Holistic Medicine- The New Era Ushers In Old Practices
Summary: Changing with the changing world is a must. The world of medicine is changing today and the world is leaning towards the holistic approach.
There is no doubt about the fact that the world of medicine is highly progressive. But are all the inclusive fields progressing at the same pace? Surveys show that they are not. In fact conventional medicines are proving to be increasingly inadequate in more ways than one. People are turning to alternative options so that their needs are met and problems are averted. Today’s generation is pretty accepting of the fact that to heal one’s body, it is important to heal one’s inner being. Without through and through treatments, complete healing
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It is not an isolated event.
• While the healing process is in full swing, the quality of the relationship established between physician and patient is paramount. The patient is encouraged to take responsibility of their own health work their way to the top of their health chart. The ideal patient-doctor relationship considers the needs, desires, awareness, and insight of the patient, as well as the physician.
• Physicians are to influence and lead their patients by example.
• Illness, discomfort, pain, and the dying process are learning opportunities for both the patient and the physician. It cannot be avoided and should be taken in stride instead to learn more about one’s whole being and life approach.
• Physicians and experts are supposed to encourage their patients to evoke the healing power of love, hope, humor, and enthusiasm to release the toxic consequences of hostility, shame, greed, depression, and prolonged fear, anger, and grief.
• Optimal health is more than the absence of sickness. It’s the pursuit of the highest qualities of the physical, environmental, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social aspects of human