#body and health

[puppygator]

Bro I wish trans healthcare was way more advanced than it is. like would it even be feasible to get phalloplasty or would my lichen sclerosus fuck with it

[incognitopolls]

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[catchymemes]

[adviceformefromme]

Stop ignoring your bodily signals that’s somethings not right. You get a bad stomach and need to run to the bathroom after the morning smoothie? It doesn’t agree with you. You get terrible anxiety and feel you need to perform on dates with the pretentious guy? He’s not your person. You feel shaky after the iced latte? It’s not for you sweetie. Your body is constantly sending signals, letting you know what feels good, and what doesn’t. Foods that don’t agree with you, people that cause you panic. Take inventory on what's causing dis-harmony in your life, and start editing ruthlessly. This is an act of self love. No more ignoring signs from your inner guidance system. Start heeding the call from your body. It’s speaking to you always. 

[ed-recoverry]

Some of my favorite posts on r/BenignExperience from the past week

Thanks to the tumblr post that made me aware of this subreddit. It makes me smile.

Part two, part three, part four

[kitten-forward]

[janabrich]

Know what is on trend? Taking care of your emotional health, and nourishing your body so you look and feel incredible starting from the inside first. This month I want you to discover the power of natural wellness solutions, learn how to incorporate essential oils into your daily self-care routine, and unlock the secrets to shiny hair and skin! I am pulling back the veil and sharing the top tips that I know you are going to love! Share your favorite GIF in the comments below to show your excitement.

[thebibliosphere]

Have you ever vomited so hard you not only wrecked your throat but dislocated your collarbone?

How about a migraine so bad it triggers your mast cells into a pre-anaphylactic reaction and you start breaking out in hives all over your body?

Yeah. Me neither until 4 o’clock this morning.

New level of hell unlocked.

And the migraine is still ongoing. I’m just no longer blind and dry-heaving.

I hate this.

[odditiesuncovered]

Mind-Body Medicine: The Science of Healing and Health

Our bodies are intricate marvels, operating seamlessly day in and day out. But have you ever wondered how it all works? Let's take a fascinating journey through the world of mind-body medicine and explore some intriguing human body facts.

The Brain's Marvelous Maze

The brain is like the control center of our being, managing countless functions. How does it store more information than your computer, and why does it forget those car keys? Our brains are a network of lightning-fast neurons firing messages.

Read more facts on Stunning World Facts

Question: Ever wondered about the brain's adaptability?

The human brain is remarkably flexible, rewiring itself when we learn or heal. It's like having a Lego set for a brain. Now, if it could only find those keys more reliably!

Positive Thinking's Power

Our mood affects our health. Positive thinking can boost the immune system, reduce stress, and speed up healing. It's like having a secret superpower in your head.

Question: Did you know that laughter is, indeed, the best medicine?

Laughter is contagious and a natural stress-reliever. When you laugh, your brain releases happy-making endorphins. So, why frown when you can laugh your way to better health?

The "Second Brain" in Your Gut

Your gut, often called your "second brain," is your digestion sidekick. But why do butterflies flutter in your stomach when you're nervous?

Question: Why does anxiety make your stomach do somersaults?

It's the gut-brain connection at play. Your gut and brain communicate through nerves and hormones. Anxiety triggers a "butterflies in the stomach" sensation. Your gut's way of saying, "Something's not right up there!"

The Mysterious Placebo Effect

Ever wondered why a sugar pill can sometimes heal even without medicine? It's the placebo effect, a mind trick without lightsabers.

Question: How does the placebo effect work?

Our beliefs and expectations can influence our body's responses. When we believe a treatment works, our brain releases chemicals that improve symptoms. The mind's power at its finest.

Stress: The Silent Saboteur

Stress is a notorious troublemaker for health. But why does it leave you physically drained and mentally frazzled?

Question: Why does stress affect our well-being so profoundly?

Stress triggers a "fight or flight" response, releasing hormones like cortisol and adrenaline. Great for predators, not so much for traffic jams or tough bosses. Chronic stress leads to health issues.

Mind-Body Medicine: The Balancing Act

Mind-body medicine teaches that thoughts, emotions, and beliefs impact health. It's like having a personal coach in your head, urging you to stay positive, manage stress, and harness your mind's power.

Question: Ready to tap into mind-body medicine's potential?

Healing and health science combine centuries of wisdom with modern research. Recognize the link between your mind and body, and use it to live your healthiest life. Your mind and body are intertwined, and you have the power to steer them toward better health. Mind-blowing, isn't it?

[mactiir]

For my entire life people have told me I am "naturally athletic". I am not "naturally athletic": I am an asthmatic with historically really poor cardio health and joints that partially dislocate themselves if I put pressure on them slightly weird. What I *am* is naturally tall and slender, even more so when I did absolutely no physical activity and ate very little because my neurodivergent body didn't give me hunger signals, which most people mistake for "naturally athletic".

