Too often and for too long, people have sought ready-made solutions to their ailments, both in terms of diagnosis and treatment. However, according to Dr. Gaétan Brouillard, this quest for the "miracle pill" is illusory, especially when it comes to treating chronic illnesses. Each person is unique, with their own experiences, feelings, and environment; therefore, it is more important to understand the person who is suffering than to label their illness.
Too often and for too long, people have sought ready-made solutions to their ailments, both in terms of diagnosis and cures. However, according to Dr. Gaétan Brouillard, this quest for the "miracle pill" is illusory, especially when it comes to treating chronic illnesses. Each person is unique, with their own experiences, feelings, and environment; therefore, it is more important to understand the person who is suffering than to label their illness. Increasingly, scientists are discovering the extent to which our emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions are actively responsible for our physical well-being. Drawing on diverse knowledge, cultures, and philosophies, this groundbreaking work offers a renewed vision of medicine that honors the three dimensions inherent in every human being: body, heart, and mind. Through striking examples from his practice, Dr. Brouillard proposes a holistic approach to our health and suggests concrete actions we can take to actively participate in our well-being. Sometimes disconcerting, always captivating, this essay overturns our certainties and revolutionizes our way of understanding our body and everything around it.
