Throwback Thursday - Ep 109: Homeopathy for Health in Africa on location - with Rebecca Stirrup

Do you know that homeopathy is now developing in Africa? In today's episode, Rebecca will give us a tour of different homeopathy clinics in Africa and talk to some Africans who are helping their communities through homeopathic remedies. They'll also share their journey and some cases where homeopathic medicines helped them. All about Rebecca Stirrup Homeopath Rebecca Stirrup is the President of the NZ Homeopathic Society and has over 30 years of clinical experience. Rebecca has volunteered for an organization called Homeopathy for Health in Africa, since 2013, an organization set up by Jeremy and Camilly Sher, that provides free homeopathic healthcare to the people in parts of Africa, particularly those affected by AIDS. Homeopathy for Health in Africa is truly doing much-needed work and we ask that if you’re able to donate to this wonderful organization in any way, please visit www.homeopathyforhealthinafrica.org/. Rebecca’s website is www.aklhomeopathy.co.nz. Check out these episode highlights: 03:37 - The Lady with AIDS's story 05:37 - The Lady with Chronic Bladder Infection's story 07:48 - A child suffering from Forsaken Syndrome 09:37 - Sister Eda’s homeopathy journey and how homeopathy helped her and the community 16:00 - People living with AIDS in Africa and what their lives look like 17:18 - How Homeopathy works alongside the antiretrovirals 20:19 - A child suffering from hemophiliac 27:23 - Homeopathy clinic in Arusha, Africa 29:50 - Homeopathic preparations from farmlands 31:22 - How Arnica cures the people in Arusha 33:37 - Cases that Rebecca saw during her 3 days stay in Africa 36:32 - Conversation with Martha, a homeopathic organizer in Africa If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode.   Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies   Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s   Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you’ll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom

In this episode, we talk about the often-overlooked challenges of menopause and perimenopause, from physical to emotional and mental health impacts. Ruth breaks down the differences between perimenopause and menopause, touching on mood swings, anxiety, and cognitive shifts. We discuss the importance of understanding these changes and seeking support when needed, while also offering practical tips for managing symptoms naturally, like balancing blood sugars, supporting adrenal health, and adding weight-bearing exercise. Ruth provides actionable self-care and diet advice to help women navigate this transformative time.   Episode Highlights: 04:04 - Moments That Mattered – My Time in the Solomon Islands 08:58 - Dengue Fever Incident 13:04 - Understanding Perimenopause & Menopause 20:38 - Common Symptoms of Menopause 23:02 - Practical Tips for Managing Menopause 24:37 - Importance of Seeking Help  28:11 - Blood Sugar Management 30:04 - The Link Between Stress and Inflammation 32:48 - Simple Shifts That Curb Cravings and Boost Energy 36:52 - Tips on how to support adrenal health during menopause 38:38 - Discussing the prevalence of anemia in menopausal women and how to manage it 43:07 - The Power of Weight-Bearing Exercise 45:46 - Recognizing the Signs That Menopause Has Officially Begun 50:45 - A Homeopathic Estrogen for Menopause 53:24 - Finding Positives in Menopause   About my Guests: Ruth Hull is a qualified counsellor, herbalist, and homeopath who has been supporting others on their healing journeys since 1999. With a background that began in London as a reflexologist, Ruth has studied and practiced natural medicine across South Africa, the UK, Taiwan, and Australia. Her work integrates aromatherapy, herbal medicine, and homeopathy with a Master’s degree in Counselling, allowing her to support clients through a wide range of emotional and physical challenges—from trauma and grief to hormonal shifts and burnout. Known for her gentle yet profound approach, Ruth combines scientific knowledge with soulful care, offering sessions grounded in natural medicine and warm, supportive conversation. She is also the author of several textbooks on anatomy and physiology and brings a passion for teaching and clarity into every aspect of her work.   Find out more about Ruth Website: https://www.ruthhull.com/   If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode.   Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies   Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/   Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s   Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you’ll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom            

Does homeopathy really help?   You will never know if you do not give it a try!   Homeopathy has been a great blessing for me and my family. Joining me today is Louise Bentley and we will be talking about her homeopathy journey, the methodologies in homeopathy, and everything about Miasms and Homeopathic Facial Analysis.   All about Louise: Louise has been practicing homeopathy since 1996. She graduated from the Victorian College of Classical Homeopathy and has been the training and administrative manager since 2001. Alongside her partner, Grant Bentley, she has been instrumental in the development and promotion of the Homeopathic Facial Analysis (HFA) system. This has included the production and editing of the four HFA books, the creation of HFA software, the development and management of the college’s three websites and clinical training program, and the management of the college’s online training program. She has recently hosted the Advanced Practitioner Course in homeopathy and HFA is now available online.   Check out these episode highlights: 02:06 - How Louise was introduced to homeopathy 03:46 - Methodologies in homeopathy 06:32 - What is Homeopathic Facial Analysis (HFA) 10:53 - The three primary miasms 13:38 - Miasms remedies 22:06 - What does “PANDAS” stands for 25:10 - How much can homeopathy do Tune in to learn more wisdom from Louise! Get The HFA Workbook https://www.amazon.com/HFA-Workbook-Louise-Bentley/dp/B09BYDH444   Sign up to learn about HFA http://vcch.org/   If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode.   Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies   Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s   Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you’ll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom

