Philosophy
Better in your skin. Outside and in.
Have you ever paid attention to how many ‘skin’ expressions we use in our languages, often related to or describing how we feel? Or do you need scientific proof that our skin and our feelings are closely entertwined? Our emotions can sometimes be seen on the surface. Think about when you get a red face when you’re embarrassed or turn pale when you get scared!
“Feeling comfortable in your own skin”
Dr Amélie Seghers believes life is all about balance.
We’ve gone from sun worship to solar-phobe. There is a golden middle way where we can reap all the benefits of the sun while limiting the risks. It’s called being sun-smart. Lack of self-care can threaten your emotional and physical health but too much self-care can make us miss out on another crucial aspect of well-being: social connection. Eating only avocados is probably no better than eating no vegetables at all. Too little exercise is not healthy, but so is too much. It is hard to develop a self identity without working but not listening to your body because you’re too busy with work will more likely burn you out rather than bring you success. Taking time to live life will only inspire your work.
Dr Amélie Seghers believes we all need more flow in our life.
A flow state of mind is the state you get in when you’re absolutely absorbed in something, your surroundings disappear and you live in the moment. You can enter flow doing any activity you enjoy: writing, painting, cooking, reading, playing an instrument, practicing yoga, etc. CREATE, LOVE, PLAY, MOVE AND MEDITATE. It clears the mind and leaves us in peace. It can reduce anxiety and bring a lasting sense of happiness and fulfillment, which in turn will lead to improved health and well-being. In our ‘always on’ society, creating a state of flow is more important than ever. It’s a sure way to get happy and comfortable in your own skin.
Dr Amélie Seghers believes the health of our skin is more than skin-deep. And so is beauty.
As dermatologists, we are sometimes considered ‘superficial’ doctors, never treating more than ‘skin-deep’.
However, our skin is closely linked to our mental and general physical health.
When our skin doesn’t look great, we can feel down just because of our skin. On the contrary, our moods can mess with our skin.
Have you ever paid attention to how many ‘skin’ expressions we use in our languages, often related to or describing how we feel?
About
Dr Amélie Seghers
Dr Amélie Seghers is a consultant dermatologist who sees adults and children of any age with all kinds of dermatological conditions in different clinics in London.
You can find her in the following clinics:
* The Mole Clinic near Oxford circus for skin cancer screening and removal services (contact reception@themoleclinic.co.uk)
*Maryam Zamani Clinic on King’s Road for adult medical and cosmetic dermatology (contact karen@drmaryamzamani.com)
* The Cadogan Clinic on Sloane Street for all paediatric and adult dermatology issues (contact nonsurgical@cadoganclinic.com)
Dr Amélie Seghers completed her Medical Degree in Belgium and holds an additional Master of Science in Clinical dermatology from King’s College University London and a diploma in Aesthetic Medicine from the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine. She completed her specialist degree in dermatology after more than 10 years of training in various prestigious hospitals around the world (St Thomas’ and Guys NHS, Royal Free Hospital and St Georges Hospital in London, National Skin Centre and KK women’s and Children’s Hospital in Singapore and CHUV in Switzerland).
Dr Seghers is a published author and won the La Roche Posay Foundation award for her research on eczema. Her book “Eczema, how to ditch the itch” has helped patients with eczema change their life. Dr Seghers is fluent in English, French and Flemish/Dutch.