sap from trees and plants, certain leaves from plants, berries and other fruits, roots and more formed the medicines that helped the sick.
Now, medication isn’t something to look down on. In fact, we are very lucky to have the sciences that we do today. To be able to make and consume medication that not only helps manage certain illnesses but cures them as well is such an amazing thing about the future. The reason why natural remedies excel when medication can not is because natural remedies are usually organic. Sometimes medication just doesn’t work and you have to incorporate natural antidotes.
Meditation 101: When, Where & How To Do It
4 Types Of Meditations To Try
When living with rheumatoid arthritis, there are different types of meditations that can help when you are suffering from an inflammation flare-up.
1. Yoga
This form of guided meditation is the perfect way to get started. You can use it in your morning and night routine. All it takes is for you to sit down in a comfortable position, and focus on your breathing. Inhale for 5 seconds and exhale for 8. Make sure to focus on your breathing while you’re practicing and if your mind wanders, simply place it back on your breathing.
2. Active Meditation
This is a form of meditation that doesn’t require complete silence and peace. This type of meditation can be done anywhere. Just focus on the present moment. If you try it in the shower, focus on the sound of the water or how the suds look.
3. Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
This is actually the most recommended form of meditation because you have to remain present. With this form, focus on what you’re feeling in the moment and change the way you describe it to yourself. If you feel pain in your feet, instead of complaining about how painful they are, acknowledge that there is pain and then let it go.
4. Transcendental Meditation
This type of meditation is what you think of when you hear the word meditation. You sit down in a comfortable position and silently repeat a phrase or saying for about 15-20 minutes. This helps ease and quiet your mind until you reach a level of silence. This takes a lot of practice and should be done twice a day for maximum results.
Your Mental Health Is the Real Key To Healing Your Arthritis
Your mind and body are interconnected meaning one can’t function without the other. When living with a sickness such as rheumatoid arthritis, finding what works for you and sticking with it is important. When you’re able to take care of your mind, you’re able to take care of your physical body as well. If medicine isn’t doing the trick, try using both medication and meditation.