Your Bodies Intention in the World

Self-help authors Christine Arylo and Gabrielle Bernstein, lead a seminar series called the “Fear Cleanse.” In the course, students learn about the body and its intention in the world. Most people abuse their bodies. Getting honest about how we use our own bodies is an essential step in seeing how we are connected to the greater good.

Some common ways we abuse our body are using it as a punching bag when we beat it up mentally, making it our slave, exhausting, and overworking it. We neglect it, forget about it, and don’t take care of its basic needs. We treat it like a garbage can by dumping garbage in it and making poor food choices.

Sometimes we whip it into shape, by working out extra long or going commando on ourselves. All of these examples are shared in the “Fear Cleanse” workshop. I share them with you here because what we do to ourselves, we do unto others. If we are not taking care of ourselves, then giving to others and the world will be a wasted effort. We must first take care of ourselves and treat ourselves with respect and admiration, or no amount of giving in the world can fill up the void.

1. Ask how you are currently mistreating your body?

2. Write down the answer.

3. What is this trying to teach you?

A good exercise is to recognize that everything our bodies do is a reflection of what we are currently thinking and doing. Our human bodies are the fastest indicator that something is wrong. By learning to recognize our bodies as a tool for guidance we can open up the possibilities to enjoy life more. When our body needs to rest, we can give it rest. When our body is in pain, ask, “Why is this part of my body aching?” Louise Hay, author of best-selling, self-help, spiritual book, You Can Heal Your Life, makes a direct comparison between bodily illnesses and the thought patterns that created them. Every disease is really “dis-ease” and we have the power to reverse it with our actions and energy. By focusing on being intentional and deliberate, we can start the ripple effect in quick order. When we try to be there for other people but we are neglecting ourselves, and the energy exchanged is weakened. Therefore, before we give we must always make sure we are taking care of ourselves first.

When you put yourself first, the rest of the world can find balance within your balance. To find balance you must give and get, starting with treating yourself kindly and listening to your body. If you have a toothache see a professional dentist. These body signals are nudges to you. It is important to listen to them, says a Portland dentist Dr. Beadnell.