White January: Toxic relationships can affect the body and mind

You are what you eat, but also a reflection of the relationships around you, whether they are toxic or not

We already know that routines and habits directly influence our physical (and mental) health. Nutrition, the quality of sleep and whether or not we practice physical activity have an impact on our body and mind. And, in this same context, there are interpersonal relationships. White January, in fact, is an opportunity to understand how toxic relationships can cause damage to the body.

“Having a healthy routine and maintaining toxic relationships can end up interfering with the well-being of the body and mind,” explains naturopath Fernanda Capobianco, author of the Holi U method and certified as an integrative nutrition coach and therapist by Landmark Worldwide and the Institute of Integrated Nutrition, both in New York (USA).

According to the expert we are nourished not only by food but also by our relationships. “Just as food nourishes our cells and our body or intoxicates and inflames, quality relationships also nourish our soul or, on the contrary, can energetically intoxicate and even cause damage to physical or mental health,” he warns.

Impact of toxic relationships

According to the expert, when you spend a lot of time with an abusive friend, partner or colleague, you may notice that the trauma remains in your body and mind over the years.

“The body absorbs the tensions of daily life in certain relationships and can cause digestion problems and even back problems. I have seen some people with dermatitis, stomach pain and even bruxism due to abusive relationships,” reveals the professional.

According to Fernanda there is no standard of behavior. After all, each person is unique and reacts differently within a toxic relationship. “It’s very common for people to be manipulated and take a while to notice the signs. And, when they do, they’re often afraid to do something,” she says.

Despite this, you cannot ignore the consequences a toxic relationship can have on your body and mind. “The damage to mental health that these relationships cause is manifold: such as lack of self-care, self-esteem, depression, among others,” warns the therapist.

Source: Terra

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