As the pandemic continues, it seems like the entire world is going through a rough time. Even though we are socially distancing ourselves, there is one thing that we can do: go outside and walk. Walking can also be a great way to get outside and exercise. You can use your walking to get away from the burden of the world and into grace when times are difficult. Instead of causing mental and physical strain, you can stop and close your eyes. Connect to your heart. As your breath flows through your body, connect with it. When you feel calmer and more relaxed, connect with your source and experience the healing. You will feel calm and relaxed and be able to take a graceful, outside walk.
These five easy guidelines will make your next walk more enjoyable and give you mental clarity.
1. Reduce complexity: Let go all the complex thoughts that have suddenly flooded your mind. Let go of all the information in your head and let it out like a balloon. Look out at the natural world, and let the beauty of it inspire your simple, fresh thoughts. Allow yourself to feel the present joy and subtle ease.
2 Surrender: Allow nature to guide you, surrender to its gentle power and let go. The natural world is always changing and there will be a new season.
3Soften span style=”font size: 10.5pt; font family: ‘Arial, sans-serif ;”>: The center of all our emotions is our heart. If our hearts are tense with fear, we can become isolated. The best way to receive wisdom and calm is through our intuitive hearts. Breathe in fresh air outside and feel your heart open. Breathe in love and peace for yourself. You will find that you exhale calm, blessings, and love for the rest of the world.
Four Senses: Open your eyes to things in nature you didn’t notice before. You will be able to see more if you keep looking. You will notice how your space begins to soften as you see the beauty in nature. Slow down, and pay attention to the sounds around. Listen to the bird in the tree. Listen. Close your eyes. Breathe in the scent of flowers and the fresh air after a rainstorm. Feel the delicate petals of flowers, the veins in a leaf, or the rough bark of a tree. These simple, yet meaningful acts will awaken your senses and help you to reconnect with yourself and the present moment.
span style=”font size: 10.5pt; font family: ‘Arial’ sans-serif ;”>: Watch your mind drift as easily and softly through the sky and clouds. You can take the grace that nature has given you and keep it in your heart. Feel your newfound ease, and it will become your second nature.
Take a step back and let the time you spend on foot take its course. In your surrender, you will see yourself growing, learning and changing. Be still in your heart and your mind.
Julianne Haycox is author of Conversations With Grace, a memoir of inspiration and personal development. For more, visit www.juliannehaycox.com, and connect with her on Facebook and Instagram.
Alternative Medicine Magazine published the article Five Tips to Get Maximum Mental Benefit from Walking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is holistic medicine’s opposite?
Holistic medicine is a way to approach health care that takes into account all aspects of the body, as well as its spiritual, emotional, and social dimensions. It recognizes that each illness must have multiple causes, and therefore requires a combination or several treatments to be most effective.
Holistic medicine doctors believe that prevention is more effective than treatment. They are able to work closely with patients in order to ensure optimal wellness.
They identify the root causes of disease and help prevent it from happening again. Holistic physicians consider the entire body and not merely the physical organs. They sometimes refer to “the whole body” as the entirety of their being.
It means they treat the body holistically and look beyond the skin. The doctor may suggest lifestyle and diet changes. He may also suggest meditation or yoga exercises, herbal supplements, massage, acupuncture, chiropractic treatment, or other forms of alternative medicine.
What is Alternative Medicine, and how can it help you?
It’s a method of healing that focuses more on prevention than treatment. It encourages people become educated consumers who are actively involved in improving their overall health and well-being.
Alternative medicine refers generally to any form of diagnosis or treatment that does away with allopathic (conventional), medical approaches.
What does complementary medicine refer to?
Complementary Medicine is an umbrella term for any medical treatment that complements mainstream medicine. It covers therapies such as acupuncture.
Complementary medicine should not be considered in isolation of conventional medicine. Sometimes they’re called “alternative”, or “integrative”, because they combine Western scientific methods along with other therapies that have proven to be effective in healing people.
Who uses holistic medicine
Holistic medicine is health care that treats the whole person as opposed to treating specific symptoms. It focuses on both the mental and physical aspects of well-being.
Holistic medicine encompasses acupuncture and massage therapy, chiropractic treatment as well as nutritional counseling, yoga and other complementary therapies.
People who use holistic medicine include those who have been diagnosed with cancer, heart problems, diabetes, arthritis, depression, anxiety, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, migraines, infertility, menopause, asthma, autism, and many others.
What is the importance of alternative medicine?
Alternative medicine is very popular, as they are often less expensive and more beneficial than traditional treatments. Many patients have died due to side effects or allergic reactions after using these treatments. Alternative therapies might also be available.
If you don’t understand enough about alternative medications, it can make your choice difficult. For example, vitamin supplements aren’t regulated like pharmaceuticals, so it’s easy to overdose on vitamins. Even worse, some alternative remedies contain toxic chemicals.
Complementary and Alternative Healthcare – Are they Evidence-based?
