Health is a deeply personal journey, and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. But when we view it through the lens of consciousness, we see that every experience, whether discomfort, illness, or pain, is an opportunity to grow and reconnect with ourselves.
I believe symptoms are not meant to draw all our attention to them; they are meant to draw all our attention to ourselves. Instead of seeing illness or suffering as problems to fix, we can view them as the body’s way of communicating. They are invitations to pause, reflect, and realign with our true selves.
The way we classify health and symptoms can also be inherently misleading. By giving these occurrences a name, we unintentionally turn them into “things”, concepts to believe in and cling to. In truth, everything that arises is just that: an occurrence. When we label and categorize these occurrences, we create conclusions about their nature without truly exploring them. These conclusions often solidify beliefs that may not reflect reality. The true nature of everything is consciousness, and all that unfolds within it are merely occurrences, impermanent expressions of life.
When we embrace this understanding and begin to flow with life rather than resist it, we create space to observe and learn from each situation. Each occurrence, no matter how challenging, has something to teach us. By letting go of the need to classify or cling to experiences we don’t want, we free ourselves from unnecessary suffering and allow life to unfold naturally.
Every person is a unique expression of consciousness, and our challenges are equally unique. What works for one person may not work for another, as each experience serves a specific purpose. Pain and discomfort often arise when we’re out of alignment, when we’re doing something that goes against our authenticity. The body responds by signaling us through symptoms, encouraging us to pay attention.
Sometimes these signals are subtle, a minor ache or fatigue, and other times they’re loud and unavoidable, like a serious illness or intense pain. Either way, they are not punishments but messages. For example, breaking a leg might force us to slow down and rest, while chronic pain can push us to examine areas of our life that need change or healing.
From my own life, I’ve experienced significant physical suffering, particularly in childhood. Initially, I resisted it, which only deepened the pain. Over time, I realized that this suffering was a call to turn inward. By focusing on the message behind the discomfort, I found alignment and transformation, not by fixing something broken, but by recognizing that nothing was ever broken to begin with.
This is a key understanding: Nothing is broken. Ever. Pain and illness are not signs of failure but opportunities for growth and self-awareness. The body’s language helps guide us closer to our authentic selves when we take the time to listen.
Healing is not about fixing; it’s about remembering our wholeness. Every challenge, no matter how difficult, carries the potential to guide us toward deeper alignment and peace. When we embrace this perspective, we can see every experience as a teacher and every moment as an opportunity for growth.