The Three Way Connection - Body, Mind & Spirit
By Kathy Bibeau

The theme of this issue of the American Spirit Newspaper is, “The Body, Mind and Spirit Connection.” That there is a correlation between our minds and our bodies has been well documented. How we think effects how we feel. In fact, it is now widely accepted that a change in our mental state can bring about a change in our physical state. Conversely, that our physical state can affect our mental well-being is also widely acknowledged. Ask anyone who has experienced a pro-longed illness and they will tell you that this is true — But what about our spirit? In our society we often overlook the spirit. We tend to worship the body and the intellect. However, without a balanced relationship between all three components we do not truly experience living a full and rewarding life.
In today’s hectic world many of us find ourselves at a loss. That connection between body, mind and spirit that is so important to a balanced lifestyle is difficult to maintain. Most of us are stressed out. Many of us have lost a sense of direction, rushing to and fro trying to get somewhere when we don’t even know what or where it is that we are trying to get to. The balance between work, family and play is often difficult to find, and the struggle to keep our heads above water can be daunting at times. Given the added stress from the threat of terrorism, fear of war and economic uncertainty is it any wonder that Americans are under more stress today than any other time in history? Click here to continue

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