In this episode of the Wellness Law Podcast, host Barbara Zabawa enjoys a deep conversation with Pamela Miles, an internationally renowned reiki master and pioneer in bringing Reiki practice to conventional medicine. Pamela shares her intriguing journey into Reiki, her daily practice, and how she teaches others to harness self-healing. The discussion turns to the potential regulation of Reiki and similar alternative wellness practices. Pamela discusses her advocacy efforts against regulatory attempts and examines the ramifications of such regulation, asserting that Reiki is a spiritual, rather than medical, practice. They also touch on the diverse backgrounds of people seeking Reiki and the non-evidence of harm as stated by the National Institutes of Health. Don't miss this insightful exchange about the intersection of wellness practices and law. To learn more about Pamela and her work, visit https://reikiinmedicine.org/.
00:00 Introduction to the Wellness Law Podcast
00:27 Meet Pamela Miles: Reiki Master and Medical Pioneer
01:34 Pamela's Journey into Reiki
03:25 Daily Reiki Practice and Teaching
03:51 Advocacy and Regulation in Reiki
07:09 The Debate on Licensing Reiki Practitioners
12:33 The Spiritual Nature of Reiki
17:47 Pamela's Work and Resources
19:01 Conclusion and Farewell

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In this episode of the Wellness Law Podcast, host Barbara is joined by Dr. Rich Joseph and Rachele Pojednic, experts in both academia and the wellness industry. The discussion centers around their collaborative efforts to bridge the gap between traditional evidence-based medicine and the rapidly growing wellness industry. Dr. Pojednic, a director at Restore Hyper Wellness and a faculty member at Stanford, and Dr. Rich Joseph, a private medical practitioner and Harvard faculty member, share their unique perspectives on the challenges and responsibilities faced by both sectors. They emphasize the importance of scientific research, safe implementation of wellness therapies, and the need for collaboration to meet consumer demand. The conversation also touches on the legal ramifications and the necessity for both industries to build trust and ensure safety while navigating this complex landscape. To learn more about Dr. Podjenic's work, visit https://www.restore.com/restore-medical-team and follow her on social media. To learn more about Dr. Joseph, follow him on LinkedIn. To read Rich and Rachele's Snake Oil article, click here.

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