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Introduction: toward an integrated humanity Cells, molecules, and energy: the dance of life. Cells ; Large and small molecules and nutrition ; Energy ; Dynamics of living systems and self-regulation The central nervous system: creating meaning Nerve cells and synapses ; Neurotransmitters: their receptors and psychopharmacology ; Brain and spinal cord ; Filling the gaps: the brain and narcissism The peripheral nervous system: the rhythm of self-regulation Peripheral and cranial nerves ; The somatic nervous system ; The autonomic nervous system ; The autonomic nervous system and emotional self-regulation ; Shock and trauma ; Acute and chronic pain Bones and joints: authenticity versus compliance. Bones ; Joints ; Emotional and energetic functions of bones and joints ; "Wear and tear" and possibilities for deeper exploration The skeletal musculature: resources and shadow. Structure and function of muscle tissue ; Anatomy of the muscular system ; Movement and sensation ; Emotional function of muscle groups and character armour ; The motoric ego Skin: touching and being touched. Skin and touch receptors ; The skin as container ; The skin ego and receptiveness The digestive system: the difference between good and bad. The gastrointestinal tract and its subdivisions ; Liver, gallbladder, and pancreas ; The urinary system ; Digestion, absorption of nourishment, and excretion ; Emotional digestion and psychoperistalsis ; The visceral ego Fluids and connective tissue: the stuff of basic vitality. Intracellular, extracellular, and transcellular fluids ; Connective tissue ; Tissue armor The cardiovascular system: matters of the heart. Blood and blood cells ; Blood vessels and circulation ; The heart as circulatory pump ; The heart: its breaking and mending ; Love, self-love, and narcissism The endocrine and immune systems: health, stress, and disease. Endocrine glands and hormone function ; Immune function ; The lymphatic system ; |