Studies reveal that body pain is linked to spiritual and emotional pain
When life gets difficult, after a while it feels like you’re on an emotional roller coaster. But did you know that these emotions can damage your physical health? Dr. Susan Babel, a psychologist specializing in trauma-induced depression, said in Psychology Today magazine, « Studies have shown that chronic pain can be caused by physical injury, but also by stress and emotional issues. » « .
“We all know that emotional stress can lead to stomach upset, irritable bowel syndrome, headaches, and even lead to other physical complaints as well as chronic pain. A logical reason for this: studies have shown that the more anxious and stressed people are, the more tense and contracted their muscles become, leading over time to weakening and ineffectiveness of the muscles as a whole. »
“More subtly, we can develop psychosomatic symptoms or stress-related symptoms because of unresolved emotional problems”
“Often, physical pain alerts a person that there is still work to be done emotionally, and it may also be a sign of unresolved trauma in the nervous system,” she continues. . But what is the meaning of the various pains you feel? Let’s take a look.
Body pain is linked to spiritual and emotional pain:
1) Pain in your head
Pain in your head, like headaches and migraines, can be triggered by everyday stress. Make sure you take enough time every day to relax. Do a pleasant activity to reduce your tension.
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