Joint Pain Treatment ~ Arthritis of Angry Bones?

There are millions of people who suffer from joint pain. Statistics are also revealing that it's no longer limited to the elderly. Children as young as 6 and 7 years of age are complaining of aching bones, something that is horribly disturbing. Top that with the fact that the medical community can't seem to figure out how or why it's happening, and you've got a recipe for impending disaster. How can it be that joint pain treatment is so low on the list of priorities?

More and more I hear people speak of their own experiences with such maladies. Each time I do, I wonder if they're fully aware of just how much they're contributing to this pain. Just recently, while at a large gathering, a woman walked up to introduce herself. She'd been told 'who' I was by a mutual friend and wanted to meet me. The moment she walked up to me she said, "Hi. I'm Norma. I hear you have arthritis too."

I was a little shocked by such an 'opening' remark. I turned to face this woman, looked in her eyes and saw that she was looking for a bond. One that would somehow ease her own pain. As gently as I could, I said, "I don't have arthritis. My bones are just angry with me right now."

Every person who was within ear-reach turned to look at me. Most of them had looks of amazement on their faces. A few others, including the woman who'd approached me, had another look: surprise. I suppose they'd never heard anyone use this sort of 'attitude' about a malady. In a few moments, laughter filled the room and someone said, "that's BRILLIANT!"

At this point all eyes were on me. I could tell they were waiting for elaboration. I began to share my thoughts on the words we use and how they affect our bodies. I told them that when we say things like "I have arthritis. I have cancer. I have chronic pain." we are taking ownership of something that we are NOT. And this is NOT the way to releasing said maladies. When we do this, when we say "I have....", we are growing whatever it is we "have". Same as when we say "I am...".

I have had my own experiences with joint pain for long enough to know that while there may not be much the 'doctors' can do, there are things WE can do to rid ourselves of such things. One of those methods is to have a little 'chat' with your body. As silly as that may sound, it's really quite effective. Think about it. If you walk around all day saying you're tired, then you stay tired all day long. If, on the other hand, you say "I'm well rested and ready to rock!", even if you're feeling tired you'll soon NOT be feeling tired. Why? Because your body absolutely responds to your thoughts. If you don't believe this, try it for yourself.

The point is, I have come to find that joint pain, or any other pain for that matter, is a result of some imbalance (as are most dis-eases). If you ask your joints what they want or need or are trying to tell you, you may find some very profound answers resonating through your head. If you will listen, and heed those messages, you may just find that you are fully capable of releasing your dis-ease and moving back to full wellness.

I do realize that there are those who may prefer the 'quick fix'. They want the pain to stop, and they want it to stop NOW. I understand. I've been there too. But the flip-side of that immediate gratification (or ease) is that it doesn't last. Next thing you know, you're popping pain meds all day long, every day. What kind of way is that to live?

Quieting your mind, silencing that monkey chatter that nags at you all day, and getting into a place of stillness is one of the very best things you can do for your body, for your mind, for your heart. It is in this place of quiet that the larger part of who you are will relay it's needs. It will tell you precisely what It needs to release this imbalance and allow your body to heal itself. And yes, your body is fully capable of doing just that. Your cells know what to do. Your job is to let them. Stop resisting and listen.

Yes. It works. Choose your words mindfully. Stop 'owning' these diagnoses you've been given. Treat yourself with as much love and kindness as you would a child. Be patient. Be aware. BE LOVE.

Joint pain can be treated without medication. And the very best treatment is to love your SELF.