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 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 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. 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 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 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, repeated with joy, will bring good experiences into your life. And please take the expression “Yes, but …” out of your vocabulary. Just stick with positive affirmations and see what happens! All truly is well.

Dear Louise,

When I was a child attending elementary school, I had a hard time reading and spelling and one of my teachers would belittle me. He would make me stand up in front of the class and try to read or spell even though he knew I was having a difficult time. Everyone in the class would laugh and make fun of me. So now, when I attend a group or workshop, I have trouble talking or reading out loud. I’m uncomfortable and embarrassed in front of other people. What can I do?

H.M., Los Angeles

Dear H.M.,

I have the utmost compassion for the ordeal you went through at school. I have a feeling you experienced a lot of shame at home, also. Please reread the second page of the “My Story” chapter of, You Can Heal Your Life. I relate a similar incident from my childhood having to do with a piece of cake. Other events probably already happened in your life that gave you the feeling you deserved to be shamed. Please don’t allow this incident to mar your entire life.

It’s time to grow up. Put this experience in perspective and release yourself from shame by forgiving this teacher. Do the exercise on page 70 of my book. If you do this every day for a month, you will be released from the prison you have put yourself in. It’s time for you to get on with your life.

Affirm: I am no longer a child. I am a wonderful adult person expressing myself freely and joyfully.

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