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Ann Cecil-Sterman - Discovering The Doorways to Healing
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This conversation between Jim Duffy and Ann Cecil-Sterman delves into profound insights on healing, acupuncture, and the essence of being a healer in the modern world. Ann shares her journey in classical Chinese medicine, mentored by Jeffrey Yuen, and discusses the ethos of healing beyond technical proficiency towards becoming thinkers and connectors with a deep understanding of the ancient and energetic principles of acupuncture. The discussion covers topics such as the importance of humility, the transformative power of treating without judgment, cultivating one's spirit as a healer, and understanding the interconnected nature of our wellbeing. Ann also introduces her work at the Classical Medicine Academy, aimed at fostering a deeper connection and understanding of classical acupuncture practices among practitioners. The conversation highlights the potential of acupuncture to elicit healing by focusing on underlying conditions and the energetic balance within the body, fundamentally advocating for a wisdom-driven approach to health and healing in the 21st century.
00:00 Introduction and Minor Technical Difficulties
00:45 The Importance of Thinking in Healing
01:34 Exploring Wisdom in Modern Medical Sciences
03:11 Introducing the Guest: Ann Cecil-Sterman
03:18 Anne's Journey and Her Work in Acupuncture
04:50 The Art of Pulse Diagnosis and Classical Medicine Academy
05:48 The Wisdom Perspective of Healing
05:58 The Unique Teacher-Student Relationship in Healing
10:16 The Concept of 'Transmission' in Healing
12:39 The Role of Intuition and Trust in Healing
15:30 The Impact of Healing on the Healer
17:51 Understanding the Channels in Acupuncture
21:43 The Role of Blood and Fluids in Healing
28:44 The Importance of Understanding Patient's Narratives
42:56 Understanding Emotions and Their Impact on Health
45:00 The Role of Emotions in Disease Development
45:15 The Power of Questions and the Search for Answers
46:18 The Significance of Tears and Emotional Release
47:39 The Journey of Healing and Transformation
48:30 The Role of the Practitioner in the Healing Process
49:16 Understanding Healing Crises
51:13 The Importance of Trust in the Patient-Practitioner Relationship
52:15 The Impact of Beliefs on Health and Healing
52:57 Exploring the Purpose and Power of Meditation
54:43 The Role of Empathy and Connection in Healing
55:07 Understanding the Spirit in Healing
57:24 The Importance of Humility in the Healing Process
01:07:40 The Power of Pulse Diagnosis in Healing
01:13:14 The Role of Self-Cultivation in Healing
01:15:31 Exploring New Approaches to Healing
01:19:36 The Future of Healing and Medicine
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