A Life in Search of Medical Wisdom : A Conversation with Peter Fairfield LAc Peter Fairfield, a highly respected acupuncturist and medical intuitive, shares his wisdom and experiences in the realm of healing. He discusses the importance of intersecting Western medicine with spiritual insights, mainly through intuitive awareness and understanding of one's lineage of healing. Peter advocates for deeper human connection and interaction in the field of medicine - moving away from cold, fact-based practices to a more compassionate and interconnected approach. He delves into the extensive potential of alternative practices like pulse diagnosis, acupuncture, and even 'kitten therapy', asserting that they can reveal vital insights into a person's health, ancestral influences, and overall well-being. Peter acknowledges the significance of understanding oneself - emotions, creativity - as an integral part of being a healer. 00:00 Introduction and Importance of Self-Discovery 00:36 The Healer's Council: A Journey into Medical Sciences 01:51 Guest Introduction: Peter Fairfield 07:00 Peter's Journey into Healing and Acupuncture 20:33 Understanding Ancestral Influence in Healing 23:02 The Role of Connection and Lineage in Healing 27:37 Exploring Ancestral Aspects in Healing 31:07 The Influence of Lineage on Modern Healers 32:45 The Importance of Self-Understanding in Healing 35:10 Expressing Discomfort and the Basis of Healing 35:48 The Importance of Heart in Healing 36:49 Understanding the Concept of Heart 38:39 The Role of Heart in Chinese Medicine 40:56 The Power of Forgiveness in Healing 50:31 The Significance of Pulse Diagnosis 59:20 The Role of Intuition in Healing 01:07:17 The Impact of Healers on Patients