Hello , beautiful welcome to today's conversation where we're going to talk about understanding the mind-body connection . Let's talk about it . I'm your host , Shannon Martin , and welcome to today's episode of this Thing Called Wellness . Hello and welcome back . I hope it's sunny where you are .
It's a bit dreary here in Georgia and the rain just keeps coming , but we are here again for another week , and this week I wanted to talk to you about a mind and body connection .
Mind-body connection is defined as the idea that our thoughts , emotions and physical sensations are all intertwined , meaning that our mind and body are constantly communicating with each other , and by doing this , it has a great impact over how we feel . Now , isn't that something ? Minds and bodies are really truly amazing .
For instance , when we're stressed out or feeling anxious , mind will send signals to our body that releases stress hormones , and these can lead to symptoms like tension , headache , digestive issues or chronic pain . And I know we've all felt that sometimes the mind and body are not separate . What affects one affects the other , anonymous .
But on the other hand , our lifestyle choices have a way of impacting our mental state . Our lifestyle choices have a way of impacting our mental state . For instance , if we're physically active , like we exercise every day , we eat healthy , we have our regular required daily water intake right . We're feeding our mind positive , good things , so it benefits us .
We're sending signals to our mind that will improve our moods and energy levels and our focus . The way we think and feel can either support or sabotage our physical health . The power of our thoughts and beliefs can affect our mind and body . Thoughts and beliefs can affect our mind and body .
Having negative talk , chronic stress and live-in-teen beliefs can contribute to our pain and fatigue , which can then lead to excessive chronic illnesses like diabetes , heart disease and digestive issues .
On the other hand , if we use the power of positive thinking , self-care and mindfulness , we can boost our immune system , reducing inflammation and improving our mood and energy levels . Therapies can help us work through our past traumas that we store in our bodies and help us release them , giving us a new way to heal and feel better .
The body achieves what the mind believes Anonymous . So what does all this mean ? We have talked about all this before and it all comes down to the same conclusion , but it continues to get deeper into how we think and feel on a daily basis . We're not always going to feel 100% every day . Some days we may get to 50% .
At best we may get to drink four glasses of water for the day , maybe even two . We may eat two solid meals and one liquid that day . We may only eat one liquid and one solid . We may not have planned the meals out on Saturday and Sunday for the week , or we may not have exercised the four days out of the week for 30 minutes each day .
That's required to keep our bodies moving . We may just be doing the best we can , taking note of it and doing a little bit better the next time . The next time , because when you are in a state of depression or anxiety , you're exhausted pretty much some of the time .
Right , your body has gone through a lot of unrest on the inside and you have to give her time to heal . And I think about my best friend said you know you have to take baby steps . I heard her but I didn't really listen . I thought I could bounce back and be fine , but no , you really have to take your time .
Your body may not have moved in years like mine . I was sedentary for a few years . I gained weight and a couple of those chronic illnesses were added to my ailments , so I had additional concerns . I had to be careful what I ate or didn't eat .
I had to be careful of sugars , you know , gluten and all the kinds of things that I never had to worry about before .
I had to start educating myself on different ways of cooking and eating and drinking , and I still do , because I have to continue to create a cleaner , healthier lifestyle for myself as I'm getting older , and it has been challenging , and that's when this new way of thinking and believing comes into play .
If I don't believe that I am over 50 and I can lose this weight , I can and will strengthen my inner core , because I'm totally fatigued and my body is just , totally , just mushy right on the inside , and I can beat this chronic pain that I feel on a daily basis , no matter how much it hurts .
I will keep moving these positive affirmations I tell myself every day and the prayers that I say . They just have to keep me going . They , they have to be present every day and foremost in our lives every day , to continue to be on this wellness journey .
We have to pay attention to how we feel and how we're not feeling , and when we're not feeling well , we have to use the techniques and tools that we're taught , like the meditation , the deep breathing , self-love , physical activities and mindfulness to get ourselves out of that state or that vicious cycle right , as well as knowing to rest and reset Mindful moment .
Today we talked about the mind-body connection . Remember that they are constantly communicating with each other , like two best friends . They're chatting away , trying to keep each other balanced out , trying to help each other out . They're constantly talking .
So by practicing self-care and finding what works for you will nourish both your physical and emotional well-being , improving our mental health and building resilience in the process . Remember , take small steps each day to care for your mind and body can lead to significant improvements in your overall well-being .
By paying attention to your connection and making conscious choices , you can create a deeper sense of well-being and on your way to thrive . Love you , girl . Thank you for joining me . I hope you found value in today's conversation where we talked about understanding the mind-body connection . I am your host , Shannon Martin .
Be sure to join us next Wednesday where we will discuss power of positive thinking . Until then , stay well . If you enjoyed today's episode , let me know what you think by sending me a text . Yes , a text message . There's a link in the show notes at the very top that you can click on and let me know what you think about the podcast .
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Disclaimer I am not a licensed mental health professional . The information provided here is for general informational purposes only . It should not be considered a substitute for professional mental health advice , diagnosis or treatment . If you need help , please consult a qualified mental health professional .