Episode Teaser with Vimalsara (Valerie) Mason-John
The Gifts of Trauma
Produced by J'aime Rothbard In this teaser episode, we introduce you to Dr. Valerie (Vimalasara) Mason-John, M.A. (hon.doc) a Compassionate Inquiry faciltator, keynote speaker, mindfulness speaker, meditation speaker and master trainer in the field of conflict transformation, leadership and mindfulness. They are the co-founder of Mindfulness-Based Addiction Recovery (referenced in the show as MBAR), and Co-Founder of Eight Step Recovery, an alternative to the 12-step program for addiction with recovery meetings in 3 continents. They are the author of eleven books -- the most recent is titled ...
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Episode Teaser with Ricardo Assis Rosa
The Gifts of Trauma
Produced by J'aime Rothbard In this teaser episode, we introduce you to Ricardo Assis Rosa. Tune in to get a glimpse of how Ricardo integrates the Compassionate Inquiry therapeutic practice with Shamanic and Buddhist methods to support spiritual and lifestyle changes. Make sure to subscribe to the Gifts of Trauma Podcast wherever you receive your shows and get this next full episode as soon as it's released. HELP US REACH OUR GOAL OF 80 REVIEWS! Take 1 minute to leave a rating and a review of 10 words or more, your words help guide the show and your rating helps more people to discover...
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Episode teaser with Allison Creech
The Gifts of Trauma
Produced by J'aime Rothbard Contemplate the journey in stepping out of survival and into safetly with this illuminated conversation shared between host Kevin Young and Allison Creech. Allison has been part of Compassionate Inquiry® since 2019 and is honored to support others as a CI Practitioner, Facilitator, and Mentor. A licensed doctor of naturopathic medicine with a professional focus on mind- body medicine and relational neuroscience, her clinical work has a focus on authenticity and embodiment, working with others to engage in a healing-centered process that restores a deep sense...
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“We See Your Pain” : Illuminating Suicide with Nyana Sabharwal
The Gifts of Trauma
Hosted by Rosemary Davies-Janes Produced by J’aime Rothbard Released on Sep 26, 2023 As more and more of us are chilled by the rapidly expanding shadow of social isolation, we invite you to join us for a rich conversation that weaves one woman’s personal story of bereavement by suicide into broader perspectives. In this episode, Nyana delves deep into the heart of Suicide Prevention, Intervention and Postvention. The stories she shares demonstrate Compassionate Inquiry’s profound ability to unlock human authenticity and potential, while simultaneously releasing pain. We explore: ...
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Alchemizing Inherited Trauma & Marginalization with Rennet Wong-Gates
The Gifts of Trauma
Hosted by Rosemary Davies-Janes Produced by J’aime Rothbard In this compelling interview, Rennet invites us to witness her transformative journey from immigrating to Canada (from Guyana) without her parents at 17, to navigating the intricacies of her mixed-race identity. The unexpected support of a compassionate doctor who provided emotional solace in one of her toughest times highlights the importance of safe spaces, connection and supportive relationships, when we are facing adversity. Rennet’s ability to seamlessly integrate her rich cultural heritage into her practice demonstrates how...
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Navigating Adoption’s Emotional Turbulence with Sara Easterly
The Gifts of Trauma
Hosted by Rosemary Davies-Janes Produced by J’aime Rothbard Imagine a life where every day is a journey through complex emotions, punctuated by waves of separation, loss, and longing. For adoptees, this is often their reality—an unruly mosaic of misaligned feelings that demands understanding, support, and resilience. A lack of social awareness around the true experience of adoption leaves many adoptees to face their issues with inadequate support. With heartfelt passion, author/adoptee Sara Easterly stands up for those who feel isolated, misunderstood, and/or burdened by invisible...
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Compassion in Medicine with Dr Aisling Quiery
The Gifts of Trauma
Hosted and Produced by J’aime Rothbard Imagine a world where healing goes beyond treating symptoms; a world where healthcare practitioners address the root causes of their patients' issues. Dr Aisling Quiery’s story brings this vision to life, as she shares her views on shifting the paradigms of patient and healthcare provider well-being, to: - Bridge the gap between traditional medicine and holistic healing. - Recognize that our minds and bodies are intricately connected - Uncover hidden links between our past experiences and present health challenges - Address complex mental and...
