Healing in Spite of Me

Plant Medicine 101: Healing the Body, Mind & Spirit Naturally

What if your medicine cabinet could grow from the earth? In this episode of Healing In Spite of Me, Dr. Elisa Peavey and Jodie O’Brien explore the powerful world of plant medicine—from everyday houseplants and herbal teas to emerging treatments like cannabis and psilocybin. Elisa opens up about her father’s retirement after 30+ years as a compassionate OB-GYN and reflects on how medicine has evolved. The conversation then moves into the ancient and modern uses of plants for healing the body, mind, and spirit. They discuss how plant-based compounds are making waves in treatments for depression, anxiety, PTSD, chronic pain, and even end-of-life care. From lotus flower tea for heart opening, to On Guard for cleaning and immunity, to the science behind therapeutic dirt, this episode offers a deeply inspiring and practical look at how nature supports our well-being—inside and out. KEY TAKEAWAYS: ✅ Plant medicine is both ancient and modern, with applications ranging from common colds to terminal illness. ✅ Psilocybin and cannabis are showing scientific promise in treating trauma, depression, and chronic pain. ✅ Gardening, grounding, and even houseplants are proven to boost mood, focus, and overall health. ✅ Natural cleaning and skincare products reduce your toxic load and protect your hormones. ✅ Your home, body, and mind can all benefit from reconnecting with the earth—one plant at a time. What role do plants play in your healing journey? Share your favorite plant-based rituals in the comments! Subscribe to Healing In Spite of Me for more soulful conversations about wellness, energy, and natural medicine. Follow Dr. Elisa Peavey on Instagram and YouTube for tips, retreats, and inspiration.

The Power of Essential Oils: Natural Remedies for Health & Healing

Dr. Elisa Peavey and Jodie O'Brien dive into the world of health and wellness in this episode, discussing the transformative power of retreats and the importance of self-care for healers. Jodie shares her recent experiences at a transformational retreat in Oregon, highlighting the significant shifts and healing that took place for participants. They also chat about upcoming retreats designed to help families break unhealthy patterns and promote emotional well-being. The conversation then shifts to cold and flu season, where Dr. Peavey emphasizes the benefits of essential oils and natural remedies over common medications. This episode is packed with insights into maintaining health and wellness through holistic practices. Takeaways: * Dr. Peavey discusses the importance of self-care after leading intensive healing retreats for others. * Essential oils are highlighted as effective tools for managing health and wellness in daily life. * The podcast emphasizes the need for families to break unhealthy generational patterns through retreat experiences. * Listeners are encouraged to explore the benefits of essential oils over traditional medications for various ailments. * The discussion includes the positive effects of essential oils on emotional health and overall well-being. * Dr. Peavey shares personal experiences of how essential oils have transformed her medical practice and patient care. Links referenced in this episode: * inspiteofme.org [https://inspiteofme.org] * https://redbarnhemp.com/ [https://redbarnhemp.com/] * https://resonancefarm.com/ [https://resonancefarm.com/] * https://doterra.me/8b42Nl [https://doterra.me/8b42Nl] * https://a.co/d/hH2r5eG [https://a.co/d/hH2r5eG] You can email Dr. Peavey at drelisapeavey@4bodhi.com [drelisapeavey@4bodhi.com]

The Science of Love: How Frequency Affects Health & Emotions

Can love and emotions impact your physical health? In this episode of Healing In Spite of Me, Dr. Elisa Peavey and Jodie O’Brien explore the fascinating connection between emotions, quantum physics, and overall well-being. Discover how love, joy, and gratitude can elevate your frequency, while fear, anger, and trauma may contribute to illness. Dr. Peavey discusses David Hawkins’ Scale of Consciousness and Bruce Tainio’s Frequency Monitoring System, explaining how science backs the idea that emotions influence our health. Learn practical ways to raise your vibration, from meditation and breathwork to sound therapy and gratitude practices. If you’ve ever wondered how emotions shape your reality, this episode is a must-listen! SHOW NOTES & CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Introduction Dr. Elisa Peavey and Jodie O’Brien introduce the topic of love, emotions, and their impact on health. 01:21 – The Link Between Emotions and Physical Health How love, anger, and other emotions affect the way we function in the world. 03:19 – Quantum Physics and Emotional Frequency Dr. Peavey explains how the limbic system processes emotions and how quantum physics plays a role in what we attract into our lives. 05:21 – Trauma, Memory, and the Body’s Response How trauma affects the body, our energy field (aura), and why emotional healing is essential. 07:37 – The Science of Frequency & Emotions (Insert David Hawkins Scale of Consciousness graphic here) Understanding David Hawkins’ Scale of Consciousness and how higher-frequency emotions promote health while lower-frequency emotions can lead to illness. 11:24 – How Frequency Affects Disease & Health (Insert Bruce Tainio Frequency Monitoring System graphic here) Bruce Tainio’s research on body frequency and how emotions can influence sickness and well-being. 12:20 – Raising Your Emotional Frequency Simple ways to stay in high-frequency emotions like love, joy, and gratitude. 13:36 – Healing Trauma & Clearing Negative Energy Techniques like sound therapy, music, and frequency-based healing to clear negative energy and promote emotional well-being. 15:44 – The Importance of Love & Joy During Winter Blues Why Valentine’s Day might be perfectly timed to help people during the seasonal emotional dip. 17:47 – Practical Ways to Raise Your Vibration Daily Self-love practices, meditation, and small daily habits that improve emotional well-being. 24:20 – The Power of Breathwork & Self-Love How deep breathing and mindfulness can regulate emotions and improve health. 27:52 – Final Thoughts & Encouragement Dr. Peavey shares final words on the importance of maintaining high-frequency emotions for a healthier life. 28:42 – Outro & Next Episode Teaser A preview of what’s coming next on Healing In Spite of Me. KEY TAKEAWAYS: ✅ Emotions have measurable frequencies, and high-vibration emotions like love and joy promote physical health. ✅ Negative emotions such as fear, anger, and shame can weaken the body and contribute to illness. ✅ Trauma can leave energetic imprints in our aura, affecting our emotional and physical well-being. ✅ David Hawkins’ Scale of Consciousness shows how different emotions impact our health and mindset. ✅ Bruce Tainio’s research found that when our body’s frequency drops, we become more susceptible to disease. ✅ Simple daily practices like meditation, gratitude, sound therapy, and breathwork can raise your frequency and improve overall well-being. ✅ Love is not just an emotion—it’s a powerful force that can heal, uplift, and transform our lives. CALL TO ACTION: 💬 Have you noticed how your emotions affect your energy levels and health? Share your thoughts in the comments! 🎧 Subscribe to Healing In Spite of Me for more episodes on the science of emotions, energy healing, and holistic wellness. 📲 Follow Dr. Elisa Peavey on social media for daily insights on raising your frequency and living a vibrant, healthy life.

