Mind-Body Health

Run your cursor over the body area that you are concerned about and click to find possible issues associated with problems in those areas, together with a suitable positive affirmation to work with. Also click on the links below for specific conditions.

Arthritis/Rheumatism  Breathing    Bowel  Cancer  Circulation   Heart  Hearing

 

Using the Mind/Body link for Healing

Most ancient healing practices, for example traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurvedic medicine, emphasise the importance of the mind/body link in healing, Hippocrates once wrote, "The natural healing force within each one of us is the greatest force in getting well".  In Western society while phrases such as "mind over matter" have been around for years, it is only fairly recently that scientists have found solid evidence that mind/body techniques actually do combat disease and promote health.

Mind/body techniques are helpful for many conditions because they promote relaxation, improve coping skills, reduce tension and pain, and lessen the need for medication. Symptoms of anxiety and depression also respond well to mind/body techniques.  Louise Hay spent a great deal of time compiling a book on the mental (belief and thought patterns) for physical illness and the metaphysical way to overcome them for a general guide move your cursor over the body and click on the links.  You will also find an affirmation on the link to aid your healing.

Studies relating Mind/Body Links and the Immune System

How Caregivers Immune System is Weakened

How does mind/body medicine work?

The "Heal Your Life" Approach - Taking Back Control

Additional Physical ailments and Metaphysical Causes

 

 

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