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Jan 13

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Ep. 488: Homeopathy for Flu Season

JJ Flizanes Conscious Relationships and Self Love Strategist

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JJ reconnects with longtime friend and homeopath Avghi "Avi" Constantinides (yes—at Trader Joe's!) for a timely conversation on natural immune support during the holiday season and beyond. Avghi breaks down what homeopathy is, how it differs from symptom-only approaches, and shares her go-to homeopathic "flu season trio" that many of her clients use for prevention and support. The conversation then expands into entrepreneurship, education, and why responsiveness and follow-up are essential for building a sustainable, heart-centered business.

In this episode, you'll hear:

How a chance reconnection at Trader Joe's brought Avghi into the West Coast Women Rising community
Avghi's origin story: from the UK, to South Africa, to the U.S.—and the life-changing realization that shaped her work
What homeopathy really is and how it treats the whole person rather than isolated symptoms
What to expect from a first homeopathic consultation—and why it goes deep
How emotional and life events often correlate with physical symptoms
Avghi's recommended homeopathic flu-season support trio:
- Influenzinum (homeopathic preparation of the current flu strain)
- Briar Rose (commonly used for respiratory and chest vulnerability)
- Thymulin / Thymuline (supporting immune and white blood cell function)
How and when to take these remedies, including travel and exposure support
Why combo remedies can help—and when individualized care is needed
Avghi's community work supporting first responders and clinics during the 2025 California fires
Building a business as a solopreneur:
- Early grassroots marketing before social media
- Why fast follow-up builds trust (and slow follow-up loses opportunities)
- The importance of visibility, service, and giving back to your field
Educational pathways through Avghi's school—from personal learning to professional practice
Why every household should have a basic homeopathic first-aid kit

Resources mentioned:

Practice: HomeopathyForLife.com
School: LASchoolofHomeopathy.com (site name transitioning)
Email: avghi@homeopathyforlife.com

Homeopathic First Aid List: JJFlizanes.com/firstaid