Amazing Facts On Holistic Healing: Emotional Healing

Amazing Facts On Holistic Healing: Emotional Healing

Rudraksh Healing Foundation
Dr. Suresh Chander Jarrel

"Multiplicity and Victimization: What part of 'No!' don't you understand? Vs.What part of you doesn't understand 'No!'?"

Hi Readers! I am trying to share some interesting articles that I had come across. If you have any query please feel free to call me. Dr. Suresh


Abstract:

Although ego-state therapy (Watkins & Watkins, 1988 and Watkins, 1993) is essential in the treatment of dissociative disorders and multiple personality disorder, it is seldom used with the general client population. Since all people have multiplicity (Beahrs, 1982), I believe that ego-state therapy is underutilized; it can be used to address people's multiplicity or different levels of consciousness. Ego-state therapy is equivalent to doing family/group therapy within the individual. State-dependent learning and memory are involved who we are in a given context; we are a microcosm of our environment (Rivera, 1989). In cases of victimization, dissociative disorders and multiple personality disorder are overlooked in the rush to punish the victimizer and empower the victim. Drug and/or alcohol abuse is frequently involved in cases of victimization. Many victims and victimizers are chemically dependent and are medicating the pain of their own victimization that they experienced as children. Drugs and alcohol need to be recognized as chemical dissociators (Beahrs, 1982; Braun, 1986; and Ross, 1989). The cycle of victimization cannot be broken unless the victimizer's and the victim's multiplicity are therapeutically acknowledged and confronted. Ross' (1989) general trauma model is the beginning of a paradigm shift away from viewing psychiatric symptoms as psychopathological and biomedical: to, viewing them as natural outcomes of trauma.

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"The Mind-Body Connection"

Somatization IS a complex phenomenon

"Mind-Body Therapy: Methods of Ideodynamic Healing in Hypnosis

Most people think of the brain as being connected to the body by nerves. We also know, however, that hormones from the pituitary, the "master gland" of the brain, can regulate body processes. The previously separate fields of neurology and endocrinology came together when the Scharrers (Scharrer & Scharrer, 1940) discovered that some neural cells were able to produce hormones. They were the first to document how certain neurons within the hypothalamus of the brain convert the neural impulses of mind into the hormonal information substances of the body. This conversion of the neuronal signals of mind into the messager molecules of the body was later termed neuroendocrinal transduction by Wurtman and Anton-Tay (1969). The more general concept of information transduction in current day psychobiological theory apparently evolved from that point. Information transduction at this level usually refers to the conversion or transformation of information from one neuromolecular modality into another. The most familiar examples of information transduction come from the area of sensory-perceptual psychology. Information in one form of light is transduced into chemical information when it is encoded by the molecules of rhodopsin in the retina of the eye. The photochemistry of rhodopsin transduces this chemical information into neural information via the "bipolar" and ganglion cells within the retina, which, in turn, transmit the neural information through the optic nerve to the visual association cortex of the brain. All sensory-perceptual systems operate by an analogous process of information transduction. Information transduction at this level of mind-body communication has been used to update Hans Selye's theory of stress and the General Adaptation Syndrome as the basis of psychosomatic medicine (Rossi, 1986c d; Rossi & Ryan, 1986). Selye's life work demonstrated that there were three routes, channels, or systems by which mental stress was transmitted into the body's "psycho-somatic" responses: the autonomic, endocrine, and immune systems. We now know that the limbic-hypothalamic-pituitary system of the brain plays the major integrative role in the mind modulation of all three of these major systems. That is, the limbic-hypothalamic-pituitary system is the major mind-body information transducer: it is the translator between the languages of the mind (in the forms of sensation, imagery, verbal language, etc.) and the languages of the body (information substances such as neuropeptides, hormones, immunotransmitters, etc.). It has been proposed that the state-dependent memory, learning, and behavior system that encodes many mind-body problems functions as an "experiential filter" modulating the activity of the limbic-hypothalamic-pituitary system (Rossi, 1986d). This leads us to conclude that information transduction and state-dependent memory and learning are the two fundamental processes that bridge the so-called "mysterious gap" between mind and body; they are the two basic channels of mind-body communication and healing.

"The mind-body-gene information loops usually operate at an `unconscious' level. The ultimate goal of all mind-body healing methods is to learn how to consciously facilitate these processes for psychosomatic healing."