The evidence base for complementary and alternative medicine is still evolving, but there are many reasons why people choose these therapies. They may have tried conventional treatments but found them ineffective, or they may want to try an alternative therapy because they believe it offers benefits over conventional care. Alternatively, they might seek complementary and alternative medicines as part of a holistic approach to health. Always verify with your doctor that the scientific backing of any complementary or alternative medicines you use is supported. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice if in doubt about the effectiveness of a particular treatment. This could save you time and money in the long-term.
What does holistic mean?
Holistic is a holistic approach. Holistic refers to looking at the whole picture, not just one part. This can be hard because we are used seeing things as parts.
We tend to think of black and then white. But actually, there is an infinite variety of shades of grey.
Try to look at everything from different perspectives when you work on a project. Look at it from all sides.
It is important to see how the pieces fit together. What are the interactions between its different elements?
Ask yourself why you are having trouble with a particular element. And don’t forget to consider the impact of any change you make.
Statistics
- In the 17% in which they disagreed, a third reader agreed with one of the initial readers to set a rating. (en.wikipedia.org)
- According to the World Health Organization, 80% of people use herbal medicine worldwide. (webmd.com)
- In 83% of the cases, the readers agreed. (en.wikipedia.org)
- An assessment of conventional treatments found that 41.3% concluded positive or possibly positive effects, 20% concluded no effect, 8.1% concluded net harmful effects, and 21.3% concluded insufficient evidence. (en.wikipedia.org)
- A 15-year systematic review published in 2022 on the global acceptance and use of CAM among medical specialists found the overall acceptance of CAM at 52% and the overall use at 45%. (en.wikipedia.org)
External Links
liebertpub.com
- Games for Health Journal
- The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine – A systematic review of randomized controlled trials involving acupuncture for insomnia treatment
webmd.com
doi.org
ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- BIOFEEDBACK TRAINING & TENSION-TYPE HEADADACHE – PubMed
- PubMed: A Randomized Controlled Trial to Determine the Effects of Foot Reflexology on Depression and Hospital Anxiety in Older Females: A Randomized Controlled Study – PubMed
How To
How to deal when your girlfriend trusts an alternative medicine.
You can find advice on the internet for people who are caring for someone with mental illness. However, there is very little information on alternative medicine and how to deal with them.
There seems to be a wide divide between these two groups. Both those who have doubts about traditional medicine and those who see the benefits.
What happens if you meet someone who believes in alternative treatment for mental health problems?
Perhaps you feel confused or frustrated, because you don’t know how to react. You might feel confused and frustrated if your partner tells you that he’d rather see an acupuncturist than his physician. Or when she suggests that she would rather eat gluten-free food than take antidepressants?
It is important that you ask questions. It is important to ask questions early so that you don’t have to suffer later.
These are difficult questions to ask without offending the patient. What if your client says he doesn’t believe in doctors? Tell him that he should not trust anyone.
What if she claims that antidepressants don’t work? You should tell her she is wrong.
This is where it gets complicated. If you point out her error, it could cause you to upset her further.
Or, you can suggest she sees a psychiatrist. This could cause more problems than it solves. She might get angry at you for suggesting this. You might be trying to control your life, but she might get angry at you.
So what do you need to do?
–
——————————————————————————————————————————————
This blog is a source of general information and discussion on health and related topics. Information and materials on this blog, on the website, or in any of the connected materials are not intended to replace or used as a substitute for the advice of a medical professional, diagnosis, or treatment. This blog does not represent the application of any nursing, medical or other health professional advice or diagnosis. We are unable to diagnose health conditions, offer second opinions or provide specific treatment recommendations via this blog or on our website.
If you or another person is suffering from a medical issue and you are concerned, consult your doctor or seek out other medical professional treatment as soon as possible. Do not disregard medical advice from a professional or delay seeking it due to information you seen on the blog or website or in any of the linked materials. If you’re experiencing an emergency medical situation, dial 911 or seek emergency medical assistance on the closest phone immediately.
——————————————————————————————————————————————
By: Dick Benson
Title: Five tips to get the most mental benefit walking
Sourced From: alternativemedicine.com/conditions/brain-health/mental-health/five-tips-to-get-the-most-mental-benefit-from-your-social-distancing-walks/
Published Date: Tue, 04 Apr 2023 15:56:35 +0000
Frequently Asked Questions
What is holistic medicine’s opposite?
Holistic medicine is a way to approach health care that takes into account all aspects of the body, as well as its spiritual, emotional, and social dimensions. It recognizes that each illness must have multiple causes, and therefore requires a combination or several treatments to be most effective.
Holistic medicine doctors believe that prevention is more effective than treatment. They are able to work closely with patients in order to ensure optimal wellness.
They identify the root causes of disease and help prevent it from happening again. Holistic physicians consider the entire body and not merely the physical organs. They sometimes refer to “the whole body” as the entirety of their being.
It means they treat the body holistically and look beyond the skin. The doctor may suggest lifestyle and diet changes. He may also suggest meditation or yoga exercises, herbal supplements, massage, acupuncture, chiropractic treatment, or other forms of alternative medicine.
