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- Jan 16
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Updated: Jan 19
Like peeling back the layers of an onion, your personal story holds the key to healing. Holistic approaches like Homeopathy look to understand who you are and how you came to be this way. This functional form of medicine recognises that your health is deeply connected to your lived experiences, so figuring out your history can help to unlock the door to effective treatment. A Homeopath doesn’t just look at what’s going on today, they look deeper, seeking the roots of your symptoms and patterns that have shaped your health story. They want to understand you as a whole person, not just your list of symptoms. Warning: like peeling onion, this process may bring tears, but the transformation is worth it.
Why is a Homeopath interested in Your Preconception Story?
Your healing doesn’t just start at birth, it begins long before that. In fact, your parents' health, emotional wellbeing, genetic dispositions and even their life experiences around the time of your conception all play a significant role in shaping your unique blueprint. Interestingly, the energetic environment in which your conception took place, can also matter. Questions you may hear from a Homeopath include:
What were your parents working towards when you were conceived?
Tell me about your parents’ state of health at the time of your conception?
How were your parents’ childhoods?
What kind of relationship did they have with each other and others?
From here, the Homeopath might explore your mother’s pregnancy and your birth experience. Were there any complications during pregnancy? Was the birth a traumatic experience? These early events can shape not only your physical body, but also your emotional health.
“When people are stressed they release stress hormones, adrenaline and cortisol. [If] the mother is stressed in pregnancy, those stress hormones go through the placenta via the umbilical cord, to the baby. That affects the baby’s nervous system and their development. Cortisol has a huge impact on the important brain circuits… unless something is done to correct it.”
Dr Gabor Maté
Quoted from The Mel Robbins Podcast
The brilliant thing is that we can absolutely do something to correct it, with Homeopathy. Homeopaths use these vital pieces of information to ascertain a deeper understanding of your unique constitution as well as any potential areas of vulnerability, that you may require assistance with.
The Significance of Your Childhood and Formative Years
Your childhood is the soil in which your healthy story grows. It’s a time of rapid development, physically, mentally and emotionally. Patterns formed here last a lifetime. A Homeopath wants to understand your early experiences as they are what shape your resilience, coping mechanisms and world view. In fact, science tells us that 75% of our belief systems are set by the time we are 3 years old with another 20% being set by the time we are 12 years old! Think of it like this, you’re the onion and your childhood is the earth in which you were planted. The quality of the soil, the amount of sunlight and the care you received all affect your growth and development. Similarly, your childhood experiences set the stage for your health later on. Understanding your early environment means a Homeopath can tailor a treatment plan that addresses the whole you, not just your symptoms.
Why Your Timeline or History Matters?
In a homeopathic consultation, your timeline or history is not just a formality; indeed, it's a critical roadmap that guides the Homeopath towards a comprehensive understanding of your health. From illnesses and traumas to emotional stressors and lifestyle changes, each one leaves an imprint on your ‘vital force’. For example, a series of stressful events in your life might have triggered a specific health issue. By meticulously mapping out your history, a Homeopath can identify patterns and connections that illuminate the path to healing, ensuring that the selected remedies resonate with your unique constitution and life experiences. Think of your timeline as a detective story where each clue helps uncover how different parts of your life have influenced your current state of health.
How Your Response to a Remedy Can Highlight Your Pain
When you take a homeopathic remedy, it’s not just about feeling better right away, it’s about listening to how your body speaks back. Homeopathy operates on the principle of “like cures like” meaning that a remedy can provoke a temporary aggravation of symptoms before initiating healing. This process, while sometimes uncomfortable, is a sign that the remedy is resonating with your vital force and stirring up underlying issues that need to be addressed. Think of the remedy as a key that unlocks a door to a room where your pain is stored. The initial aggravation is like the dust settling as you open that door. By carefully observing your reactions, a Homeopath can gain valuable insights into the nature of your pain, both physical and emotional and can then adjust treatment accordingly, to facilitate gentle and profound healing. It's a journey of self-discovery where your body's reactions guide the path to wellness.
Embracing Functional Medicine: A Path to Holistic Wellness
Homeopathy is a form of functional medicine, which offers a unique approach to healthcare by recognising the interconnectedness of mind, body and spirit. It empowers you to take control of your health by requesting that you become an active participant on your own healing journey, whilst being guided by a Homeopath, who sees you as a whole person and not just a set of symptoms.
“I had been struggling with chronic insomnia for quite some time when I decided to seek help from Nicole. During our session, Nicole's approach was thorough and comprehensive; listening attentively to my concerns and asking in-depth questions to fully understand my sleep issues. What truly impressed me was Nicole's commitment to going above and beyond in her efforts to help me. Her recommendations were tailored specifically to address my individual needs and she was proactive in monitoring my progress, making adjustments to my plan as needed. Homeopathy is new to me but I felt incredibly supported by Nicole the entire way and reassured by her knowledge and genuine care. I've since experienced a remarkable transformation in my sleep patterns. Previously, I would struggle for hours to fall asleep and then only manage around 4 hours of sleep each night. Now, I consistently fall asleep within an hour and sleep a full restorative 8 hours - sometimes even more! I can't thank Nicole enough for her invaluable support and guidance. I wholeheartedly recommend her services to anyone struggling with similar issues. Nicole is truly a gem!”
Lauren Hopkins
Homeopathy Client
If you're ready to peel back the layers and explore your story, this path might be exactly what you’re looking for! My name is Nicole Sutherland and as a registered Homeopath and someone who has experienced profound healing through Homeopathy, I would be honoured to walk alongside you, whilst we re-map your health journey together. Find more about me and my homeopathic services, here.
