healing: you can make your own body heal

2025/1/17 Edited to

... Read moreHealing is a complex yet rewarding journey that involves emotional, mental, and physical aspects. While some might think of healing as merely fixing a wound or recovering from an illness, it involves much more. It is about understanding oneself, fostering patience, and allowing natural rhythms to guide your body back to wellness. Music has been scientifically proven to have therapeutic effects on the mind and body. It can elevate your mood, reduce stress, and help create a positive environment conducive to healing. Research shows that listening to soothing music can lower anxiety levels and improve overall emotional health. Moreover, incorporating practices such as mindfulness and meditation can further enhance your healing process. Mindfulness encourages you to stay grounded in the present, which is crucial when dealing with pain or emotional turmoil. This practice helps cultivate awareness of thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations, allowing you to face them without judgment. Ultimately, embracing the healing process requires self-compassion. When faced with challenges, remind yourself to be gentle and patient. You are on a journey that deserves respect and acknowledgment. Surround yourself with positivity and support, and don't hesitate to explore various healing modalities, whether it's through art, physical activities, or healing therapies. Together, these practices can aid in creating a balanced, holistic approach to healing your body and spirit.

Related posts

A vibrant red Tropical Hydration Juice is being poured into a glass jar. The recipe includes 1 lemon, 6oz strawberries, 8oz coconut water, and 3 cucumbers, promoting hydration and flavor.
Juice Recipes That Heal & Hydrate 🧃💧🍍
Sip your way to glow mode ✨🍓 From tropical hydration to iron-boosting blends, these fresh juice recipes are packed with nutrients, flavor, and real body love. 💪🏽💛 🥥 Coconut water for hydration 🍋 Lemon + ginger for digestion 🍎 Apples & beets for energy 🍍 Pineapple for anti-inflammatory ben
NeeNee💖

NeeNee💖

11.7K likes

A grocery store produce aisle with an overlay text that reads "A Gut-Friendly Grocery List Reset, Debloat, Slim." A pink stomach icon and a receipt icon are also present.
Text explaining what causes bloating, including gas accumulation, and common culprits like dairy products, cruciferous vegetables, onions, and garlic. A pink illustration of intestines is shown.
A list of gut-friendly fruits including bananas, watermelon, and avocado. A graphic compares 'Bloated' (fullness, gassy) and 'Belly Fat' (visceral fat, painless) with corresponding icons.
Bloat-Reducing Foods to Reset and Heal Your Gut✨✨
Maintaining a bloat-free stomach and a healthy gut is essential for overall health and well-being. Bloating, gas, and discomfort are common complaints that often stem from the foods we consume. This guide will explore what causes bloating, the impact of processed ingredients, the best choices f
Chalie_Baker

Chalie_Baker

12.4K likes

A stack of self-help books with the overlay text "self-help books highly recommended for women." A white dotted outline surrounds the books, and a curved arrow points right.
The book "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk, recommended for healing from any trauma. The cover features a blue background with a black silhouette figure.
The book "It Didn't Start with You" by Mark Wolynn, recommended for healing from family-related trauma. The cover shows two face silhouettes and a DNA helix.
Best Healing Self-Help Books for Women📚✨
✨ To all women who are in need of self-help & self-discovery, these are the best books to support your healing journey. ✨ 1️⃣The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk 💭Summary: Explores how trauma impacts the body and brain, offering insights into treatments that can help survivors he
irianna

irianna

9788 likes

A book titled "Pussy: A Reclamation" by Regena Thomashauer, a New York Times Bestseller, is shown on a textured surface, highlighted as a healing book for women.
A hand holds a book titled "This Is How You Heal" by Brianna Wiest, presented as a collection from the bestselling author, in a bookstore setting.
A hand holds the book "Think and Grow Rich for Women" by Sharon Lechter, authorized by the Napoleon Hill Foundation, focusing on success and significance for women.
Best Healing Self-Help Books for Women 5. 📚
To all women who are in need of self-help & self-discovery, these are the best books to support your healing journey. 1 The Body Keeps the Scoreª by Bessel van der Kolk Summary: Explores how trauma impacts the body and brain, offering insights into treatments that can help survivors heal. O
Nasia💋

