Metaphysical Anatomy is a term that can seem intimidating. The reality is that it is a practice that is quite misunderstood. What is Metaphysical Anatomy? Let’s explore the meaning and how it can help you together.
According to the Merriam Webster dictionary, the term is broken down simply. The definition of Metaphysical is as follows:
1. Of or relating to metaphysics
2. Highly abstract or obtuse
3. Of or relating to the transcendent or to a reality beyond what is perceptible to the senses.
The definition of Anatomy is as follows:
1. The art of separating the parts of an organism in order to ascertain their position, relations, structure, and function
2. Structural makeup especially of an organism or any of its parts
So to sum it up, the meaning of Metaphysical Anatomy is an abstract view, beyond perceptible senses, of the human body and its components.
The theory behind Metaphysical Anatomy is that an imbalance within the psyche can manifest as a physical condition. (Also known as psychosomatics.) Every part of the human body is connected to an aspect of the psyche. When there is a condition that is abnormal or chronic, where the medical system seems to be running out of ideas to cure, then maybe it has to do with a psychological fault. It never hurts to ask yourself if your thoughts, or habits regarding certain thoughts, are causing issues to manifest in certain parts of your body.
For example: Say you have a skin problem and the medical system cannot find a reason for the irritation. Well, the skin is the barrier between a person and the world. Deep seated insecurities and irritations can surface on the skin if a person is irritated or triggered. The skin is a person’s physical boundary and it keeps them safe and protected. When circumstances, environmental factors or people challenge this barrier, it will speak up for itself by means of itching, burning or feeling irritated. The skin will let you know that a physical or emotional boundary has been breached. Also, supressing anger and rage can manifest as a skin condition.
There are over 650 physical conditions that can be considered psychosomatic.
It’s really good practice to check in with yourself every now and then. To close your eyes and ask yourself how you feel. To acknowledge your feelings good and bad. Then ask yourself where do those feelings come from? What is their origin? Never supress emotions but try to release bothersome emotions tied to specific situations. What are the solutions?
In my practice, the client will describe a physical condition that is bothersome. I, with my trusty tools, will provide an analysis of said condition with regards to the relationship of the condition and the aspect of the psyche involved. I will give the client a series of questions to pinpoint the origin of the symptoms. Sometimes a person can just ask themselves these questions on their own and make the deduction themselves. Sometimes the client needs assistance digging deep to find their target. Everyone is different. Sometimes the client is able to release the emotions tied to the physical condition on their own and sometimes they need assistance with guided healing techniques.
One of the benefits of this practice is that the client never has to divulge or re-live a trauma associated to the origin of the symptoms. They simply have to pinpoint the emotions tied to it and release those emotions. If you want to learn more about Metaphysical Anatomy I highly suggest purchasing this book: Metaphysical Anatomy by: Evette Rose. You can also find a copy of this book on my resources page. Also, metaphysicalanatomy.com is a great website filled with information and videos on how this practice can work and the methods used by Evette Rose.
