045: Nathan Gets Interviewed by Dr. Michael Fortini on How Are You Healing?

045: Nathan Gets Interviewed by Dr. Michael Fortini on How Are You Healing?

Author: Nathan Oxenfeld: Certified Teacher of the Bates Method, Yoga, Meditation, a October 27, 2020 Duration: 55:47

In this episode, Certified Bates Method Teacher, Nathan Oxenfeld is the guest on Dr. Michael Fortini's new show called How Are You Healing? Listen in on their conversation to hear Nathan share more of his personal story as well as some important natural vision improvement tips. Before the interview, Nathan provides an update on this month's successful Holistic Vision Summit and worldwide premier of his new documentary Vision 2020: From Eyesight To Insight, which is now available to rent or buy!

Go to www.integraleyesight.com/hvs to get the replay of the 2020 Holistic Vision Summit, which includes the world premier of Vision 2020: From Eyesight To Insight. Or go to www.vision2020movie.com to rent or purchase our new documentary about natural vision improvement.

Go to www.wncholisticcenter.com/podcasts for more information about the How Are You Healing? Podcast and the WNC Holistic Center here in Asheville, North Carolina. You can also watch the video version of this interview on YouTube at https://youtu.be/6kj-sNA9KFo

Thank you for listening and thanks to Audionautix for the music in this podcast.


What if the strain you feel in your eyes isn't a life sentence, but a habit you can change? The Naked Eye Podcast: Exploring Natural Alternatives to Glasses, Contacts, and Surgeries moves beyond conventional eyecare to investigate a holistic path. Hosted by Nathan Oxenfeld, a certified teacher of the Bates Method, yoga, and meditation, this podcast delves into the often-overlooked connection between how we use our eyes and our overall mental and physical state. Each conversation is a deep dive into practical, natural vision improvement. You’ll hear detailed discussions on techniques like breathwork and specific visual relaxation practices, all framed within the understanding that eyesight is not a static condition but a dynamic sense intertwined with stress, posture, and attention. The goal here isn't just to see a clearer chart, but to cultivate healthier eyes and a more insightful relationship with your own vision. Nathan guides listeners through principles that challenge the assumption that blur is permanent, offering a thoughtful exploration of how alternative methods can lead to tangible changes in daily life. Tune in for a nuanced perspective that redefines what it means to care for your eyes, focusing on the innate capacity for clarity that exists without external aids. This is a space for anyone curious about the potential of their own vision, eager to learn from a teacher who approaches seeing as an integral part of well-being.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

The Naked Eye Podcast: Exploring Natural Alternatives to Glasses, Contacts, and Surgeries
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