For some people, relaxing while facing a serious illness may seem like an impossible task. In this first session, you will begin by simply clearing your mind of all negative or fear-based thoughts concerning your condition. At the same time, you will learn to allow the natural healing power of your body to take over. The benefits from relaxation are immeasurable when it comes to fighting cancer. Dr. Patrick Porter will gently guide you through the first of many Strategic Mind Messaging, which will build for you a strong foundation for using the science of relaxation as a natural part of your cancer treatment and recovery.

During cancer recovery, many people have difficulty falling asleep or they may awaken in the middle of the night and struggle to get back to sleep. Your body naturally recharges and rejuvenates during sleep, which means a good night's rest is key to your recovery. This imagery will show you new ways to get maximum benefit from sleep. You'll start by releasing any negative emotions you may have about cancer. Any anger or fear that may be interrupting your sleep will be cleared from your mind. You will also learn a simple method for returning to sleep if you should awaken during the night. Sit back, relax, put an end to nighttime restlessness, and get the healing, rejuvenating sleep your body needs.

Your thoughts continually influence your brain to create either negative or positive states. Now you can gain control over your thoughts. You will learn to eliminate the emotions that feed cancer and to inspire the positive emotions that create an optimum healing environment. Through relaxation and guided imagery, you will awaken to the healing benefits of thinking positively even in negative situations.

With this process you will experience even deeper levels of relaxation so the true healing nature of your body can go to work creating the health you desire. You will discover techniques for eliminating emotional turmoil that might have you hanging on to negative habits and patterns. Perhaps a part of you wants to get well, while another part wants to deny the disease or is resisting giving up harmful habits. Now you can gain new life skills that will give you the best possible chance for beating cancer for good.

Science has proven that your brain can release over 30,000 different neuron-chemicals with a simple thought. Dr. Patrick Porter will help you discover powerful ways to organize experiences so that the negativity associated with cancer is minimized and you can relax and enjoy your time with family and friends. Negative emotions such as fear, frustration, and anger, along with physical pain, nausea, and fatigue, can limit your ability to relax and heal. Now you can use Strategic Mind Messaging and your mind's resources -- your internal pharmacy -- to go with the flow, relax, and set a course for healing and wellbeing. From this relaxed state of mind, your body can best respond to the treatment you and your health care professionals have chosen.