Anonymous: “
My brother-in-law has offered to pay all expenses for me to see an Ayurvedic Practitioner that he sees for treatment in New Jersey. I have seen one before here in my state. My viewpoint is that despite how ill I am, it would be putting my faith into Eastern Medicine, instead of in Jesus Christ, for my healing. Am I correct in my view? Would you explain further, and why it would be unwise to seek healing from this type of Practitioner?"
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AE writes: "Here is one subject that I hope you will write an article about: ear candling. Not only should people be aware that ear candling is a nightmare for audiologists and ENTs because of so many people who end up burning themselves, but it's pretty much quackery that's been promoted by "holistic healing" gurus. Even though the FDA has banned ear candles, I still see them being sold at even pharmacy chains."
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New Age thought control techniques continue to evolve, and the latest version attempts to marry the Law of Attraction with neuroscience and the Reticular Activating System of the brain. It’s catching on, even in some Catholics circles where it’s being used in spiritual formation. What’s it all about and can Catholics use it in their quest for sanctity?
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We’ve all heard the adage, “It’s all in your mind,” but what exactly does that mean? Can the mind really trick us into thinking we’re sick, or that we’ve been healed?
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GH asks:
"I have a question about “Herbal Magic” weight loss program. Is this a safe weight loss program or are these people using new age or occult methods to help people lose weight."
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Have you ever wondered why people are so convinced that therapies work, even when there is no science to prove it? Almost every New Age alternative has a website full of testimonials from people who really believe the technique worked. Are these people lying or just deluded?
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CA writes:
"My sisters combine the 'theology,'--and I use that term loosely--of the book, The Secret, with solid Catholic teaching. They both have devotions to the saints, the rosary, go to Sunday Mass, etc. That’s why I find it so troubling. Something in my gut tells me this book’s advice cannot be fully reconciled with the Truth found in our Church. . . . (D)o you have any information that specifically addresses the issues of using the mind to “create a life,” and how does one factor in God’s will into that?"
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Sue writes:
“I have been struggling with anxiety disorder for three years after illness and a breakdown. I am getting much better, but have some hard work ahead of me. However, I rightfully lost faith in my last therapist and had to find a new one. Sadly, I do not have access to a Catholic therapist in my area. I had to start seeing a new secular therapist this past month. I have been making good strides, but he likes to use a form of hypnosis in order to open my mind and feed some positive thoughts. I told him I do not feel comfortable with hypnosis due to my faith. He has done some guided hypnosis on me and I feel so clear headed after, but after discovering he has been doing hypnosis, I have become leery of it. I do not want to be misled and have found various opinions on the subject in the Catholic circle. What should I do?"
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KH writes: "
Just wondering what you can tell me about T. Harv Eker, his program Peak Potentials and his book 'The Secret of the Millionaire Mind. I know he quotes Marianne Williamson in the book which immediately raises questions."
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MH writes:
"I have a very good friend that absolutely adores Joyce Myers. Am I right to say she's another prosperity gospel teacher? I've heard some of her talks before, and the only thing I can discern, is that as a Protestant, she interprets Scripture differently from us Catholics, which I know is to be expected. She speaks on topics that one could easily relate to; such as, how it's wrong to talk about others behind their back. Is it okay to listen to her, if I remember that her interpretation of scripture is wrong? Or is there more I should know so as to not listen to her?"
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