LIStening to Your Body
Listening to your body can help you learn vital information about what your body needs. Both physical and mental signals from your body can offer you insight into what you need to stay healthy. Sometimes, these signals may not seem clear. However, with practice you can learn the best ways to listen to your body.
It is important to begin to recognize the signals your body gives you and what they indicate in terms of your health. The following list consists of ways to help you listen to your body.
Mental & Emotional Signals
Signals from your body can be emotional, such as you feeling “sluggish” or fatigued. These signals could be your body telling you that you aren’t getting enough rest or nutrients. They also could be warning signs of a mental health issue. Regardless of what the emotional signal may be, it is important to take note and recognize the signal from your body.
Physical Signals
Signs can also be physical, such as pain. Pain may be an indicator that your muscles are strained or that it is time to seek medical assistance for a more serious problem. Physical symptoms can also include you feeling tense and like your heart is beating fast, which could possibly point to you experiencing stress or anxiety. Like with mental & emotional symptoms, it is important to pay attention to the physical signals your body is sending you.
Taking Action
Learning to recognize the signals from your body is the first step in taking action. With an increased understanding of what your body is telling you, it will be easier to know when to make changes to your lifestyle or seek professional help. While managing symptoms can be beneficial, it is also important to speak with your healthcare provider about distressing emotional or physical symptoms you may be experiencing. Consider making a list of what your body is feeling, and what it might be a reaction to, and share these things with your provider.
Resources and Finding Treatment
- To learn more about listening to your body, we recommend contacting your health care provider.
- To read more about listening, the following resource is suggested:
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