Episode 88: A Second Opinion
On a new In Time, Peter & Robyne discuss the human (i.e. fallible) aspect of mind-body medicine and the role of a second opinion. Plus, how to find the balance between reason and instinct when reacting to life’s challenges in order to make sensible and sustainable decisions.
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Show Notes
We cover many topics in this episode, including:
- If you get a diagnosis that you don’t think makes sense, get a second opinion
- A unique way proposed by the military to advise people to take things slowly “Slow is smooth, and smooth becomes fast”
- Peter discusses his Lyme disease diagnosis, and how lucky he was to have caught it to early after being misdiagnosed with mono
- Humans used to react based on instinct, but throughout modern scientific techniques and critical thinking, we’ve moved more towards logic and reason to react to issues, ignoring some of our body cues - meanwhile our body’s instincts have led us to survive centuries
- For people with diagnosed depression, something as simple as improving posture for a few minutes a day has been proven to alter levels of depression
- The cutting edge leading megacorporations right now are embracing breath work and mindfulness, and connection to mind and body
- Take your worries for a walk - being up and moving helps to get you in the right space to problem solve
The body has a longer track record of knowing what it needs than our thinking selves. – Robyne
Additional Resources:
- Information on ticks and tick-borne diseases from the Public Health Agency of Canada
- Your Time - Peter and Robyne’s asynchronous learning experience is now available! Please click the link to learn more.
- Leadership Embodiment: How the Way We Sit and Stand Can Change the Way We Think and Speak by Wendy Palmer & Janet Crawford
Credits:
Hosted by Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe and Peter Katz
Produced by Trevor Campbell
Edited by Sean Ban Beaton
Theme song by Peter Katz
Podcast cover art by Trevor Campbell
Show logistics by Erin Marshall and Jenna Green
Connect:
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*The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional if you require assistance.
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