Doctor Bernard Lone was examining one patient with a sick heart. The patient had a lot of internal conflicts and was very reluctant to answer any questions. His wife was constantly running to smoke – there was a lot of smoking back then. The doctor asked his wife; is it possible to smoke so much and still have a husband with cardio disease? What a bad habit! And this wife burst into tears and shouted: “What’s the point of my smoking! That’s not the point! John always lies to you and does not say the main thing – he got sick because his mother constantly curses him, upsets him, scolds him… They call and mock him. And John can’t do anything because it’s his mother!”.
This conversation made a great impression on the doctor. From then on, he was more interested in studying the effects of internal conflict on a person’s health. He realized that severe internal strife could lead to physical illness and death.
He began to study patients. And he was astounded: one grandson’s son-in-law had dishonestly taken control of the firm, and his father-in-law was afraid to walk about the room – the son-in-law swore that he was stomping his feet… And this elderly gentleman developed a disability. Another patient, after a significant operation, recovered – but his mother cursed him because of money. The patient perished. There have been many occurrences like this.
Many studies have shown the link between chronic stress and physical health problems. When a person is in a state of chronic stress, their body is in a constant “fight or flight” mode. This means that the body is constantly releasing stress hormones, which can lead to various health problems over time. These include high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, anxiety, depression, and cancer.
So if you’re struggling with severe internal conflict, it’s essential to seek help from a therapist or counselor. They can help you learn how to manage your stress and conflict healthily. Otherwise, you may be putting your physical health at risk. Don’t wait until it’s too late – get help today.