Join Sarah and Bridget as they share their incredible work with the School of Intuitive Homeopathy and Homeopathy Hive. They discuss how empowering mothers to take control of their children's health, understand their individual needs, and learn together through homeopathy can make a significant difference. The conversation also covers how Homeopathy Hive supports children with complex health issues, such as autism and neuro-immune challenges, and their approach to intuitive practices and trauma-informed care.   Episode Highlights: 01:27 - Bridget's Origin Story with Homeopathy 06:18 - Learning from Parents' Experiences 10:53 - What is Homeopathy Hive 13:57 - Unique Approaches to Complex Cases 15:57 - The Importance of Collaboration 18:12 - Mighty Networks and Community Support 20:31 - Criteria for Client Consultations 23:26 - Telepathy Tapes and Communication 25:57 - The Gifts of Non-Speaking Children 27:49 - Helping Children Feel Their Bodies 30:01 - Listening to Children's Messages 32:42 - The Role of Homeopathy in Healing 36:32 - Why rushing the process can sometimes miss the magic 40:01 - A must-read book for parents 42:10 - Future Plans for The Hive and School of Intuitive Homeopathy   About my Guests: Sarah Valentini is a qualified homeopath with a deep passion for helping women and children navigate complex health challenges. With a special focus on developmental and behavioral conditions such as ASD, PANDAS, PANS, ADHD, sensory processing issues, emotional dysregulation, and rage, Sarah works closely with families to create integrated healing plans. She also supports mothers facing hormonal imbalances, gut health issues, and stress-related concerns. Known for her thorough, holistic approach, Sarah leaves no stone unturned — considering medical history, pathology, emotional factors, trauma, environmental influences, and the psychodynamic roots of illness. Drawing on her own journey with meditation, nutrition, psychotherapy, and homeopathy, she brings a unique depth to her practice. Sarah holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Homeopathy and has furthered her studies through workshops with leading practitioners like Michal Yakir, Rajan Sankaran, The Joshis, Dr. Isaac Golden, and Angelica Lemke’s School of Intuitive Homeopathy.   Bridget Biscotti Bradley grew up in the world of Western medicine as the daughter of a family physician but found her true calling in holistic health after using homeopathy to heal her own complex children. Now, she is passionate about helping other families facing challenges like PANDAS/PANS, Lyme disease, MCAS, mold toxicity, food intolerances, ancestral and birth trauma, and more. Bridget trained in pediatric homeopathy at the School of Intuitive Homeopathy and pursued further clinical studies with the Lotus Health Institute, the International School for Human Chemistry, and the Centre for Homeopathic Education. She is also certified in homeoprophylaxis and gemmotherapy. A published author and editor, Bridget served as the developmental editor for Dr. Angelica Lemke’s book Healing Complex Children with Homeopathy and teaches in the School of Intuitive Homeopathy’s certification program. Living in Bend, Oregon, she and her husband unschool their two children, and Bridget remains dedicated to empowering parents to discover their own healing wisdom through homeopathy.   Find out more about Sarah and Bridget Website: https://www.homeopathyhive.com/   Listen in to the Intuitive Homeopathy Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/intuitive-homeopathy-podcast/id1565903151   If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode.   Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies   Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/   Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s   Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you’ll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom

Are you looking for a great way to connect with others who share your values?   A community that can help you find answers to your questions and save you money and time?   In today's episode, I talk with Mary about how she started her Homeopathy Study Group, how she grew it to 40,000 members, and how the group helps each other.   About Mary Aspinwall In the early 1990s, Mary designed a range of four internationally best-selling homeopathy kits, which are manufactured by Helios. She has spent the past 28 years educating the public about Homeopathy and holistic approaches to health through her magazine articles, videos, websites, and online courses.    For the past 6 years, she has run “Mary’s Homeopathy Study Group” on Facebook. It has over 40,000 enthusiastic members who support one another and share their love of this amazing healing art. You are most welcome to join. Mary offers many free educational resources to get you started at www.maryaspinwall.com/resources    Mary has a Zoom-based practice offering in-depth constitutional care plans to clients all over the world. You may contact her assistant, Lucy, for more details at [email protected].   Episode Highlights: 01:44 - Mary’s journey to Homeopathy 11:02 - What prompted Mary to establish the Homeopathy Study Group, which has grown to 40,000 members 15:39 - Fantastic review from a lovely member of the Homeopathy Study Group 22:12 - The Homeopathy Study Group's rules and what keeps it going 32:39 - What is CLAMS   All the educational support that Mary mentions can be found here: www.maryaspinwall.com/resources   Join the Homeopathy Study Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/studyhomeopathy   If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode.   Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies   Here is the link for my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s   Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you’ll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom

Feeling isolated in your homeopathy practice? You’re not alone! Join us as Jess Coleman shares the fascinating results of the New Zealand Homeopathic Demographic Survey, shedding light on the current state of homeopathy in the region.   Discover the challenges homeopaths are facing, including surprising statistics about working hours and age demographics within the profession. Jess also introduces her inspiring initiative, Homeopaths NZ, which is dedicated to supporting both new and experienced practitioners in building thriving practices.   Episode Highlights: 02:09 - Demographic Survey Highlights 04:13 - Too Young to Practice? Debunking the Experience Myth 06:14 - Why Practice Hours Matter 09:44 - Details of Homeopaths NZ membership 14:52 - The Power of Finding Your Tribe 19:27 - Seeing Through Different Lenses 21:08 - How Homeopathy Unveils Your Deepest Truths 27:04 - Maybe It’s Not You, It’s Your Design 32:33 - Lessons from the Membership Trenches 34:30 - Creating Your Flow 36:25 - How to join the membership   About my Guest: Jess Coleman is the founder of Fruition Mind Body Health and has been practicing homeopathy since graduating from the Bay of Plenty College of Homeopathy (now the College of Natural Health and Homeopathy) in 2012. A qualified CEASE and QRA Therapist, Jess began her career at the Healing Haven Homeopathic Dispensary in Auckland before relocating to Whangarei in 2015, where she opened The Healing Haven Northland. Today, she offers online and in-person consultations at Just Thrive Studio in central Whangarei, where she also dispenses homeopathic remedies. Inspired by the lack of public awareness she witnessed at the Auckland Baby Show, Jess was driven to create Fruition—a platform to educate and empower people to use simple homeopathic remedies in everyday life. The concept took root over several years and came fully to life in 2020, aligning with her vision to make homeopathy more accessible and understood.   Find out more about Jess Website: https://fruitionmindbodyhealth.co.nz/   Sign up for her membership at https://www.homeopaths.nz/   If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode.   Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies   Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/   Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s   Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you’ll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom          

Are homeopathic medicines safe?   In this episode, you will learn about Beau's wonderful adventure when she was exposed to homeopathy, as well as her success stories on how she was able to have really fantastic outcomes when practicing homeopathic remedies. In addition, she offers tips on how to fast advance your home prescribing skills if you are new to homeopathy.   About my Guest: Beau Wilson is a mum of three, a midwife, a childbirth educator and a homeopathy enthusiast. She has a Bachelor of Midwifery and a Masters in Primary Maternity Care and is currently studying to become a homeopath. Beau is now offering practical and holistic pregnancy, childbirth and early parenting education to mums to be in Perth, Western Australia.    Check out these episode highlights: 01:56 - Does homeopathy actually help 04:00 - The evidence of the positive effects of homeopathy 06:20 - Homeopathic remedies can treat conditions such as prolapse and hemorrhoids 09:00 - Common illnesses at home that can be treated with homeopathy 17:32 - Beau's journey to becoming a midwife and how she made the decision 28:07 - How to improve your home prescribing abilities quickly if you're new to homeopathy   Find out more about Beau and connect with her on https://www.birthtobaby.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/birthtobabyaus/   If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode.   Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies   Here is the link for my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s   Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you’ll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom

Welcome to Day 6 of Homeopathy Awareness Week! Today, we’re sharing powerful stories from around the world that highlight the life-changing impact of homeopathy. Hear from Abby, a courageous 10-year-old who found confidence and a sense of belonging through her healing journey; Lyubina from Bulgaria, who recounts a transformative experience with her son; Sharon, who shares how homeopathy has become a cornerstone of her family’s health; and Eileen Nauman, a seasoned EMT, who speaks to the vital role homeopathy can play in emergency situations.   If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode.   Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies   Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/   Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s   Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you’ll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom          

Day 5 of Homeopathy Awareness Week is here, and we’re thrilled to share more incredible healing stories from around the world. Lyn from Queensland, Australia, recounts how homeopathy supported her daughter through the challenges of teething. One family shares their empowering journey of managing various health issues without a single GP visit for over two years. Angela from Houston, Texas, opens up about how homeopathy helped her during her daughter’s seizure and her own health struggles. Sheena reflects on her transformative experience with remedies like Thuja, while Barbara, a homeopath from London, shares both personal and professional insights into the profound impact of homeopathy. Finally, Helen offers a heartfelt look into her studies in homeopathy and the meaningful improvements she’s seen in her own well-being. These stories remind us that homeopathy continues to inspire, empower, and transform lives across the globe.   If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode.   Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies   Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/   Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s   Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you’ll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom