Is "energy healing" safe?Is "energy healing" safe?
Alive and Free
Bob Gardner explores energy healing's role in addiction recovery, discussing fixers, listeners, and teachers. He emphasises the importance of body awareness and mindset in healing.
16:23•16 Feb 2026
Is Energy Healing the Key to Overcoming Addiction?
Episode Overview
- Energy healing involves different approaches: fixers, listeners, and teachers.
- Medical knowledge has limitations; awareness is key when choosing healers.
- Listening to the body can lead to self-healing and transformation.
- Mindset and environment play crucial roles in physical health.
- Subtle changes in perception can lead to significant healing.
“"When you're going to fix somebody, just recognise it doesn't matter what field you're going into; you're assuming you can diagnose the problem in its totality."”
Ever wondered what it takes to understand energy healing and its impact on addiction recovery? In this episode of 'Alive and Free,' Bob Gardner tackles the intriguing topic of energy healing and its safety. With a focus on breaking free from addiction, anxiety, and depression, Bob shares his experiences and insights into the world of energy healing. He categorises practitioners into three camps: fixers, listeners, and teachers, each with their unique approach to healing.
Fixers use methods like acupuncture and Reiki to clear blockages, while listeners focus on understanding the body's needs without imposing solutions. Teachers guide individuals through movement disciplines like yoga and Tai Chi to facilitate healing. Bob raises important questions about the limitations of medical and therapeutic knowledge, encouraging listeners to be aware of the boundaries of their understanding. He highlights the significance of listening to the body and the potential for self-healing when attention is directed inward.
Through personal anecdotes, Bob illustrates how subtle changes in mindset and environment can lead to profound physical transformations. Is energy healing safe? Bob suggests it depends on the practitioner's skill and intentions, urging caution and awareness when choosing a healer. This episode is a fascinating exploration of how different approaches to energy can aid in overcoming personal struggles. Are you ready to rethink what it means to heal? Tune in for an engaging discussion that challenges conventional wisdom.

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