Nasia💋

1176 likes

A hand holds a cup of mango Greek yogurt topped with sliced peaches and whipped cream. The image features the title "HOW TO HEAL HIGH CORTISOL IN WOMEN" in pink text, with a wooden background.
A person lies on a dark couch, with text overlays listing three ways to heal high cortisol: intense exercise, working on shame and self-doubt, and eating cortisol-reducing foods.
A person is shown in a dimly lit setting, with text overlays listing three methods to heal high cortisol: good self-care routines, getting morning sunlight, and priming the body and mind for sleep.
how to heal high cortisol in women
high cortisol (the stress hormone) can leave you stuck in a state of constant anxiety. try these lifestyle changes for a calmer, grounded, healthier life and mindset! #lemon8partner #safespace #highcortisol #cortisolhealing #stresshealing
alexa vicktoria

alexa vicktoria

985 likes

A close-up of a person's face with text overlay "how to heal acne scars" and "swipe for answers," indicating a guide on treating acne scars.
Text describing acne scars and Vitamin C as a solution, with a red dropper bottle of niacinamide serum on a white textured background.
Text boxes detailing Niacinamide, Retinoids, Glycolic Acid, and Sunscreen as solutions for acne scars, with a partial view of a red dropper bottle.
How to Heal Acne Scars: Skincare Solutions
🌟 Acne Scars - Description: Acne scars are a common aftermath of severe or inflamed acne, caused by the body's attempt to repair the skin by producing collagen. These scars can appear as dark spots, indentations, or raised areas on the skin. ✨ Solution: - Vitamin C: This powerful antioxi
anika🍒

anika🍒

3917 likes

Heal Your Core Safely After C-Section — The Secret
These exercises help post-C-section and with DR because they: • Strengthen deep core muscles safely without straining the incision. • Gently bring abdominal muscles together, helping close diastasis recti. • Restore core function, improving posture, lifting, and daily movement. • Support he
Jas | Postpartum Recovery

Jas | Postpartum Recovery

2121 likes

A pitcher of reddish-brown healing lemonade with a lemon emoji, set against a blurred kitchen background. The text overlay reads 'HEALING LEMONADE'.
Ingredients for healing lemonade: a pitcher of lemonade, a bottle of agave nectar, a jar of dried herbs, and two lemons. Text labels each item.
A glass jar filled with dried herbs, including ginger, nettles, moringa, hibiscus, spearmint, dandelion, and cinnamon sticks, listed as text overlay.

Big Mama’s Healing Lemonade 🍋✨
🍋Hey Baes, healing ain’t gotta be boring and nasty. I don’t sip on no dusty-ass bitter tea like I’m being punished. 🍋I made my own lemonade that HELPS my body AND actually slaps. 🍋Here’s what I brew: • Moringa (boosts vitamins, fights inflammation) • Hibiscus (lowers blood pressure, fruity
Rissa Monaé

Rissa Monaé

5069 likes

A book titled "THIS is HOW you HEAL" by Brianna Wiest, with the word "LEARN..." overlaid, suggesting a journey of self-discovery and healing.
A comprehensive guide to self-healing, detailing physical, emotional, mental, spiritual, and personal development aspects with accompanying small images.
An infographic illustrating various aspects of self-healing, including physical, emotional, mental, spiritual, personal development, and social healing, each with descriptive text and icons.
How To Heal & Restart🎧
Life comes in seasons. And life changes. Everyone goes through transitions. Change is inevitable. It often causes us to examine our values or re-evaluate our priorities. And sometimes, it leads us to this question: What should I do with my life? Should I start over in life? Where do I go from here?
Angelina

Angelina

347 likes

HOW TO HEAL YOUR GUT🍋
Hey babes. It’s been a minute! If you’ve been trying to heal your gut, this post is for you! Your gut is your SECOND brain. What i mean by that is that it controls lots of functions in your body. Are you bloated? Check your GUT. Are you feeling mentally drained in any way? Check your GUT. Is yo
Brittany Angelé

Brittany Angelé

2563 likes

DO THIS 1 MONTH CHALLENGE TO HEAL YOUR GUT! 🍵✨
Besties, it’s time to take care of that gut and get ready for your ultimate glow-up! 💖 This 1-month gut healing challenge is all about resetting your digestive system, boosting your energy, and reaching those body goals. And to keep you motivated? We’ve got a points system that’s fun, competitive,
Lushie Club 💖

Lushie Club 💖

1627 likes

A window view at sunset or sunrise, with warm light. The text 'PRAYER HEAL SEXUAL ENERGY' is overlaid in white and pink, reflecting the article's theme of spiritual healing and self-love. A Lemon8 watermark is visible.
PRAYER | HEAL SEXUAL ENERGY 🌹🩷🧸
🩷🧸💌 I know some people might get the wrong idea with this post, and if that happens I want you to read through and take what resonates, leave what doesn’t. 🌹I am a Woman of Prayer, and my main goal in life is to connect deeper to GOD. I have found that I connect to GOD through divine, sexual unio
StephanieZ

