Dear Louise

Louise L Hay is a metaphysical teacher and best-selling author of 27 book s including, You Can Heal Your Life,  Empowering Women,  Meditations to Heal Your Life,  Letters t o Louise, and The Power Is Within You.

Since beginning her career as a Science of Mind minister in 1981, she has assisted thousands of people in discovering and using the full potential of their own creative powers for personal growth and self-healing.

 Louise’s works have been translated into 25 different languages in 33 countries.

Dear Louise

I looked up in your book, Heal Your Body to read what you say about brain tumors. While I accept and sense what most of the affirmations and causes suggest, I don’t understand how the word computer works. I assume you meant ‘thought input’ when you say to ‘reprogram the computer’ of the mind—is that correct?

The affirmation I am doing is: All of life is change, and my mind is ever new. Do you suggest anything else? Thank you!

I.N., Los Angeles, CA

Dear I.N.,

I think of our minds as computers. The thoughts in our minds are the files. It’s always a good idea to go through these files on a regular basis, deleting any negative thoughts or beliefs. I have the feeling that the “rules of the house” were very rigid during your childhood. This often results in a person who grows up to be quite untrusting of Life.

The affirmations I recommend are: I am deeply loved by Life. Every part of my body is healthy and whole. I think only thoughts of love. Love heals me. Life loves me. I am safe. All is well.

Dear Louise,

I’m writing today seeking your help, as I have a semi-rare disorder. Since my childhood, I’ve been mildly allergic to the sun. In recent years, it’s gotten much worse. I can’t go outside in the summer even to mow my lawn. A 15-minute ride to work leaves any exposed skin covered in a horrible, itchy rash. I don’t want to be confined to a prison the rest of the summers of my life.

What thought pattern causes this? Any affirmations you have would be most helpful. Thank you so much.

P.C., Detroit, MI

Dear P.C.,

On a physical level, I would like to suggest that you explore a few things. First, nutrition. Food can have a marked effect on allergic responses. Next, acupuncture often rebalances a body that has gone out of balance. Next, homeopathy is another natural form of rebalancing bodies. Even hypnosis could help your condition.

The thought patterns that contribute to all dis-eases are anger or fear. And the answers are forgiveness and self-love. Forgive those whom you feel have harmed you. Forgive yourself. Remove every thought that keeps you from loving yourself. Love your skin. Caress it and tell it how much you love it. Look in the mirror often and say, “I love you. I really love you.” This can work miracles in your life.

Dear Louise,

I’ve been trying to work on my finances for six months ever since I lost a job. I’ve been getting by with the help of jobs that don’t pay nearly as much as I used to make and through assistance from my family. I also crave romance in my life. I’m just looking for a woman to hold in my arms and kiss at this point. I haven’t had that happen to me in more than five years. What do you suggest?

C.R., Atlanta, GA

Dear C.R.,

As you move through your days, keep repeating to yourself: “I am lovable, and everybody loves me”. Look in the mirror and repeat this often. Love yourself so much that you even put a smile in your liver. The love you’re seeking is also seeking you. These affirmations, if repeated often and with joy, will bring good experiences of all kinds into your life. And please take the expression “Yes, but…” out of your vocabulary. Just stick with the positive affirmations and see what happens! All truly is well.

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 for someone you have probably only known for a month or so. My guess is 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.

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