Energy and the Emerging Paradigm of Health Care
Energy – That is the name of the game. In spite of our energy “crisis” and our “depleting” energy, there is nothing that is not energy at its basis. Albert Einstein postulated that all matter is energy.
As human beings we are matter that is animated – made energetic. In addition to the inert energy that is contained in matter, we, as live organisms have the opportunity to move through the physical plane and interpret expressions of energy, as well as transmit expressions of energy. We are each expressing or transmitting a frequency of energy. We are like high-power cables who are able to think and direct our energy very specifically. And there are no two of us alike. Some of us are similar and we like being with people who are similar. Each one of us is transmitting a different vibration or frequency of energy. We channel this energy into activities that are very specific to our desires and needs. We are all experiencing and interpreting the energy frequencies around us, transmitting, creating and interpreting infinite variety.
All thoughts and actions are comprised of energy and we interpret energy in the words, actions and vibrations of those around us all the time. We are able to read a room or another individual without talking to them. We are able to feel the atmosphere of a place as soon as we walk in to it. All activities and thoughts of our life take energy. It takes energy to have a conversation with someone whose energy is not in alignment with our own. It takes energy to interpret the energy of another. We are always expending energy. And we receive energy from the food we eat and from a variety of activities that I will discuss later.
Medicine – In our present-day paradigm Americans typically barrel through our lives unconsciously without taking care of ourselves. Then we crash or break down. Once there is a break-down of the body, we go to the doctor, get the x-ray, the MRI, receive the diagnosis, receive the surgery, get the radiation, then go back to the status quo of our lives without ever analyzing energy. What caused the crash? How was I feeling in the weeks, months or even years before the breakdown? Could emotions have anything to do with how my body is doing now? What do the physical symptoms have to tell me about my energy? If we do not examine the energy that preceded the crash, the same thing will happen again. Something will break down again. Maybe not next week or next year, and maybe the breakdown will not look like the previous breakdown. But we must come to terms with the fact that our lives are made up not only of physical activities we can see, we are also having an “energetic experience,” in other words, a “vibrational experience.”
Emerging Paradigm – Examine for a moment our recent collective medical journey. We are increasingly creating diseases that baffle doctors, for which there is no known cure – only long-term maintenance through harsh chemical drugs. Many diseases like cancer, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, lupus, HIV and AIDS are managed over many years. Many times the treatment is not comfortable as is the case with chemotherapy for cancer, but at least the disease does not kill the organism right now. The ultimate goal of these treatments: don’t die! These treatments tend to be exhorbitantly expensive with diminishing returns to the “quality of life.”
Many of us believe this is the price we pay for our fast-paced life. We are grateful that we have medical technology that is working to keep pace with our breakdowns. We are somewhat proud to define ourselves in terms of our diseases… “I suffer from Lupus but it is well managed with steriods.” We don’t believe that there is a way out of this limiting way of life.
However, there are others of us who are aware that it is time to take a look at our energy. We want a better quality life, and we are finding that the antidote for this ever-increasing downward-spiral of less-than-perfect-health is to take control of our health. We are learning to be conscious of what we eat. We are inspired to get exercise. The media is getting on board and we are being socialized into more and more of this type of “conscious living.” Those who are living more consciously are reaping great rewards. It feels good to set goals and see yourself accomplish them. It feels good to take care of yourself. We are discovering that we have been looking for love in all the wrong places. We realize we must first have a good relationship with ourselves, making a conscious effort to know ourselves and our needs. Showing ourselves love and respect is the first step to allowing a loving and respectful relationship in our lives.
We are BodyMindSpirit entities, whole and complete. We should not compartmentalize these three aspects of ourselves. Nevertheless, we try to do so, and we succceed at a tremendous expense to our organism. It takes a lot of energy to shut out one or more of these aspects of ourselves. Sometimes we even try to shut out all three, as in the case when we are in extreme pain. Sometimes the body does this for us by putting us into shock, but other times we work very hard to ignore or deny signals that our bodies are transmitting. Usually the Body is the first thing that people ignore, and Spirit is second. To be really happy people we have to experience balance and unity of these three “body-energies.” The goal is to be aware of all three body-energies, and to feel comfort in all three, without feeling like one is in distress, or is compensating for another, or is breaking down in any way. Having this balance requires an honest look at ourselves, without being overly critical, to assess the condition of your BodyMindSpirit.
