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The Placebo/Nocebo Discussion – what are your own views on this?

I am still in a mindset that if the placebo or nocebo is helping someone feel better and lead a healthier life,  I am all for it.   A while ago,  my mindset was different...  I would see people doing various types of yoga, and I would think...all this mess over standing around and stretching, and even some in a hot A** room, just go workout and build some strength...

But my viewpoint of this part of the world have changed, and now I believe that no matter what it is that is working for you, to have a better and healthier life, I am all for it.  I don't care if it's yoga, meditation, tai Chi, walking backwards or patting your head and rubbing your belly while standing on one foot.  Go for it, do what your body is telling you to do, get your mind and body communicating and in sync and lead a healthy life!!!

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