Holistic Healing Guide

Holistic healing is based on a philosophy of wellness that addresses you as a whole person made up of mind, body and spirit. How this healing happens is as varied as the people seeking help. New discoveries and methods seem to pop up every day.

These methods encompass a wide variety of modalities including modern medicine, natural healing, and spiritual practices. Who you work with, and the methods you choose will depend on your changing needs and preferences.

This Guide is designed to help you gain a clear understanding of holistic health and healing. This information serves as a foundation to help you make informed decisions about your health and well-being.

Holistic healing is not a cookie cutter approach. It is not about controlling symptoms, although that may be part of it. It is about addressing the cause, if possible, and helping you heal and achieve optimum wellness as a whole person.

The philosophy of mind body wellness using natural healing methods, conventional medicine, and mental and spiritual wellness practices is the basis for the information and techniques shared on this site.

Table of Contents

About Your Health

In the first section of the Guide, you will develop a clear understanding of holistic health and how to improve your own level of mind body wellness. You will learn about the whole self philosophy, what health concerns are and aren't under your control, and how to improve your own mind body wellness naturally.

Healing for Mind Body Spirit Health - an introduction to whole self healing.

The Definition of Holistic Health - a comprehensive definition and model of holistic wellness.

Nature Versus Nurture - What parts of your physical health are predestined by your genes and how much is under your control? The answer may surprise you. Discover how nature and nurture contribute to your health and how to use that knowledge to promote wellness.

How to Be Healthy- tips for how to be healthy and stay healthy using a holistic approach.

How to Get Healthy - additional mind body wellness advice and tips to help you create a wellness action plan and get the support you need when you are experiencing health problems or a diagnosed disease.

Holistic Healing Methods and Providers

Read about the many kinds of health care modalities. Explore the pros and cons of alternative and conventional therapies. Learn about different types of holistic providers. Explore types of schools or programs you can can enroll in to begin your own career or mind body wellness program.

These pages explore the philosophies of conventional and alternative medicine as well as the pros and cons of each system. They clarify definitions and terminology related to the holistic health field as used by licensed professionals.

You'll also learn about working with practitioners and furthering your own education in this field for personal use or as a professional.

Definition of Holistic Medicine - the official definition of holistic medicine, according to the American Board of Holistic Medicine (ABHM) and the American Holistic Medicine Association (AHMA).

Holistic Alternative Medicine - Alternative therapies have varying levels of acceptance in the medical community. Read about the different types of complementary and alternative methods as recognized and categorized as CAM.

Alternative Therapies - an overview of the philosophy of alternative medicine plus a discussion of the pros and cons of using alternative therapies and natural healing.

Allopathic Medicine - a brief history and description of modern medicine and a discussion of the pros and cons of this medical model.

Holistic Health Practitioners - There are many types of holistic practitioners. Learn about how they differ, how they are the same and how to choose and work with a coach or practitioner who is right for you. 

Health Wellness Coaching - Learn how this positive trend can provide you with the clarity and support you need to help you set and achieve your wellness and life goals.

Finding a Life Coach - Follow these steps to find the holistic life coach that is just right for you.

Holistic Physicians and Other Licensed Providers - Physicians practicing integrative medicine are becoming more widespread and accepted by the medical community. If you want to incorporate alternative medicine and a comprehensive approach into your medical treatment plan, these doctors may be right for you.

Holistic Medicine Schools and Programs - There are many alternative medicine schools and healing programs available if you are interested in pursuing a career in this expanding field, or you just want to learn for your personal use. Explore your options and follow these tips to help make the best choice for you.

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