Now, what does all that have to do with dissociative disorders? As I previously mentioned, I believe trance (dissociation) can disrupt the survivor's neurochemistry even on an autonomic level. The reason that hypnosis is successful when other treatment modalities fail, is theorized to be its ability to "bypass" the client's conscious mind which is "blocking" treatment. Perhaps, Francine Sharpiro's Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, EMDR, also works to "bypass" the conscious mind and honors the mind-body connections as does hypnosis.

I believe, survivors do not have conscious control over their somatization because somatization is tied to neuropsychophysiologic (NPP) state-dependent memory (SDM). However, they do have control over whether or not they embellish their symptoms and disabilities. And, whether or not they are cooperating with treatment to desensitize "triggers" that make their somatization symptoms worse. They did not chose to be abuse and end up with somatic symptoms/illnesses. These symptoms are natural outcome of enduring significant trauma.

All people dissociate, so somatic illnesses aren't limited to dissociative disordered clients or "borderlines" (just a different type of dissociative disorder).

Rudraksh Healing Foundation
Dr. Suresh Chander Jarrel

Quantum Bio-cosmology –The Science of Auras and Chakras

Introduction- The Barriers to Integration

As the discussion of integrated health care increases, we know that we are reaching a turning point in the history of medicine. Public demand is increasing for complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) to be integrated into the National Health Service (NHS) alongside orthodox health care. Gradually in response to this demand, health service providers are becoming keener to oblige or at least discuss the possibility.

So what’s the hold-up? Why is it that part of the medical orthodoxy still ridicules CAM? There is evidence to suggest that many doctors are actually interested in CAM and would like to know more about it. One of the sticking points may be that CAM therapies are often based on a different worldview from the modern scientific worldview. CAM in their various forms can incorporate traditional mystical ideas. These philosophies state that the body consists of more than physical constituents and also has an associated force often called ‘chi’. The word ‘energy’ is also widely used and many CAM disciplines contain a reference to an energy system of the body within their philosophy.

Discussion of the energy system of the body usually consists of:
• Chakras – various energy centres in the body
• Meridians – energy pathways in the body that are conduits for ‘chi’.
• The aura – often interpreted as an energy field that can be detected at some distance from the body.

For the purpose of this article we shall not discuss homeopathy or flower essences, which are sometimes classified as energy medicines. A lot of these therapies agree that a change in this energy body will have an affect on the physical body. This is part of the strategy of therapies such as acupuncture, aura cleansing and chakra balancing. By having a positive effect on the energy body, the well-being and health of the patient is enhanced.

Implicit in this philosophy is that the energy body has an effect in creating and sustaining the physical body. Much esoteric teaching on the subject contains this idea. Esoteric philosophies discussing non-physical elements in the human body are not obviously compatible with orthodox medicine in the NHS. Although many doctors may wish to have further integration of CAM into the NHS the philosophy behind them may prove to be a barrier. At present some CAM philosophies do not have much scientific basis. It is important to distinguish between a discussion of the philosophies containedwithin them and the discussion of their clinical efficacy.Even with the most excellent randomised controlled trials and evidence base, this philosophical barrier still stands in the way of full scientific acceptance. We are slowly accumulating an evidence base with CAM and finding which therapies are known to ‘work’ yet still the issue remains; can doctors subject patients to a therapy based on a philosophy that has no apparent scientific basis? We need to recognise this as a real ethical problem in the NHS and a barrier to integration. It may be seen as unethical for a doctor who believes in a type of philosophy that is not scientifically proven to provide this to their patients.

We only need to look at the case of Dr Michelle Langdon, a North London GP who offered homeopathy to her patients alongside orthodox health care. In the handling of the case by the General Medical Council (GMC), some focus was placed on Dr Langdon having introducing personal beliefs into the consultation with the mention of geopathic stress. She was subsequently suspended from the medical register. Whatever our opinion regarding the handling of this case it raises awareness of the issue of a doctor’s personal beliefs when dealing with their patients.

The GMC has indicated with this case that doctors must adhere to medical systems within the medical, scientific orthodoxy. CAM philosophies may be seen as out of this boundary and therefore part of the personal belief system of the doctor. If a doctor practices or allows CAM to be administered to their patients, the GMC could see this as introducing personal beliefs into patient care. As long as there is no coherent science behind CAM philosophies, these accusations could still stand. In order to further integration we need to take ideas such as the existence of chakras out of ancient times and into the scientific age.

Electromagnetic Medicine, Psychoneuroimmunology and their limitations

Some readers may protest that this has already been done with the science of electromagnetic medicine. There have been many advances in this field providing a much-needed scientific framework for energy medicine. What is becoming apparent from experiment is that manipulation of the electromagnetic field of and around the body causes changes in the physical body.

