When you hear the phrase, “holistic healing,” what comes to mind? A woman with lots of scarves and ethereal features waving a burning sage stick around your home? A towering Olympic athlete sporting distinctive round bruises from cupping therapy during the swim trials? An ancient-looking herbalist making tinctures from recipes that have been handed down through the ages and can cure everything from athlete’s foot to anxiety?
Whatever your preconceived notions, there’s probably a little truth to them (if we’re being honest) and a little falsehood. Comprised of alternative remedies and natural therapies, as opposed to the treatments that make up western medicine, holistic healing addresses the mind, body, and spirit.
In other words, instead of merely targeting a patient’s symptoms, a holistic wellness coach aims to tackle the underlying root of the problem. Because everything is connected, the only way to ensure lasting relief is by looking at the patient as a whole, not by limiting the focus to the affected organ or system.
Some of the most common holistic remedies include:
- Energy clearing
- Spiritual therapy
- Cupping
- Acupuncture
- Chiropractic adjustments
- Massage therapy
- Aromatherapy
- Tai chi
- Yoga
- Herbal supplements
- Reiki
- Pranic Healing
- Qigong
- Electromagnetic therapy
- Meditation
- Hypnosis
These therapies—and others like them—can be used on their own, with one another, or in conjunction with western medicine. When that’s the case, they’re usually referred to as complementary therapies.
While many people remain skeptical of their efficacy because they’re not backed by clinical trials like modern remedies, the fact that so many physicians include these treatments in care plans highlights how safe and effective they can be. When you visit a holistic wellness coach, you can expect to reap a number of benefits. Because your provider will consider your mind, body, and spirit, you will notice improvements in all of them.
What Are the Physical Benefits of Holistic Healing?
There is a lot of anecdotal evidence (and even some clinical research) that highlights the ways in which various holistic remedies can improve physical health. While the specific benefits vary from treatment to treatment, they often include:
- Lower blood pressure
- Fewer tension headaches
- Relief from chronic pain
- Better mobility, strength, and flexibility
- Reduced soreness
- Improved circulation
- More regular digestion
What Are the Mental & Emotional Benefits of Holistic Healing?
The kinds of natural therapies that holistic wellness coaches offer aim to reduce stress, relieve anxiety, and boost mood. This, in turn, allows for better mental health in general. Once your mental health is in check, it has a ripple effect on virtually every aspect of your life. From professional endeavors to personal relationships, everything becomes easier when you’re not facing an overwhelming amount of self-doubt, depression, anger, or unease.
What Are the Spiritual Benefits of Holistic Healing?
Spiritual wellness is characterized by connecting your inner soul to the outer world. Regardless of whether you believe in organized religion, you can embark on a fulfilling journey during spiritual therapy. Depending on where you are today and where you hope to be tomorrow, your therapy might include meditation, spending time in nature, and practicing acts of kindness.
Need a Holistic Wellness Coach? Look No Further Than Kadeem One
At Kadeem One, we offer services from hypnosis and aromatherapy to energy healing and meditation coaching. With a commitment to bettering our clients’ lives in all aspects (we are, after all, a holistic practice), we’re proud to provide therapies that are backed by scientific research. In other words, we don’t merely tout woo-woo metaphysical junk (although we might lean a bit on the woo-woo side of the spectrum). Whether you want to upgrade your spiritual life or eliminate physical, mental, or emotional pain, we can help. Contact us today to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
