Unlocking Deep Connections Through Compassion with Priya Duggal

Hosted by Rosemary Davies-Janes Produced by J’aime Rothbard In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to feel disconnected – from ourselves and from others. But for Priya Duggal, fostering profound connections is the heart of her holistic approach to healing. As a trained medical doctor, Priya mastered the technical aspects of healthcare. However, her journey has been one of continuous growth and self-discovery, and her transition into naturopathic medicine opened her eyes to the profound power of holistic healing. But it wasn't until she discovered Compassionate Inquiry that she truly learned to connect with her patients on a soul-to-soul level. Today, Compassionate Inquiry and mindfulness take center stage in Priya’s practice. Through her mastery of Kundalini yoga and other ancient modalities, Priya has honed the ability to help people understand themselves on a deeper level – their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This profound self-awareness is the key to unlocking their full potential and living in alignment with their authentic selves. But Priya's work is about more than just understanding; it's about empowerment. By cultivating body awareness and embracing a spirit of curiosity, her clients learn to engage with their own experiences in profoundly compassionate ways. The lasting transformative power of this approach is undeniable. Listen to this episode to hear her describe how, through gentle exploration and deep listening, Priya uncovers the root causes of her patients' issues, whether stubborn habits, emotional blockages, or self-doubt. Learn how Priya's guidance has equipped clients to access deeper self-understanding and holistic healing. If you are ready to unlock the insights and inner wisdom needed to achieve optimal physical and emotional well-being, you won’t want to miss this episode. About Priya Duggal: Dr. Priya Duggal ND is a registered naturopathic doctor practicing in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada. The areas of focus in her practice are women’s health, breast cancer, autoimmune conditions, addictions, and mental health. She is also a Compassionate Inquiry Practitioner, Facilitator, Educator, Mentor and Circle Leader.  Dr. Priya is the Vice President of MammAlive foundation, a non-profit organization run by volunteers who are passionate about women’s health and breast health education globally.  Dr.Priya was born and raised in India where she was trained as a medical doctor. She added to her skills and obtained a degree from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. She took the Healthy Breast Program with Sat Dharam Kaur, ND. Her quest for personal and professional growth continued by training in Kundalini Yoga, Beyond Addiction and Compassionate Inquiry.    Through Gabor Mate’s teachings and trauma work, she learnt that physical and mental symptoms have a deep and often hidden psychological component especially when it comes to chronic diseases, cancer, mental health and autoimmune conditions She invites those of you affected by chronic health conditions to explore the mind- body component of illness.   Dr. Priya’s long-term vision is to create a trauma-informed society that provides a safe, nurturing environment which is conducive to health and wellness. She spends her time between both Canada and India. She enjoys nature walks, traveling the world exploring different cultures, painting, spending quality time with her husband, their two adult children and adorable labrador-Kaju.   Resources: Website:  Dr.Priya Duggal,ND Priya Duggal’s Profile, Compassionate Inquiry Directory Books:  When The Body Says NoThe Body Keeps the Score Videos: How the Body Keeps the Score on Trauma | Bessel van der Kolk for Big Think+ The 7 SURPRISING Ways To Heal Trauma WITHOUT MEDICATION   Articles:  What is The Polyvagal Theory?The Science of Emotion: Gordon Neufeld’s Developmental Model