Holistic Health and Wellness is a self-care and lifestyle approach that takes into consideration that we are all unique individuals. As a result, well-being does not mean the same for everyone. Our bodies are comprised of countless systems, every one with its own needs, so therefore health care or rather “self-care” should be highly individualized.
This approach eclipses the traditional medical model of treating people and symptoms as if we are all the same. Holistic healthcare does not medicate symptoms, it treats individuals. Symptoms are messages or signals that help us identify unique sources of imbalance. Holistic care draws information from the integration of all life systems working together toward balance.
So what is Holistic health and wellness? It is a pathway that simultaneously addresses mental, emotional, social, spiritual, environmental, and of course… nutritional and movement needs. Each person is an extraordinary creation and complexity of biological individuality.
Our systems interact, communicate with, and influence numerous others within us. We must focus on each person as a whole in order to truly heal. We need to learn what balance means for us and how to listen to our body’s ability to tell us what it needs.
Taking a holistic approach to healing is remembering to nurture and care for every part of our selves and our lives, because we know each part is interconnected and important.
What are the benefits of Holistic Living?
Holistic Self-Care can change our lives in numerous ways, only some of which include:
- Finding and treating root causes instead of symptoms
- Increased mental clarity, happiness
- Eating a broader array of natural food (thus consuming more nutrients) leads to increased energy, less fatigue, a stronger immune system
- Reduced stress and anxiety
- Reduced instances of chronic illness and disease
- Greater self-awareness and alignment with the best version of yourself
- Becoming more in tune with your own body’s individual needs
- Increased self-esteem, sense of purpose, and confidence
- More quality friendships and relationships
- Closer connection to our Creator
- Achieving a body in balance