~ Carolyn Guilford CNC ~

            In this country we are accustomed to waging wars against invaders.  Failing to recognize that diseases are not separate from the person.                 

            Today we know that every disease can be described as an expression of the patient's lifestyle, beliefs, and energies. Cancer is not just a tumor; it is a systemic disorder that can only truly be cured by supporting the whole body.  The tumor is merely one physical expression of the systemic disorder, and simply removing the tumor does nothing to cure the disease. The body is designed to heal itself—given the proper care—nutrition, the right supplements, spiritual and emotional support.

The first step in creating health is making a shift in thinking—creating a new thought pattern regarding our relationship to our mind, body and spirit. We have all read or heard something about changing our mind, but didn’t know where to begin or how to follow through. For others this shift might be comparable to jumping off a bridge. Let me tell you, no one has ever died as a result of making this kind of shift—the results are always better health, more energy, happiness and increased faith.  No matter what age you are, nor how ‘unhealthy’ your condition, this change will create better health. The most effective and powerful way to better health is to completely change everything at once; the mind-set, emotions, nutrition, exercise, and the sense of God In You, (some call it Spirituality). 

I understand that fear of the unknown holds most of us back from making change. Many want to begin by making small changes, to see how it will go. Still, making changes gradually eliminates the immediate results we want to see. If you make changes gradually you may not see results for several months. If you made changes on all levels at the same time you can see results, often within a week. Sometimes sooner. And life only gets better from that point.

The third step is a leap of faith—literally and figuratively—shifting your belief on spirituality.  How we think or feel about a Fact cannot change the Fact.  I believe the point of religion is to recognize that there is a part of ourselves that is not physical, and therefore, the need to explore and experience this aspect of our selves.  Part of the intent is to discover our purpose, and to live the best life possible. Part of that goal includes finding peace of mind, which is essential to creating a healthy body and a healthy world.  Peace of mind can be attained through yoga, exercise, emotional healing ( forgiving ) and connecting to the inner-self. Spirituality is based on the belief that every thing in the universe is power and awareness.

What is your awareness? Going within is the only way to find peace of mind. Also, going within, creates a connection with the essence that is greater than yourself. Spend time each day praying and connecting with God; claim your power for victory.

The Fourth Step is making a --values and beliefs—shift.  Remember we are including the mind, body and spirit in the pursuit of health because they are not separate. As we come to the end of this year, we may need to re-access our personal values and beliefs. Take inventory….What do you believe?  A more important question could be: “What do I want to believe?” If you aren’t deciding what you want, someone else is. I can assure you that commercials and advertising will influence what you believe. After taking inventory, develop a plan to think and make your own decisions. Know that your beliefs are your own, from your own thinking, not from some outside source. You decide, it is by that decision you create your future.

A mind-set shift is also created by listening to the language you use, the things you say, about yourself, others in your life, and about the world you live in.  Your life is created by your thoughts; everything you think and say drives you toward that reality. For example, if you say you are too old to change, you are. If you say you can’t stop smoking, cussing, or eating certain things, then you are right. That is what you will create. If you say, I am working toward change, you will change. What you say is what you are creating. And the universe will support you in what you say.