Holistic Therapy Day

Supriya Jain
Dec 22, 2023 By Supriya Jain
Originally Published on Mar 09, 2022
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Holistic Therapy Day is the day for doctors to recommend this therapy to a patient.


Where is Holistic Therapy Day celebrated?

It is celebrated in many countries of the world.

Who is Holistic Therapy Day celebrated by?

It is celebrated by patients who have recovered from a holistic therapy and holistic therapists.

When did Holistic Therapy Day first start?

There is no information regarding the year as to when this day started.

Who started Holistic Therapy Day?

Holistic therapists are attributed to have started this day.

History And Timeline

It is believed that any form of illness can be cured with holistic therapy, where recovery and healing involve the patient's mind, body, and spirit are taken into understanding. Therefore, the practice of holistic medicine has immense psychological and spiritual benefits.

Traditional therapies

It was Yoga, Ayurveda, Reiki, aromatherapy, which was practiced in ancient times to heal and cure patients. The development and evolution brought multiple diseases which needed a technical approach with western medicine.

Fifth-sixth century

Conference held

The first National Conference was held in California on Holistic Health which created awareness about this form of medicine.

1975

Association formed

The Conference led many holistic therapists and practitioners to come together and form the Holistic Medical Association.

1978

Widely commercial use

The American Holistic Nurses Association was formed, which promoted holistic therapy and alternative medicine.

1981

Holistic Wellness

During the COVID times, people realized the importance of holistic wellness.

2020

Traditions And Customs

The roots of holistic therapy take us back to the spiritual philosophies of Hippocrates. Hippocrates was one of the significant figures in medicine who put forward the idea that a mere focus on ailments of the body was not a healthy way of healing.

And it was essential to study every aspect of the human mind and emotional health for sustainable recovery.

Ways To Celebrate Holistic Therapy Day

You can look for a holistic physician and take holistic therapy. Understand your emotional and mental health better and reduce their negative impact on your body. Learn about the world of holistic medicines and find out how you can use the knowledge of holistic medicine in your routine life to have a healthy life.

Facts And Stats

  • Holistic Health therapy is widely used for de-addiction purposes on this day.
  • The exact origins of this day are unknown as of now.
  • Different events are organized on this day to help teach people to learn to treat the body with care.

What is a holistic therapist, and what do they do?

 They heal the patients with the help of alternative medicine techniques.

What are examples of holistic therapies?

Natural healthcare, massage, meditation, acupuncture, reiki are examples of holistic therapies.

What is the importance of celebrating holistic therapy day?

It is a way to honor the practice of alternative medicine.

How do families celebrate holistic therapy day?

They see a holistic therapist and get their checkups done.

Who encouraged the celebration of holistic therapy day?

There is no specific person credited to this.

What is the motto of holistic therapy day?

To achieve holistic health and with a healthy mind and spirit.

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Sunday, July 26, 2020
  • Monday, July 26, 2021
  • Tuesday, July 26, 2022
  • Wednesday, July 26, 2023
  • Friday, July 26, 2024

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Written by Supriya Jain

Bachelor of Commerce, Master of Business Administration specializing in Marketing

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