Your Life is the Medicine with Dr. Sonny Miles

When summer arrives with its long light and outward energy, the invitation isn't to do more — it's to find balance. In this seasonal episode of Your Life Is the Medicine , Dr. Sonny Miles, an integrative and palliative care physician, explores what it means to move through summer in genuine relationship with the body. Drawing on Traditional Chinese Medicine's fire element and the wi...

In this soulful episode of Your Life Is the Medicine , Dr. Sonny Miles — integrative and palliative care physician — opens the door to one of the most transformative practices in her own healing journey: women's circles. Recorded in the luminous days leading up to the summer solstice, Dr. Miles reflects on how circle work entered her life only six years ago, born from a painful career transit...

In this deeply personal episode of Your Life Is the Medicine , Dr. Sonny Miles shares the story of how her horses, Galileo and Ding, became her most profound teachers in trauma recovery, nervous system regulation, and self-trust. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, she offers a soulful, grounded look at the work so many women carry quietly — the anxiety, the hypervigilance, the long practic...

In this deeply personal episode of Your Life Is The Medicine , Dr. Sonny Miles invites listeners into a sacred pause — lighting a candle, drawing an oracle card, and reflecting on the winding journey of becoming herself. Through the ancient metaphor of the labyrinth, she explores what it means to release the conditioning of who we thought we were supposed to be and return to the truth of who we ac...

In this deeply resonant episode of "Your Life Is The Medicine," Dr. Sonny Miles redefines the concept of self-care, moving beyond commercialized "Band-Aid" solutions toward the intentional creation of a life that meets your actual needs. Drawing from her personal evolution as a palliative care physician and healer, Dr. Sonny explores the unique challenges faced by those who hol...

In this seasonally inspired episode of "Your Life Is The Medicine," Dr. Sonny Miles explores the profound transition from the restorative hibernation of winter to the vibrant, active energy of spring. Drawing from the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda, Dr. Sonny discusses how to navigate the "liminal space" of early spring with intention and grace. She shares...

In this powerful episode of "Your Life Is The Medicine," Dr. Sonny Miles reflects on International Women's Day to explore the extraordinary courage and resilience of women everywhere. Drawing from her transformative experience as a Peace Corps volunteer in rural Paraguay to her current work as an integrative medicine physician, Dr. Sonny discusses the hidden costs of being a woman i...

In this illuminating episode of "Your Life Is The Medicine," Dr. Sonny Miles pulls back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood specialties in modern healthcare: palliative care. Drawing from over a decade of experience walking with patients through serious illness and the end of life, Dr. Sonny explores how the ethos of palliative medicine—prioritizing quality of life and "liv...

In this transformative episode of "Your Life Is The Medicine," Dr. Sonny Miles takes listeners behind the scenes of her personal and professional evolution over the last year. Moving through the liminal space between the Year of the Snake and the Year of the Fire Horse, she reflects on the profound shift from surviving the patriarchal structures of conventional medicine to thriving in a...

In this poignant and timely episode of "Your Life Is The Medicine," Dr. Sonny explores the vital concept of soul medicine for navigating periods of collective trauma and political uncertainty. As a physician and deeply feeling healer, she addresses the profound distress many are experiencing in the current climate, particularly regarding the mistreatment of marginalized communities. Dr....

In the debut episode of 2026, Dr. Sonny, a physician specializing in integrative and palliative care, explores the profound concept of "wintering." Far from being a season of laziness or stagnation, winter is presented as a vital, restorative pause mirrored in the natural world. Dr. Sonny discusses the tension between the modern push for "New Year, New You" productivity and the...

The holiday season often replaces joy with obligation, speeding up our pace when nature demands we slow down. In this essential episode of "Your Life Is The Medicine," Dr. Sonny, a physician of integrative medicine, offers a vital guide on how to stay anchored and true to yourself amidst seasonal pressures. She explores the necessity of embodiment, teaching listeners how to listen to the...

In "Your Life Is The Medicine," Dr. Sonny, a physician of integrative and palliative care, tackles the profound and often avoided topic of grief. Moving beyond the common societal focus on death-related loss, Dr. Sonny explores the many subtle ways grief manifests in daily life—from aging and chronic illness diagnoses to changing relationships and shifting identities. She powerfully asse...

In "Your Life Is The Medicine," Dr. Sonny, a physician of integrative and palliative care, explores the profound role of ritual in moving through the pain and grief inherent in the healing journey. Beyond the sterile environment of the clinic, Dr. Sonny guides listeners to embrace intentional practices that transform daily life into a source of profound wellness and self-connection. She...

In "Your Life Is The Medicine," Dr. Sonny invites listeners to reconnect with the ancient rhythms of the seasons, emphasizing that our bodies inherently feel these transitions, and that intentional shifts can optimize our well-being. Drawing inspiration from traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda, Dr. Sonny explores the holistic healing power of Fall—a season of both harvest and sacre...

In a world that constantly bombards us with messages to keep working and pushing, Dr. Sonny Miles, a physician of integrative and palliative care, reveals a radical act of rebellion: creating spaces for healing. In this episode, she takes you on a journey through her philosophy on planning and facilitating healing workshops and retreats. Dr. Miles unpacks why stepping away from the daily grind is...

In "Your Life Is The Medicine," Dr. Sonny Miles delves into one of life's most profound, yet often avoided, teachers: death and dying. While commonly associated with grief and loss, Dr. Miles, a board-certified physician in palliative care, reveals how confronting our own mortality can be a powerful force for living a more meaningful, rich, and aligned life. Drawing from Rilke'...

In "Your Life Is The Medicine," Dr. Sonny Miles, a board-certified physician in internal, palliative, and integrative medicine, invites you to rediscover your body's profound wisdom. We're often taught to disconnect from our bodies, ignoring vital cues and pushing past our limits. Dr. Miles shares her unique journey and clinical insights, revealing how this disconnection impact...

Healing isn't just what you do—it's how you live. Welcome to "Your Life Is The Medicine," where Dr. Sonny Miles, a board-certified physician in internal, hospice & palliative, and integrative medicine, explores the profound power of everyday choices in cultivating deep, lasting wellness. Drawing from her decade-plus experience and personal healing journey, Dr. Miles reveals...

Healing isn’t just what you do—it’s how you live. Your Life Is the Medicine explores integrative healing, soulful living, and the power of journeying within to create a wisdom-led life rooted in connection, purpose, and well-being.  Hi, I'm Dr. Sonny Miles, and I believe your life IS the medicine.  I know what it means to live in a body that doesn’t follow the rules.  For years, as an integra...