Emotional and Spiritual Aspects of Healing
Briefly

Psychological well-being, encompassing positive emotions, optimism, and life meaning, is intrinsically connected to physical health outcomes. Pain is defined not only through a physical lens but also incorporates psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions. The significance of emotional and spiritual aspects of healing is often overlooked in modern medicine, which primarily emphasizes pharmacological and surgical treatments. Abraham Verghese's novel, 'The Covenant of Water,' illustrates the intertwining of love, faith, and medicine while exploring these critical elements of disease and healing that impact overall health.
Psychological well-being, including positive emotions, optimism, and meaning, is linked to physical health.
Pain is not just a physical experience, but one that involves psychological, social, and spiritual aspects.
The mind-body connection is undeniable; studies confirm the link between psychological well-being and physical health, including longevity.
Abraham Verghese explores emotional and spiritual aspects of medicine in his novel, 'The Covenant of Water.'
Read at Psychology Today
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