Determinants of Health #12 Spirituality and consciousness

Human beings are naturally drawn toward a connection with something greater than ourselves. We seek out the divine, God, Allah, Yah-weh, Buddha, the One, the Universe, our Higher Power, etc. We seek relationship with that which is mysterious.

This relationship is usually very personal and so I do not propose that there is one path that fits every person. I prefer the metaphor that spiritual paths are like different rivers that all lead to the same ocean. I encourage my patients to explore this aspect of their health either in new ways or to dive more deeply into their spiritual or religious traditions.

Connection with the “great Divine” helps to restore perspective and remind us of the bigger picture. As humans, it is easy to forget about “the great mystery” and focus only on the minute details of our daily lives.

How do you connect with a higher power? 

Naturopathic doctors take a comprehensive look at your health. We ask about the many factors that influence health, which we term “The determinants of health.” Taking a patient-centered approach lets us build a comprehensive plan to help patients achieve their health goals.

Are you looking for a new kind of partnership with your primary care provider? If you are ready to start or revitalize your health journey, you are in the right spot! Check out my bio to get in touch. I offer free 15-minute consultation calls to answer your initial questions. Convenient telehealth appointments are available from the comfort of your own home.

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Connecting with the divine

As George Michael says, “You got to have faith.”

As humans we all have a deep inner drive to connect with something greater than ourselves. This is even more important in these unprecedented times. What exactly this connection looks like, however, is up to you. I have never been a believer that a rigid dogma is necessary or that everyone must connect with their higher power in the same way.

Connection can be meaningfully found with God, Buddha, Yahweh, Krishna, Allah, Shiva, the Universe, Mother Nature, The One, The Divine, Jesus Christ, holy saints and numerous other options. I am not here to direct anyone’s spiritual path, judge another’s beliefs or even comment on what truths and practices one finds meaningful.

I am here to encourage you to cultivate a relationship with the divine in a meaningful way. Good times come and go, grief visits us all and human endeavors are fleeting. Connecting with something greater than our limited perception of reality gives us a more solid foundation.

As part of my comprehensive intake with patients I ask if they have any spiritual or religious beliefs or practices. Again, this is not to judge or criticize but merely to assess the whole picture of each patient. The naturopathic approach seeks to build a partnership between doctor and patient and address all the determinants of health. This way, you receive the most comprehensive care possible.

How do you perceive the divine? Stretch yourself to deepen that connection or explore new ways of seeing the sacred in every day life. Leave yourself a reminder that you will see each day.

If you are ready to start or revitalize your health journey, you are in the right spot! Check out my website or bio to get in touch. I offer 15-minute complimentary consultation calls to answer your initial questions. Convenient telehealth appointments are available from the comfort of your own home.

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