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An inspired breakthrough that provides
Spiritual and Emotional Support to Persons with Cancer
The diagnosis of cancer creates a unique set of emotional and spiritual needs. And many studies are being performed to investigate the relationship between stress and the immune response. There is a growing belief that a clear relationship between stress and immune response will be proven.
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Testimonial from the Soul
“A few days before outpatient surgery for breast cancer, I started listening to the “Serenity” and “Courage” Guided Imagery CD’s from the Tranquilities Series. As my operation neared, I was increasingly scared and worried about the lumpectomy, the lymph node removal, and the biopsy.
The “Serenity” CD helped me to relax before going to sleep at night. The “Courage” CD helped me face the anxiety and fear of the operation and helped me sleep soundly the night before surgery. I repeated to myself, “I am courageous and victorious”, even while in the waiting room during the five-hour preparation time.
The Tranquilities Series helped my emotional preparedness for breast cancer outpatient surgery and improved my mental outlook during recovery from surgery and during the seven-week radiation therapy.
I’ve found an inner peace I did not have before listening to the CD’s. I can say I slept very well during this long ordeal.
Just knowing that I can listen to any of the imageries any time I choose is comforting and gives me a feeling of control. I can be in a safe place anytime I choose. It’s like these CD’s were made just for me.
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-- Roxanne McMillan
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Tranquilities can, at minimum, help your hospital or cancer center meet the emotional and spiritual needs. Tranquilities Series for Persons with Cancer is a five-step program that blends guided imagery, the patient's personal faith if desired, authentic environmental sounds, music therapy, and aromatherapy into a complete package.
Tranquilities is more than just a simple relaxation CD. The professionals who put the program together carefully designed it to accomplish cognitive restructuring. Each CD uses appropriate metaphors that are employed in the imagery. As a result, the patient learns to view grief, fear and anger in a new and positive light. Consequently, self-esteem may increase and worry decrease.
Additionally, the carefully selected aromatherapy oil blends were chosen because of their historical use to help with each of the emotions. However, the imagery is skillfully crafted to allow the aromatherapy oils to create a conditioned response as well.
Tranquilities has taken guided imagery to a new level.
Tranquilities is with your patients 24 hours a day, providing reassurance, comfort, and guidance whenever needed.
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Each CD has three tracks. Track 1 includes scriptures and references to God, while Track 2 omits these. Use the track that is appropriate for you. Track 3 includes only the music and environmental sounds for use when you just want to relax or unwind.
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The Five Emotions Of Cancer - The Five Steps to Wholeness
The five CDs and corresponding aromatherapy oil blends in the cancer series systematically guide and support the patient to identify the five emotions persons with cancer typically experience, and then supports them mentally and spiritually through the five steps to wholeness.
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Sorrow - The diagnosis of cancer is often a traumatic life event, with corresponding grief, loss and feelings of sorrow.
The beautiful music, encouraging words of Rev. Donna Shenk and the sound of chimes on the Restoration CD along with the aromatherapy blend encourage the patient to regain a feeling of completeness and wholeness despite the diagnosis and impact on his or her life.
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Fear - Sorrow may create fears of illness, treatment, negative outcome, and its impact on relationships, family or career.
The realistic sounds of the ocean and encouraging words on the Courage CD along with the aromatherapy blend gently support and provide encouragement so patients can find the courage that is needed to conquer and move beyond their fears.
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Anger - Soon after the fear, anger is often directed towards others or turned inward.
The sounds of a gentle rain in the forest and soothing music on the Release CD along with the aromatherapy blend, and reassuring voices, gently guide listeners to learn to let go of anger.
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Self-Esteem - A combination of sorrow, fear and anger lowers self-esteem and may lower your immune function.
The sounds of a crackling campfire, the encouraging voices and the soothing music on the Value / Health & Healing CD, used along with the aromatherapy blend, support and encourage the patient to realize and reaffirm his or her self-worth and value, as well as promote a healthy immune function.
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Worry - Finally, it is easy to become filled with worry and anxiety that another sorrow will occur.
The Serenity CD includes the sounds of a gentle stream, uplifting music and encouragement. Along with the aromatherapy blend, they teach the patient how to relax their mind and body as they let go of anxious, busy thoughts, and instead, focus on positive, uplifting thoughts.
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