Has Being Spiritual Helped You Cope? Posted: 12-01-03 03:52am
Hi everyone, I am currently doing some
research on breast cancer patients, and in
which aspects spirituality or religion has
helped them through their illness (or if
it has at all) i.E to cope better etc. I
am interested in any views or opinions on
this subject matter in particualr which
aspects has being spiritual or religious
helped and in which aspects it hasn't. I
would be very greatful for any comments.
Thank you
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2 Months Late! Posted: 01-29-04 21:57pm
Hi, do not have breast cancer, but I can
tell you thru a cerebral anuresym 5 years
ago, and malignant melanoma 4 years ago,
that yes believing in god has helped me
thru this. Not only do I believe and feel
the spirit, and I have the mouth of a
sailor, but I am no longer afraid of
anything, because I know.........When its
all said and done, I am going home! Once
a person gets that close to death, knowing
this could be the end, you kinda come to
terms with reality. I started talking to
the lord on my own. And I just knew he
was with me all along. I can't explain
this feeling. I guess you just have to
experience this on your own. I would be
happy to talk with you if you care to
discuss this on private message. Not sure
if this was even what you meant, but it
does get you thru the rough times and
makes you "wake-up" reality
check......Makes one appreciate life and
all it has to offer!
