Human beings are comprised of muscles, tissues, endocrine, gastrointestinal, respiratory and cardiovascular systems, as well as multiple nervous systems. One of these nervous systems is the brain and spinal column, another is specific to the gastrointestinal system, and still another is the autonomic nervous system, which is responsible for modulating stress. There can be conscious control over all these nervous systems, which can influence bodily functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, digestive function, and muscle tension. Learning how to take control of your bodily functions can help with a wide variety of physical sensations and symptoms.

In addition, our emotional and spiritual sides are almost always challenged when illness emerges or re-emerges. Finding new ways to cope can improve quality of life, as well as decrease reactions such as anxiety and depression.