Many people who suffer from gastritis are not just experiencing a physical condition; they are also carrying emotional stress that the body struggles to “digest.” When someone feels unable or unwilling to accept certain situations or changes, the unconscious mind often translates that resistance into physical symptoms. Deep down, this may involve fear of the unknown, rejection of discomfort, or difficulty embracing life’s new experiences. Such inner tension can manifest as anxiety, distress, and, in many cases, gastritis.
Stomach problems often signal that a person is holding onto unresolved emotional issues. Just as the stomach processes food, it also symbolises our capacity to process life. When emotions, conflicts, or experiences remain “undigested,” they can trigger discomfort, burning, or even pain. Family situations are a frequent source, since it is within close relationships that we are most exposed to difficulties from which it is hard to distance ourselves, either physically or emotionally. In this sense, gastritis may reflect a feeling of being trapped or forced into circumstances we would prefer to reject.
For example, gastritis accompanied by dizziness may indicate fear and a painful sense of losing control over a situation. Gastritis with nausea can reveal not only rejection but also disgust toward a person, event, or idea that feels impossible to escape. And because the unconscious does not distinguish between real and imagined threats, even thoughts or fears about future situations can generate the same physical reaction.
Deep down, those who suffer from gastritis may be yearning for greater love, support, and recognition, especially within the family. When this emotional need is unfulfilled, gastritis may appear with symptoms like burning or acidity, as the body literally reacts to the “emotional acid” within.
Ultimately, gastritis reflects a negative reaction to life: resistance to people, events, or even imagined scenarios. Old memories, unresolved emotions, and feelings of disgust or rejection can all contribute to the inability to integrate new experiences. It is often linked to intolerance, a rigid attachment to habits, routines, or beliefs that leaves little room for change.
True healing begins with awareness. By reflecting on which people or situations trigger discomfort and recognising the underlying rejection, a person can open the door to transformation. Acceptance and love are the master keys to recovery. When we change the way we perceive and “digest” life, our inner world shifts, even if the outer circumstances remain the same.
Tolerance, compassion, and acceptance allow us to release old pain and welcome new experiences with more peace. Those prone to gastritis are invited to explore their emotional landscape: to observe negative thought patterns, soften rigid beliefs, and embrace the possibility of healing through self-awareness and love.
Author: Estefanía Cultrera-Elfring
Recommended Resources
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