This episode is about:
The emotional effects of fear on personality and the body. What can be done to nullify it’s affects.
Welcome to another episode of Spiritual Naturopathy! Last week, we talked about Alzheimer's disease, and looking back, I feel like I didn’t do a great job explaining it. The truth is, I haven’t had any Alzheimer's patients, and I like to feel confident in what I talk about. If I don’t know enough about something, I’ll find someone who does.
Every day, I post a thought on Facebook, often inspired by books I read, including 8,790 Words of Wisdom. Some of the quotes are insightful, and some are just plain bad advice. When I see something I disagree with, I speak up. Similarly, when I come across something I like, I try to explain it more. The other night, I was lying in bed and thought to myself, everyone is smarter than I am. We all know something the other person doesn’t, and we can learn from one another.
That got me thinking about fear—something that affects us all. Big Pharma uses fear in its advertising, especially if you're over 50. They try to make you believe that one out of every three people your age will get shingles or herpes or pneumonia. This fear pushes you to go out and get a vaccine or treatment, which is exactly what they want. Fear weakens your mind, and we all experience it in one form or another. The way they use fear to control us is wrong.
One of my favorite scenes from the book Dune shows a character facing his fear. A wise woman tells him, Fear is the mind killer. I think that’s powerful. Fear messes with your mind, and the people behind these ads know how to use it. But who are "they"? The pharma companies, for one. But there’s also the broader system of human teachings designed to control you—these teachings come from man, not God.
We see it in so many aspects of life—like how society says men are dominant and women are submissive. That’s wrong, too. We are all equal, as the Bible says. Another false idea is that strength is more important than weakness. There are many kinds of strength, and I’m focused on building quiet strength, which brings personal power. You don’t need to brag about it; it speaks for itself. Quiet strength helps you accept everyone and feel love for all.
In today’s world, people are led to believe that doctors know everything, but that’s not true. Doctors are good at emergency care, but they often don’t know much about nutrition, and that’s where true healing happens. The drugs they prescribe often just block symptoms or cause new problems. For example, if you watch a TV commercial about medicine, you'll hear a list of awful side effects. Why? Because those drugs don’t address the root of the problem—they just mask it.
Now, let’s talk about getting sick. Many people get sick because of what's going on in their lives. When they feel uncertain or full of doubt, their bodies show it through sickness. For example, if you're having lung or sinus problems, it's often tied to fear or doubt. When you feel stressed or uncertain, it can affect your health.
To deal with sinus congestion, you can use a Neti pot. It’s a simple tool you can buy at a health store to clean out your sinuses. Add a little golden seal root to the water to help clear out any bacteria or infection. For sore throats, try garlic and honey. It might sting a little, but it helps your body heal.