Overcoming Our Urge to Take Something
Over the last century, we have developed a huge habit of to take something every time we have aches or pains, when we cannot sleep or go to the bathroom, have trouble thinking straight or have a stomachache, and more. Taking herbs, supplements, and even needed life-saving drugs is all well and good; but we have created a society in which it feels as though we have to take something no matter what.
Many times, the urge to take something is caused by stress. Stress creates a large amount of the physical symptoms. Our world is a stressful place. Stress creates physical changes that cause rashes, migraines, headaches, back pain, fatigue, and many more problems. It allows genes to be expressed that cause disease.
So what can we do?
It may be better to go to the root of the problem, instead of taking something for the symptom of the problem. It is like not liking your spouse and coming down with ulcers because you are stressed out–instead of taking action and making a change.
It boils down to taking action in our lives, instead of taking a pill, an herb, or a supplement to make us feel better. Taking action is about preventing diseases, such as cardiovascular disease from being a couch potato, metabolic syndrome from not eating right, lung disease and cancer from smoking and drinking, and much more.
Also, people can experience reactions to food and drinks, such as allergies and intolerances that cause symptoms. Instead of reaching for symptom-calming herbs, supplements, or drugs, it may be better to look at what is causing the symptom and removing the offending agent—getting at the root of the problem.
There was a woman with headaches and body aches. Her heart was racing, and her blood pressure was soaring to 150 over 90. All she wanted to do was take a pill to make it all go away. However, there was something wrong. An offending agent was causing problem. With help, she found she was having a huge reaction to the caffeine in coffee, tea, chocolate, and just about anything else that had caffeine. As soon as she stopped taking any sort of caffeine, all her symptoms disappeared. –True story!
Another man was always sick. He was overweight and was not feeling good at all. He was experiencing high blood pressure, was pre-diabetic, and was stressed to the max. He worked all day long, owned many properties, and was not happy. He gave it all up, and now owns a one-acre garden. He works in his garden and lives off the land. Now, he has time to lie down in his hammock and take a nap. He lost weight, and feels better than ever. – Another true story!
We have become a nation of quick fixes. We want a cure “right now!” It takes time to figure out what the offending agent is, using good old trial and error–and sometimes, common sense. Our overwhelming urge to take something is a symptom of our society. It is a society so stressed out, moving here and there, trying to get things done. It wants discomfort to disappear right away, so it can keep the mad pace going.
That is the problem. We need to slow down and smell the roses. We need to give up many of our desires in order to have more of what we really want—peace!
We may venture to say that 80% of our symptoms, or more, would disappear. We would have a lot less stress, and be happier at the same time. With the advice of your medical professional, try living without taking any kind of drug, herb, or supplement as much as possible.
Consider changes to your life, if need be, and be much happier. Try meditation, breath work, yoga, or just sitting in nature for one hour every day. It might just change everything!
About the Article
This article is meant to get you started, so you can do more research on your own. Dig a little deeper and find what works for you. This article is for educational purposes only. It is strongly recommended that you seek advice from your own GP, private doctor, or medical specialist for any ailment, illness, or medical condition. This article not meant to be a scientific analysis in any way, shape, or form.
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About the Author
Dr. Paul Haider is a Master Herbalist and Spiritual Teacher for over 20 years, helping people to recover and feel healthy. You can also find Dr. Haider on FB under Dr. Paul Haider, Healing Herbs, and at www.paulhaider.com – feel free to contact any time.
