Addressing the Emotional Aspects of Healing –
When I was suffering from Systemic Candida and immersed in natural healing, I was doing all the things!
The anti-candida diet, taking probiotics, undergoing colonics, juice fasting, spending time in saunas, using gut healing herbs, receiving Vitamin C IVs, and following various detox protocols.
Despite my efforts, my progress was slow, often feeling like I was taking two steps forward and one step back.
I was still hating the illness and the suffering it brought me.
I was ashamed to share my illness with my work colleagues, and was annoyed it was ruining my daily quality of life and my social schedule – no more wine! ☹
Whine!
I remember having a light bulb moment at one point.
Unless I changed my attitude towards myself and the illness, my healing and recovery would take much longer.
This led me to go deep into my beliefs about myself and the illness.
It was eye-opening.
Here are the top three emotional aspects that I realized needed healing for me:
- Shame
I had to confront the shame around having the illness and the deeper shame I felt about not being good enough or worthy.
- Self-Love
I recognized that neglecting myself and self-sabotage contributed to my illness. Loving myself more and believing I deserved a healthy and happy life was crucial.
- Embracing the Illness
Perhaps the most surprising revelation was the importance of loving and thanking the illness for showing me what needed healing—both physically and emotionally.
By viewing the illness as a guide rather than an enemy, I was able to approach my healing journey with gratitude and compassion.
The Intersection of Emotions and Physical Health
Healing from Candida—or any illness—is as much an emotional journey into addressing limiting beliefs and blocks as it is a physical one. My true healing began only when I confronted the feelings and emotions that were not serving me, both towards myself and the illness.
In Louise Hay’s book, *You Can Heal Your Life*, she explores the connection between our thoughts, emotions, and physical health.
Hay lists the emotions and beliefs tied to many illnesses, suggesting that healing these underlying emotional issues can help lead to physical recovery.
Here are some examples from her book:
– Crohn’s Disease: Fear, worry, and not feeling good enough.
– Diabetes: Longing for what might have been, deep sorrow, and feeling that there is no sweetness left in life.
– Lymph Problems: A warning that the mind needs to be recentered on the essentials of life, such as love and joy.
Reflecting on Your Own Healing Journey
If you are currently suffering from an illness, consider what beliefs or emotional blocks may need addressing. Reflect on the following questions to gain insights into your healing journey:
– What limiting beliefs do I hold about myself and my illness?
– How can I cultivate more self-love and compassion in my daily life?
– Can I find a way to embrace my illness and view it as a guide rather than an adversary?
Final Thoughts
As I began to heal these emotional aspects, my body responded with faster recovery and more loving kindness towards myself.
Healing from any illness is a deeply personal journey that requires addressing both physical symptoms and emotional wounds.
By acknowledging and healing these emotional aspects, you can help unlock your body’s natural ability to heal and experience greater overall well-being.
Sending you lots of love and support on your healing journey.
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Much raw <3
Amanda
