Link Bewteen Our Emotions And Our Health
Burying emotions without processing them in a healthy way can cause a host of negative feelings, such as anxiety, fear, insecurity, anger, and sadness, as well as physical problems. In traditional Chinese medicine, there are five negative emotions that correspond with areas of the body. When the energy in each area of the body becomes blocked or stagnant, the body suffers.
* The energy in the lungs is weakened by sadness. This can result in asthma, shortness of breath, a propensity to catch colds or flu, and fatigue.
* The liver is damaged by feelings of anger and irritability. We may experience depression, muscle cramps, or headaches.
* The spleen is associated with anxiety. Weak spleen energy is said to cause us to worry too much about things, especially those we cannot control. Physical signs include digestive problems, edema, sinus congestion, or skin rashes.
* When kidney chi is weak, we can feel scared. This may show itself in the body as fatigue, urinary problems, back and knee problems, or sexual difficulties.
* The energy in the heart can become imbalanced, and excessive joy (mania) is a negative emotion. We may experience insomnia, restlessness, and inability to concentrate.
The energy flow, when blocked in one area, affects other areas as well, because everything in our bodies is connected and the health of one part depends upon the health of the others.
According to this theory, when our bodily energy is low, it increases our more difficult emotions. Conversely, when we experience negative emotions, it weakens our energy centers and throws them out of balance. We can see how interrelated our minds and bodies really are. What we are feeling influences our body’s health, and our body’s health influences our mind’s well-being.
When our feelings of sadness, anger, anxiety, or fear are suppressed, it can be devastating for our health. To ensure optimal health , and that you are balanced in mind and body, you need to recognize your emotions, process them, and release them. You can’t not have emotions. Even the most even-tempered, content people experience negative emotions; the key is to acknowledge them and not allow them to remain trapped inside. Continue Reading
