Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Play as Medicine: Healing Beyond Surgery - Zander Phelps
What happens when we throw out society's rulebook on healing? Zander Phelps discovered something remarkable when faced with a hernia diagnosis – the power of play as medicine.
Most would rush to surgery when diagnosed with an inguinal hernia, but Zander Phelps took a radically different path. Having spent a decade traveling the world with just a backpack and a hacky sack, he'd discovered that play wasn't just a fun pastime – it was the universal language of love and potentially a powerful healing modality. Facing a condition that typically requires surgical intervention, Zander made the bold decision to heal naturally rather than accepting a procedure that would limit his ability to move freely.
His healing journey combined ancient wisdom with modern understanding of the body's self-regenerative capabilities. From castor oil packs with myrrh oil to specialized vacuum breathing exercises, from aloe vera treatments to laughter therapy – Zander created a comprehensive approach that honored his body's intrinsic healing abilities. The results challenged conventional medical wisdom and opened up profound questions about our assumptions regarding recovery and health.
Beyond his personal healing story, our conversation explores a deeper cultural crisis – our technological disconnection from physical play and genuine human interaction. "I see kids with their faces in phones all day and it's distressing," Zander notes, contrasting today's screen-focused childhood with the joy of neighborhood outdoor play he experienced growing up. We discuss the emerging "digital de
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