Befriending the Wolf

Milly Diericx was diagnosed with Lupus Erythematosus Systemicus in 2001. Her diagnosis inspired her to search for alternative means of dealing with this condition. She is now a dedicated therapist, teaching proven methods that bring solace and hope to others. She lives in Mexico City with her family.

Introduction


The Essential Triad


What Color Is Your Reality?


Chapter 1 Solving the Mystery


My Story


Ignorance Is Bliss


”I Think She Has Lupus”


Turning Point


From Last Rites to Recovery


Chapter 2 Finding Answers


Discovering Myself through Research


Changing Paradigms


Defining Lupus in My Own Terms


Choosing the Path to Wellness


Identify Your Triggers


Life Situations and Physical Exertion


Hormonal Fluctuations


Spiritual Wellness


Chapter 4 Taking Control of Your Health


Exercise Your Ability to Choose


Cultivate Stick-to-itiveness


Keep Your Thought Patterns Positive


Set Small Goals


Stop the Emotional Roller Coaster


What is the worst the can happen?


What can I do about it at this time?


What am I really afraid of?


Chapter 5 Vanquishing Negative Emotions


The Physical and Mental Level of Emotions


Identify Negative Emotions


Change the Beliefs That Feed Your Thoughts


Choose Happiness


Liberate Negative Emotions


Orient your body and your life


Chapter 6 Staying Well, Living Life


Tips for Minimizing Physical Symptoms


Alternative Treatments, Therapies, and Diets


Balancing Your Body’s Chakras


Chapter 7 Adieu and Godspeed


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