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DEAR LOUISE

Dear Louise,
I am an individual who has utilized your books for many years with respect to physical aliments, their causes, and the affirmations that can be used to relieve them. I have studied extensively with a Native American shaman and have always been open to alternative treatments. I’m about to turn 38 years of age and have recently been diagnosed with endometriosis. The doctor has recommended surgery. I have never required any medical intervention in the past and am reluctant to proceed with this course of treatment. I would sincerely appreciate it if you could tell me what belief has caused this ailment, and any affirmations that might remedy it.

— G.D., San Antonio, Texas

Dear G.D.,
I would never discourage the use of traditional medicine in the healing process. God works in and through the medical profession just like everywhere else. Whenever I visit a medical professional, I always affirm that every hand that touches my body is a healing hand. Integrating the needs of the whole being (body, mind, and spirit) is the most successful path to living a life of wholeness and health.
The vast majority of women who have endometriosis drive themselves relentlessly in the outside world. It is our bodies trying not to let us forget our feminine nature, our need for self- nurturance, and our connection with other women. It is time to direct your personal power to loving and healing yourself. Remember that nothing outside of us has the power to change anything. The healing must come from within, and it absolutely can!
As Christiane Northrup, M.D., says in her book Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom, “Anything that improves immune system functioning and increases the flow of energy in the body is apt to help endometriosis,” so ease up on yourself and love who you are. Follow the path that seems right for you. Affirm: I love and nurture myself on all levels. I experience balance, peace, health, and harmony in every area of my life.

Dear Louise,
There is one problem that doesn’t get very much attention: obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), especially pure obsessions not connected to compulsions, such as aggressive or sexual imaginings. When you have aggressive obsessions, the idea that your thoughts become reality is very scary. What can I do? Can you tell me more about the problem of having obsessions?

— H.K., The Netherlands

Dear H.K.,
We all have fantasies of various forms of violent thoughts. However, not everyone acts on those thoughts. The difference between someone who does commit a crime and someone who doesn’t is that the criminal acts on those thoughts. The more you think a certain kind of thought—whether aggressive, violent, or sexual—the more that type of thinking consumes your energy. Ultimately, that’s what you attract into your life, because our thoughts are magnetic. Our goal is to attract more loving people and more loving experiences.
When you think compulsive sexual thoughts, you will attract people who are sexually compulsive. You will find people who want to use you as you use them. Then you will be left feeling emptier than before. Obsessive-compulsive thinking is just another habit. It usually has roots in some sort of childhood trauma. Going back and healing the initial trauma is usually what is required to heal the compulsive disorder. I would suggest some therapy so that you can release the past.
Affirm: The past no longer exists, and I can change my thinking to thoughts of peace.

Dear Louise,
This situation I’m in seems like such a cliché. I’m an actress working in a play, and I’ve fallen for my leading man. I haven’t told him this, but he has made numerous inferences that he loves me, too. At first I thought I was confusing the play with reality. However, we have developed a friendship that is removed from the play and, by accident, we have fallen deeply in love. I am torn in two because I have a loving partner of three years who is totally devoted to me. Living together is very easy and comfortable, and I remain faithful to him. However, I have never felt a passion for my partner, the way I do for the actor.
I am about to burst. Suppressing the emotion I feel for the new man is making me
depressed and unfulfilled. Soon the play’s season will end, and I will no longer have that outlet. I don’t want to leave my partner, yet I can’t help letting this other man distract me. Please help me, because this situation will reach the breaking point soon if I can’t change it into something positive for everybody.
— S.K., New York

Dear S.K.,
My dear, as you implied, this is a very common occurrence. Handsome leading men often seem irresistible.
First, I suggest you talk to the actor and ask where he stands. He may have no idea how magnetic the relationship appears to you, and he might be more than happy to go on to the next play and the next leading lady. So you need to communicate your feelings to him and tell him that you’re in a committed relationship.
Second, you mention that you are very happy with your current relationship. Take a hard look at whether you would be willing to throw away three years with that person for someone you have probably only known for a month or so. My guess is that you already know the answer to this question.
We are each under the law of our own consciousness. Your strength comes from your connection to Source. Living in constant gratitude and appreciation brings good into our lives. Forgive the past and live in the now. Only you can know what is right for you. Remember to love yourself first and foremost, always nurturing your perfect essence each and every day. Best of luck in your career and with this choice.