Send us a text

Something remarkable happens when we reconnect with the earth beneath our feet. As I navigate my cancer journey, I've been drawn back to the Gardens of Hope—our 2.5-acre botanical sanctuary in California—where the most profound healing often happens with dirt under my fingernails.

This episode shares the story of Todd, a Marine veteran whose body bears the scars of combat and countless injuries. After spending just days working in our gardens, he experienced what seemed impossible: "For the first time in 20 years, I'm not in pain." His transformation mirrors what I've discovered during my own healing—that therapeutic horticulture isn't just about pretty flowers, but about reconnecting with fundamental healing frequencies we've lost touch with in modern life.

When we walk barefoot on soil, touch plants directly, listen to water flowing, or simply breathe deeply outdoors, something shifts physiologically. Our bodies exchange electrons with the earth. Our attention diverts from suffering. The water within us—remember, we're mostly water—responds to these surroundings and even our thoughts, as Dr. Emoto's fascinating water crystal research suggests. These aren't mystical concepts; they're observations from someone witnessing unexpected healing firsthand.

The path toward health doesn't require abandoning your life as I temporarily did mine. It starts with just 15 minutes daily—a small commitment that often naturally expands as benefits appear. Begin by honestly assessing your current state across all pillars of health: sleep, nutrition, movement, stress, and connection. Envision where you want to be, then take one small step. Like pushing a boulder, the initial effort is hardest, but momentum builds with each push.

Whether you're facing serious health challenges or simply sensing there's a better version of yourself waiting to emerge, I invite you to join our growing community of people committed to intentional healing. Subscribe to dive deeper into these concepts, and consider what might change if you gave your health just 15 focused minutes today.

Intro for podcast

Support the show

Support for Joe's Cure

Here is the link for Sunday's 4 pm Pacific time Zoom meeting