Constipation
Constipation is a difficult, too infrequent or incomplete bowel movement. Physically, diet (too little fibre and fluid), too little movement and stress often play a role. At the Kyborg Institute we consider the theme additionally on a soul-related level.
Our reading
In our reading, in constipation there sits the difficulty of letting go: of holding fast to the old that has long since served its purpose, or of running away from unconscious problems. Lasting pressure too – at work or in a constricting relationship – can resonate in this image. Helpful, in our experience, is to speak out: whoever shares what burdens them with a trusted person or professional accompaniment often finds the pressure lets up. It is no attribution of blame.
What does that mean in practice?
- Attend to a fibre-rich diet, enough fluid and movement.
- Address what burdens you instead of “keeping it inside”.
Related reading: intestinal illnesses.
Frequently asked questions
What is constipation?
Constipation is a difficult, too infrequent or incomplete bowel movement. Frequent factors are diet (too little fibre and fluid), too little movement and stress.
How does the Kyborg Institute read constipation?
In our reading it holds the difficulty of letting go – holding fast to the old, running away from problems or being under pressure – alongside the physical causes.
Change history · last updated on
- — Notes shortened, text tidied.
- — Address of this entry localised: it now carries the English term instead of the German one. The old address redirects.
- — First English version.
Sources
- D. Harald Alke: Gesundheitslexikon (Health Encyclopedia). A detailed account of health-relevant topics and therapeutic methods; bundled, overlapping experiences from around 30 years of life counselling with clients. Kyborg Institute.
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