Mind-Body Connection

noun the process of influencing one's own thoughts or behavior through self-suggestion

• The practice of autosuggestion involves repeating positive affirmations to oneself to influence the subconscious mind.
• I've been trying out autosuggestion to help me stay motivated during my workouts.
• Some people swear by autosuggestion as a way to boost their confidence.
• Using autosuggestion is like planting seeds of positivity in your mind.

noun a state of being free from tension and anxiety; a period of rest and refreshment

• The spa offers a variety of relaxation treatments for guests to enjoy.
• I like to unwind and relax with a good book after a long day.
• I'm just gonna chill and relax on the couch for a bit.
• Meditation is a form of mental relaxation that can help calm the mind.

noun the state or quality of being separate or distinct

• The concept of separateness is often discussed in the context of individual rights and responsibilities.
• I appreciate the separateness of our bedrooms in the new house.
• I can't stand the separateness between us, let's talk things out.
• The wall symbolizes the separateness between the two families.

noun acronym for 'Peripheral Nerve Injury'

• The study aimed to investigate the relationship between stress and PNI outcomes.
• I heard that PNI can have a big impact on your overall health.
• My friend swears by PNI techniques to help with anxiety.
• In a way, PNI acts as a bridge between psychology and physiology.

noun a childbirth technique that involves self-hypnosis and relaxation techniques to manage pain and anxiety during labor

• Hypnobirthing is a childbirth education technique that involves using relaxation, visualization, and self-hypnosis to help manage the pain and anxiety of labor.
• Have you heard about hypnobirthing? It's a method some women use to stay calm and relaxed during childbirth.
• I'm thinking about trying hypnobirthing for my next delivery to see if it helps with the pain.
• Using hypnobirthing techniques, she was able to 'hypnotize' herself into a state of calm and focus during labor.

noun a substance that helps the body adapt to stress and exert a normalizing effect upon bodily processes

• Adaptogens are a class of herbs that are believed to help the body adapt to stress and maintain balance.
• I've been taking adaptogens to help me feel more balanced and less stressed.
• These adaptogen herbs are like nature's chill pills.
• Using adaptogens is like giving your body a shield against the effects of stress.