2) That if bad things happen in our lives, or to our family, or country, it is because it is 'karma' - and we are just getting back what we, or our family, or country has given out - even as long as 100 years ago.
Actions have consequences, good and bad. To call this "Karma" adds an unneccesary layer of mysticism onto things. furthermore, it smacks of blaming the victim. Most ethicists I've read reject collective punishment. I waould apply this to intergenerational punishment as well.
You misunderstand then. Karma is not judgemental. There is nothing Mystical or pseudo-spiritual about it. In fact, it is merely a consequential process. Judgement is a Christian, Deistic concept, but in Buddhism, there is no aspect of judgement or retribution. None at all.
The conscious mind can influence or control the nervous, muscular, digestive, respiratory, and endocrine systems, and the placebo effect demonstrates that the mind plays at least some role in healing. However I know of no evidence of mentally regenerating limbs.
There is no mention in the initial question of regenerating limbs. However, I do know for a fact that a person's mental state is extremely influential regarding the rate and extent of healing. Even the most advanced medics will now admit that if a patient can be convinced to regard their illness, malady or ailment with a positive attitude, and affirmation, it has certainly been recorded in some trials that the healing process was greatly improved in these individuals.
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