The cure of self-consciousness / by James Alexander.

  • James Alexander
Date:
1915
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Credit: The cure of self-consciousness / by James Alexander. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    most suitable, and what surroundings, and what form of rest are advisable. Al] this requires time and a great deal of painstaking work on the part of the nerve-specialist, and only he is qualified for such an undertaking. (a) Dont’s For NERvous PEOPLE. !.—Don’t pin your faith to quack remedies for nervous- ness, especially nerve-feeding foods; and foods to stimulate the brain. Your nerves and brain will get all the food they require from a good nourishing mixed diet. You cannot feed your nerves apart from your body; you can feed your nerves only by feeding your body as a whole. The same applies tothe brain. If you feel you MUST have something other than your ordinary food buy some sweets or chocolates and eat them after your meals. 2.—Don’t touch alcoholic drinks or narcotics; if you must have a stimulant take a cup of tea, which should be of good quality and not infused longer than two or three minutes. As regards the use of tobacco, there is no general agreement on the subject. If you can do without it, do so; if you cannot, use it in strict moderation. 3.—Don’t think that faith-healing, hypnotism, or any other form of suggestion ALONE will cure you. They are excellent in their place but you must remember that ner- vousness always implies impaired nutrition. To cure it, therefore, you must first build up your body, and then mental methods of healing will have a proper chance to do their work. 4.—Don’t go in for exercise of a tiring or exciting char- acter. Consult your doctor before you engage in games like cricket or football, and recreation such as golf and motoring. Walking is the best exercise, but unless you can take an interest in your walks they will not do you much good. Practise breathing exercises when out in the country so as to get the full value from your walk.
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