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Reversing Chronic Stress and Strengthening Mind-Body Connection with Dr. Ellen Langer

Dec 18, 2023
Expert in mindfulness and its impact on health, Dr. Ellen Langer, talks about the concept of mindfulness and its immediate results for the body. She emphasizes the importance of being present and aware throughout the day for amazing results on overall health. Dr. Langer also discusses the influence of beliefs, thoughts, and attitudes on well-being, as well as the benefits of engaging in a mindful search for solutions to chronic diseases and stress.
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  • Mindfulness as a way of being in the present moment leads to improved health, better relationships, and enhanced memory.
  • The placebo effect and mind-body unity support the idea that changing perceptions and beliefs can promote healing and improve well-being.

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The Power of Mindfulness and Mind-Body Unity

Dr. Ellen Langer, a renowned expert in mindfulness, discusses the concept of mindfulness as a way of being in the present moment and noticing new things. She highlights the importance of recognizing uncertainty and multiple perspectives, which allows us to show up fully. Dr. Langer's research over 45 years demonstrates that being mindful leads to numerous benefits, including improved health, better relationships, and enhanced memory. She shares examples such as the counterclockwise study, where elderly men living as their younger selves experienced improvements in vision, hearing, and memory without medical intervention. Additionally, she reveals how our beliefs about aging and chronic illnesses can become self-fulfilling prophecies. By understanding the mind-body unity, we can exercise control over our health and well-being.

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