10 Myths About Energy Therapy
In a society where modern medicine is the norm and large pharmaceutical companies are growing even larger, holistic health techniques can easily be overshadowed or overlooked. In past years, subscribing to solutions that could be considered orthodox might have labeled you as somewhat different or out of the ordinary. However, times appear to be changing!
Although people have been using complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for thousands of years, research from institutions like the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) and the CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) shows that an increasing percentage of Americans are taking their personal health and well-being into their own hands with a more holistic and alternative approach. Statistics indicate that more than a third of the American population is looking for alternative ways to alleviate pain from chronic diseases, improve overall health, and reduce stress. People are turning to everything from fish oil and probiotics to deep breathing exercises and meditation in the hopes of feeling better and enhancing their quality of life.
One of the popular methods of complementary and alternative medicine is energy therapy.
Myth #1: There is No Science Behind Energy Therapy
One of the biggest myths about energy therapy is that there is no science behind it and that it is merely an excuse. However, this is definitely not the case. Leading institutions such as NCCAM and NCHS, along with the NIH's National Center for Complementary Health (NCCIH), have spent years conducting scientifically supported research on the potential efficacy, quality, and benefits of energy therapy. These studies have found that energy therapy can be used to strengthen the immune system, reduce pain, facilitate and accelerate healing.
Myth #2: Energy Therapy Requires Religiosity
Simply put, energy therapy is designed to activate the body's energy systems and remove any negative energy or blockages that could hinder self-healing. This process does not require belief in any specific religion. On the contrary, we believe that energy therapy is about trusting a greater power beyond oneself - it’s about balancing the energies within your body and mind, regardless of religion.
Myth #3: Energy Therapy Is Massage Therapy
Although massage therapy practitioners may use energy therapy techniques in their practices, energy therapy is not a massage. Some types of energy therapy involve the practitioner moving their hands over your body in a series of movements to help with the flow of energy. Other methods may include applying magnets to the body's meridians or performing muscle testing. These practices have nothing to do with physically manipulating your tissues or performing a massage.
Myth #4: You Must Use a Certified Practitioner
While using a certified practitioner can be beneficial, there are many ways to achieve energetic well-being on your own. For instance, if you decide to visit an energy practitioner, you can continue to nurture this positive energy by taking baths with Epsom or pink Himalayan salt, using positive affirmations, or practicing relaxation techniques. These methods are designed to show you how to reach your subconscious and eliminate stuck energies and other imbalances that may cause physical and emotional discomfort.
Myth #5: Energy Therapy Drains Your Own Energy
A common myth is that an energy practitioner can transfer energy from your body, leaving you feeling depleted. Instead, our premise is that energy practitioners strive to eliminate energetic imbalances to create better balance and make you feel better rather than depleted. You may feel temporary discomfort after an energy therapy session due to processing (such as heightened emotions or lethargy), but we believe the outcome is worth it.
Myth #6: Energy Therapy Is a New and Modern Practice
Energy therapy has been around for thousands of years. Long before the emergence of Western medicine, many people would turn to local healers or shamans to maintain or improve their health. These primitive practitioners used a variety of techniques to align their patients' energies and enhance the body's own healing abilities. Even today, traditional Chinese medicine incorporates and relies on the use of chakras, channels, and meridians to influence health and well-being.
Myth #7: Energy Therapy Is Outdated and Obsolete
Alternatively, you might have heard things like, "Sure, energy therapy may go back to the dawn of human existence, but that doesn’t mean people still use it today." However, the percentage of individuals participating in energy therapy and other holistic practices continues to increase every year. According to the studies referenced above, an increasing number of American adults (more than a third) are turning to solutions outside of Western medicine for health and healing.
Myth #8: Energy Therapy Will Turn You Into a Hippie
So you don’t have to be religious, you don’t have to be professional, and you don’t have to be old-fashioned to practice energy therapy. Energy therapy is a proven and effective way to enhance health and happiness. It has been adopted by people from various backgrounds and belief systems. There is no specific "type of person" you need to be to use energy therapy, and it does not change who you are. However, it can open you up to experiencing more love, connection, and joy!
Myth #9: You Need Special Energy Therapy "Powers"
Anyone can be an energy practitioner. The most important thing is that you have the desire to help others. As long as you have this desire and trust your own belief that the mind, body, and spirit are interconnected, we believe you can be an energy practitioner and help others find balance.
Myth #10: Energy Therapy Replaces Traditional Medicine
While energy therapy is powerful, it is most effective as a complementary approach to traditional medicine. It is always a good idea to speak with your doctor for serious health issues! While energy therapy can be used alongside medical treatment, it is important to understand that it does not replace professional medical care. It should complement, not replace, traditional health practices.
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