A Life-Changing Guide to Understanding Why We Get Sick: My Take on 'Practical Psychosomatics'

Hello everyone!

I've struggled with chronic fatigue and occasional body aches for years, searching for answers beyond what my doctor could tell me. Four years ago, I stumbled upon an author who introduced me to a whole different approach to medicine that explained where our illnesses come from.

At first, it was tough to wrap my head around the idea that our psychological, emotional, and social factors could have such a huge impact on our physical health. But the more I learned, the more it made sense. I mean, we've all heard that stress and negative thoughts can affect our health, but I never really understood how until I read this book.

So, how did I come across this book? I decided to dive deeper into the subject and read some more serious books on the topic. Based on online reviews, I bought three books on OZON, and one of them was Artem Tolokonin's "Practical Psychosomatics: Which Emotions and Thoughts Program Disease and How to Achieve Health". Many people recommend this book, and after reading it, it became a real game-changer for me.

Practical Psychosomatics Reviews Tolokonnikov Practical Psychosomatics ReviewsSo, what's this book about?

This book delves into how complex psychological processes impact our physical health. Tolokonnikov explains in a way that's easy to grasp how suppressed emotions, stress, negative thought patterns, and even childhood and birth traumas can directly affect our well-being.

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'Practical Psychosomatics: Which Emotions and Thoughts Program Disease and How to Regain Health' Book ReviewSo, what did I learn from this book?

I won't go into every detail, but I'll focus on what I found most interesting and what I learned.

About Disease

Illness is basically our body's way of adapting to a situation. Painful memories are pushed from our conscious mind into our subconscious, so we don't suffer – and that's what creates the underlying problem. In other words, a strong stress that gets pushed into our subconscious triggers the disease.It's all about emotional conflicts.

All our conflicts show up in muscle tension. By working on our muscle armor (exercise, sex, etc.), we can release emotional conflict and normalize our mental activity. There's energy in our body that gets released when we do this, and it leads to healing, normalized mental activity, disappearing emotional conflicts, and ultimately, freedom from diagnosis.I was fascinated by the explanation of how our ancestors' subconscious affects us.

As it turns out

what our parents, grandparents, great-grandparents, and great-great-grandparents experienced in the past shapes our karma. Our emotional experiences also impact this karma, which manifests at a certain age and under certain circumstances. For example, when a woman gets married and has a child, she starts feeling everything her mom (grandma, great-grandma) felt at the same age.

I never thought about this before.

The author explains this concept of psychosomatics in many diseases with relatable examples. Like, why do teeth get destroyed?

Teeth aren't just an organ that helps us not go hungry – they're also an organ that helps us defend ourselves. If someone's experiencing anxiety about a situation and won't express their discontent, their teeth will start to deteriorate.

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Here's just a little bit of information that really stuck with me. You can also learn about psychosomatics of excess weight, psoriasis, allergies, stomach, liver, digestive issues, women's health, and diabetes and more in the book.

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Artem Tolkunin Book ReviewsI've got to say, this book has been a game-changer for me. What's the value for me?

For starters, this book opened my eyes to a whole new understanding of illness as an internal process. The author makes a compelling case that diseases don't just happen by chance or because of external factors – they're linked to our inner emotional and mental programs. Illness is a signal from our subconscious, a way of self-regulation and a path to self-discovery, not a punishment.

I love how the author motivates readers to take hope in recovery. He teaches us to relax, not fight the illness, but to understand and accept it. First, he shares his personal story of struggling with a serious illness, which sparked his professional journey. Then, he shares plenty of examples from his practice that show how our health can be 'reprogrammed'. This book helped me change my attitude towards my health, for sure.

What I appreciate most is the author's holistic view of humans and his refusal to take extremes. Unlike some authors who completely dismiss the role of traditional medicine, this author offers a comprehensive approach to treating each individual's condition. He doesn't tell us to ditch treatment, but to complement it with work on our emotional state. This helped me see myself as a whole and understand the root causes of my illnesses.

This book is packed with concrete examples. Tolokonin doesn't just give you theory – he shares his own real-life cases, healing texts, and techniques that can change your mindset and direct your body's energy towards recovery. He provides a clear plan to heal your body:

recognize the emotion → find its root → change your reaction.Even if you're already healthy, this is still super useful.

The book is written in a way that's accessible to a wide audience. It's easy to understand, even if you don't have a medical background.

There's hardly any woo-woo stuff in here. I'm not a fan of that in self-help books. Tolokonnikov explains everything clearly, mainly through psychology and physiology.

So, are there any downsides to the book?

The main downside is that it requires time and effort. Let me be clear – this isn't a book you can breeze through before bed. You need to take your time to digest the wealth of information Tolokonin shares. I actually found that refreshing. It feels like the author respects his readers and isn't trying to promise the world.

My personal experience: what changed for me after reading the book?

Tolokonin's book had a profound impact on me. Before I read it, I viewed my health issues in a completely different way. Now, I've learned to listen to my body's signals. For example, if my stomach starts hurting, I ask myself: 'What situation did I struggle to process recently?'

After reading this book, I gained a deeper understanding of how my emotions and thoughts impact my physical well-being. I've become more mindful of my inner world and I'm learning to shift my negative thought patterns to positive ones. Now I realize that health is all about harmony between body and soul. With this newfound understanding, I've become more patient with myself and those around me, and I'm learning to let go of resentments and fears, which has had a positive impact on my relationships and emotional state.

Who I'd recommend this book to?

I'd recommend it to:

people who are tired of treating symptoms without addressing the root causesdoctors and psychologists looking to expand their therapeutic approachanyone willing to take responsibility for their body and mind

This book doesn't promise overnight miracles, but it does offer a deeper understanding of how to work on yourself. I'd recommend it to anyone looking to understand their issues and find a path to health!

That's it.

This book by Artem Tolokonin has been a starting point for me in exploring the psychological causes of my illnesses. If you're looking for a way to harmonize your physical and emotional state, this book will help you do just that!

Thanks for reading!

If you have any additional questions about Artem Tolokonin's book, feel free to ask. I'd be happy to answer them! It's also interesting to read your reviews of Artem Tolokonin's book in the comments.

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