When we think of vital organs, the heart and lungs usually take center stage. But quietly working behind the scenes is the liver—an extraordinary organ essential to both physical and emotional health. It’s the body’s largest internal organ, holds up to 13 percent of your blood supply, and plays a key role in digestion and detoxification. So why don’t we talk about it more?

A Filter for the Modern World

The liver acts as a master filter, processing nearly everything we eat, breathe or absorb through the skin. From food additives and toxins to medications, alcohol and anesthesia, it handles it all. Its role in bile production helps break down fats and turn them into usable energy, supporting smooth digestion. But your liver doesn’t just process substances—it also processes emotions.

Emotions Live in the Liver

Traditional healing systems believe unresolved emotions—especially anger, grief, fear and frustration—can become trapped in the liver. In cultures that reward being “nice,” many of us suppress emotions. Over time, this emotional congestion can impair liver function, much like physical toxins do.

Pushing through pain may seem productive, but your liver remembers. Eventually, the overload can show up as:

• Sluggishness or feeling “blah”
• Low energy or immunity
• Rashes or acne
• Night sweats
• Digestive issues
• Hip or knee pain
• Irritability or short temper

If left unaddressed, liver congestion may lead to chronic health concerns.

Top 5 Liver Stressors to Watch

Many things can stress the liver, but these five are especially common:

Alcohol – Even moderate intake adds strain.

Anesthesia – May raise liver enzymes and slow detox.

Antidepressants – Long-term use may damage liver cells.

Antibiotics – Hard to metabolize and can build up.

Anger – Chronic anger generates heat, slowing function.

A Gentle Approach to Liver Wellness

Instead of harsh cleanses or juice detoxes—which can cause side effects—a gentle, non-invasive energetic liver flush can be beneficial. This intuitive method helps release emotional and physical congestion without taxing your system or requiring days of restriction.

Be Mindful, Be Well

Liver health mirrors how we care for our whole selves. By staying aware of what you take in and how you process what comes out—emotions included—you can restore balance, boost energy and support this vital organ. Your liver shows up for you every day. Isn’t it time to return the favor?

June Is Liver Month!

Enjoy a 90-minute Energetic Liver Flush for just $99 at Healing Waters Health Center. This relaxing session clears built-up congestion, helping you feel lighter and more energized.

It is ideal for those who’ve had chemo or surgery, take daily meds, lost their gallbladder or experience the symptoms above.

Lisa Warman is a certified AcuEnergetics® Wellness Balancer at Healing Waters Health Center in Stillwater, Minnesota. With a warm, intuitive approach, she helps clients restore balance and vitality through energy healing that supports the body’s natural ability to heal. Visit HealingWatersHealth.com.