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Mind-Body Connection — for Yoga Teachers, Yoga Therapists, Health & Wellness Coaches, Holistic Healthcare Providers

Theme Readings Overview

In this curation of readings, we explore research and teachings that help to clarify the connection between mind and body.

Objective

Be prepared to share teachings on the connection between mind and body from philosophical, experiential and physiological perspectives.

Description

Explore the differences between body, brain and mind. Explain how the body and brain are in constant two-way communication. Discuss how the connection between mind and body is apparent in the experience of pain. Explain the significance of Dr. Candace Pert’s research. Cite research related the mindbody connection. Explain how the mind-body split became prevalent in Western culture. Provide inspirational readings to share with students.

Related Teachings

This is a curation of readings from various perspectives. For an explanation form a physiological perspective, see The Biochemistry & Physiology of Emotions which includes Candace Pert’s paradigm-shifting research and scientific explanations for how the mindbody connection works, including the vital significance of “molecules of emotion.”

In terms of themes, there are many similar concepts. Here’s how we’ve broken them out:

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