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"真正的治愈涉及消除身体自我修复的内在能力的障碍"

Gabor Mate
Gabor Mate Physician
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Healing is often seen as a mysterious or miraculous process. But at its core, it's about getting rid of what's blocking your body from doing what it naturally wants to do: heal itself. Your body is like a well-oiled machine that constantly works to fix itself. The trick is to remove the roadblocks preventing it from doing its job.

Think about this: a cut on your finger. You don’t have to tell your body to heal it; it just does. But if you keep picking at it or it gets infected, you're putting up roadblocks. The healing process slows down or even stops. The same idea applies on a larger scale to our overall health.

This idea has roots in many traditional healing practices. For instance, in Eastern medicine like acupuncture or Ayurveda, the focus is on balancing the body's energy and removing obstructions. Western medicine is catching up too, emphasizing the role of lifestyle—like diet, exercise, and mental health—in healing.

Let's bring this down to a practical level with an example. Remember Alex? Alex was a software developer who spent 10 hours a day hunched over his laptop. He started experiencing severe back pain. Doctors suggested surgery, but Alex was hesitant. Instead, he decided to explore other options. He began practicing yoga, adjusted his work setup to be more ergonomic, and took regular breaks to stretch. Over time, his back pain diminished significantly. By removing the obstructions (poor posture, lack of movement), his body could repair itself.

So, how can you apply this wisdom to your life? Start by paying attention to your body. Are you getting enough sleep? Are you eating foods that fuel you or are you consuming junk? Are you giving your mind the peace it needs, or are you constantly stressed out? Sometimes, it’s the simplest changes that make the biggest difference. Drink more water, get up and move every hour, take deep breaths when you’re feeling overwhelmed. These small steps can remove the obstructions and help your body do its thing.

Imagine you’re a gardener. Your body is like a plant. If the plant isn’t thriving, adding more water or fertilizer won’t help if its roots are choked with weeds. You need to clear out the weeds first. Similarly, if you’re constantly tired or sick, pills and quick fixes won’t address the root cause. You need to identify and remove the barriers to your health.

Think about Lisa, who was always tired and lethargic. She tried different energy drinks and supplements, but nothing worked. Finally, she visited a nutritionist who discovered Lisa had a gluten intolerance. By cutting out gluten, Lisa’s energy levels soared, and she felt better than she had in years. She removed the obstruction (gluten) and allowed her body to heal.

In summary, true healing isn’t about adding more stuff—whether it's medication, supplements, or treatments. It’s about clearing the path for your body to do what it knows best. So next time you’re feeling off, take a step back. Identify the obstructions and work on removing them. Your body is smarter than you think. Just give it the chance to show you.
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