Debby Blettner

Visualization: What Powerful Things Can You See?

Visualization: By Dr Jason Han PhD in 1999 Disclaimer: Notes recorded by Debby Blettner This next chapter for the Cancer Retreat is about Visualization and Meditation breathing techniques, and a final note. Athletes use visualization to achieve and break records. Students use it to pass exams. Businessmen use it to help their business. We use it to help our health. First make verbal affirmations,Continue reading “Visualization: What Powerful Things Can You See?”

Encouragement – An Enormous Gift For All Of Us

“One of the greatest gifts a person can give another is support.” Unknown By Debby Blettner I was desperate for a great shot of encouragement. In the late 1990’s my husband was given immediate surgery to extend the three months of life expected from his diagnosis with aggressive testicular cancer. I felt it was unfair to be so heavily tested, especially my faith and belief. My childhoodContinue reading “Encouragement – An Enormous Gift For All Of Us”

Unconditional Joy and Happiness: Can I Be Happy?

Lecture about Joy and Happiness: By Dr Jason Han PhD, In 1999 Disclaimer: Notes recorded by Debby Blettner Dr Han asked for a show of hands as to whom in the group was happy. About 50% of the group responded with a “Yes.” Life is full of simple pleasures. An Epicurean – is someone who loves food. Don’t look outside for happiness, all the ingredientsContinue reading “Unconditional Joy and Happiness: Can I Be Happy?”

Aromatherapy- If You Try It You Might Love It

Tags : AromatherapyEssential Oils Category : Cancer Self-Help Emotional Healing By Dr Ivy Bullen in 1999 Disclaimer: Notes recorded by Debby Blettner Aromatherapy is TLC, tender love and care, treatment. Lavender oil heals burns, broken skin, it has incredible healing power. Aromatherapy Products are absorbed into the blood stream. The oils, being pure, are very strong, and it is advisable to get professional advice beforeContinue reading “Aromatherapy- If You Try It You Might Love It”

CoVid Era: Focus On Boosting Your Immune System

By Dr Jeffery Bland PhD: COVID-19: New Research, New Commentary I find myself receiving many calls and emails from people who are primarily asking me about three things: Do I think the restrictions that have come to define 2020 are the right approach? Is COVID-19 equivalent to a flu? Will the new mRNA vaccine beContinue reading “CoVid Era: Focus On Boosting Your Immune System”

Application of Radiotherapy In The Treatment Of Cancer

Application of Radiotherapy By Dr Barry Cassidy 1999 Disclaimer: Notes recorded by Debby Blettner This next lecture was from Dr. Barry Cassidy, a speaker from the Radiotherapy Institute who will discuss the application of Radiotherapy in the treatment of cancer. Radiology and Chemotherapy work together, Radiation Oncology. There are a few methods used: 1) Ionizing radiation 2) Teletherapy – external beam therapy. The machine rotates. Linear excellerators are used to giveContinue reading “Application of Radiotherapy In The Treatment Of Cancer”

Chemotherapy. Is It More Harmful Than Helpful?

What is Chemotherapy? Lecture From Dr Koo Wen Hsin in 1999 Discaimer: Notes recorded by Debby Blettner Dr Koo Wen Hsin is an Oncologist visiting Perth WA, from Singapore. He sat in the audience, as a student, for 3 days before surprising everyone by standing on stage giving us all a lecture! His lecture is about Hospice Care. What is Chemotherapy? CytotoxicContinue reading “Chemotherapy. Is It More Harmful Than Helpful?”

Helping Life To Be Better!

Tags : LaughterThree Phases of Grief Category : Cancer Self-Help Emotional Healing Hope and Faith By Dr Pat Giles in 1999 Disclaimer: Notes recorded by Debby Blettner Introducing: Dr. Pat Giles, Formerly Associate Professor of Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology OB-GYN, University WA. He is an acclaimed speaker for Western Australian graduate Doctors and Medical Students. Presenting: A lecture on “Helping lifeContinue reading “Helping Life To Be Better!”

Everyone Has a First Time To Face New Experiences

By Debby Blettner I was not brave, I was scared stiff, but the curiosity of the dive, knowing Who was “holding my hand”, gave me courage. Diving can be thrilling! My first dive came after I was pushed into a 30 meter diving pool at Beatty Park Swimming Pool in Western Australia when I was 15. I found myContinue reading “Everyone Has a First Time To Face New Experiences”

The Immune System: Helpful Gifts For Our Survival

Lecture From Dr Ivy Bullen in 1999 Disclaimer: Notes recorded by Debby Blettner Immune System: Dr Bullen first explained about the different cells present, the T Cells, T Helper Cells, T Suppressor Cells, Natural Killer Cells and B Cells. The Thymus is the training ground for the immune system and is located under the chest bone, the sternum. Tapping this area, with your fingers, at least 20 times per day has theContinue reading “The Immune System: Helpful Gifts For Our Survival”