Protecting Your Energy: Understanding and Overcoming Psychic Attacks

In this episode of Healing in Spite of Me, Dr. Elisa Peavey and special guest Jodie O’Brien dive into the often-overlooked topic of psychic attacks—or as they’re known in different cultures, energy drain, negative thought projections, and spiritual disturbances. They discuss how negative energy influences our well-being, how emotional distress can open us up to these attacks, and how we can protect our energy fields. Dr. Peavey shares personal experiences, including a deeply personal story about how an unseen energetic attachment impacted her daughter’s life for years—and how she ultimately found healing. Jodie and Elisa also discuss practical tools for energy protection, from setting personal boundaries to using sound therapy, intention setting, and shielding techniques. Tune in for an enlightening conversation on how to recognize, protect, and clear your energy field to maintain emotional and spiritual well-being. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 📌 [00:00] Introduction – Dr. Elisa Peavey and Jodie O'Brien introduce the topic of psychic attacks and why this is a critical but often ignored part of well-being. 📌 [02:30] What is a Psychic Attack? – Understanding how unseen energies can influence our emotions, thoughts, and even physical health. 📌 [05:00] Emotional Vulnerability & Energy Attachments – How negative emotions can invite energy imbalances, featuring a personal story about Elisa’s daughter. 📌 [12:00] Thought Form Projection: How Words & Intentions Can Impact Us – A fascinating example of how Jodie and Elisa have personally experienced this phenomenon. 📌 [17:30] Protecting Your Energy – Techniques such as intention-setting, visualization, shielding, and crystals. 📌 [20:00] The Power of Music & Sound Therapy – How sound frequencies and intentional listening can help clear and uplift energy. 📌 [24:00] Healing Practices for Families – How to identify and heal energetic imbalances within family dynamics. 📌 [33:00] Family Healing & Growth – The transformation of Elisa’s family after addressing her daughter’s experience with an energy attachment. 📌 [40:00] Final Thoughts & Upcoming Retreats – How families and individuals can learn energy protection techniques at upcoming retreats.

Rewiring Your Mind for Lasting Change: Healing and Resolutions with Dr. Elisa Peavey

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. Please consult a licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or wellness routine. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: * [00:00] Introduction: Meet Dr. Elisa Peavey and guest Jodie O’Brien as they kick off the discussion about why resolutions fail and how to reclaim your personal power. * [01:30] Why Resolutions Fail: Eye-opening statistics about the low success rate of resolutions and why subconscious resistance plays a major role. * [04:30] The Science of Change: Learn how neural pathways shape our habits and why rewiring them is key to transformation. * [08:50] Rapid Eye Technology: Discover the therapy Dr. Peavey calls a game-changer for healing trauma, PTSD, and emotional blocks. * [14:00] Emotional and Physical Health Connection: Insights into how unresolved emotions can manifest as physical pain—and what you can do about it. * [19:00] Healing Retreats for Families: Dr. Peavey shares the power of retreats and details upcoming opportunities for individuals and families. KEY TAKEAWAYS: * Subconscious patterns drive 90% of our daily actions, making change feel impossible without addressing the root causes. * Therapies like Rapid Eye Technology help release emotional trauma and rewire the brain for better outcomes. * Physical ailments, such as chronic pain, often have emotional roots that can be healed by addressing the underlying energy or emotion. RESOURCES MENTIONED: 1. Rapid Eye Technology: A leading therapy for trauma, PTSD, and emotional release. 2. Healing Retreats: Learn more about Dr. Peavey’s retreats, including her upcoming family camp near Yellowstone National Park (Summer 2025). 3. Statistics Referenced: * 2016 study: 9% of people stick to resolutions. * 2023 Forbes Health Survey: Only 6% succeed with their resolutions. ACTIONABLE TIPS: * Give yourself grace if you’re struggling with resolutions. Shame only perpetuates negative cycles. * Seek out functional medicine or neuro-emotional specialists to address deep-rooted patterns. * Start small: Awareness is the first step to transformation. UPCOMING EVENTS: * February Retreats for Adults: February 21–23, 2025. * May Retreats for Adults: May 14–16, 2025. * Family Camp: A weeklong event in Summer 2025 near Yellowstone National Park. For details, visit Dr. Peavey’s website * inspiteofme.org [https://inspiteofme.org]