Why Can't I Lose Weight?
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Why You Should Include Mind-Body Coaching Into Your Wellness Routine
Many conventional medicine practices focus on addressing a current set of symptoms in an effort to help you feel better. But few acknowledge the interconnectivity of the human mind and body.
Physical and mental health are intrinsically tied, and it’s possible to shape your health and wellness care to honor that truth.
Terry L. Franklin, MD, enjoys partnering with residents of the Monterey, California, area to craft personalized wellness plans that deliver impressive benefits. Mind-body coaching can be a big part of that process.
What is mind-body coaching?
Mind-body coaching strives to help you understand the ways that physical and mental health are intertwined. It’s a holistic approach that begins with an acknowledgement that true wellness is linked to physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and community health.
Once you begin to realize just how connected these aspects of your life are, you can work on reshaping how you think about the factors that influence how you feel and function each day.
For example, understanding how past trauma can lead to physical pain can empower you to incorporate counseling and self care into your ongoing physical health habits.
On the other side of the same coin, being in physical pain for long periods of time can lead to anxiety and depression.
Mind-body coaching teaches you how to explore the relationships among all aspects of your health. You learn strategies to achieve better balance and stability in your daily life.
What are some specifics of mind-body coaching?
Mind-body coaching begins with an in-depth conversation with Dr. Franklin regarding your current health as well as your short- and long-term goals. This information gives Dr. Franklin an understanding of where to begin.
There are many different tools you might try to enhance your mind-body health. Some examples include:
- Meditation
- Biofeedback
- Optimal nutrition
- Progressive muscle relaxation
- Processing trauma
- Guided imagery
You don’t have to have any prior experience with these modalities to benefit from mind-body coaching. Your sessions provide all the information and guidance you need to try new wellness practices.
Over time, you gain a deeper understanding of what works for you and what doesn’t. The end goal is to coach you to a place that you can practice on your own.
The goal-setting aspects of mind-body coaching are essential to the process. Far too many people go through life unsure of what they really want out of their daily experience. That can leave you feeling adrift. Mind-body coaching is an excellent way to create a purpose-driven life.
How do I get started with mind-body coaching?
If you’re ready to dip your toe into the pool of holistic wellness, mind-body coaching is a good place to begin. Dr. Franklin enjoys meeting with new patients to begin their individual mind-body coaching journeys.
Tracking your progress can be a very rewarding part of mind-body coaching. We encourage you to keep a journal or other written record of how you feel as you move through the process. Seeing your real-life results — like reduced anxiety, enhanced sleep duality, and more fulfilling relationships — can motivate you to continue on your path.
When you’re ready to begin, reach out to us to set up a time to visit our comfortable and welcoming Monterey, California, office. We can book your visit over the phone.
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