One must remain courageous to endure the journey of healing herself. At times she must necessarily face arduous tasks that may seem everlasting. Great tenacity is a prerequisite for success. For her to remain persistently on the path requires her acquisition of never-ending patience. Upon surrendering to the disease, her long awaited breakthrough becomes realized.

Life is meant to be a challenge that is treasured. Any success that comes to us too easily will usually seem less meaningful to us than it was meant to be because all that we can truly cherish must be earned in some manner. Everything that is appreciated must hold value, be respected and admirable. Getting to this desired destination requires “the big C word” commitment. Commitment is a strong word, however those who do not persevere and lose hope are bound to fail. Winners never quit and quitters never win.

In 1999 I had almost lost all hope. I was divorced, had abandoned my life dreams and was living without passions. In an effort to escape from my past I had journeyed north from LA to Santa Barbara California. My situation had become desperate.

I was seeking a new life but was managing terribly at doing so. Within six months my health further declined. At my worst, taking nineteen pills a day to maintain my stability, I soon discovered that obtaining the help and guidance that I needed for my recovery was beyond my reach and had to return to LA.

Turning point was a conversation I had with Paul Arroyo, from the Motivating Tape Company. I let Paul know how out of balance my life had become. He suggested that I list the five most important things to me and then get back to him.

After giving this some thought I went to my desk and started writing. Within an hour a list was created that included things like a fantastic love relationship, a happy family, lots of friends, a successful career, heaps of money, a comfortable home, great health, and world travel. I picked out the top five and then asked Paul what I was to do next with this list. He simply said to order them in importance and then starting with the top of the list work my way through it.

I eagerly went back to my think tank and started arranging and rearranging the order of my list. I asked myself over and over, “What is most important?” The sorting process was easier than I had imagined, since my subconscious mind already knew all of the answers that my conscious mind never focused on before.

My greatest self-discovery was about to unfold. Within seconds I quickly realized that my number one driving and motivating force is my health. Without it, I truly cannot enjoy anything else. How simple and yet profound an exercise this was. With my blaring awareness I now had something to focus on and become committed to.

Awareness of my inner spark propelled me into my upcoming five year seven month mission that resulted in my physical body becoming Rx free. Enlightening experiences followed one after another. Many incredible insights were gained. A system for my self-healing was nurtured and developed. Now I have much to share.

In the next issue: Denial with a smile will not remedy ones discomfort. She must confront her demons or never be rid of them.

© 2008 R.I.S.E.

Aleksonder has studied metaphysics and healing methods for over 30 years. Areas of expertise include health, fitness, nutrition, relaxation, peak performance and energy systems. Presently he studies with Dr. Skillas, is earning a Doctorate of Divinity from Inner Space and creating a school dedicated to the art of healing oneself. Regal Institute Self Empowerment - Atlanta 404.419.6449