Ever wondered where the line is between an acute illness and a chronic state? Or why the “right” homeopathic remedy isn’t just about matching a name to a condition? In Episode 103 of Strange, Rare & Peculiar, Denise and Alastair share insights from their latest teaching week and get real about acute prescribing in homeopathy—what it is, what it isn’t, and why individualization is everything.

You’ll hear them break down what actually defines acute and chronic (hint: it’s not just how long it lasts), why picking remedies based on disease names is a recipe for trouble, and the skill it takes to manage a case in the messy overlap between acute and chronic. They also dig into Organon aphorism 81 and why individualization is the name of the game.

From the subtle art of knowing when to prescribe—and when to let the body rest—to the stigma homeopaths sometimes face when they get sick themselves, this episode brings a practical, nuanced look at acute care. You’ll also get real-world stories: what happens when chronic illness is treated acutely, the risks of protocol-based prescribing, and why over-simplification leads to mixed results.

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Stream Episode 103 wherever you get your podcasts or check out the video below.