The amazing thing is, it doesn’t matter which aspect of your BodyMindSpirit you choose to address and change. When you make the decision to change one aspect, the whole system is changed and feels better. For instance, when you make a decision to help your Body by eating better or exercising, your Mind and Spirit experience the relief as you move and change. As your Mind becomes stronger, you may make a decision to read a book which further inspires you to additional changes. You may decide to meditate or take walks in nature to feed your Spirit, which futher inspires changes in your Mind and Body. Once embarked, the journey provides its own momentum.
Field-Theory – Field-theory, having arisen out of quantum physics, states that everything, including us, is unified in a field of energy. In other words, there is no separation between myself and all that exists around me. In addition, everything that we do, say and think (everytime we expend energy) we are affecting the whole. Several studies in Field Theory have been done on the power inherent in intention. These studies have shown that our intention causes change. Intention can be used to create what we want or change our lives, our bodies, or our minds. “You create your own reality.”
We know this. We see evidence of it every day. We are in the habit of channeling our intention into specific activities, and we hope or know that if we do so, we shall reap benefits of greater business, relationship success, or fulfilled lives. If we did not believe in our activites, we would never get out of bed in the morning.
Mind Body Healing
To sum up, we are unified MindBodySpirit entities and we can move and change our energy with intention. In 16 years work with cancer patients and others with serious conditions, I have seen been a witness to many people who turned their serious illnesses into the springboard for tremendous growth. I have had cancer twice. Survival was not always comfortable until I learned to take control of my own energy. Now I help others by utilizing the power of energy. I use several different healing frequencies, directed by intention in order to gently move energy. This gentle moving simply allows for the client’s own healing energy to move. Where there is blocked energy, I gently move the block, like dipping a finger into a stream to dislodge twigs that are impeding flow. Once removed, the client’s energy flows in to facilitate healing. The client’s own inspiration arises when the block is dislodged. Inspiration provides the next steps to continue the process of shifting. In most cases this is a very easy process that is hope-centered and joyful. I use humor and genuine compassion to encourage and support clients through the shift of perspective. This MindBodySpirit healing provides comfort and relief for the most difficult cases, like cancer, as well as the simplest ache or pain.
Often, when someone is in great pain or is sick, they feel helpless to help themselves. I provide the needed support and gentle encouragment, as the client shifts into greater and greater ease. In addition to energetic support, I have a full tool-box of techniques, exercises, and applications to continue the process. In collaboration with the client, we find just the right technique or process that is inspirational so that the process itself creates its own momentum. I also facilitate class/support groups that serve to encourage clients to continue their healthy patterns.
Comparison with Other Forms of Treatment
Often, when we are unconsciously driving down the highway of life, we are destined for a break-down or a crash, whether we know it or not. Once our lives have stopped, we wonder how this could have happened. I assist people in identifying the contributing factors that led to the break-down. When people make the connections between what was going on that preceded the break-down, they can alter the course of their lives by changing the life-patterns of thoughts, emotions or behaviors. But, I would much rather work with people before they crash! It is possible to adopt some very simple techniques and practices that will serve to support your healthy balance of MindBodySpirit energy.
Since I address emotional issues, many have compared it with the psychotherapy model. Suppose you wanted to find a therapist to assist you with your emotional pain. If you belong to an HMO you would probably be given a time-limited (usually six visits) course of treatment in which you would be given some behavior modification techniques. You would probably be invited to a group, as well. There is nothing wrong with this regimen, but it doesn’t necessarily get to the root of the problem, which could be emotional or spiritual. It focuses on activity (physical) and some mental self-talk hoping that in changing behavior, the problem is alleviated. Often the problem still exists but is sublimated further.
Another psychotherapy model brings clients into their past and unravels years of unresolved issues, resentments and pain. This model usually takes many years for deep-seated issues.
In the MindBodySpirit healing model, these deep issues are addressed, but quickly resolved. It doesn’t take years because the energy is moved at the same time the connections are being made and a shift in paradigm is possible almost immediately. Addressing the BodyMindSpirit as a whole allows for very quick change and instant relief. Within three visits, most clients report they are hopeful that they will be able to easily attain balanced, joyful lives. Some conditions, especially serious illness, are best addressed on a regular basis, over time, and for the duration of the illness. This model makes no claim to foreshorten the process or the progression of the illness, but the testamonials affirm that people feel relief of symptoms, and the techniques they learn to practice help to give them back control of some key aspects of their lives.
Thank you for taking the time to read this article. I believe in these principles deeply and have seen many people change patterns that have plagued them their entire lives. If you have been struggling with emotional pain, or have manifested some painful symptoms, please feel free to call for a consultation. Mention this article for $25.00 your initial consultation. Together we will just get better and better and better. Distant healing is available.
Jeanette Chardon, MSW
The Body Whisperer
503-866-3192
