JJ reconnects with longtime friend and homeopath Avghi Constantinides (yes—at Trader Joe's!) for a timely conversation on natural immune support during the holiday season and beyond. Avi 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. Then the conversation shifts into entrepreneurship: how Avi built a thriving private practice, launched a school, and why quick follow-up and responsiveness can make (or break) a business.
How a chance reconnection at Trader Joe's led to Avghi joining the community and landing on the show
Avghi's origin story: from the UK to South Africa to the U.S.—and the epiphany that shaped her life's work
What homeopathy is: treating the whole person (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual) vs. "one symptom = one drug"
What to expect in a first homeopathic appointment (and why it goes deep)
Why the "why now?" question matters (and how life events can be connected to symptoms)
Avghi's 3 core remedies for flu season support:
Influenzinum (homeopathic version of the current flu strain, taken weekly through flu season)
Briar Rose (often used for upper respiratory/chest vulnerability)
Thymuline/Thymulin (to support immune function / T-cell support)
How to use these remedies: weekly use + extra doses for travel, exposure, or "I feel something coming on" moments
Combo remedies for cough/cold: why they can help, and why a persistent cough may require a professional to individualize care
Avghi's work supporting first responders and community efforts during the 2025 California fires
The "business side" for solopreneurs:
How Avghi marketed herself before social media (networking groups, local referrals, in-person education/booths)
Why fast follow-up wins trust and clients (and how slow response loses them)
The importance of "boots on the ground" visibility and community service
Avghi's school pathways: foundational learning for personal use or a full practitioner track
A practical takeaway: build a home remedy cabinet/first-aid kit so you're prepared for acute situations
Avghi's practice: HomeopathyForLife.com
School: LASchoolofHomeopathy.com (site may still display the former name during the transition)
Email: avghi@homeopathyforlife.com
First Aid Homeopathy List: JJFlizanes.com/firstaid
