A BATC therapist works based on the 5 nature-oriented principles: ​ THE FIVE NATURAL PRINCIPLES ​ The five Nature-oriented principles The treatments by a BATC therapist are based on the five nature-oriented principles. These principles arise from a number of natural laws. To be and remain healthy, each of these principles must be in balance, including their mutual coherence. The five principles are not only separate from each other, but are also interdependent on each other. They are like a wickerwork and influence each other. An example is that if someone does not consume enough good food, their energy balance will not be optimal. When someone worries a lot, this will also cost the body energy. Therefore, all five principles and their interrelationships need to be looked at. Below you can find, in the correct order, a concise explanation of the five nature-oriented principles according to BATC. ​ 1. Energy Everything in and around us consists of energy. Energy is seen worldwide as the basis of life. Energy forms the basis of the BATC therapist's treatments. The principles of stimulus transfer, drainage, nutrition and mental well-being can only be worked on when your energy management is in order. Without energy the body does not function optimally and healing cannot take place. It is a first priority to ensure that you have sufficient energy, that there is a balanced flow of energy and that any blockages are removed. ​ 2. Stimulus transfer The transmission of stimuli is achieved via your nervous system. Stimuli are sent via the nervous system to the rest of your body via the brain. But also the other way around, stimuli are sent from your body to your brain. The nervous system is the communication network or 'telephone line' of your body. Pain stimuli, for example, have a function to respond correctly and quickly in certain situations. The stimulus transfer also ensures that certain signals, for example about what you need for recovery, are passed on to the body. Good stimulus transmission is indispensable for proper functioning and recovery. ​ 3. Drainage In daily life, our body regularly has to deal with overload due to waste products. Some external causes may be: inhaling polluted air (heavy metals) or certain substances such as pesticide residues, dioxins or certain additives in our diet. In addition, our body itself can create an overload of waste products because, for example, our lymphatic system or blood circulation do not function optimally. Under favorable conditions, our body is able to excrete most waste products without problems through our excretory organs. Sometimes, however, it is desirable to support and stimulate the body in this. When there are too many waste products in the body, for example in our intestines, nutrients can no longer be absorbed properly.  ​ 4. Nutrition Nutrition maintains your cells and provides them with fuel. Your daily diet is one of the most important components for a fit and healthy body and a sharp mind. Certain foods are not tolerated equally well by everyone. This may be a temporary issue. This can change for the better through targeted nutritional advice. It is important that you consume the right foods, appropriate for your constitution and circumstances, and in the right quantities. ​ 5. Mental well-being In addition to the previous principles, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects influence your health and well-being. Being aware of your limiting thinking and behavioral patterns is extremely important. This is for mental as well as physical well-being. Worries or other mental tensions can cause many complaints, such as stomach complaints, headaches or cramped muscles. You learn to change, break through or let go of obstructive thinking and behavioral problems in a healthy way. This is for the best possible recovery, but also to remain balanced in the future.