Every thought and emotion affects your health. A holistic health
approach encompasses treating the whole person... the body,
mind, emotions and spirit. Traditional cultures have known for
thousands of years that these aspects are intimately connected.
Every food we eat, every thought entertain, every emotion we
feel and every interaction we experience impacts overall health.
Many blame their health problems on genetics, a virus, toxins in
the air, and stress. While these factors can contribute to
illness, very often problems result from a lack of fundamental
health-enhancing qualities such as responsibility, a strong
will, family support, passion, a balanced lifestyle and
knowledge of good health. Without these, whatever modality is
chosen becomes just another pill to be taken and discarded when
symptoms disappear.
When disease is artificially removed without changing the
underlying cause, long-term health will NOT be achieved. The
quick fix approach brings little or no permanent success. I''m
not suggesting that we abandon medical treatment. I am
recommending that we look for the deeper causes of the problem
from a physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and lifestyle
perspective. We need to take the holistic health perspective.
Lasting solutions can be found to multiple illnesses of society
by getting at the root of the problem holistically.
I have observed patterns among those who have successfully
reversed health problems. These traits are not rigid models...we
all have them to some degree. They are holistic health
approaches that each of us can maximize in our own unique way to
return to our natural state of health.
Here are some very important steps you must take to achieve
optimal holistic health. I can assure you that by putting these
into practice, your overall health will be much improved!
Sometimes you have to reevaluate what it is that you are doing
with your life. By doing this, you''ll start to see the big
picture.
Lets start with the first step, RESPONSIBILITY. This means not
blindly accepting the opinion of some outside authority as the
only way. Take a look at your previous choices for they may have
led you to the problem. Then recognize that you can make new
choices to remedy the situation. I am not telling you to stop
seeing your health practitioner. I am suggesting that you gather
as much information as possible and make your own decisions.
Taking responsibility is meant to empower us to make new choices
for a healthier result.
Next is AWARENESS, which is simply deeply knowing yourself by
observing your thoughts and beliefs, your choices and outcomes,
and your response to the world around you. As you observe, ask
questions. Do you believe you can recover your health? What does
the illness have to teach you? Why do you make the choices you
make? What do you need to know? Through questioning you''ll
discover the things which seemed unchangeable are actually
flexible and can be manipulated.
Proper nutrition is the cornerstone of good health. Health and
longevity depend on our daily nourishment. In 1988, the Surgeon
General stated that two-thirds of the deaths in this country are
related to diet. Our eating habits play a major role in many
common diseases and emotional disorders. Most Americans have a
limited awareness of the power of food in maintaining health and
reversing disease. The most effective diet includes whole
grains, vegetables, low fat, no cholesterol, proteins and
fruits.
LETTING GO OF THE PAST. Resolving conflicts and discovering
their positive impact in our lives is paramount in healing.
Resentment, anger, guilt and all negative emotional states are
self-poisoning. They weaken cells and immunity and can also be
the reason for illness. Let it go and move on.
FAITH and the developing sound judgments are important qualities
in healing. Faith is knowing there''s an order and unity to
life, a sense of wholeness and connectedness with something
larger than oneself. With faith, unlimited opportunities unfold,
and we gain a sense of confidence in our choices.
FINDING YOUR PURPOSE IN LIFE is prevalent among those who are
healthy. Everyone has talents and skills through which they
express themselves and you do too! If you don''t find your
unique creative expression, you''ll be restless and frustrated,
regardless of the success in the conventional world. Purpose
stimulates a deep sense of fulfillment and joy. With purpose,
your life will take on much more meaning...trust me!
I didn''t have a purpose for many years. The second I knew where
I was going my life took a turn for the best. If you don''t have
purpose yet, don''t worry! Focus on what makes you the happiest
and visualize where and what you want to be. By working toward a
goal and a purpose, you will feel alive and ready for anything.
Each of the above factors has a profoundly positive influence on
your health and are more effective when bring them together.
When utilized, you can go beyond sickness to health and
happiness. Start with small steps and build upon them for a
holistic approach to your health. Action is the only thing
preventing you from achieving optimal health.
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