Cancer and Your Emotional Wellbeing

In February 2007 I was diagnosed with cancer and that started me on a journey that has changed my life. I would like to share it with you.

Being told that you have cancer is devastating and was compounded for me by being a few weeks pregnant at the time. It really confronts you with your own mortality.

Having put an operation, chemotherapy, giving birth and 8 months of treatment behind me, I was left to rebuild my life as best I could. It was difficult. I felt broken, tired, scared, angry, frustrated, and as though I were buried alive.

My emergence from this self imposed coffin has taken a lot of learning and having to face a lot of demons. Fortunately I discovered the power of neuro-linguistic-programming (NLP). NLP is the study of human excellence and achievement and has created massive shifts in my consciousness. I use NLP every day to help myself and others live better lives.  I have broken free of the chains that a diagnosis of cancer imposed on me and I want to help you to do the same.

Why Your Emotional Wellbeing Is So Important

There have been many books written and a lot of research has been conducted into the theory that our physical wellbeing is dependant on our emotional wellbeing. The culmination of my journey is based on this research.

Our bodies are made up of billions of cells. These cells hold our genetic code and know their function within our body. When a cell has its information repeatedly damaged, it can loose track of its purpose and start dividing randomly. This may be called a cancer cell which the body normally ‘recycles’ through the lymphatic system. However, if the immune response is impaired, this process is inhibited.

So our work involves enhancing immune response in two ways. The first is by changing the person's general state of mind and attitude to life events.

Research indicates that bereavement and experimentally induced negative mood states inhibit the body's lymphocyte production, so negative mood states can increase the risk of cancer.

We also promote immune function by directly "instructing" the lymphocytes to do their job more effectively. This is achieved using guided imagery.

Research tells us that people diagnosed with cancer that are taught relaxation and guided imagery show significantly higher T cell activity than controls.

Based around current research, we have developed a 6 step cancer programme to help you:  Let go of the fear, guilt and anger. Regain a sense of self and Re-engage with life.

This powerful program will rapidly address your emotional wellbeing (change comes from within!) so that you are able to deal with your illness in a powerful and positive way.

The 6 Session Schedule involves: A journey of self discovery, Working with the immune system and diet, Dealing with Emotion, Learning skills to cope and Goal setting.

In each session we will practice visualisations and discuss any issues that are affecting you personally. The programme has been devised specifically to:

• Create a sense of mission,
• Set future goals aligned with that mission,
• Heal grief and depression,
• Let go of resentment and anger,
• Learn skills to express emotion effectively,
• Resolve internal and external conflicts and,
• Develop a proactive coping style.

One important lesson I have learned is that you CANNOT hide from yourself. The existence of cancer is a message from your immune system, telling you that you need to let go of certain stressful emotions, resolve internal conflicts, and create a life worth living.

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For more information: www.cancerhealing-nlp.com or telephone +44 (0)7870 275257 or skype: daniella.slabbert