Mind-Body connection to Physical des-eases
Traditional Chinese medicine describes emotions in medicine as branches that are connected to the internal organs and body systems. Each emotion is thought to arise from an imbalance in or overstimulation of a specific organ’s energy (Qi). E-motions are energies; when prolonged, unresolved, or suppressed, they create dissonance in the flow of our systems.
Here’s a breakdown of these relations between emotions and internal organs by Chinese philosophy and Louisa’s Hay contribution.
Liver: Anger, Frustration, Resentment
Emotion: Anger is the primary emotion associated with the Liver, which includes frustration, resentment, and irritability.
Effect on the Body:
Excess anger disrupts the smooth flow of Qi, causing stagnation.
Physical symptoms may include headaches, dizziness, high blood pressure, digestive issues, or tightness in the chest.
Chronic anger can weaken the Liver over time, affecting detoxification and blood storage.
Louise Hay’s Perspective:
The liver is associated with anger, hatred, and chronic resentment.
Holding onto old grudges or being unable to forgive can create liver-related issues.
Lungs: Grief, Sadness
Emotion: Grief and sadness are associated with the Lungs.
Effect on the Body:
Prolonged grief weakens Lung Qi, leading to respiratory issues, fatigue, and a weakened immune system.
May also cause skin issues or problems with the large intestine (paired organ to the Lungs).
Shallow breathing is a common symptom of sadness affecting Lung health.
Louise Hay’s Perspective:
The lungs represent our ability to take in life. Prolonged grief, sadness, or feelings of unworthiness can block this energy.
A fear of life or feeling unworthy to live fully can lead to lung issues.
Heart: Joy, Love
Emotion: While balanced joy nourishes the Heart, excessive joy (overexcitement) or lack of joy (depression) harms it.
Effect on the Body:
Overexcitement scatters Heart Qi, causing insomnia, anxiety, or palpitations.
Lack of joy can lead to depression, lethargy, or poor circulation.
Chronic imbalance affects the mind (Shen), leading to restlessness or difficulty focusing. Healing Tip: Cultivate balanced joy through social connection, gratitude practices, and activities that bring genuine happiness.
Louise Hay’s Perspective:
The heart is the center of love and joy. Lack of joy, a closed heart, or feelings of bitterness can harm the heart.
Stress, rejection, and believing life is a struggle impact heart health.
Spleen: Worry, Overthinking
Emotion: Worry, overthinking, and excessive mental work weaken the Spleen.
Effect on the Body:
Leads to poor digestion, fatigue, loss of appetite, and bloating.
Weakens the ability to process food and nutrients, affecting energy levels.
Chronic worry may lead to muscle tightness or issues with the lips and mouth.
Louise Hay’s Perspective:
The spleen represents obsession with overthinking and worry.
It may be linked to low self-esteem or an inability to process thoughts in a balanced way.
Kidneys: Fear, Criticism
Emotion: Fear is linked to the Kidneys, including chronic fear or feelings of insecurity.
Effect on the Body:
Acute fear causes a “fight or flight” response, draining Kidney Qi and affecting adrenal health.
Chronic fear or insecurity weakens Kidney energy, leading to fatigue, lower back pain, reproductive issues, and premature aging.
The Kidneys store Jing (essence), which is depleted by prolonged fear.
Louise Hay’s Perspective:
The kidneys are linked to fear, criticism, disappointment, and failure.
Holding onto fear of the unknown or feelings of insecurity can weaken kidney function.
Stomach: Anxiety, Rejection
Emotion: Anxiety, while not directly linked to one organ in TCM, often affects the Stomach and Spleen.
Effect on the Body:
Disrupts digestion, causing nausea, stomach pain, or appetite changes.
Weakens the Stomach’s ability to transport nutrients, leading to fatigue.
Louise Hay’s Perspective:
The stomach represents the ability to digest life, both physically and emotionally.
Anxiety, dread, or a sense of being “unable to stomach” situations can cause stomach issues.
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