I’m Darin Olien, the “Superfood Hunter.” If you’re looking for motivation to take the next step towards a happier, healthier life then you’re in the right place. On this podcast, you’ll hear honest conversations with extraordinary people that educate and inspire me. We cover everything from nutrition and mental health to sustainable ways of living. We also dive into life's Fatal Conveniences™. These are the things that we're doing or consuming in our day-to-day life that may actually be harming us, or the Earth.
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Rhona Mitra: A Personal Journey Towards Health and Empowerment Through Self-Healing
Our modern lifestyle and societal norms have contributed to our disconnection from our bodies and the environment. The constant exposure to both physical and emotional toxins has numbed us to our own pain and suffering, reducing our ability to respond effectively to health issues.
In part 2 of our discussion, my guest Rhona Mitra, shares her healing journey through navigating the Western healthcare system, the struggles she faced with a vaccination, the power of detoxification, listening to our bodies as the ultimate guide to recovery, and the importance of self-education about medical interventions.
We also discuss Rhona’s experience of horse rehabilitation, the profound connection between humans and horses, and the lessons she learned from them.
Rhona’s story shows that In the face of healthcare hurdles, it is indeed possible to emerge stronger, healthier, and more in tune with ourselves and the world around us.
What we discuss:
(0:05:06) - Rhona’s personal struggle of navigating through the Western healthcare system after sustaining an injury, her negative experiences with misdiagnosis and the need for a healthcare system that better prioritizes patient welfare
(0:16:44) - The importance of personal health and self-care, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the importance of educating oneself about medical interventions
(0:23:31) - Rhona’s personal story of vaccine injury that led to a lifestyle shift towards natural remedies and plant-based medicine, the importance of being mindful of one's consumption and the necessity of breaking free from societal norms to take control of personal health
(0:39:48) - The impact of our modern lifestyle and societal norms on our disconnection from our bodies and the environment, and Rhona’s personal experiences on detoxifying the body and how it can lead to a newfound awareness and sensitivity
(0:47:37) - Rhona’s unexpected journey into working with horses, the profound lessons learned from letting go of ego when interacting with these animals, and how a compassionate and authentic way of living has emerged from this interaction
(0:52:03) - Rhona’s 20-year journey of rescuing and rehabilitating wild horses, sharing heart-wrenching scenarios they have encountered and emphasizing the importance of allowing these horses to live in their natural habitat
(0:59:06) - Activism and how Rhona’s journey of self-discovery led to dedicating her life to helping animals and fostering empathy between humans
(1:06:31) - Rhona’s efforts in creating an online support system for individuals struggling with mental health and addiction, and her work with horses and holistic land management practices, offering alternative ways of interacting with animals and the land
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Website: https://www.thelastark.com/
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