StephanieZ

8021 likes

Hobbies for Girls Who Are Healing🫶🏼✨
✨ Hobbies for Girls Who Are Healing, Growing, & Glowing ✨ If you’re in your soft girl era, trying to love yourself a little more every day, these hobbies might be just what your soul needs 💕🌱 📚 Journaling – Let your thoughts breathe. Reflect, release, and grow. 🎨 Creative Arts – Paint, draw,
🩷 BLOOMINGBEAUTYBABES 🩷

🩷 BLOOMINGBEAUTYBABES 🩷

3059 likes

A person with raised arms in a dimly lit setting, with text overlay reading "A PRAYER FOR: PEACE & HEALING" and "letting go with grace." The Lemon8 logo and username are at the bottom.
A prayer text on a dark background, starting with "Dear God," and asking for strength to let go of what is not meant to be. The Lemon8 logo and username are at the bottom.
A black and white image showing a laptop displaying a "time w God" playlist, an open book, and wireless earbuds, suggesting a moment of spiritual reflection. The Lemon8 logo and username are at the bottom.
Letting go w/ Grace: A Prayer for Peace and Heal 🩷
Sometimes, the hardest battles we fight are with our own hearts and minds. 🌿 This prayer is for anyone who’s ever held on too tightly to things not meant for them, or longed for people who were never meant to stay. 🙏🏽 It’s a reminder that some things are out of our control, and we must trust in God
J. LORRAINE

J. LORRAINE

2805 likes

7 Journal Entries For Your Healing Era ✨
I made these because sometimes we move through life so fast we don’t even realize what we’re carrying. These aren’t prompts to fix yourself. They’re prompts to understand yourself. For the girl who keeps saying she’s fine. For the girl trying to heal, grow, romanticize her life, find hersel
Bree | Faithfully Yours 🤍

Bree | Faithfully Yours 🤍

138 likes

Books That Heal Your Heart & Mind
✨ Healing isn’t linear, but these books helped me feel seen, soft, and strong again. If you’re on your own journey, start here 💗📚 #healingbooks #selfcarejourney #softgirlera #blackgirlreads #mentalwellness
shakamree lacole💗

shakamree lacole💗

33 likes

HOW TO HEAL YOUR GUT🍋
It’s time to heal. No this is not an overnight process but it’s definitely worth it! For years I’ve been dealing with serve bloating. I honestly looked prego LOL. I workout consistently so i knew it was something deeper. I started to actually realize that what I was putting into my body 24/7 was
Brittany Angelé

Brittany Angelé

10.1K likes

A graphic titled 'Things I No Longer Apologize For' lists self-care actions like resting, protecting peace, and moving at one's own pace. It features a candle, coffee mug, books on growth, a sunflower, and a notebook with a message about self-pride and future excitement, all emphasizing a healing journey.
Things I No Longer Apologize For 🤎✨ | A Healing Journey
Healing taught me that some things were never mine to apologize for in the first place. I no longer apologize for resting when my body needs it. I no longer apologize for protecting my peace. I no longer apologize for moving at my own pace. Chronic illness, faith, and life have taught me th
Cooking Through Pain 🩹

Cooking Through Pain 🩹

754 likes

Best Healing Herbs For Your Body
Your body knows how to heal — you just need to give it the right herbs. These powerful plants help balance hormones, boost circulation, and strengthen your immune system naturally. Many of them are also herbs that detoxify the body, flushing out toxins and restoring energy. Start adding them to y
superfoodsavvy

superfoodsavvy

58 likes

A black and white image of a woman looking down, with text overlay "5 SIGNS your soul is begging for a reset".
A black and white image of a woman in a white tank top and ripped jeans, with text "01. you have a PERSISTENT ILLNESS no matter how many remedies you try or doctors you see".
A woman in a sequined crop top and light skirt, looking down, with text "02. you feel DISCONNECTED or detached, as though you're sleepwalking through life (mentally & physically)".
How to Heal your Soul✨
Sometimes we can feel the same way for so long, it starts to feel normal. It can become so familiar that we repress the feeling deep down that we should do something about it. The process of healing can seem much scarier than it actually is; remember, there is hope for healing as long as you are wi
Karley Rogers

Karley Rogers

661 likes

Healing tools to process trauma
Healing from trauma doesn’t always mean you have to relive the pain. In fact, finding gentle ways to process trauma can allow you to move forward without re-triggering old wounds. It’s about honoring your healing journey while prioritizing emotional safety. Processing trauma in this way is crucia
Logan Dawson

