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Holistic Therapy Day 2024: Date, History, Facts, Activities

An disparity in one facet of the self can result in distress in another, according to holistic therapy. For example, prolonged mental stress has the potential to develop into physical illness; consequently, it seeks to heal holistically as opposed to palliatively.

Holistic Therapy Day is annually observed on July 26. Mind, body, and spirit are treated holistically in holistic therapy. It seeks to achieve a harmonious equilibrium between all of the elements of the being. In contrast to modern medicine, it does not treat an illness or disease as a single issue. Holistic therapy holds that every individual is a composite of their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects, and therefore recommends a treatment that aims to nurture all of them.

The background of Holistic Therapy Day

Holistic therapy extends beyond the confines of the therapy session. A practise of self-care that focuses and nourishes all of our senses falls under the umbrella of holistic therapy.

Hippocrates, the originator of medicine, believed that the human body is capable of healing itself. He believed that the greatest medicine would be the capacity to heal without the use of medication.

This 2,000-year-old idea has given rise to holistic therapy. Even today, before beginning any holistic practise, the carer and patient establish a shared objective. After achieving this objective, the individual can continue their healing voyage independently.

In 1970, when the pharmaceutical industry flourished, symptom-based treatment exploded in popularity. Due to the lack of empirical evidence, holistic therapy was consistently rejected as “alternative medicine.” In recent years, however, the perception of holistic therapy has shifted. Medical professionals have begun to recognise the efficacy of a holistic approach. There is a growing understanding of the mind-body relationship. Increasing numbers of individuals are participating in activities that help balance the ‘energy centres’ or ‘chakras’ of their bodies. People are shifting their focus from ‘fitness’ to ‘well-being.’

This reemerging knowledge is supported by voluminous historical evidence. Ayurveda, an ancient Indian system of medicine, intended to heal the body’s energy as well as its physical ailments. While traditional Chinese medicine views the body as a miniature universe with interconnected systems and energies.

Yoga and Tai Chi are examples of holistic practises that arose from these ancient teachings and are still widely practised today. Holistic therapy includes numerous practises, including meditation, yoga, massage, aromatherapy, sound therapy, breath-work, acupressure, and reiki. Integrated holistic therapy combines these holistic techniques.

HOLISTIC THERAPY DAY ACTIVITIES

Take a deep breath and gently exhale it.

Holistic therapy can be as straightforward. Breathwork is commonly practised to reduce tension and anger. Observing one’s respiration is central to the majority of meditative practises.

holistic therapy visit

Locate nearby holistic therapy practitioners and pay them a visit. Perhaps ask your doctor for a referral.

Be diligent

To achieve observable results, consistent practise is required. Only after some time have passed do the results become apparent. Even when the results are less obvious, persist.

5 HOLISTIC THERAPY FACTS

Due to a lack of empirical evidence, the majority of ‘alternative medicines’ have been labelled as ‘quackery’.

Inhabitants of the blue zone (regions with the maximum life expectancy) tend to eat healthily and in moderation, get adequate rest, and stay active.

Hippocrates believed that the actual healing power resides within each individual.

All physicians can practise and instruct holistic therapy, but not all holistic therapists are board-certified physicians.

Modern medicine focuses on alleviating the symptoms of a disease or condition, whereas holistic medicine seeks to improve the environment or emotion that lead to the physical issue.