When I think of health intuition, I associate it with the phrase "sixth sense." Others may see it as a gut feeling, a hunch, insight, or even an inner voice. Ultimately it is something that falls outside of the realm of our five senses - sight, taste, smell, touch, and hearing. It informs you of that something is different, outside of the norm, or even a moment of clarity.
In terms of our health, when the body signals something is awry, such as a dull pain, that is usually not the first signal your body is giving you about a physiological problem. Often times the earlier signals are ignored or undetected until our bodies are forced to inflict pain to command our attention.
How in-tune are you with your body to recognize preliminary signs and symptoms? Would you say that you have health intuition - the ability to sense balance/imbalance in your body? Do you sense the needs of your body? How do you know if the good health you may experiencing right now is in fact good health?
You're welcome. Most physicians are trained to treat symptoms and not really look at the total patient, and they also don't have enough time anymore due to our health care system. A doctor's visit often comes down to what's wrong, what are the symptoms, how long have you had those symptoms, here's a prescription to treat those symptoms, and if it doesn't clear up in a week or so, come back. All of this takes place in an office in less than 10 minutes. Health intuition is important, along with empowering ourselves with accurate information.
Wednesday, August 27th 2008 at 1:15PM
Christine Thorpe
I am very good about sensing what's going on with me and with my body. I haven't had any major problems since I exercise regularly & get yearly check ups. I absolutely hate going to the doctor, although I have a great physcian:) After working with doctors all week, I can't stand to see them anymore than but once a year!
Wednesday, August 27th 2008 at 5:17PM
Jen Fad
Jennifer, what advice would you give to women about being more in-tune with their bodies?
Wednesday, August 27th 2008 at 7:52PM
Christine Thorpe
