HOLISTIC HEALTH

Health is not the absence of physical illness. Health is not measured solely by the level at which our physical body functions. Holistic health includes our thoughts, occupation, relationships, philosophy of life, spiritual practices and more. Our holistic health is also affected by our self-esteem, our response to profound or traumatic experiences, memories, childhood experiences, behavior patterns, even superstitious beliefs. Health requires a conscious connection between the individual, other people and the greater universe.

Health is the ideal balance between all parts of our being and only by addressing the unique physical, mental/emotional, and spiritual aspects of each person can a greater level of healing be achieved. But health is much more than the sum of the individual parts. All these aspects are interdependent and interconnected and wellness depends on their integrity. If one of these aspects is out of balance it will affect all the other aspects. So holistic health is the whole human being and all aspects of that human being and in the words of the well-known author Caroline Myss “your biography becomes your biology”.

Appreciating your wholeness, what is truly unique about you, heightens your awareness and your ability to take care and support yourself appropriately. Do you realize that no one exactly like you has ever lived before, and no one exactly like you will ever exist again? To quote author Mechthild Scheffer “ Each of us is on a unique and unrepeatable journey through life, and our state of health at any time serves as an indicator of the point we have reached on this journey”. Therefore supporting yourself must also be tailored in a unique and creative way to fit your uniqueness.

Teresa Mazza considers herself a 'holistic therapist', practicing holistic health.  For a Montreal appointment with Teresa in English, French, or Italian call 514.482.4093.

Feel free to watch the video of Teresa being interviewed on television.