The Unity of Mind and Body – Causes of Psychosomatic Disorders

I. INTRODUCTION: DO YOU THINK THE BODY DOESN’T SPEAK?
Sometimes, our body doesn’t speak—but it gives us the clearest message. Our hands trembling, our throat tightening, our chest constricting, our stomach aching... Do you think these are just physical symptoms? Or perhaps the soul desperately trying to express itself?

The mind and body are never separate. Even if we don’t speak, our thoughts and emotions are reflected in our body. In this article, we’ll explore the mysterious layers of psychosomatic events, their causes, and how life’s silent traces are transferred to the body.

II. WHAT IS PSYCHOSOMATICS?
The word “psychosomatic” consists of two parts: psyche (mind, soul) and soma (body). That is, the effect of the mind on the body. This field shows that the causes of physical illnesses are not only biological but also psychological.

For example:

• Long-term depression → gastrointestinal disorders

• Suppressed anger and guilt → high blood pressure, heart issues

• Fear and trauma → shortness of breath, panic attacks, skin problems

III. THE BODY’S LANGUAGE: INVISIBLE SIGNALS
The body uses its own language to convey mental states. This language appears through:
Pain, tension, allergies, inflammation, recurring infections, skin rashes, digestive issues, etc.

Example:
A young woman named Aytaj reports a frequent lump in her throat and trembling voice. Doctors find no organic cause. During a deep conversation, it is revealed that she is suffocating in years of unspoken emotions and unsaid words.

IV. COMMON EXAMPLES OF PSYCHOSOMATIC ILLNESSES

1. Gastrointestinal disorders (Gastritis, IBS, ulcers)
   – Stress increases stomach acid. Tension sends the body a “stay alert” signal.

2. Skin problems (eczema, psoriasis, rashes)
   – The skin is the body's first contact with the world. Trauma and fear lead to a desire to avoid touch.

3. Asthma and shortness of breath
   – Fear, pressure, and inability to express emotions restrict breathing.

4. High blood pressure and heart palpitations
   – Repressed emotions and control issues create internal explosions.

5. Migraines and headaches
   – Perfectionists, overthinkers, and those in inner conflict get messages from their brains through pain.

V. WHY DOES THE BODY NOT REMAIN SILENT?
Because the body remembers!
– The mind may forget, but the body never does. The traces of past traumas remain in the body as “memory.”

Traumas leave marks in the body:
Insults, neglect, physical or emotional abuse in childhood are recorded as danger signals. Even in ordinary situations later in life, the body recalls this trauma and responds with fear.

VI. THE ENERGY OF THOUGHTS: DEEP IMPACTS

• “I am not enough” – The effect of self-worth on the body:
  This thought keeps a person in constant tension, defense mode, trying to prove themselves → muscle tension, chronic pain.

• “I can’t say this” – The power of a silenced voice:
  Blocked emotions, especially anger and sorrow, turn into knots in the body when not expressed.

VII. HOW DO PSYCHOLOGY AND NEUROSCIENCE EXPLAIN THIS CONNECTION?

• The role of neurotransmitters:
  Substances like serotonin, dopamine, and cortisol change based on emotional states and can lead to various diseases in the body.

• Epigenetics: Thoughts can alter gene expression
  Recent studies show that chronic stress and emotional imbalance can affect how genes function.

VIII. PEOPLE WHO START LISTENING TO THEMSELVES
Psychosomatic healing doesn’t rely on medication alone.
The most important step is the person listening to themselves, recognizing their emotions, and beginning to express them.

Approaches include:

• Psychotherapy (especially body-oriented therapy)

• Art therapy, meditation, breathing exercises

• Physical activity and yoga

• Writing and journaling

IX. CONCLUSION: WHEN THE MOUTH IS SILENT, THE BODY SPEAKS
Sometimes, what we can’t say with words, the body says in its own language. Sometimes a rash on our skin is the trace of long-held resentment. Sometimes that persistent stomachache, insomnia, or heart palpitations is the unspoken sentence: “I don’t forgive you.”

The mind and body work together. One cannot fully heal without the other. Behind every headache that has no physical cause may lie an unheard thought. Not every shortness of breath is asthma—it could be an unspoken fear.

WHAT ABOUT YOU?
What is your body trying to tell you?
When was the last time you clearly expressed an emotion?
Have you ever asked yourself, “What message is this pain trying to give me?”

Remember: The body is the silent language of the soul. And every symptom is the hidden answer to a question left unanswered within.