2007-02-18 12:15:58 · 16 answers · asked by donjamste 1 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
Sometimes yes, sometimes no. I cured myself of suicidal depression (when doctors and medicines didn't work) by following the recommendations set forth in a book. On the other hand, I'm still working on fibromyalgia and diabetes. Since doctors have no cure for these, I might as well believe I can find a cure elsewhere... right? I know that believing in a cure carries far more potential than not believing.
2007-02-18 13:45:28 · answer #1 · answered by Mr. Peachy® 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, it is not. If it were, there would be no deaths from cancer, heart disease, or old age (resulting from damage to your DNA)! :-)
That being said, your personal mindset and certain behaviors like eating and exercise can help to improve your prognosis, reduce your risk of illness, and extend your lifespan considerably.
So you do have a control over things to a degree.
What will not keep one alive is believing in alternative "medicine" that has not been proven to work, or reading new age texts that take advantage of those who are ill by preaching cures through willpower alone. Modern medicine works miracles every day, and will do more to cure the ailments of the body than any form of wishful thinking or homeopathic pill.
That being said, keep a positive outlook!
2007-02-18 18:14:03 · answer #2 · answered by Dalarus 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I want to first respond to aphroditeofknidos20. The medical profession is very good at first aid, but did you know that medicine kills over 750,000 people in the US every year. That is like 6 jumbo jet crashes every day. Can you imagine a 9-11 tragedy every day. Well, it is happening.
Your body has an amazing ability to heal itself if allowed to function properly. You need to begin to look at what is causing an interference to the healing process. Is it your diet with all the preservatives that are in food today. Is it your exercise habits, is it your spiritual life, is it your mental habits (negativity/doubt), is it an interference to your nervous system (chiropractic calls subluxation). All these things play a role in health. Being healthy doesn't just mean you feel good. Imagine if you ate under-cooked pork or chicken... you would probably vomit or have diarrhea. Does that mean you are sick? or is your body working properly by getting rid of the toxin.
2007-02-22 01:10:05 · answer #3 · answered by lonikowski 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It has a lot to do with the person who believes it. Because that belief will affect what is going inside that particular body. If your faith or will is very strong, there are some very amazing things you can bring about, mostly by disciplining your mind not to add negative thoughts and energy to the healing process. I have stopped bleeding in myself instantly. It rather startled me the first time I did it, but I said no to the cut with everything I had inside me and I pressed my finger on the wound gently for a moment and it was over with. I just looked at it, waiting for it to start again, but it didn't. I had a digitial mucous cyst on a finger once and kept massaging it and telling it no, and it dissolved and never came back. These are real events. I once put one of my fingers back together after it had been cut rather badly. It healed perfectly. I have refused to respond to dental pain and it has obligingly gone away very quickly. These are all true stories, so from my viewpoint, yes, it is very possible for your mind to influence the course of healing within your own body. I have watched it while it happened. I also believe we all have abilities and healing knowledge that we just do not use. It is there within us, but we do not tap into it for some reason. Maybe we do not trust it. I reset my kneecap once when I was rather young and the entire kneejoint healed perfectly.
2007-02-18 13:37:10 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Absolutely.
Everyone has ch'i (the life force), and by the direction of this life force; it can do amazing things to regenerate the body.
I have been given up for dead five times by the medical profession. I have healed myself of a terminal disease 24 years ago, I healed my right foot and ankle AFTER the doctor suggested amputation above the ankle.
This IS a lot of work so you can develop your power of intentionality to do this; but it is certainly possible. I have taught people how to use the power of intention to punch holes in clouds three miles away. William Tiller Ph.D, Dean Radin, and many other scientists are exploring the frountiers of consciousness, and the power of intention.
Dr. Tiller is changing the Ph of water by the power of intentionality and little devices.
Most people have no clue as to the true power of their consciousness
2007-02-18 19:53:13 · answer #5 · answered by Rev. Two Bears 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many philosophies teach that Mind and Body are functionaly identical'...what this means is that what affects the mind will also affect the body and visa versa.
The Body is the physical manifestation of the Mind. There are many examples of people curing themselves with the power of the mind. And much evidence to suggest that an emotional trauma (emtions affecting the Mind) that lead to physical complaints.
Some of the people answering this question should do alittle more researching and experimmentation before writing stuff off.
2007-02-18 13:37:36 · answer #6 · answered by yutu34 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think a lot of philosophical thought argues that the mind can cure any physical ailment, but personally i believe that it cannot - what would one do if one was to be diagnosed with a brain tumour?
2007-02-18 13:04:08 · answer #7 · answered by Faith 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I believe so yes.Our mind is our most pwerful weapon, and your state of mind can have a serious effect on your health.Im a great believer in the power of positive thinking, and as a result i never get ill!Our every thought creates an action, its how we can turn dreams into reality, and how people who are constantly negative draw negativity into their lives.I really suggest you read some of Betty Shines wonderful books.Betty was a spiritualist medium and healer,and studied mind energy for over 30years.Shes written some awesome books on the subject, which for me, totally changed my life and way of thinking, for the better.
2007-02-20 03:03:42 · answer #8 · answered by Ramona 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The biggest problems with force of will healing and healing through prayer is lack of instructions and misconceptions as to what is going on. If certain parts of your brain are damaged your hooped, other wise there are no physical limits as yet discovered. Read "How to repair old injuries..." Helium.com-health&fitness/exercise. Do not believe, test and find out for your self.
2007-02-19 09:27:49 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can lay my hands on your cheek and cure your caries so you don't have to go to the dentist ! Faith dentistry !
Just kidding. Lost of really complex things going on in your body, take a community college biology class, may be fun. There is a measurable positive effect on praying, and also on taking sugar pills if you are told they are drugs.
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2007-02-18 12:25:29 · answer #10 · answered by hallitubevolunteer1 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