Guest guest Posted November 6, 2004 Report Share Posted November 6, 2004 ( You don't have to with all of this all the time. But if it generally speaks to you, try to read all or parts of it every day, or have it read to you. Part of the help is in the doing, regardless of your attitude or emotions on that day. On some level the help is gradual and often not evident ) # 6 . . It is my life at stake now. So maybe today I can allow myself to be a little less concerned about the reactions or impressions of others. Maybe I can allow myself to feel a little less guilty or bad about what I did not accomplish or give. Perhaps today I can be a little more gentle with myself. . # 7 . . Surviving is all so difficult. At times it seems impossible . . that I have had enough, when I cannot push the limit any further. I will have the right to chose to stop, without feeling that I am " giving up " . But today I think that I can deal with this illness. Sorrow runs very deep. But I think I can rise again. . . # 8 . Just for today, maybe I can give the healing " the benefit of the doubt " . The drugs are powerful; the natural healing capacity of my body is powerful. And who knows, perhaps there is a healing power is my will to struggle, and in the collective love and will of others. . . # 9 . Just for today, perhaps I can take heart that we are all connected. And that I may have things left to contribute to the family of man; some light to add to the light. Even my endurance ( however imperfect ) is a gift, an inspiration for others in their struggles. . . # 10 It seems reasonable that there is a season for everything, and for every purpose. Pain, weakness and exhaustion may distort my senses and spirit. Today, however, I can at least find some hope in nature's way, if not in some master plan. The chances are fairly good, and it seems worthwhile to hope that I will have some cycle of wellness yet. . . This is the Daily Survival Kit for Serious Illness by L. McDermitt. Hope this helps. Take care and God bless. Cliff .. . " Worry is like a rocking chair, it may keep you busy but doesn't take you anywhere. " . . . " All things are possible. Pass it on. " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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