Healthcare Nursing Journal
Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026): HealthCare Nursing Journal

The Role of Physical Health and Emotional Factors in Mind-Body Balance: A Comprehensive Literature Review

Rila kusumaningsih (Faculty of Law,Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa Serang Banten)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Jan 2026

Abstract

Emotion is an internal condition within individuals that is invisible, complex, and difficult to measure, yet it holds a vital role in human life. Emotions are unique and cannot be programmed, as every person has different innate temperaments, resulting in diverse feelings of pleasure and displeasure. Emotions are closely linked to physical health, especially regarding how they are managed and controlled. Both positive emotions and negative emotions require proper regulation to maintain mental stability and overall well-being. Physical health is not only influenced by nutrition or food intake but also by emotional factors, which affect human cognition in determining actions or behaviors. Positive mental states tend to drive individuals toward healthy activities such as exercising, while negative states like anger, stress, or laziness can lead to harmful habits. Anger, in particular, has both direct and indirect effects on the body, including elevated blood pressure and increased risk of illness. Since cognition and emotion are essential driving forces behind behavior, achieving a harmonious mind-body balance involves both emotional stability and physical care. Effective emotional regulation is therefore crucial, as it can determine one’s ability to engage in positive, health-promoting behaviors. Understanding this connection highlights the importance of integrating mental and physical wellness strategies to improve overall quality of life.  

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Journal Info

Abbrev

healtcare

Publisher

Subject

Nursing

Description

Healthcare Nursing Journal merupakan salah satu Journal Elektronik yang dikelola oleh Program Studi Keperawatan Universitas Muhammadiyah Tasikmalaya. Jurnal ini terbit secara berkala, dan merupakan fasilitas bagi civitas akademika pada bidang kesehatan dan keperawatan. Memuat berbagai karya tulis ...