Bridging Cultures: Native American Healing Meets Modern Medicine
This work brings us back home to ourselves, and I heard a lot of Indian people speak of that, and that's what my experience has been.
Ever wondered how ancient wisdom can blend with modern medicine to foster healing? In this episode of 'Whole Body Mental Health Radio', Dr. Jose Calderon-Abbo welcomes Dr. Kathy Farah and Elder Donna LaChapelle to explore this fascinating intersection. Dr. Farah, an Integrative Family Physician with over 25 years of experience, has been sharing mind-body skills with Native American communities in Minnesota and South Dakota. She believes in empowering patients through better nutrition, exercise, and relationships.
Elder Donna LaChapelle, deeply rooted in her Native American heritage, brings a wealth of cultural wisdom to the conversation. She shares her transformative journey with the Center for Mind-Body Medicine and her mission to bring these healing practices back to her community. Together, they discuss the importance of self-education, circle sharing, and revitalizing language and culture. They also highlight the benefits of movement, exercise, and stress management in promoting holistic well-being.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how traditional healing practices can complement modern medicine to address stress, trauma, and addiction, offering hope and compassion to individuals and communities alike.