Louise Hay states,“Probable emotional cause of skin problems (hives, psoriasis, rash) is anxiety and fear. Old, buried guck. I am being threatened”in her book Heal Your Body.

Louise Hay believes every disease is connected to an emotion. Over a period of time, this emotion manifests into a diseased state, which can be seen in the body as a physiological change to the healthy state of the body.

Being in private practice now for over 15 years, I would say this connection is commonly seen in clinic and often I notice people bury this emotion so deeply within themselves they have no idea that it exists. 

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When you think of it, our skin is the barrier between our body and the world. If we are trying to protect ourselves from the world and potentially keep ourselves at a ‘safe’ distance, then this makes sense.

The challenge exists in identifying where this emotion started from and what beliefs about yourself you have been carrying around as a result of the event that created this belief/emotion. The other challenge is knowing which emotion transpired and how this plays out in the decisions you make.

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Some years ago, I explored working with a kinesiologist as part of my personal wellbeing journey. At the time, my skin was relatively stable, though I occasionally noticed small spots on my legs.

During one session, I was asked a reflective question: “What happened when you were 8 years old?”

After taking a moment to think, a memory surfaced that had stayed with me for many years.

When I was in Grade 2, a family member came to pick up myself and my cousin from school. As I approached the car, I was told there was no room for me. I remember feeling confused and unsure of what to do as I watched them drive away.

I walked back through the school grounds, which were empty at the time, and recall feeling alone and unsettled by the experience.

Later, my mother became aware of what had happened and arrangements were made for me to be collected safely.

Reflecting on this memory as an adult, I recognised that I had internalised the experience in a particular way. When asked how it made me feel at the time, my response was:

“I wasn’t good enough.”

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She shared that while this experience may not directly explain any health condition, it can sometimes shape the way we perceive ourselves and respond to stress over time.

Now at 44, I’ve spent many years working on these patterns and building greater self-awareness. It hasn’t always been easy, and there are still moments where certain situations can bring up similar emotions.

It raised an important reflection for me:

If you’re navigating a long-term health condition, including skin concerns, are there moments in your life that may have influenced how you see yourself or how you respond to challenges?

In practice, I often observe patterns of behaviour that don’t always support a person’s overall wellbeing. This can sometimes look like self-sabotaging habits, particularly when someone is feeling overwhelmed or stuck.

If you’ve ever found yourself asking,
“Why do I keep making choices that don’t support my health?”
it may be helpful to gently reflect on questions like:

• Am I familiar with this state, even if it’s uncomfortable?
• Does this pattern play a role in how I cope or respond?
• What might change if I felt more well or more in control?
• Are my current choices—whether lifestyle, environment, or relationships—supporting how I want to feel?

These aren’t questions to judge yourself with, but rather to build awareness.

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It’s also important to recognise that our behaviours are often influenced by underlying beliefs—both conscious and unconscious—which can shape the decisions we make daily.

If this brings up thoughts or emotions for you, that’s okay. There’s no need to address everything at once. Small, consistent steps toward awareness can be meaningful over time.

Some people choose to explore supportive modalities such as acupuncture as part of their wellbeing routine. In clinical settings, individuals often report feeling more relaxed or gaining a greater sense of clarity following sessions. Experiences can vary from person to person.

You may also find value in resources that explore the connection between emotional wellbeing and physical health, such as The Journey by Brandon Bays, which offers a personal perspective on this topic.

A final thought to leave you with:

The body is complex, and each person’s experience is unique. Taking the time to understand yourself—physically, emotionally, and mentally—can be an important part of your overall wellbeing journey.

And perhaps the most important question is:

“Am I willing to prioritise myself and my health?”