Logan Dawson

451 likes

naturally healing with yoni streaming ✨
benefits of yoni streaming for vaginal health 🫶🏻 yoni streaming aka vaginally steaming is an ancient alternative health practice that involves sitting over a pot of hot, herb-infused water! The potential benefits of yoni steaming include: 🤍 relief from menstrual discomfort 🤍 promotes re
rachel

rachel

1694 likes

A hand holds the book 'What It Takes to Heal' by Prentis Hemphill. The cover features the title in black text with a yellow sunburst design, and the subtitle 'How Transforming Ourselves Can Change The World'.
What it takes to heal book 🌸
What It Takes to Heal asserts that the principles of embodiment—the recognition of our body’s sensations and habits, and the beliefs that inform them—are critical to lasting healing and change. The author shows us how to heal our bodies, minds, and souls—to develop the interpersonal skills neces
Daily Dose of Inspo

Daily Dose of Inspo

88 likes

A dark blue graphic with "2024 Reads" and "To retrain your brain and heal yourself!" text, featuring a stacked books icon. Bookshelves are visible in the background.
A hand holds "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D., a book about healing trauma, against a blurred bookshelf background.
A hand holds "Atomic Habits" by James Clear, a book about building good habits, with a light-colored cover and gold text.
✨Books for healing and retraining your brain✨
6 books to read if you’re looking to retrain your brain, heal your traumas, and grow spirituality this year 💖💜 #lemon8bookclub #books #booksoflemon8 #spirituality #lifestyle #mentalhealth #mindset #healingjourney #healingbooks #book
Lsdiva

Lsdiva

12 likes

Do’s and Don’t Movements To Healing Your Core
Dos & Don’ts for Healing Your DR & Core Postpartum 💡 Why it’s important: Your core is more than just “abs” — it’s your body’s powerhouse. A weak or unhealed core after pregnancy can lead to back pain, poor posture, a stubborn “mom pooch,” and even pelvic floor issues. Healing it means
Jas | Postpartum Recovery

Jas | Postpartum Recovery

112 likes

✨ Your hands hold the key to healing 👐💫
✨ Your hands hold the key to healing 👐💫 With just a gentle press, you can release bloating, relax your body, ease digestion, and even fall asleep faster 🌙🌿 Try these 4 simple acupressure points and feel the difference 💆‍♀️✨ 🌿 “Your body already knows how to heal — sometimes it just needs a
Roxy 💞

Roxy 💞

1949 likes

Journal Prompts for Your Healing Journey🌸✨🫶🥰
✨ Heal from the inside out ✨ I’ve been doing a lot of inner work lately, and these journal prompts are helping me slow down, breathe, and connect with the parts of myself I’ve ignored for too long. 💛🍋 If you’re on your own healing journey, save these and take it one page at a time. You deserve to
Alissaaa515

Alissaaa515

100 likes

HOW TO HEAL!
Hey loves, let’s spill the tea on healing. Sometimes, those who hurt us might never apologize. They might be stuck in their own drama and can't see the damage they've caused. But guess what? You can heal anyway. 💖 Acknowledge the Hurt + Recognize the pain and understand that your feelin
Lushie Club 💖

Lushie Club 💖

244 likes

Habits of a girl healing her metabolism pt 1.
I believe that the biggest piece of healing your metabolism is learning to shift from a state of stress and hyperarousal to a calm and regulated state. Little habits that we have can contribute to overall regulating your nervous system and helping reduce the stress on your body, therefore helpi
Sara Hobbes

Sara Hobbes

433 likes

Heal Your Core First — (Lower Abs & Core)
If you’re struggling with that stubborn lower belly pooch, overhang, or just feeling disconnected from your core after having a baby… you’re not alone. The lower abs are one of the LAST areas to recover postpartum — but with the right gentle, deep-core moves, you can tighten, strengthen, and retrai
Jas | Postpartum Recovery

Jas | Postpartum Recovery

220 likes

Ready to Heal Your Gut in 30 Days? 🌱✨
A healthy gut is key to overall wellness, and here’s how you can start healing with simple, daily steps! 💚 Healing your gut doesn’t happen overnight, but these small, daily habits can make a BIG difference over time. 💫 Trust the process, listen to your body, and embrace the journey of living abu
Belle Grubb

Belle Grubb

28 likes

HEALING ✨ LEARNING ✨JOURNALING
We all have things that have hurt us at some point in our lives. Some worse than others. Part of our journey through life needs to be spent learning our triggers, healing our traumas, and gaining a better understand of the person we have become in light of these situations. Heal your inner most wou
Lexinks

