The body has two systems of protection. The immune system fights inner threats, and the "fight or flight" system protects from external threats. Stress only becomes a serious physical problem when it moves from temporary to persistent or is aggravated by negative, fear-driven thoughts and emotion. Research shows that fear triggers known and measurable physical and chemical responses, throwing the body into a frantic, sick state. 

Neck, shoulder, head, and back problems are exoskeletal and nervous system issues - structural issues. In the Bible they are related to the will, the "structure" that human life and existence are built on. When we willfully step out from under the protective, authoritative structure God has put into place, we often experience symptoms in these areas, such as migraines, muscle aches, back problems, and insomnia. Here's how to re-order the structure of your life by re-ordering your will.   

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Did you gain any insight through this episode on migraines, neck and back pain? On the complications and messes in your marriage and family?

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Heavenly Father, I ask that Your love flow upon me. May the Blood of Christ cover all wounds and restore all in me to wholeness and life. May the fire from Our Lady's heart now enter me and anoint everything with the Holy Spirit and blind Satan. May St. Joseph wrap me with blessings and peace, in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen + (Prayer for Inner Healing, Deliverance Prayers for the Laity, Fr. Ripperger)

What we discussed | Show Notes

Overview:

Minutes 00:12:00 – Fear and anxiety is now tied with obesity as the most likely predictor of mortality once someone enters the hospital. See sections: Abstract/Results and Results paragraph 3 

Minutes 12:01-24:00 –  Neck, shoulder, and back problems as rooted in authority issues

Minutes 24:01-36:00 – Hierarchy and authority in marriage and family

Minutes 36:01-48:00 – Handling problems with authority properly

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