You recently read a letter from me on the air. I am truly honored. I'm the Marine who has had a few health issues starting at age 38. The letter is all fact. However, after listening, I think I failed to accomplish my objective. I wrote in reaction to a recent female caller who was told she has an autoimmune disease which will be fatal in 10 years. She sounded resigned to her fate. I think she should challenge her fate.
Through my mishaps opportunities, I've learned that in some cases a positive attitude can defeat medical issues better than medicine. One doctor told me that avoiding stress, eating the right foods, and getting plenty of rest often produces better results than many medicines, with positive side effects rather than those listed for most prescriptions. For example: eating right, sleeping well and being happy don't cause diarrhea!
My intended point was, ten years is a long time. Medicines may get better. Lifestyle changes and a positive attitude may change the outcome of the medical problem. This has happened many times and will continue to happen. I've heard doctors look at good charts and say "I'll never be able to explain this." Even if the outcome doesn't change, the intervening ten years should be more enjoyable for everyone. Live life like you're going to live. Life is a blessing and an adventure. Be grateful for the blessing and enjoy the adventures.
Kevin
