Are You Out of Touch With Your Body?

Lately, I have been quite worried. Daily, in the evening, I feel unwell. The soles of my feet burn. My forehead feels warm. My throat is slightly sore. Then I pop a paracetamol, and a few minutes later, there is relief.

However, the discomfort of feeling out of sorts doesn’t go away. It is frustrating, because I have so much work to do. Subconsciously, I have been blaming my body for not cooperating with me at this crucial time.

So, this evening, I asked for an extension of deadline, and decided to do some much-needed thinking. Yes, finally, my weary body compelled me to sit back and pay attention.

Almost immediately, realisation dawned upon me. I have been so out of touch with the needs of my body, for so long! Too busy to listen, to occupied to meet its simple needs. A quick list of what I’ve been doing wrong:

I ran out of fresh fruit about a week ago. Haven’t had the time to replenish supplies.
I’ve been too busy to munch on almonds, raisins and other immunity boosting foods.
My schedule does not allow me to plan a daily menu, so I am making do with quick-fix meals, reheated soups and stews, which Ayurveda does not recommend, since leftover food is devoid of prana, or vital energy.
I am unwell, so I am not going to the gym. I am not getting any exercise, so I continue to feel unwell. A vicious cycle.
On the professional front, I’ve taken on too much more than I can handle. The sheer volume of work and the resulting stress keeps me awake late into the night, and tossing in bed.

And these are only some of the ways in which I have been neglecting myself.

Who, then, has the right to complain? Me—for not being able to do as much as I need to? Or my body, which isn’t getting the respect it deserves to?

Also, any tips on how I can bring my body back on track? Feeling a bit out of ideas right now!

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Mac C.

10:09AM PDT on Mar 22, 2012

Oh my, Shubhra. Please take care of yourself and slow your life down and start to eat more healthy. Remember how many people care for you. I absolutely love your articles! Thank you.

send a green star

Marie Therese H.

5:25PM PDT on Mar 18, 2012

I communicate regularly with my body by addressing each organ individually.
I tell each one how grateful I am for the hard work they are doing and how much I love them.
Most often, my liver gets all that plus a sincere apology.Because I make many promises that I don't keep.
Other times I communicate a the cellular level, enven on the atomic level.
I'm 71, and still ticking!

Lynn C.

12:08PM PDT on Mar 16, 2012

Take care of yourself Shubhra! We enjoy your articles so much and would miss you if you were ill!

Norma V.

6:28PM PDT on Mar 11, 2012

Hmmm, what is my body saying that I can't seem to hear?

Ra S.

7:37PM PST on Mar 10, 2012

If you are regularly using drugs to deal with symptoms, it is important to talk to a doctor about what the underlying issues are. Sometimes, treating symptoms is the best thing one can do, but if you haven't checked first, then you are overlooking a problem.

heather g.

1:30AM PST on Mar 10, 2012

I would go and book a series of lunch-hour accupuncture treatments - Fortnightly, for four to six sessions. Then you'll have something to look forward to, as well as feel more balanced each time you've treated yourself.
Hope it helps !

Carl M.

2:12PM PST on Mar 9, 2012

I dont think your too different than most out there in today's society. Been there and done that!
You need to take back CONTROL of your life. Remember everything surrounds the dollar, and sometimes we need to forget about the dollar being earned and reward our body, mind and spirit.
Put your middle finger up to everything that is distracting you from taking care of yourself and tell everyone/everything that your on break and get back to YOU!
Your Friend,
Carl :)
www.atouchoflove.ca

Deborah D.

8:39PM PST on Mar 8, 2012

This is a good reminder to listen to the inner voice, sensations and ways to describe them to a health care provider....

Eco M.

1:55AM PST on Mar 8, 2012

thanks for the infomation

Parvez Z.

1:19AM PST on Mar 8, 2012

The body do give signals and we should pay attention and look after your self to remain healthy