What is Alternative Medicine, and how can it help you?
It’s a method of healing that focuses more on prevention than treatment. It encourages people become educated consumers who are actively involved in improving their overall health and well-being.
Alternative medicine refers generally to any form of diagnosis or treatment that does away with allopathic (conventional), medical approaches.
What does complementary medicine refer to?
Complementary Medicine is an umbrella term for any medical treatment that complements mainstream medicine. It covers therapies such as acupuncture.
Complementary medicine should not be considered in isolation of conventional medicine. Sometimes they’re called “alternative”, or “integrative”, because they combine Western scientific methods along with other therapies that have proven to be effective in healing people.
Who uses holistic medicine
Holistic medicine is health care that treats the whole person as opposed to treating specific symptoms. It focuses on both the mental and physical aspects of well-being.
Holistic medicine encompasses acupuncture and massage therapy, chiropractic treatment as well as nutritional counseling, yoga and other complementary therapies.
People who use holistic medicine include those who have been diagnosed with cancer, heart problems, diabetes, arthritis, depression, anxiety, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, migraines, infertility, menopause, asthma, autism, and many others.
What is the importance of alternative medicine?
Alternative medicine is very popular, as they are often less expensive and more beneficial than traditional treatments. Many patients have died due to side effects or allergic reactions after using these treatments. Alternative therapies might also be available.
If you don’t understand enough about alternative medications, it can make your choice difficult. For example, vitamin supplements aren’t regulated like pharmaceuticals, so it’s easy to overdose on vitamins. Even worse, some alternative remedies contain toxic chemicals.
Complementary and Alternative Healthcare – Are they Evidence-based?
The evidence base for complementary and alternative medicine is still evolving, but there are many reasons why people choose these therapies. They may have tried conventional treatments but found them ineffective, or they may want to try an alternative therapy because they believe it offers benefits over conventional care. Alternatively, they might seek complementary and alternative medicines as part of a holistic approach to health. Always verify with your doctor that the scientific backing of any complementary or alternative medicines you use is supported. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice if in doubt about the effectiveness of a particular treatment. This could save you time and money in the long-term.
What does holistic mean?
Holistic is a holistic approach. Holistic refers to looking at the whole picture, not just one part. This can be hard because we are used seeing things as parts.
We tend to think of black and then white. But actually, there is an infinite variety of shades of grey.
Try to look at everything from different perspectives when you work on a project. Look at it from all sides.
It is important to see how the pieces fit together. What are the interactions between its different elements?
Ask yourself why you are having trouble with a particular element. And don’t forget to consider the impact of any change you make.
Statistics
- In the 17% in which they disagreed, a third reader agreed with one of the initial readers to set a rating. (en.wikipedia.org)
- According to the World Health Organization, 80% of people use herbal medicine worldwide. (webmd.com)
- In 83% of the cases, the readers agreed. (en.wikipedia.org)
- An assessment of conventional treatments found that 41.3% concluded positive or possibly positive effects, 20% concluded no effect, 8.1% concluded net harmful effects, and 21.3% concluded insufficient evidence. (en.wikipedia.org)
- A 15-year systematic review published in 2022 on the global acceptance and use of CAM among medical specialists found the overall acceptance of CAM at 52% and the overall use at 45%. (en.wikipedia.org)
External Links
liebertpub.com
- Games for Health Journal
- The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine – A systematic review of randomized controlled trials involving acupuncture for insomnia treatment
webmd.com
doi.org
ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- BIOFEEDBACK TRAINING & TENSION-TYPE HEADADACHE – PubMed
- PubMed: A Randomized Controlled Trial to Determine the Effects of Foot Reflexology on Depression and Hospital Anxiety in Older Females: A Randomized Controlled Study – PubMed
How To
How to deal when your girlfriend trusts an alternative medicine.
You can find advice on the internet for people who are caring for someone with mental illness. However, there is very little information on alternative medicine and how to deal with them.
There seems to be a wide divide between these two groups. Both those who have doubts about traditional medicine and those who see the benefits.
What happens if you meet someone who believes in alternative treatment for mental health problems?
Perhaps you feel confused or frustrated, because you don’t know how to react. You might feel confused and frustrated if your partner tells you that he’d rather see an acupuncturist than his physician. Or when she suggests that she would rather eat gluten-free food than take antidepressants?
It is important that you ask questions. It is important to ask questions early so that you don’t have to suffer later.
These are difficult questions to ask without offending the patient. What if your client says he doesn’t believe in doctors? Tell him that he should not trust anyone.
What if she claims that antidepressants don’t work? You should tell her she is wrong.
This is where it gets complicated. If you point out her error, it could cause you to upset her further.
Or, you can suggest she sees a psychiatrist. This could cause more problems than it solves. She might get angry at you for suggesting this. You might be trying to control your life, but she might get angry at you.
So what do you need to do?
Leave a Reply