Organic Spa Magazine

The Love Response

It's no surprise that high levels of fear, anger, and stress can have a negative impact on our health; everything from blood pressure levels and insomnia to arthritis and GI problems have been linked to the biological effects of these emotions. But how can we best beat away all the negativity? With love, of course. In this engaging and user-friendly book, Dr. Eva Selhub-a senior physician at Massachusetts General Hospital and a clinical instructor at Harvard Medical School-details numerous ways to trigger a positive, more healthful response to common life situations, from walking in alone to a party to dealing with shame, jealousy, or anxiety. Along with techniques on achieving balance, Selhub (with co-writer Divina Infusino) talks about the importance of "letting go," and offers a plan for cultivating three types of love-social, self, and spiritual. Together, these uplifting emotions will encourage the body and mind to relax and strengthen, even in the face of stressors.