Local manipulation of the body’s electromagnetic fields cannot be the entire explanation behind energy medicine. Many healing modalities do not require any local contact at all. Distant healing is a common part of a healer’s repertoire and is usually taught in modalities such as Reiki.

A big factor in healing is the intent behind it. The mechanism of action of ‘good intent’ is not incorporated into electromagnetic theories. Although research into electromagnetic medicine is very valuable, anomalies such as these suggest that it does not represent the full story.

In a similar way psychoneuroimmunology although an extremely useful modality of science, cannot be a full explanation for all of the principles of energy medicine because it does not contain a comprehensive explanation for distant healing, the mechanism of intent, or the energy system of the body.

Energy medicine needs a more comprehensive scientific explanation. Unless this happens there is a risk of holding back from full integration. This would ultimately mean a loss to the patient and the choices available to them.

The unification of physics and biology

Part of the reason why electromagnetic medical research does not provide us with a comprehensive explanation for all of the phenomena for energy medicine lies in the fact that electromagnetism is only one of the forces of nature. We know about three other forces in physics: the weak nuclear force, the strong force and the force of gravity.

A full picture of nature and biology must incorporate all four forces. Theoretical physics is currently engaged in the search to unite these forces in a theory of everything7. This theory of everything must also explain biological organisms and not be limited to non-living matter to be truly a theory of everything. The successes that are being made in physics must inform biology, as they are the laws that govern biological matter as well as non-biological matter. We must look
to physics to give us a new biology. In this series of two articles I shall put forward a new science of auras and chakras that incorporates principles of quantum theory, relativity and cosmology and relates them to biology. Hence the title: Quantum Bio-cosmology (QBC).

Matter as frozen light

Another consequence of quantum physics is the concept of the zero point field otherwise known as the Dirac sea, or the quantum vacuum. We are bathed in a sea of particles of light: photons, which pop in and out of existence. Their fleeting existence has earned them the name, ‘virtual particles’. They are still active in a vacuum and at zero-point temperature when all other
activity has ceased.

What occurs at this field is that photons become particles of matter and antimatter, which then annihilate each other and become photons again. This cycle occurs continuously all around us. The effect of the field can be demonstrated under certain circumstances; the field can cause metal plates to move, a phenomenon known as Casimir forces.

Philosophy of Mind: Philosophy of Thought, Perception, Consciousness, Identity

Understanding the Philosophy Of Mind

The Philosophy of Mind is a relatively recent field that deals with questions of consciousness and how it interacts with both the body and the outside world. The Philosophy of Mind asks not only what mental phenomena are and what gives rise to them, but also what relationship they have to the larger physical body and the world around us. Atheists and theists have fundamental disagreements about the nature of the human mind, with almost all atheists regarding it as material and natural while theists insist that consciousness cannot be physical. Instead, the mind must have a supernatural source in the soul and in God.

Philosophy of Mind & Metaphysics

The Philosophy of Mind is generally treated as part of Metaphysics because it addresses the nature of an aspect of reality: the mind. For some, depending upon their other views on Metaphysics, the nature of the mind may in fact be the nature of all of reality because they believe that everything is dependent upon the observation and actions of minds. For theists, the Philosophy of Mind and Metaphysics are especially interconnected because many believe first that our reality exists and is dependent upon the Mind of God and, second, that our minds were created at least in part to reflect the Mind of God.

Atheists Care About the Philosophy of Mind

Debates between atheists and theists often involve the nature of consciousness and the mind. A common argument offered by theists for the existence of their god is that human consciousness could not have evolved naturally and cannot be explained solely by material processes. This, they argue, means that the mind must have some supernatural, non-material source which they claim is the soul, created by God. Unless a person is familiar with the issues involved as well as some current scientific research, it will be difficult to rebut these arguments and explain why the mind is simply the operation of the human brain.

Philosophy of Mind & Souls

One of the central disagreements in the Philosophy of Mind is whether human consciousness can be explained solely by material and natural processes. In other words, is the physical brain alone responsible for our mind and consciousness, or is something else that is immaterial and supernatural also involved — at least partially, and perhaps exclusively? Religion has traditionally taught that there is something immaterial about the mind, but scientific research continues to push forward material and naturalistic explanations: the more we learn, the less necessary non-material explanations become.

