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The Power of the Mind

Writer's picture: Heather HansenHeather Hansen



For as long as I can remember, I’ve believed in the power of the mind. Mind over matter, visualization, belief leading to reality–I bought into them all. But I’m also a trial attorney, and as I say in The Elegant Warrior, in order to win your case you’ve got to have evidence. So I’ve always sought evidence of the power of the mind. I recently read a study that provided just that. Want evidence that your mind works wonders? Read on.



These patients’ beliefs changed their bodies. Now that’s power.


This study shows a few things. First, I believe it shows the value of trust. The patients trusted the authority of their doctors (not for long!) and therefore trusted that the leaf would or would not cause a rash. That trust led their mind in a certain direction. When I train people to become better advocates, we work on credibility because credibility and trust change us and our relationships.


Second, it shows the power of the mind. What you believe becomes your reality. The evidence is clear, in this study and in hosts of other studies on the placebo effect. The word placebo comes from the Latin “I shall please” I am pleased that our minds have such power. How will you use the power of your mind to change your life? Let us know in the comments!


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