

Is Self-Love Medicine? with Dr. Andrea Pennington
Oct 23, 2019
Dr. Andrea Pennington, an integrative physician and bestselling author, joins the conversation to explore the power of self-love as a path to authentic living. She shares her transformative journey, emphasizing the mind-body connection and the role of creative arts in mental health. Topics like meditation, neurofeedback, and breaking free from conformity in education are discussed, highlighting how these practices can enhance personal wellness. Dr. Pennington inspires us to embrace self-acceptance and prioritize our mental well-being through intention and reflection.
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Acupuncture for Detox
- Dr. Pennington's mother used acupuncture to help pregnant women detox from crack cocaine.
- This experience exposed Dr. Pennington to the mind-body connection and the power of alternative therapies.
Music as Medicine
- Dr. Pennington experienced depression in medical school and rediscovered her love for playing the piano.
- Playing piano for even 30 minutes a week significantly improved her well-being.
Near-Death Experience
- Feeling burnt out and depressed despite external success, Dr. Pennington had a near-death experience in France.
- This experience gave her a vision of her authentic self, leading to a profound shift in her life.