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Choosing a Life of Love with Jordan Decker
The Gifts of Trauma
Hosted by Kevin Young Produced by J’aime Rothbard Jordan brings love and hope to a world yearning for acceptance and authenticity. His courageous exploration of the power of self-love, invites us to unlock the depths of our own hearts and embrace our true selves. Most importantly, he reminds us that choosing love is not just possible; it's the key to both joy and resilience. A testament to the human spirit's capacity for growth, Jordan’s journey to acceptance of his identity as a transgender man affirms that we are all worthy of love and belonging, exactly as we are. His...
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The Compassionate Inquiry® Origin Story with Sat Dharam Kaur
The Gifts of Trauma
Hosted by Rosemary Davies-Janes, Kevin Young & J'aime Rothbard Produced by J’aime Rothbard In 2009, a 504 page book became the catalyst for an extraordinary partnership. Its words not only validated years of experience, but resonated deeply with Sat Dharam. As she read, a powerful intuitive message emerged, urging her to reach out and connect with the author, Gabor Maté. Despite her initial doubts and hesitation, she followed through and an email was sent—a small act that changed everything. The author’s response? "I have a good feeling about this." These five simple words initiated...
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Expanding Masculinity : From Adrenaline to Authenticity with Steve Borloz
The Gifts of Trauma
Hosted and Produced by J’aime Rothbard Steve’s story demonstrates the transformative power of radical change as he shares how he risked all to shed false identities, confront his inner demons, and embrace his inner truth, strength and wisdom. In his unwavering pursuit of his truth, Steve's epic journey took him from loneliness, disconnection, adrenaline and porn addictions, to authenticity, deep inner peace and connectedness. With raw vulnerability he shares the deep fear he felt when making radical life changes, leaping from a safe, successful lifestyle into uncharted territory, to...
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Imagine a world where healing goes beyond treating symptoms; a world where healthcare practitioners address the root causes of their patients' issues. Dr Aisling Quiery’s story brings this vision to life, as she shares her views on shifting the paradigms of patient and healthcare provider well-being, to:
- Bridge the gap between traditional medicine and holistic healing.
- Recognize that our minds and bodies are intricately connected
- Uncover hidden links between our past experiences and present health challenges
- Address complex mental and physical issues as interconnected parts of a whole
- Move beyond symptom management to true healing
- Reduce unnecessary tests and investigations
- Create more fulfilling experiences for everyone involved
By recognizing the profound impact of childhood adversity and trauma on our physical and mental well-being, Aisling opened up a world of possibility that goes beyond treating illness to nurturing wellness from the inside out.
By questioning the limitations of the current medical model and exploring holistic healing, Aisling discovered a more fulfilling and effective way to practice medicine. She invites frustrated healthcare practitioners experiencing burnout to learn to regulate their own nervous systems, as this can lead to both enhanced patient outcomes and a renewed sense of purpose. She stresses that it’s not about adding to an already overwhelming workload, but rediscovering the essence of healing; doing less while achieving more, and creating a more efficient and effective healthcare system for all.
Listen in to learn more about the future Aisling envisions, where every individual is seen as a whole person, and the power of the mind-body connection is harnessed to transform lives… an approach that will not only reduce healthcare burdens, but pave the way for a healthier, more empowered society.
About Dr Aisling Quiery:
Aisling is a Family Doctor (GP) with experience in addictions work and homelessness, a Compassionate Inquiry® Practitioner and a Health/Life Coach. She has also worked as an Honorary Clinical Research Fellow for Imperial College London's Psilopain trial (Psilocybin for Fibromyalgia).
She brings together her skills and knowledge as a medical doctor and her training in Compassionate Inquiry® and Coaching to help people to heal through connection to their authentic selves, to the present moment, and to each other. Aisling supports people to move beyond symptom management, towards healing.
She trained as a doctor in Scotland and worked as a GP in an economically deprived area of North Edinburgh where she also ran a community Hepatitis C clinic and a service for people who inject drugs. Aisling also worked in a primary care service in Edinburgh for people experiencing homelessness. It was through her addictions work that she first came across the work of Gabor Maté.
Aisling attended a plant medicine retreat with Gabor and the Shipibo healers in Peru in 2019 and went on to train in Compassionate Inquiry®, a modality that has changed how she sees herself, her patients and the medical model. She lives on an organic farm in County Down in the North of Ireland and works at GP practices in her local area as well as doing private work with individuals and groups using Compassionate Inquiry®.
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Websites:
Professional Website
Compassionate Inquiry Profile
Compassionate Inquiry®
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAislingQuiery
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/draislingquiery/
Books:
In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Close Encounters with Addiction
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma
The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Trauma and Adversity