Lexinks

371 likes

Natural Relief with Healing Plants 🪻✨
Struggling with insomnia, stress, inflammation, or digestion issues? Nature has a remedy! This simple guide shows which plants can help soothe your body and mind no pills needed. From calming lavender and valerian for anxiety and sleep, to ginger and turmeric for inflammation, these herbal he
Jaydalee

Jaydalee

987 likes

I can heal your pain, restore you!
When you find someone that is damaged you heal them through the power of Life, nurture and grant what was being withheld from them. Healing can take time, but with the right medication and correct amount of care even the most damaged people can be healed within a very moment. Love is A powerful
EverlastingMemories

EverlastingMemories

83 likes

How to heal your relationship with yourself ❤️‍🩹
#growth #healing #healingjourney #relationship #selfcare #selfimprovement #relatable
Nicole | YT & IG: theiconnic

Nicole | YT & IG: theiconnic

17 likes

A meal prep layout showing three containers labeled Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, with text indicating "THIS WEEK'S MEAL PREP For better gut health and muscle growth."
Three meal prep containers with nutritional information: Breakfast (355 cal, 41.4g Protein), Lunch (540 cal, 42.4g Protein), and Dinner (435 cal, 32g Protein), highlighting meals are high in protein, fiber, and micronutrients.
Three meal prep containers, with text indicating the breakfast meal is "Cooked in the morning" and the lunch and dinner meals are "Meal prepped beginning of week."
Gut healing, HIGH protein meals 🤍
For my girlies who are on the same journey to heal their digestive issues and gut health while still continuing to not only maintain but BUILD muscle, I have the perfect weekly plan for you 🫶🏽 Lately, I’ve struggled with having such a big appetite because I’d eat all the time and it would knock
Neris 🧚🏽‍♀️

Neris 🧚🏽‍♀️

604 likes

A hand holds a tablet displaying the cover of 'The Body Keeps the Score' by Bessel van der Kolk, with text overlay 'BOOKS THAT FEEL LIKE free THERAPY'.
A hand holds a tablet showing 'The Body Keeps the Score' book cover. Text describes how the book explores trauma's effect on mind and body, and highlights innovative healing treatments.
A hand holds a tablet displaying the cover of 'What Happened to You?' by Oprah Winfrey and Bruce D. Perry. Text describes how the book examines trauma and adverse experiences.
in my healing girl era + app recommendation
synopsis: "the body keeps the score" by dr. bessel van der kolk examines how trauma affects both the mind and body, influencing our overall health and behavior. integrating scientific research with clinical experience, van der kolk highlights innovative treatments and therapies to help i
E D E N ◡̈

E D E N ◡̈

844 likes

A title slide featuring the text "HEALING QUOTES that altered my brain chemistry" in white, set against a vibrant orange and white cloudy sky background. The Lemon8 logo and username are visible at the bottom.
A quote by Louise Hay, "When you change your thoughts, you change your destiny," displayed on a light textured background. A text box below explains the quote's impact on controlling thoughts and feelings, with a "Swipe next" arrow.
A Japanese Proverb, "Fall seven times, stand up eight," presented on a light textured background. A text box below explains that strength comes from getting back up after struggles, with a "Swipe next" arrow.
Healing quotes that altered my brain chemistry
Words can be powerful healers. When we read or hear quotes that resonate with us, they can shift our perspective and help us to see the world in a new light. For me, there are a few healing quotes that have had a profound impact on my brain chemistry and helped me to transform my life. One o
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

2211 likes

Top 9 Reads For Girls on Their Healing Journey
Top 9 Reads for Girls on Their Healing Journey 1. Brown Girl Meditation by Kimberly Fisher – A beautifully crafted guide to mindfulness and meditation, tailored for the unique experiences of Black women and girls. 2. Spiritual Self-Care for Black Women – A powerful book offering actionable se
CieraSicelia

CieraSicelia

15 likes

📚 For growth, self development, and healing 🌱✨❤️‍🩹
If you’re ready for a shift in mindset, perspective, or life itself, these five books are exactly what you need: 1. The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle A must-read for anyone struggling with anxious thoughts or constantly worrying about the future. This book taught me how to live fully i
Precious

Precious

129 likes

🌱Best Book in 2025 for Self-Healing
🌱 Healing from Within You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay is a must-read for anyone feeling stuck in negativity, self-doubt, or emotional pain. A global bestseller, it explores how thoughts shape reality and how self-love can heal both mind and body. Perfect for anyone ready to break free. 9/10.
Noelle

Noelle

26 likes

See more