Mind-Body Connection

Our thoughts matter.

The Holistic Philosophy is to nurture and nourish the entire being.

Body. Mind. Spirit.

By neglecting any area we become incomplete and lack our wholeness. By nurturing the mind and spirit we help diminish suffering to our physical bodies due to emotional stress. 

The body mirrors our inner thoughts and beliefs. Leaving the question, can we heal our bodies by changing our thoughts? 

In the world today we spend a great deal of time, energy and money on our physical appearance. Often overlooking our mental health and awareness until a problem arises and we have already fallen out of balance. 

Our thoughts matter. 

Continual negative thoughts bring more negativity. Looking at the past makes us feel regret, our present feels dim and we look to the future with anxiety. 

Likewise continual positive thoughts bring more positivity. The past allows us to see growth, the present brings us a sense of gratitude and we look to the future with optimism.

Continual patterns of thinking bring aligning body behaviors. Can we heal our bodies by changing our thoughts?

Our thoughts influence every cell in our body. Every time we think, the brain releases chemicals. Negative thoughts release chemicals that make us feel bad, as positive thoughts release chemicals that make us feel good. 

Emotion: Upset

Physical response: Increased blood pressure, heart palpitations, chest tightening, pressure in the head and even stomach ulcers. 

Emotion: Happy

Physical response: Lowered blood pressure, lowered heart rate and muscle relaxation. 

Our bodies are physically responding to our emotions. 

Take back your power. Understand thoughts lie to us by not telling the whole truth. When negative thoughts appear recognize the emotion and evaluate why you are having them. Sort out the half truths you are telling yourself. Train your thoughts to be positive and use your mind to create what you want to feel. Take back your power.

Today I want to leave you with the power of affirmation. 

Affirmation: a positive, concise statement that helps you visualize and believe in the truth of what you are declaring. Affirmations can overcome negative self talk, build self-esteem, promote self-healing and empower you to create the life you want. 

I do different affirmations at different times of the day, in my morning routine, before I start school, when I become frustrated and/or anytime I need. They change as I change but the power in my words are constant.

What do you want to affirm to yourself today?

I am grateful.

I am a good mother, I am patient, fun and loving with my children.

I crave food that energizes me and makes me feel good. 

I trust my body, my body is strong and my body is healthy.

Today I speak with energy and confidence. 

I am aware that I have something to offer the world. 

I work on improving myself daily. 

XOXO
Ash