Please keep in mind that these resources are meant to serve for those who lack access to therapy or aren’t finding the help they need, but this is not meant to replace therapy or many professional mental health care. If you’re able to, pairing your own self care and education with therapy is an incredible method to healing. <3
How Mental Health Impacts Physical Health: Can Negative Thoughts Lead to Illness?
Our mind and body are always communicating and working with one another collaboratively. When you touch a hot stove, your body lets your mind know that the stove is hot, so you quickly pull your hand away. It happens so quickly and naturally that you’re not even aware of the connection between the mind and body. This process happens through the nervous system; signals are sent through the spinal cord to help you in making decisions. Your mind can also impact your body through thought alone. Every single thought that you have leads to a chemical reaction in the brain.