No one will be surprised by the statement, "Emotions are a big part of the health picture and contribute greatly to our health or lack of". I read years ago that even the CDC states that 85% of illness in the US is likely caused by our emotions to some degree. Scripture tells us that. Proverbs 3:5-8 tells us that to trust in the Lord and fear Him brings healing to our body. Proverbs 4 says that one of the benefits of wisdom is health. Proverbs 12:18 says wise words bring healing. And we all know that "a cheerful heart is good medicine but a broken spirit dries up the bones", Proverbs 17:22.
Need I say more? God's Word states it and it is settled.
What then do we do with our emotions to achieve good health?
For years now, I have struggled with the concept of emotions and health. I knew and believed the truth of it. And I know fully that to get our emotions under control, rather than letting them control us, is a spiritual matter. But how do I incorporate that into practice with clients who come to me with health issues? While I know that addressing the spiritual with Scripture is the absolute answer, I also know that not all my clients will believe and embrace that. Sometimes, I will have people seeking my help that just want an answer, guidance to restoring health, and something that addresses it.
What does that look like? We are a living body with a mind (will) and emotions. Sometimes those emotions get out of balance. The question that cannot be answered is, "Do emotions cause the physical problem (diseased system) or does the diseased system cause the emotional imbalance?"
Since that is a question without an answer, the best solution is to treat the entire person.
One of the many things that God has given us for health are plants (obviously). Within 38 of those plants, a noted and highly respected surgeon, Dr. Edward Bach, found "remedies" that address emotional imbalances. He used them with great success. So, Bach Flower Remedies are science discovered by a medical doctor. Don't fall for the lies that people will tell you or lies you may read on Quackwatch.
You are probably saying, "Whatever. Just tell me how these can help me. I don't have to know all the details, just help me address this." Great! Glad you asked.
That will all come in upcoming posts. But I do want to leave this for your consideration. I am listing some organs and the ways our emotions can affect them. It makes good food for thought. I am not saying that any issue you may have with an organ or body system is caused by emotions and only emotions. The concept of natural health itself says otherwise and you know from this blog that there are many causes of un-wellness. Emotions are just one. But they are legit and worthy of thought.
By the way, this list is not exhaustive. It just lists a few organs.
ORGAN EMOTION POSSIBLE BEHAVIOR
Bladder Irritation Frequent urination/urgency
Gallbladder Resentment Restless legs
Heart Shock or excessive joy Heart Attack
Kidney Fear Adrenal stress, back pain
Large Intestine Being stuck Constipation
Liver Anger Sudden violence
Lung Grief Crying, shallow breathing
Small Intestine Being vulnerable Diarrhea, weak immune
Spleen/Pancreas Self-esteem Blood sugar
Stomach Disgust Nauseated
So you have something to chew on. We'll talk remedies soon. Thanks for reading.
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