Talking To Oneself in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different talking to oneself patterns according to TCM theory
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Talking to oneself, commonly referred to as mumbling or muttering, is a behavior where individuals engage in vocalizing thoughts without the intention of communicating with others. While it's a common experience for many, excessive or disruptive self-talk can be a symptom of underlying mental health issues. This behavior varies in its manifestation; for some, it's a way of processing thoughts, while for others, it can be a sign of distress or cognitive dissonance.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approaches talking to oneself from a holistic perspective, viewing it as a symptom that can arise from imbalances in the body's internal systems.
Unlike Western medicine, which often focuses on psychological aspects, TCM considers physical, emotional, and environmental factors contributing to this symptom. TCM emphasizes the importance of identifying the specific pattern of disharmony causing this behavior, as each pattern requires a unique treatment approach.
TCM Patterns for Talking To Oneself
Phlegm
Causes: Muttering to oneself
Phlegm Fire harassing the Pericardium
Muttering to oneself
Along with: Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Anxiety, Incoherent or confused speech, Confusion, Rash behaviour, Uncontrolled laughing or crying, Verbal aggression, Talking to oneself, Depression, Dull shallow face, Aggression, Stifling sensation in the chest, Chest pain, Rapid breath
Phlegm Misting the Heart
Muttering to oneself
Along with: Confusion, Loss of consciousness, Hypersomnia, Incoherent or confused speech, Slurred speech, Aphasia, Noisy breathing, Vomit
Phlegm-Fire harassing the Heart
Muttering to oneself
Along with: Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Anxiety, Incoherent or confused speech, Confusion, Rash behaviour, Uncontrolled laughing or crying, Verbal aggression, Talking to oneself, Depression, Dull shallow face, Aggression
Mind Disturbance
Causes: Muttering to oneself
Phlegm Fire harassing the Pericardium
Muttering to oneself
Along with: Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Anxiety, Incoherent or confused speech, Confusion, Rash behaviour, Uncontrolled laughing or crying, Verbal aggression, Talking to oneself, Depression, Dull shallow face, Aggression, Stifling sensation in the chest, Chest pain, Rapid breath
Phlegm Misting the Heart
Muttering to oneself
Along with: Confusion, Loss of consciousness, Hypersomnia, Incoherent or confused speech, Slurred speech, Aphasia, Noisy breathing, Vomit
Phlegm-Fire harassing the Heart
Muttering to oneself
Along with: Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Anxiety, Incoherent or confused speech, Confusion, Rash behaviour, Uncontrolled laughing or crying, Verbal aggression, Talking to oneself, Depression, Dull shallow face, Aggression
Heat
Causes: Muttering to oneself
Phlegm Fire harassing the Pericardium
Muttering to oneself
Along with: Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Anxiety, Incoherent or confused speech, Confusion, Rash behaviour, Uncontrolled laughing or crying, Verbal aggression, Talking to oneself, Depression, Dull shallow face, Aggression, Stifling sensation in the chest, Chest pain, Rapid breath
Phlegm-Fire harassing the Heart
Muttering to oneself
Along with: Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Anxiety, Incoherent or confused speech, Confusion, Rash behaviour, Uncontrolled laughing or crying, Verbal aggression, Talking to oneself, Depression, Dull shallow face, Aggression
Herbal Formulas for Talking To Oneself
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address talking to oneself
Wen Dan Tang
Addresses these talking to oneself patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Phlegm
- Clears Gallbladder
- Regulates Qi
- Harmonizes the Stomach
Addresses These Talking To Oneself Pattern Variations
Phlegm Fire harassing the Pericardium
How it manifests:
Muttering to oneself
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia...
Phlegm Misting the Heart
How it manifests:
Muttering to oneself
Accompanying symptoms:
Confusion, Loss of consciousness, Hypersomnia, Incoherent or confused speech, Slurred speech, Aphasia...
Phlegm-Fire harassing the Heart
How it manifests:
Muttering to oneself
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia...
Huang Lian Wen Dan Tang
Addresses these talking to oneself patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Hot Phlegm
- Clears Gallbladder Heat
- Regulates Qi
- Harmonizes the Stomach
Addresses These Talking To Oneself Pattern Variations
Phlegm Fire harassing the Pericardium
How it manifests:
Muttering to oneself
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia...
Phlegm-Fire harassing the Heart
How it manifests:
Muttering to oneself
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia...
Zhi Bao Dan
Addresses these talking to oneself patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat
- Opens the sensory orifices
- Resolves toxicity
- Transforms Phlegm
Addresses These Talking To Oneself Pattern Variations
Phlegm Fire harassing the Pericardium
How it manifests:
Muttering to oneself
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia...
Hui Chun Dan
Addresses these talking to oneself patterns:
Main Actions
- Opens the sensory orifices
- Arrests spasms and convulsions
- Clears Heat and transforms Phlegm
Addresses These Talking To Oneself Pattern Variations
Phlegm Fire harassing the Pericardium
How it manifests:
Muttering to oneself
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia...
Sheng Tie Luo Yin
Addresses these talking to oneself patterns:
Main Actions
- Sedates the Heart
- Clears Phlegm
- Clears Fire
- Calms the Mind
Addresses These Talking To Oneself Pattern Variations
Phlegm-Fire harassing the Heart
How it manifests:
Muttering to oneself
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia...
Di Tan Tang
Addresses these talking to oneself patterns:
Main Actions
- Removes Phlegm
- Opens the sensory orifices
- Tonifies Qi
Addresses These Talking To Oneself Pattern Variations
Phlegm Misting the Heart
How it manifests:
Muttering to oneself
Accompanying symptoms:
Confusion, Loss of consciousness, Hypersomnia, Incoherent or confused speech, Slurred speech, Aphasia...
Gun Tan Wan
Addresses these talking to oneself patterns:
Main Actions
- Drains Fire and Phlegm
Addresses These Talking To Oneself Pattern Variations
Phlegm Misting the Heart
How it manifests:
Muttering to oneself
Accompanying symptoms:
Confusion, Loss of consciousness, Hypersomnia, Incoherent or confused speech, Slurred speech, Aphasia...
Su He Xiang Wan
Addresses these talking to oneself patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms and aromatically opens the sensory orifices
- Promotes the movement of Qi
- Transforms turbidity
Addresses These Talking To Oneself Pattern Variations
Phlegm Misting the Heart
How it manifests:
Muttering to oneself
Accompanying symptoms:
Confusion, Loss of consciousness, Hypersomnia, Incoherent or confused speech, Slurred speech, Aphasia...
Ding Zhi Wan
Addresses these talking to oneself patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Heart Qi
- Pacifies timidity
- Calms the Mind
Addresses These Talking To Oneself Pattern Variations
Phlegm Misting the Heart
How it manifests:
Muttering to oneself
Accompanying symptoms:
Confusion, Loss of consciousness, Hypersomnia, Incoherent or confused speech, Slurred speech, Aphasia...