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Listen to Your Body

Listen to Your Body

Your Best Friend on Earth
by Lise Bourbeau
3.93
500+ ratings
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Key Takeaways

1. Embrace Universal Love and Faith as Life's Fundamental Truths

Remember that the earth itself is a living entity. In Quantum Theory, we are tied to the earth and to each other on a cellular level.

Universal interconnectedness. We are all manifestations of Universal Energy, interconnected with each other and the earth itself. Our sole purpose is our "soul purpose" – to grow individually and collectively. By taking personal responsibility for our spiritual growth, we contribute to the growth of others and the harmony of our planet.

Love and faith. These are the fundamental truths in every religion. Unconditional love for ourselves and others is the light that keeps our vision clear, allowing us to see our path in life. Faith is an unshakable trust in the presence of a higher power within ourselves. When we have faith, we trust in knowledge that is not limited by our own belief system.

2. Take Responsibility for Your Life and Emotions

EACH OF US IS FUNDAMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR HIS/HER OWN EVOLUTION: thereby each of us is responsible for the outcome of our own "soul purpose".

Personal accountability. We are responsible for our lives from before we were born. We chose our parents, family life, and even the country in which we were born. Understanding this empowers us to take control of our lives and create the reality we desire.

Emotional ownership. Our emotions are never caused by someone else. We are solely responsible for our emotional reactions. By accepting responsibility for our emotions, we can diffuse situations that previously caused us to react emotionally. This leads to better relationships and personal growth.

  • Practice expressing emotions clearly and concisely to the person concerned
  • Accept responsibility for your reaction before expressing yourself
  • Understand that others' actions are often a reflection of your own attitude

3. Listen to Your Body's Wisdom

LISTEN TO YOUR BODY! Before going to bed, ask yourself if you really feel sleepy.

Body intelligence. Our bodies have an innate wisdom that knows exactly what we need. We must learn to trust and listen to our bodies' signals for hunger, sleep, and health. By doing so, we can maintain optimal physical and mental well-being.

Disease as communication. Every illness is a signal sent by your body to indicate that something in your thinking or behavior is going against the Universal Law of Love. Instead of blaming nature or being angry when you become ill, be open to the message your body is giving you.

  • Pay attention to physical discomforts and their potential metaphysical meanings
  • Ask your superconscious mind for guidance in understanding bodily messages
  • Take action to address the root cause of physical symptoms

4. Master Your Mind and Overcome False Beliefs

What can you determine from your current eating patterns? Do you drink or eat out of boredom, to kill time, to soothe or reward yourself - or do you often find that you are eating for emotional gratification?

Conscious living. Most people live 90% unconsciously, unaware of their thoughts, feelings, and actions. By becoming more conscious of our habits and beliefs, we can take control of our lives and create positive change.

Challenging false masters. Many external influences can become false masters in our lives, such as the news, material possessions, organized religions, and even our own egos. Identify these false masters and free yourself from their control to become the true master of your life.

  • Question your habits and beliefs regularly
  • Examine the influence of external factors on your decisions
  • Cultivate a strong sense of self-worth independent of material possessions or others' opinions

5. Express Emotions Healthily to Achieve Balance

UNEXPRESSED EMOTIONS SIT IN THE CELLS OF THE BODY AND ALTER THE BODY CHEMISTRY.

Emotional release. Properly expressing and dealing with emotions is crucial for maintaining physical and mental health. Repressing or ignoring emotions can lead to obesity, disease, and altered body chemistry.

Three-step process. To express emotions healthily:

  1. Identify the emotion clearly
  2. Accept responsibility for your response
  3. Express yourself clearly and concisely to the person concerned
  • Practice this process regularly to master your emotions
  • Be aware of emotional eating patterns and address underlying causes
  • Understand that mastering emotions requires commitment and perseverance

6. Conquer Fear and Guilt Through Self-Awareness

FEAR IS NOT RATIONAL. Trying to overcome it rationally will not work. THE ONLY WAY TO DEAL WITH FEAR IS THROUGH DIRECT ACTION.

Understanding fear. Fear is generated in the mind and is highly individual. Most fears are not based on actual danger but on programming or imprinting from childhood. By becoming conscious of our fears, we can diffuse the energy that would otherwise manifest them in reality.

Overcoming guilt. Distinguish between "feeling" guilty and "being" guilty. Most people are not actually guilty of intentionally harming others. By understanding and accepting our innate inner perfection, we can free ourselves from unnecessary guilt.

  • Face fears through small, daily victories
  • Express fears to others to help diffuse them
  • Ask for forgiveness when truly guilty, but avoid unnecessary guilt

7. Nurture Your Physical, Mental, and Emotional Needs

The more nourishment you give to your emotional body, the closer you will get to mastering your emotions.

Holistic well-being. To maintain optimal health, we must nurture our physical, mental, and emotional needs. This includes respecting the six essential needs of the physical body: breathing, ingestion, digestion, elimination, exploration, and exercise.

Emotional essentials. The seven fundamental needs of the emotional body, in order of importance, are:

  1. Beauty
  2. Love
  3. Peace
  4. Joy
  5. Hope
  6. Enthusiasm
  7. Passion
  • Surround yourself with beauty in nature and your environment
  • Practice conscious breathing and proper nutrition
  • Cultivate relationships and activities that fulfill your emotional needs

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Review Summary

3.93 out of 5
Average of 500+ ratings from Goodreads and Amazon.

Listen to Your Body receives mixed reviews. Many readers praise its insights on self-love, personal growth, and understanding the mind-body connection. They appreciate the practical exercises and find the book transformative. However, some criticize its pseudoscientific claims, abstract concepts, and occasionally judgmental tone. Readers' opinions vary on the book's spiritual aspects, with some finding them helpful and others dismissing them as nonsensical. The book's approach to responsibility and self-awareness is generally well-received, though some find certain examples and ideas controversial or difficult to accept.

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About the Author

Lise Bourbeau is a Canadian author and speaker known for her work in personal development and psychosomatic healing. She founded Listen to Your Body, an international school dedicated to personal growth. Bourbeau's writing focuses on the connection between emotional well-being and physical health, emphasizing self-love and personal responsibility. Her best-known works include "Listen to Your Body" and "The Five Wounds That Prevent You From Being Yourself." Bourbeau's approach combines spiritual concepts with practical advice, aiming to help readers understand themselves better and improve their lives. Her books have been translated into numerous languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide, establishing her as a prominent figure in the self-help genre.

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