Quote by George MacDonald

The more I work with the body, keeping my assumptions in a temporary state of reservation, the more I appreciate and sympathize with a given disease. The body no longer appears as a sick or irrational demon, but as a process with its own inner logic and wisdom.

The more I work with the body, keeping my assumptions in a t

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This quote suggests that by working closely with the body and resisting preconceived notions, one can develop a deeper understanding and empathy for diseases. Rather than viewing the body as a plagued or arbitrary entity, it is seen as a dynamic system guided by its own rationality and profound insight. The speaker implies that by approaching illness with an open mind and acknowledging the wisdom within the body's processes, a greater comprehension and compassion can be obtained.

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