Beyond Medicine

Healing requires a 360 degree holistic approach and we believe that it takes an integrative model that draws on the best of all healing modalities to bring about true healing in a person. This category contains blogs, articles and stories which go Beyond Medicine.

Sunday Homework for Inner Peace and Joy: The Story of the Stubborn Suitcase That Wouldn’t Close

Sunday Exercise for Inner Peace and Joy: The Story of the Stubborn Suitcase That Wouldn’t Close

The story of the stubborn suitcase that wouldn't close. A simple and powerful Sunday exercise for inner peace and inner joy. A lesson on acceptance, letting go, and flowing. Have you wondered what or who do you need to let go of to receive something or someone better in your life? Let me set the context first...

The Power of Taking One Day at a Time

The Power of Taking One Day at a Time

How many of you have struggled to fully enjoy the present day because your mind is consumed with thoughts of the uncertain future? It's a challenge many of us face, the battle between the beauty of the present and the anxiety about what lies ahead. Stress and worry often cloud our minds, preventing us from...

1 Powerful Lesson on Hope and Never Giving Up From My Incredible Cancer Clients

1 Powerful Lesson on Hope and Never Giving Up From My Incredible Cancer Clients

I remember having a beautiful call with a young patient last year. She had stage 4 cancer. She said many (if not all) people around her had lost hope, including her doctors. She said, "I don't know what will happen to me, Luke. But hope is everything. Even if someone gives me or makes me...

The Divine Prescription Unleashing the Power of ‘Vitamin P’ Prayer

The Divine Prescription: Unleashing the Power of ‘Vitamin P’ Prayer

A couple of months ago, I received a message on Facebook. It moved me and strengthened my belief in the power of Vitamin P even more. Are you wondering what Vitamin P is? No, it isn't a nutrient for your body but it could certainly be food for your soul. It stands for Prayer. Before...

Manifestation Not Working For You Try This

Manifestation Not Working For You? Try This

Imagine a world where your thoughts act as seeds and your mind is the fertile soil in which they grow. Every thought and intention possesses the potential to manifest into outcomes. Before you think manifestation is a buzzword, let me tell you this. Manifestation is more than just wishful thinking, daydreaming or idle wishing. It...

Did You Get Your Dose of Sunshine Today Here Are 9 Scientific Reasons to Start Today-2

Did You Get Your Dose of Sunshine? Here Are 9 Scientific Reasons to Start Today

How many of you love sunshine? Do you feel at ease when you look at sunrise or sunset? Most people think sunlight is only about Vitamin D. But I beg to differ. Sunshine is a free medicine we are all blessed with in abundance. It is a source of vitality, energy, happiness, life, sleep, mood,...

Lessons From the Wild and the Animal Kingdom We Can All Learn

Lessons From the Wild and the Animal Kingdom We Can All Learn

I had some deep reflections on nature, the wild, animals, and human beings in the last couple of days. It is always good to be back in Ishara at the Masai Mara, a place I refer to as home. I feel my happiest and truest self over here amidst the deep wild and raw...

Ego and Anger Use Vitamin M to Dissolve It. Here’s How.

Ego and Anger? Use Vitamin M to Dissolve It. Here’s How

Using mindfulness to dissolve ego and anger. A shaman was asked, "What is poison?" He replied, “Anything beyond what we need is poison. It can be power, laziness, food, ego, ambition, vanity, fear, anger, or whatever.” So much beauty and depth in this. Reflect on it and ask yourself: Is your anger or ego standing...

STOP Trying to Change the People You Love. This Is Why

STOP Trying to Change the People You Love. This Is Why

What do we do when the people we love don’t want to change? And we believe our want for them to change comes from a space of love. As humans, we have an innate desire to help those we love, especially when it comes to their health and well-being. It is natural to want to...

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My Special Message To Children and Parents

"I believe that children are our future Teach them well and let them lead the way Show them all the beauty they possess inside Give them a sense of pride to make it easier Let the children's laughter remind us of how we used to be." Whitney Houston - The Greatest Love of All Photo Credit: Freepik/Pressfoto Dear Children, It is time...

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Have You Tried This 3-Finger Gratitude Exercise?

“Gratitude is a lifeline that can bring you to the surface again when you are going through the most challenging, saddest, and darkest days of life.” - Luke Coutinho Is gratitude powerful? How can it rewire our brains and emotions? How can it transform our lives? Two psychologists from the University of California and Miami...

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10 Reasons to Add Ajwain to Your Meals Today

This ingredient is a staple in almost every Indian kitchen. From kadhas and parathas to pakoras and mukhwas, these lend a unique flavor to numerous desi preparations. It has a strong taste and pungent aroma. It is often dry-roasted, ground, and added to spice mixtures. The nutrition and health benefits can work wonders for digestion,...