems and overall health. Dr. Perel-Panar is doing cutting edge work helping people get to the root cause of disordered breathing, sleep and pain. Listen for practical tips - are you a mouth breather? how do you know what you're doing when you are sleeping? There's lots here for people who want to optimize their health, wellness and longevity. BREATHE, SLEEP, HEAL, LIVE!   Find more info around Dr. Lara's services at  https://www.tmj-sleep.ca/  and https://lppdentistry.com/ Find her on instagram at @vancitytmjsleep  and @lppdentistry we're so grateful to you for listening. Please help us grow by sharing with friends and leaving a glowing review! Instagram: @qimd_podcast mailing list: https://qimd.ck.page/302c45da40   DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Alexandra, Tedi or their guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any information or products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services.    

Over the last 25 years Angela has been blessed to immerse for thousands of hours in the wisdom of many sacred landscapes and circles, while learning animist folk healing (shamanic) from her Irish ancestors, Indigenous medicine teachers, and sacred plant teachers. As an initiated spiritual healer, seer, and ceremonialist, she has been leading transformational events and ceremonies around the globe supporting over 5000 people to rediscover the sacred landscape of their soul. Her experience as a Somatic Practitioner, Family Systems Counselor, and Life Coach provide a practical framework, and trauma-informed bridge between ancient and modern spirituality and healing. She has been a guest speaker at Simon Fraser University, the Canadian Society of Addiction Medicine, and the Spirit Plant Medicine Conference at the University of British Columbia. Angela finds endless inspiration sharing the path of sacred evolution and consciousness through her unique offering of Sacred Life Animism. As a practical woman and gifted deep diver, LittleBird's offerings are rooted in her lifelong kinship with Nature, devotion to intrepid travel and adventure, and conscious living. Her medicine lineages include: ancestral Lands and teachers of Ireland and Australia, Don Martin Pinedo Acuna (Don Benito Qoriwaman) in Peru, Blackfeet Siksikaitsitapi elders in Canada, Dr Clarissa Pinkola Estes, and the sacred Plant Medicines ***In this episode we speak about psychedelic medicines. Please remember at the time of this recording psychedelics and plant medicines are illegal in most western countries. Angela Prider, Sacred Life School does not provide or have referrals for these medicines and does not accept responsibility for your personal choices. *** DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Alexandra, Tedi or their guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any information or products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services.   Instagram: @qimd_podcast To stay most up to date with our monthly episodes stay connected via our mailing list: https://qimd.ck.page/302c45da40

Tedi and Alexandra give you the run down about the most foundational aspect of both of their practices - the nervous system. In the first half of the episode you will get basic anatomy, and signs of being in a more sympathetic vs. parasympathetic state. If you know the basic 101 then skip to the half way point where we get into our favourite 'hacks', tools, herbs, practices and beyond to support the nervous system. This episode includes: anatomy of the nervous system signs and symptoms of sympathetic and parasympathetic states discussions on sleep, fertility, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and more, relating to the nervous system practices to support your nervous system breathing techniques to support your nervous system herbs to support your nervous system what is HRV, wearables and other biohacking topics     DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Alexandra, Tedi or their guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any information or products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services.   Instagram: @qimd_podcast mailing list: https://qimd.ck.page/302c45da40      

Meet our co-host Alexandra, and learn about her unique journey to becoming the multidimentional woman and healer that she is today.   DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Alexandra, Tedi or their guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any information or products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services.   Instagram: @qimd_podcast To stay most up to date with our monthly episodes stay connected via our mailing list: https://qimd.ck.page/302c45da40

Meet CO-Host Dr Tedi Fisher and learn more about her perspective on health and healing, Chiense Medicine and Spirituality. Dive deep into what is special about chiense medicine and how to facilitate deep healing through acupuncture, herbal medicine and lifestyle.  DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Luke or his guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services. Instgram: @qimd_podcast

Welcome to QiMD we're excited and getting ready to launch our first podcast. Stop here monthly to catch our new releases :) Can't wait to share!   DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Alexandra, Tedi or their guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any information or products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services.   Instagram: @qimd_podcast To stay most up to date with our monthly episodes stay connected via our mailing list: https://qimd.ck.page/302c45da40