"energy medicine
I don't believe "energy medicine" is the new thing at all, we are simply opening to the wisdom from other healing modalities - FINALLY. The techniques and methods used in systems such as accupuncture, yogic breathing, qigong, tai chi, reiki and "newer" techniques like quantum touch, allergy elimination, emotional freedom technique are all based on recognition that we are each made up of energy, emotional currents and physical matter -- an energetic system along with the physical and emotional systems. Ignorance of the complex, unique energy systems does not make it not there - it is part of the human body. Working with it, learning about what helps create balance, and treating disturbances is an important factor in health. The basis of all energy work is working with "life force" to create balance and natural flow. There our many names for this "life force" including "chi", "prana", "ki", "holy spirit", "vital force" - it is the life giving energy in all living things - it is what animates us.
<u>Creating well-being within the given context of our unique genetic make-up is very different than CURING</u>. These healing modalities unblock stagnant energy and allow the energy to flow correctly creating more available energy when the physical body is in need of it. When this isn't happening, the body will take energy from other areas often leaving it at either a deficit or surplus. Deficits/surpluses in one area will allow for further distrubances to occur - this is how many "symptoms" begin. So a headache doesn't appear out of no where, it is the result of an energy disturbance down the line which could find no other place to go. The way we live our lives makes balanced energy difficult, so meditative and complementary practices help us learn how to pay attention to these subtle cues, taking care to correct them before the headache occurs.
Does this make CF go away...no. Does it help to create more energy and balance in the body - yes. Will this possibly help with the expression/progression of this disease - I believe so. Studies and major medical systems like the Cleveland Clinic believe so, and more are coming. This is not us vs them, traditional medicine vs alternative medicine (I prefer complimentary); it simply is a more complete way of viewing the body, a much needed change. You can only learn through experience, so try some things, read about the modalities which interest you, choose your practioners using high standards, be scientific-minded about what you observe, and begin creating more health and well-being. I have never been disappointed using these techniques for myself or my children.
Risa, is a great resource as well!!
