Can You Pray Away Pain? Beatty Carmichael Thinks So — And It’s Time We Asked Why That Matters

There are moments in life when the usual toolkit — therapy, journaling, green smoothies — just doesn’t cut it. You’ve tried the affirmations, you’ve done the shadow work, and still, your soul feels like it’s buffering. Enter Beatty Carmichael, a man with a prayer. Literally.

In a recent episode of Spiritual Conversation, the podcast produced by HolisticCircle and hosted by Philipp Kobald, Carmichael shares his method: a four-step prayer process that, according to him, has helped people overcome chronic pain, anxiety, depression, and emotional trauma. No pills. No crystals. Just prayer.

Now, before you roll your eyes or reach for your peer-reviewed studies, let’s pause. Because if what Beatty Carmichael is saying is even partially true, we should be paying attention — not with blind faith, but with open curiosity and a healthy dose of scientific urgency.

The Prayer That Doesn’t Ask — It Declares

Carmichael’s approach isn’t your grandmother’s bedtime prayer. It’s not about pleading with a distant deity or bargaining for blessings. It’s about authority. His method, which he calls “The Prayer of Freedom,” is rooted in the belief that healing is not only possible — it’s already available. You just have to claim it.

The process, as described in the podcast, involves identifying the emotional or physical issue, acknowledging its spiritual root, and then commanding its release in the name of divine authority. It’s part spiritual declaration, part energetic reset, and entirely outside the bounds of conventional medicine.

Which is exactly why it’s so compelling — and so controversial.

Healing or Hype?

Let’s be clear: Carmichael makes no medical claims. He’s not a doctor, and he doesn’t pretend to be. What he offers is a spiritual framework, one that he says has helped hundreds of people find relief where nothing else worked. The stories are powerful. A woman with chronic migraines finds peace. A man with decades of back pain walks without discomfort. A teenager with anxiety sleeps through the night.

These are anecdotes, not data. But they’re also not nothing.

And here’s where things get interesting. If a non-invasive, cost-free, spiritually grounded practice is producing results — even occasionally — shouldn’t we be studying it? Not to debunk it, but to understand it? If prayer can shift pain, even in a subset of people, that’s not just a spiritual breakthrough. That’s a public health conversation waiting to happen.

The Science of Skepticism

Philipp Kobald, ever the thoughtful host, doesn’t shy away from the elephant in the room. He gently raises the question: what if this actually works? And if it does, why aren’t we throwing research grants at it?

It’s a fair point. The placebo effect is real. So is neuroplasticity. We know that belief can influence biology. We know that trauma lives in the body. So why is it so hard to imagine that a deeply intentional, emotionally charged prayer could trigger a physiological response?

This isn’t about replacing medicine. It’s about expanding the conversation. And maybe, just maybe, about admitting that we don’t know everything yet.

Faith Without the Dogma

One of the most refreshing aspects of Carmichael’s approach is its inclusivity. You don’t have to belong to a particular religion. You don’t have to believe in a specific god. You just have to be willing to engage with the idea that healing might be more than a biochemical equation.

That’s a big ask for some. But for others — especially spiritual seekers in their late twenties who are disillusioned with both organized religion and the wellness industrial complex — it’s a breath of fresh air. It’s not about doctrine. It’s about direct experience.

And according to Carmichael, the experience speaks for itself.

The Ethics of Hope

Of course, with great healing claims comes great responsibility. Carmichael is careful not to promise miracles. He doesn’t guarantee results. He simply invites people to try the process and see what happens. It’s a humble stance, and one that deserves respect.

But it also raises important ethical questions. How do we protect vulnerable people from false hope? How do we ensure that spiritual practices are not used as a substitute for necessary medical care? These are not reasons to dismiss Carmichael’s work. They’re reasons to approach it with rigor, transparency, and compassion.

What If We’re Missing Something?

Here’s the thing: the history of medicine is full of things we once dismissed. Acupuncture. Meditation. Gut health. All of these were once fringe ideas. Now they’re mainstream. So when someone like Beatty Carmichael comes along with a method that seems to help people — without side effects, without cost, without dogma — maybe the right response isn’t skepticism or belief.

Maybe it’s curiosity.

Because if he’s right, even a little bit, we’re sitting on a healing modality that could change lives. And if he’s wrong? Well, then we’ve spent an hour listening to a kind, thoughtful man talk about faith, freedom, and the power of the human spirit. Not exactly a waste of time.

The Invitation

This isn’t a call to convert. It’s a call to consider. To listen. To wonder. And maybe, to try something new — not because you’re desperate, but because you’re open.

Beatty Carmichael isn’t selling salvation. He’s offering a possibility. And in a world that often feels like it’s running low on those, that might be the most healing thing of all.

You can hear the full conversation on the @HolisticCircle YouTube channel. But only if you’re curious.

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Disclaimer:
This conversation includes personal experiences and perspectives involving health, psychological, and therapeutic claims. These statements have not been independently verified by the host. We greatly respect the knowledge and insight of our guest, but we also want to point out that during a free-flowing conversation, not every word is to be taken as absolute. Some statements may be made “in the heat of the moment.” Please use your best judgment and consult a qualified medical or mental health professional before making any decisions based on this content.

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