Philosophy of Mind & Personal Identity

One vexing question addressed by the Philosophy of Mind is the nature of personal identity and whether it even exists. Religious theists typically argue that it does exist and is carried by the soul. Some religions, like Buddhism, teach that the personal "I" doesn't truly exist and is only an illusion. Materialist conceptions of the mind generally recognize that it changes over time due to changing experiences and circumstances, suggesting that personal identity itself must change. That, however, raises ethical questions about how we can and should treat someone now based upon past behavior.

Philosophy of Mind & Psychology

Although Philosophy of Mind is dependent upon the insights and information acquired in Psychology, the two subjects are separate. Psychology is a scientific study of human behavior and thought while Philosophy of Mind concentrates on analyzing our fundamental concepts regarding mind and consciousness. Psychology might categorize certain behavior as “mental illness,” but Philosophy of Mind asks what the label “mental illness” means and if it is a valid category. One point of convergence, though, is the reliance of both on scientific research.
Philosophy of Mind, Science, & Artificial Intelligence: Scientific attempts to develop Artificial Intelligence are heavily dependent upon the insights offered by the Philosophy of Mind because, in order to create an electronic consciousness, it will be necessary to have a better understanding of biological consciousness. Philosophy of Mind is, in turn, heavily dependent upon developments in the scientific study of the brain and how it functions, both in its normal state and in its abnormal state (for example when injured). Theistic conceptions of the mind suggest that Artificial Intelligence is impossible because humans cannot imbue a machine with a soul.

Atheist Philosophy of Mind

Atheists may disagree greatly in their conceptions of what the human mind is; all they will agree on is that it wasn't created by nor is it dependent in any way on any gods. Most atheists have a materialistic conception of the mind and argue that human consciousness is solely a product of the physical brain. Others, like those who are Buddhists, argue that much of what we consider stable and constant about our minds, like our personal identities, is really an illusion that prevents us from recognizing reality as it truly is.

Questions Asked in the Philosophy of Mind

What is human consciousness?

Is our consciousness material in nature?

Can consciousness be reproduced?

Do other minds even exist?

Mind - Treasure Unearthed

Mind - Mystery of the Social Animal

In our social surrounding vast majority of humans subjectively knows the existence and operations of the mind. Western science believes that the afferent nerves bring the sensations from the periphery or extremities of the spinal cord. The sensations then pass to the medulla oblongata at the back of the head, where the fibres decussate. From there, they pass on to the superior frontal gyrus or superior frontal convolution of the brain in the forehead, the supposed seat of the intellect or mind. The mind feels the sensations and sends motor impulses through the afferent nerves to the extremities - hands, legs, etc.

Mind, according to the western thinkers and researchers, is only an excretion of the brain, like bile from liver. The doctors are still groping in utter darkness. Their minds need drastic flushing for the entry of Hindu philosophical ideas. It is only the Yogins and those who practice meditation and introspection that know the existence of the mind, its nature, ways and subtle workings. They know also the various methods of subduing the mind.

Mind is one of the Ashta-Prakritis - "Earth, water, fire, air, ether, mind, reason and egoism - these constitute the eightfold division of My Nature" (Gita, VII-4).

Mind is nothing but Atma-Sakti. It is brain that wants rest (sleep), but not the mind. A Yogi who has controlled the mind never sleeps. He gets pure rest from meditation itself.

The Subtle Matter-Mind

Mind is not a gross thing, visible and tangible. Its existence is nowhere seen. Its magnitude cannot be measured. It does not require a space in which to exist. Mind and matter are two aspects as subject and object of one and the same all-full Brahman, who is neither and yet includes both. Mind precedes matter.

This is Vedantic theory. Matter precedes mind. This is scientific theory. Mind can be said to be immaterial only in the sense that it has not the characteristics of ponderable matter. It is not, however, immaterial in the sense that Brahman (Pure Spirit) as such is. Mind is the subtle form of matter and hence the prompter of the body.

Mind is made up of subtle, Sattvic, Apanchikrita (non-quintuplicated) Tanmatric matter. Mind is all electricity. According to the Chhandogya Upanishad, mind is formed out of the subtlest portion of food. Mind is material. Mind is subtle matter. This discrimination is made on the principle that the soul is the only source of intelligence; it is self-evident; it shines by its own light.

But the organs (mind and senses) derive their principle of activity and life from the soul. By themselves, they are lifeless. Hence the soul is always a subject and never an object. Manas can be an object of the soul. And it is a cardinal principle of Vedanta that that which is an object for a subject is non-intelligent (Jada). Even the principle of self-consciousness (Aham Pratyak-Vishayatva) or Ahankara is non-intelligent; it does not exist by its own light. It is the object of apperception to the soul.