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Beyond the PillsWhere Timeless Wisdom Meets Modern Science For True Healing Author: Josh Rimany
In a world saturated with quick fixes and symptom-chasing, Beyond the Pills dares to ask: What if true healing starts from within? Hosted by Josh Rimany, a conventionally trained pharmacist turned visionary in functional medicine, this podcast invites you on a journey to redefine what health really means. With over 350K global downloads, Beyond the Pills is a trusted source for those ready to move past the traditional model of medicine and step into a deeper, more empowered relationship with their mind, body, and spirit. Each episode is a conversation that goes deeper than prescriptionsexploring the root causes of dis-ease, the power of lifestyle medicine, and the tools you need to take your health into your own hands. Whether you're a health professional, conscious consumer, or simply someone who feels there must be more than medications, this podcast is your roadmap to vibrant, sustainable wellness. What Youll Hear Inside: In-depth interviews with leading experts in integrative health, biohacking, functional medicine, plant medicine, neuroscience, and more. Real-world strategies to support mental clarity, gut health, hormonal balance, immunity, and energy. Tools and tech for optimizing your healthfrom wearable devices to ancient healing practices. Spiritual and energetic insights to reconnect you with your bodys innate wisdom. Stories of transformation from patients and practitioners who have gone beyond the pill bottle and found lasting wellness. Why Beyond the Pills? Because health is not just the absence of diseaseits a state of vitality, alignment, and intention. Josh Rimany combines the best of both worlds: the credibility of clinical science with the soul of holistic healing. With decades of experience in pharmacy and a passion for root-cause medicine, Josh guides listeners toward a lifestyle thats proactive, personalized, and purpose-driven. Beyond the Pills is where ancient wisdom meets cutting-edge science, offering practical steps that anyone can takereg Language: en Genres: Alternative Health, Health & Fitness, Nutrition Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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#129: 60% of Adults Fear Needles—Why Medicine Still Ignores It | Manju Dawkins, MD
Episode 129
Monday, 18 May, 2026
A Problem We’ve Been Trained to IgnoreNeedle pain is often dismissed as “no big deal.” Something to push through. Something to “suck up.”But what if that belief is wrong?In this powerful episode of Beyond The Pills, Manju Dawkins, MD challenges one of the most overlooked issues in modern healthcare:“Over sixty percent of adults have needle fear… and yet we’ve been conditioned to believe it’s not a real problem.”This isn’t just about discomfort—it’s about fear, trust, and how the healthcare system conditions us to disconnect from our own experience.The Moment That Changed EverythingFor Dr. Dawkins, this wasn’t theoretical; it was deeply personal.As both a physician and a mother, everything shifted during a routine moment:“She looked straight up at me with this piercing look of like, ‘How could you let that happen to me?’”That single moment sparked a realization that would change the trajectory of her career:“What are we doing? This is insane… as a physician, my job was to do better—and I didn’t.”What followed wasn’t just innovation; it was a mission to restore humanity to medicine.What’s Really Happening in the BodyMost people think needle pain is minor. Temporary. Insignificant. But biologically, that’s not what’s happening at all.“It’s a stranger holding a sharp metal object and piercing you… our biology perceives it as a threat.”Your body doesn’t differentiate between a medical procedure and danger.It responds the same way—with a fight-or-flight reaction.And when that response is ignored or dismissed, it doesn’t just create fear… it erodes trust.The Real Issue: A System Without Time for CompassionThis episode uncovers a deeper truth about modern healthcare: It’s not that providers don’t care. It’s that the system doesn’t allow them to show it.“Healthcare has become more transactional… the system is not designed to offer empathy.”Shorter appointments. Higher pressure. Less connection.The result? Patients feel rushed. Providers feel burned out. And meaningful care gets lost in the process.Tangible Compassion: The Missing Link in HealingDr. Dawkins introduces a simple yet transformative idea:“Healing begins with tangible compassion.”This doesn’t require more time or complexity.Sometimes, it’s as simple as asking:“What can we do to make it better?”A pause.A breath.A moment of acknowledgment.These small shifts can completely change how a patient experiences care—and whether they come back at all.Reclaiming What Healthcare Was Meant to BeAt its core, this conversation is about something bigger than needles.It’s about redefining what care actually means.As Josh reflects:“Care means healing… to love, quite frankly.”Somewhere along the way, that meaning was lost.But conversations like this are bringing it back.Why This Episode MattersIf you’ve ever:Felt dismissed in a medical settingAvoided care because of fearOr sensed that something is missing in healthcare todayThis episode will resonate deeply.It’s not just about solving pain. It’s about restoring trust. Rebuilding connection. And creating a future where healthcare feels human again.🎧 Listen now and discover how small moments of compassion can transform the entire patient experience—one interaction at a time.Connect With Dr. Dawkins on LinkedInThimblehealth.comJoin Our Community & Global Movement: https://community.gobeyondthepills.com
