Bad night: Soft Kitty

Really bad night dealing with chemo side effects. Not feeling so hot, but Soft Kitty really helped me calm down!

Low Blood count.....

Soft Kitty!

Sometimes a good song helps through the wicket times and the pain!

Was not a good night. Stoma, started bleeding and I was fearful of having to go to the ER. 

First congrats for Michael J. Fox for getting nominated for his contributions towards research in regards to Parkinson's, but least lets not forget all the others that have made contributions and have received high honers by WebMD.
   It takes great character to stand up and take action while in the life-long progress of facing a debilitating disease. But perhaps like myself I find new strength not only within myself to keep going, but through people like Mr. Fox. This new strength that Mr. Fox and I seem to share surly awakens ambitions that keep the maddening sickness at bay; positive mindset not only is a factor but as in this article, following a set of steps that are well defined will help anyone cope.
  Like Mr. Fox-cancer has robbed me; taken away almost everything I had dreamed to do. But it has not stolen my spirit or will to continue living. And even everyday is a challenge I look towards the future; past the darkness that surrounds-like drowning in an endless sea; finding a guiding light that baths me in a healing light allows me to heal. In any case we would all like to go back into the future, turn back time and warn ourselves of our impending future, But the tribulations that we face like Mr. Fox, or many face we would not discover ourselves or even find cures. We would not grow or learn new things. Make new connections.  
   Michael J. Fox battles Parkinson's and even though its not cancer it still takes dedication and research to find a cure. Mr. Fox says it best "You have to take your time and do what you need to do....where there's no good or bad or right or wrong...you accept it."
   During my battle with this Colon Cancer  I have had to take my own mental steps to ease my mind from the pain of going through treatment. Mr. Fox points out "Only when my body couldn't keep still was I able to find the stillness in myself." I can take this and form it into my own mindset. Find the stillness within myself, Where I say my mantras and good thoughts about my current condition. I say I am in remission. 
   Like a lot of foundations I am trying to take knowledge that I find and share it to the best of my ability, hoping that it will help those not only facing Cancer, but will  help them heal. Mr. Fox has taken the steps by founding the Michael J. Fox Foundation-seeking cures for Parkinson's.
  Read the article to find out what other steps Mr. Fox takes to keep himself going in WebMd Nov/Dec 2014.

Michael J. Fox Foundation

Updated Fundraiser

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 Cancer Robbed Nick

A New Prescription

When I bought this book online through Amazon-I thought it was going to be nonfiction, but it was a fictional story line with a real plot that twisted me into wanting to discover a cure for cancer. But alas if I did so would have to be careful not to get caught up in a espionage.
    Indeed, as this book offered some helpful advice in using alternative methods; used for to treat cancer, but have been deemed not a valuable source by organizations like the FDA.
   In retrospect its difficult to confront my oncologist about my use of alternative methods while still undergoing western medical treatments. I fear that if I do (which of course this blog presents) other factions that manufacture the chemotherapy drugs could come out of the woodwork and take after me. Its a real possibility, and as I'm not so much dwelling in conspiracy theories I'm sure many would agree with me.
  Please buy this book and visit the website.

Dear Nicholas,

"Thank you very much for the kind feedback, and I am glad you enjoyed the book!

Indeed I am now working on a non-fiction book on this very topic. My research for this book has changed my opinion quite dramatically on how best to approach cancer treatment, compared to when I wrote The Eden Prescription. I originally ignored diet, but now find this to be key in supporting the body's immune system and also a successful outcome from conventional / alternative treatments. In particular, a very high vegetable content, alkalizing diet is of key importance, as well as eliminating added sugars and minimizing saturated fat (in particular from animal sources). Raw vegetables are usually better than cooked with the exception of carrots, where cooked is better and juiced is best (for alpha carotene absorption). In my opinion, this should be the foundation for any cancer prevention / treatment program.

Also, whereas oncologists originally ignored the immune system, we know now that the body's ability to infiltrate a tumor with immune cells is one of the best predictors of survival. Therefore mushrooms and their extracts are of prime importance, and it appears that they synergize with green tea in this (reasons why are complex). So this is also an important consideration."

I hope this helps!

Bests regards,

Ethan Evers

P.S. By the way did you know I have a Facebook page "The Eden Prescription" where I post updates on natural medicine / diet for cancer?

No Rush Attitude

Often I'll watch Dr. Oz (but until a a month ago we did not have a Television all summer.) Which was fine with me. But now I sort of got to get caught up with what he has been discussing. Other than following advice from his website I came across and article "Time Good Life" I myself have always been a rush. One appointments to the next. One task done and onto another protect. I guess in a way I need to stop and smell the roses. Enjoy the fresh air. Bask in the sun.
 Dr. Oz cover how to take back time from your busy life. "One way I steal back time is by surrounding myself with people I trust." Its often that I worry about a lot of things. Especially now that I am fighting Cancer and dealing with financial issues. Stop that worry and surrounded yourself with people that you trust states Dr. Oz. I also agree that we need to focus on the moments in our lives that make us happy and not let those ideal get in the way of living a full and healthy life.

The Inner Critic

A thousand voices echo within my mine, casting hysteria within. Stirring my mind and body into madness. These voices-these inner critics thriving in the chambers of my body have made it difficult to focus on healing. Indeed, in order to stay healthy and keep a positive mental attitude during your illness it would be easy just to push away that critic that is telling you horrible things. Like how you will not make it through the day or even beat your illness.
  However, in a way we must tap into our inner critic. Face it head on. In New Connections Magazine Oct. 2014 an article explains about facing down your inner critic . Author Doris Helge State " Communicating with the inner critic instead of running away." Indeed, I've taken it upon myself not to let this critic destroy my life and instead tune into what it is saying. Often I take these emotions and put them into my work-photography and writing prices.