If the universe is filled with bizarre wonders, then the human body is a miniature universe, brimming with countless life marvels waiting to be explored. In moments of extreme danger, people can unleash incredible strength. For instance, during World War II, a Soviet soldier jumped over a chasm more than four meters wide while being pursued at night. The next day, he returned to the spot, still in disbelief that he had managed such a feat.
In China, Qigong masters demonstrate astonishing abilities. They can pierce their shoulder muscles with sharp iron rods without bleeding or feeling pain. Research indicates that this is due to the release of 'endogenous morphine-like substances' in the body during the Qigong state.
Similar experiments have been conducted abroad. A condemned prisoner is blindfolded and taken near a water pipe, where the back of his hand is lightly scratched with a knife while being told, 'We are drawing your blood.' Soon, the individual faints from psychological stress, illustrating how the mind can influence the body.
Traditional Chinese medicine also employs suggestive therapy in remarkable ways. Doctors may show patients a red-hot iron piece and instruct them to lie down, saying, 'I will apply this burning iron to treat your illness.' In reality, they are applying a cloth soaked in cold water, yet the patient develops blisters as if burned.
Literature contains similar tales. In Victor Hugo's 'Les Misérables,' the mayor of Montreuil-sur-Mer turns completely gray overnight due to intense emotional shock, showcasing the impact of emotional fluctuations on the body.
Even more astonishing is the case of an elderly woman who dreamt of a large tumor growing on her left leg. A month later, she indeed developed a tumor the size of a fist on that leg. This underscores the potential influence of mental states on physical health.
There was also a man mistakenly locked in a refrigerated truck. Although the freezer was not turned on, he succumbed to despair from psychological suggestion and ultimately died from the cold. This illustrates the immense power of psychological suggestion.
These stories unveil the mysteries of life, prompting medical researchers to delve deeper into the relationship between the mind and body, ultimately aiming to better serve humanity.
