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Consciousness, Epigenetics, Epigenome, Holistic Health, Mental Health, Mind, Mind-Body Connection, New Thinking Allowed, Well Being, Wellness, Wholism
Mental Health, Consciousness, and the Body
Our mental health can being challenged in many ways, especially currently. What happens to our mind can impact our body and vice versa. They are inextricably connected – they are one. Thomas Verny, MD, DPsych, gives simple and effective ways to stay well and balanced. He is an inspiration as he is still working and enjoying life, well into his 80’s. Thomas Verny, MD, DPsych, is a psychiatrist who founded the Association for Pre- and Perinatal Psychology and Health and served as its president for eight years. He is associate editor of the Journal of Pre- and Perinatal Psychology and Health and is author of Inside Groups: A Practical Guide…
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Body, Guided Imagery, Intuition, Massage Therapy, Mental Health, Mind-Body Connection, Mindfulness, Pain, podcast, Prevention, Psychology
Mind-Body Practices for Pain
“Mind-Body Practices for Pain” Integrative health shines in this area, and there are many approaches that help lower pain and stress. Here, I describe how the mind and body are one – our thoughts and emotions can affect the body, and the body can affect the mind. The stress response, known as the “fight, flight, or freeze” response can create or exacerbate tension and pain in the body. The relaxation response, known as the “rest and digest” response may help reduce pain. I share five mind-body practices that may lower pain and prevent conditions that may lead to pain, such as: 1. Guided Imagery 2. Yoga 3. Massage and Bodywork…