That's not to say I don't have the potential for athleticism. My mother, who has never been under 250 pounds my entire life, is built of sheer farm girl muscle, has stellar blood pressure and cardio health despite her weight, and could (and has!) bodily haul me and my grown brother around like we weigh nothing. When I was a kid the woman was biking triathlon distances before we were even awake for school. The woman is an ATHLETE, and her whole life she has been obese (and heard from everyone and their dogs that she needs to lose weight).

I'm not sure where I'm going with this long piece of anecdotal evidence, except to say: my whole life I heard I was naturally athletic, until I actually became athletic. Because the thing is, I put on muscle like my mom. It fills out my shoulders and arms and makes me look big, thick, and barrel chested. "Genetically beefy", as my brother puts it. And suddenly I wasn't getting comments about my athleticism anymore. I'm quite literally the healthiest I've ever been. I can run for miles, lift my weight, my balance and heart health are excellent. I'm just bigger now. And not one stranger has a comment about my physique since I got fit. Because I don't look like what they think "naturally athletic" is.

I guess what I'm saying is, maybe don't let your perception of what "athleticism" or "health" LOOKS like color your perception of like. People's actual health.

[beegalactica]

real 'glow up' advice i wish i had

Imagine getting to the point in life where YOU are your own vision board; where you are that girl who has the life that you want, and you don't have to seek it out through other people. That should be the ultimate goal.

Here are subtle things that you should be doing to channel your ideal person and improve yourself for the better FROM THE INSIDE

take care of your hygiene: brush your teeth every day, wash your face with soap, wash your hair, take meaningful showers

be kind to yourself: speak nicely to yourself, treat yourself every now and then, love yourself exactly the way you came

make the effort: do your hair and wear something cute, even if you're only going to the supermarket. I bet your ideal self looks stunning wherever she goes, so make that effort if you really want to become her

move your body: dance to some music for just 5 minutes, take a walk, get off the bus a (reasonable) few stops earlier and walk the rest of the way

romanticise the hell out of your life: wear those bows, create that vision board, play that aesthetic background music even if you're just washing the dishes, wear that outfit!!!!!

admire yourself: look at yourself in the mirror and remember what you look like, take a million selfies to look back and smile at, give yourself a compliment every time you pass your reflection

get creative: if you want cute decor, make it! if you want cute clothes, find some easy DIYs!

focus on what you can control: if you cannot change the situation, let it resolve itself. don't waste your precious time obsessing over something you cannot change

get to know yourself (again): rediscover your hobbies, try new activities, learn to appreciate your solitude, get out of your shell

I really wish I was part of a community like this when I was going through a really insecure and lonely phase of my life.

Instead of deciding to wake up a 3am every day from now on, and trying to reach 20k steps every day, start small and walk your way up to greatness!

[afriblaq]

Interesting

[liberaljane]

You can't bully yourself into the life you want.

Digital illustration of an older white fem sitting in the drivers seat of a car. The sky is orangey pink, and there's a red canister labeled, 'self half' in the passenger seat. There's text that reads, 'If self-hate is the fuel you use to get there - you're gonna probably still hate yourself when you arrive.'

[desultory-suggestions]

Even if your body isn’t what you wish it were, you can still treat it with the respect it deserves. While it’s completely fine to dream of certain goals and changes for yourself, it’s equally important to learn to appreciate your body for what it is right now. Don’t try to fuel yourself on self hatred.

[spaceacerat]

I see you disabled people who don't know your family medical history because your family members couldn't/wouldn't/weren't allowed to go to the doctor and never got diagnosed, or don't know your family.

I see you disabled people who didn't know you were disabled growing up, physically or mentally, maybe because your parents didn't have insurance and couldn't afford it/wouldn't take you seriously/didn't think it was a problem because they had it/doctors couldn't figure it out.

I see you disabled people who have bouts of an issue that you grew up with, that are/were infrequent enough that you never really thought about it and dealt with it on your own, and when you have one in front of people who weren't medically neglected, you wonder why they look so horrified as you describe it.

I see you disabled people who didn't/haven't had any amount of care or accommodation for their disability since it started, because you couldn't get diagnosed.

I see you disabled people who grew up thinking everyone had the same problem as you and that it was normal and so you accepted it, because you didn't understand how the human body worked and had no real frame of reference nor the language to ask for help, or the people around you saw it and just ignored it.

I see you disabled people only now understanding that what you experience is abnormal, and that there are things that can be done to help it, make it easier, or at least help you understand yourself better.

I see you disabled people that will never be able to get diagnosed or get the help you need, whether from being poor, lacking insurance, or any number of reasons.

This shit is hard, and there are people who will never quite understand your struggles. It doesn't seem to get talked about as much, but I wish it was. Please know I love you, and you aren't alone.

[positivelypositivethoughts]