Man alone, of all the creatures of the earth, can change his own pattern. Man alone is the architect of his destiny. The greatest discovery in our generation is that human beings, by changing the inner attitudes of their minds, can change the outer aspects of their lives.”
—William James
How Balansoul Can Help
Mind-body medicine (also known as mind-body intervention) is an umbrella term that covers a wide variety of therapeutic techniques. It refers to the practice of working within the connection between body and mind – either affecting the mind in order to treat the body, affecting the body in order to treat the mind, or a combination of the two.
How Does Mind-Body Medicine Work?
While you might imagine the mind and body as separate entities that don’t affect each other – this couldn’t be further from the truth. They are intricately linked and completely inseparable. Everything that happens to the mind has an impact on the body – and everything that happens to the body has an impact on the mind. Mind-body medicine centres on this fact and harnesses this potential for natural change and cure.
A few examples of mind-body techniques include:
- Visualization
- Guided Imagery
- Aromatherapy
- Yoga
- Qigong
- Meditation
- Journaling
- Neuro-Linguistic Programming
- Self-hypnosis
- Hypnotherapy
- Support groups
- Autosuggestion
- Art Therapy
- Music Therapy
- Deep Relaxation
- Spiritual Development
- Prayer
- Intentional Counselling
Resources for many of these therapies (especially those bolded above) can be found at Mindivine, the sister-site to BalanSoul. Click here to learn more about Mindivine – or click here to go directly there.
What is Mind-Body Medicine?
Depending on the specific therapy, mind-body interventions may be either self-administered with my guidance, or performed by me either in person or through distance treatment . We will work together to find the most effective and comfortable method of treatment for your unique needs. As you can see in the list above, the options are quite various. The right mind-body therapy for you is out there. Allow me to help you find it!
Best wishes for a healthy body,mind and soul.
–George Parker, N.D.
