{"id":1486,"date":"2015-01-07T07:06:19","date_gmt":"2015-01-07T12:06:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/reflexologyforthespirit.com\/blog\/?p=1486"},"modified":"2019-02-22T18:34:03","modified_gmt":"2019-02-22T18:34:03","slug":"the-spirituality-of-the-intestines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/reflexologyforthespirit.com\/blog\/2015\/01\/07\/the-spirituality-of-the-intestines\/","title":{"rendered":"The Spirituality of the Intestines"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1078\" alt=\"scan 22 001\" src=\"http:\/\/reflexologyforthespirit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/scan-22-0011-744x1024.jpg\" width=\"578\" height=\"795\" \/>We are only \u00a0beginning to explore the true influence the Intestine has on our \u00a0physical, spiritual, mental, emotional well being. \u00a0Not only is the intestine the place where food and nutrients are absorbed, but this is also the place where we assimilate, absorb, and process our reality.<\/p>\n<p>The intestine is the body&#8217;s largest sensory organ with a \u00a0strong connection to the brain. \u00a0The intestine sends more messages to the brain than it receives from the brain. \u00a0With all this communication between the brain and the intestine, the intestine works to keep informed of what&#8217;s happening in the body. \u00a0The intestine influences, \u00a0keeps the brain aware of pain, fatigue, nausea.<\/p>\n<p>What this means is that your intestine tells you how to think, how you \u00a0experience pain, what kind of energy you have, and how much sleep you \u00a0get. \u00a0 \u00a0This impact on the entire body means that the intestine is very important to our overall perception of how you feel.<\/p>\n<p>In order to be in the best physical, mental, emotional, spiritual health possible, it&#8217;s important to honor the brain-intestine relationship. \u00a0Eating the best possible diet will promote the balance your \u00a0body needs in order to achieve the best health possible.<\/p>\n<p>Not everyone needs the same diet. \u00a0Different bodies have different needs. \u00a0However, there are some guidelines. \u00a0A healthy diet is low in fat, sugar, calories and high in fiber, \u00a0fresh fruits, vegetables. \u00a0Eat real, whole food which is as close to natural as possible.<\/p>\n<p>Find out which probiotics are best for you and take them. \u00a0Our understanding of the function of gut bacteria is not \u00a0advanced. \u00a0Frankly, \u00a0we are \u00a0in the \u00a0learning stages of how the bacteria in our gut affect our overall health. \u00a0 In a few years we&#8217;ll all know a lot more and we&#8217;ll all be healthier for the knowledge.<\/p>\n<p>Our \u00a0intestine has a language. \u00a0This language includes:<\/p>\n<p>the emotions we feel.<\/p>\n<p>our search for homeostasis.<\/p>\n<p>our immune system.<\/p>\n<p>our conscious desires for food and\/or drugs.<\/p>\n<p>how we react to stress.<\/p>\n<p>peristalsis.<\/p>\n<p>Find a quiet, safe place where you can talk to your intestine. \u00a0Sit quietly as you get comfortable. \u00a0Turn on some music you are comfortable with.<\/p>\n<p>Breathe into your intestine as you take deep breaths.<\/p>\n<p>As you breathe into your intestine, talk to your body to encourage homeostasis.<\/p>\n<p>As you exhale, \u00a0ask \u00a0your intestine to release \u00a0issues which prevent ultimate good health for you and your body.<\/p>\n<p>As you breathe in and breathe out, examine your relationship to food. \u00a0Talk to your intestine to allow less controversy and emotion to enter into the act of eating.<\/p>\n<p>As you breathe in and breathe out, explore your connection between love and food. \u00a0How does this affect your intestine and its communication with your brain?<\/p>\n<p>As you breathe in and breathe out, \u00a0listen to your intestine to learn what it needs to help your body, mind, and soul be healthier.<\/p>\n<p>After a few minutes, thank your intestine for any and all information you received. \u00a0If you have not received any information which you understand, know that you will receive knowledge which you can use in the coming hours and days.<\/p>\n<p>You can return to this dialogue with your intestine whenever and however you need. \u00a0Your intestine offers insight and wisdom about your health. \u00a0It is ready to share this information when you can receive it.<\/p>\n<p>Thank you for reading this blog\/book.<\/p>\n<p>Please share this article with your preferred social media network.<\/p>\n<p>Please send a comment.<\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t forget to join the email list.<\/p>\n<p>Peace and food for all.<\/p>\n<p>Thurman Greco<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; 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