Mind over matter. I'm not getting sick!

[bobby]

I've noticed that over that last 6 months or so that whenever I feel myself getting a fever or sore throat, if I can convince myself that I'm not sick I feel much better, almost like I have no symptoms of being sick at all. For instance, last night I felt myself getting a fever and a sore throat, I told myself half heartedly I couldn't get sick. Half-way through the night my fever was much worse and sore throat was worse as well, I told myself that I wasn't going to be sick and that I would be better in the morning. Well it's morning and aside from a very mild sore throat, I feel fantastic. I'm sure this could have been just a mild 12 hour bug, but I like to think that I overpowered the germs! Is anyone able to do this, or know of any studies related to attitude and illness? Any input or comments appreciated.
Thanks,
bobby

[CharlieShnoskyIII]

Are you still better?

[jfitty]

There are many studies showing the power of visuliation in the treatment for people with cancer, when they imagine the body fighting the cancer in their minds and it actually seems to help with cancer remission and tumour shrinkage, not sure about telling yourself you dont have a fever but hey if it worked for you then keep doing it.

Julie

[Steve]

Bobby,

I am happy for you that you're getting good results. If I may be so bold as to offer a suggestion, you may want to restate the subject of your thread as:

Mind over matter. I'm staying well!

I know it is a subtle difference, but when you talk about staying well, you emphasize the wellness and attract more energy to it.

Stay well and enjoy your good health.