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    The Gift Within: Autoimmunity and My Enlightening Path Through My Journal of Affirmations, Dedications and Heartfelt Poetic Expression.
    The Gift Within: Autoimmunity and My Enlightening Path Through My Journal of Affirmations, Dedications and Heartfelt Poetic Expression.
    The Gift Within: Autoimmunity and My Enlightening Path Through My Journal of Affirmations, Dedications and Heartfelt Poetic Expression.
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    The Gift Within: Autoimmunity and My Enlightening Path Through My Journal of Affirmations, Dedications and Heartfelt Poetic Expression.

    By Margie Kugler

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    In 2001, I was confronted with the most frightening challenge of my life, the diagnosis of a disease called scleroderma. I gradually learnt that this was no ordinary condition, as both my immune and vascular systems are compromised. The body is overproducing collagen throughout the bodys cells, tissues, organs, and systems, causing scarring or fibrosis. I felt strongly compelled to stay positive and explored many areas of help by seeking medical, holistic, and spiritual ways of healing.

    My book reveals the challenging and yet empowering journey I am living. Through a natural desire to express myself, I began writing my thoughts down daily and led to much insight and inspiration. My journal of poems, affirmations, and dedications brings to light a culmination of years of fear, bravery, pain, faith, desperation, and enlightenment.

    I sincerely hope this reaches the many thousands of people who are struggling just like me, dealing with their day-to-day tribulations of managing an autoimmune disease. I endeavour to deliver comfort and recognition by openly sharing my story and I wish with all my heart and soul that it helps people in some reassuring way or hopefully in a most miraculous way. This is my dream.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBalboa Press
    Release dateMay 13, 2013
    ISBN9781452573571
    The Gift Within: Autoimmunity and My Enlightening Path Through My Journal of Affirmations, Dedications and Heartfelt Poetic Expression.
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    Margie Kugler

    Born in Perth, Australia, Margie was raised the ninth child to loving Italian migrant parents. At age thirty-nine, she was diagnosed with scleroderma, a rare and incurable autoimmune disease. Margie’s humble, spiritual and positive values have helped her nurture constant faith in her body’s own ability of healing itself. The importance of a holistic approach to healing was a major part of her transformation, and Margie’s poems are a sincere, emotional insight, which she shares in hope of helping others on a similar journey.

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      The Gift Within - Margie Kugler

      Copyright © 2013 Margie Kugler

      All rights reserved. No part of this book may be used or reproduced by any means, graphic, electronic, or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, taping or by any information storage retrieval system without the written permission of the publisher except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical articles and reviews.

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      The author of this book does not dispense medical advice or prescribe the use of any technique as a form of treatment for physical, emotional, or medical problems without the advice of a physician, either directly or indirectly. The intent of the author is only to offer information of a general nature to help you in your quest for emotional and spiritual well-being. In the event you use any of the information in this book for yourself, which is your constitutional right, the author and the publisher assume no responsibility for your actions.

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      Balboa Press rev. date: 05/09/2013

      Contents

      My Book: To My Mother Bettina

      A Positive Beginning Triumph Over Illness

      Introduction: The Beginning

      My Journey… . From July 2001 to Present day

      Acknowledgements

      Chapter 1 Survival

      Being Cared For

      Steering Your Own Way

      Self-Empowerment

      Adapt To Thrive

      Allergy To Msg

      Back To Basics

      The Power Within Us All

      Letting Go

      Never Retreat

      No More Mercury

      Determined Yet Flexible

      The Bounce Back

      Moderation In Moderation

      Chapter 2 Bravery & Fear

      Honesty Not Fear

      Fear Backwards Raef

      More Raef

      Raef

      Many Ways To Turn Fear Around

      Living Fierlessly

      Fear Not

      Character Building

      Chapter 3 Sadness & Despair

      No Other, Like Me

      Re-Awaken Our Fighting Spirit

      Sabotage, To Fill The Void

      Let Go, To Receive

      Scleroderma Triggers

      I Am Not Well. Get Serious

      My Tummy Crisis

      Body Wake Up Call

      Where Is My Fortitude?

      Lost In The Confusion Of Defeat

      Be True, Feel… . Every Emotion

      Caught Up In Sadness

      A Child Of Mine

      Behind The Scenes

      Trust Again In Me

      Complementary Thoughts

      Infection Reflection

      A Chilling Moment

      Relax… . Hold The World In Your Hands

      Chapter 4 Courage & Faith

      The Gift Within

      Perfect Time

      I Am Deserving

      Move Forward With Your Inner Feeling

      Stick To The Solution

      Courage Or Fear

      I Am Worthy

      Live Every Heartbeat

      Sheer Faith… . The Way Out

      Catching A Falling Star

      Relief At Last

      Chapter 5 Compassion

      Awakening For Others

      Sharing My Love

      We Are All The Same

      Share Your Gift

      Help Me! Help You!

      Sincere Reconciliation

      Sharing Your Sorrow… Sets Us Both Free

      Dreams Of Healing

      About Them, Not You Flowers To Your Enemies

      Be Kind… Speak Up Now

      Co-Operation

      One For All

      Help Someone In Need

      Be A Comforter

      Share And Serve

      Not Crazy, Just Wounded

      Doing For Others

      Heavenly Visit

      Chapter 6 Dedications

      Remember The Love

      Smiling Bettina

      Angelina, Our Rock

      Magical Operation

      Magnetic Force Of Healing

      A Christmas Wish For Us All

      (Watch A Sleeping Cat)

      A Powerful Message

      John Edward… . The Spirits… .

      My Families God Sent Charity

      Heaven In Our Own Backyard

      The Student Became My Teacher

      Our Spiritual Souls Connect

      They Await Our Searching Mind

      My Words Are Felt

      Being Love

      Easter Sunday

      Friendship Re-Connection

      Wonderful Feedback

      Remembering Ma, On Mothers Day

      Fibrotic Tension

      Baby Dolphin (Me)

      World Scleroderma Day

      Scleroderma Hero

      It Is Xmas!

      Light A Candle

      Melissa… . Thanks

      It Lifted Our Spirits

      A Lions Heart

      Heal My Energy

      I Cry For Us

      My Reconnection Healing

      The World Is Waiting

      You Allow Me To Feel

      Oh! Dear Slaffi

      The Need To Shine

      Our Pets Healing Nature

      A Crease In Time

      Chapter 7 Love

      I Forgave… Then There Was Love

      Live For Today

      Love Is The Answer Accept All Change

      Love For No Reason

      The Storm Is Over

      Detachment

      Love Behind The Pain

      Valentines

      Be Kind To Be Free

      Love By Example

      Chapter 8 Gratitude

      Thankful Now

      A Thousand Reasons To Be Grateful

      I Am Blessed

      The Art Of Wellness

      Home Sweet Home

      Life Is Where You Place Your Emphasis

      Another Day Of Gratefulness

      Persistence A Way Of Life

      Foresight And Providence

      I Am Now… Shining With Gratitude

      Fortunate With Adversity

      The Last Teardrop

      Chapter 9 Guidance & Insight

      Home Made Bread

      Possibilities And Signs

      Move Forward With Your Inner Feeling

      Live As One, Not Watching In Corners

      What Is Focused On, Is Heard

      Acknowledge Your Success

      From Limitations To Certainty

      My Guides Show Me The Way

      Reclaim Your Boundaries

      Each Challenge Is A Gift

      Many ‘Aha’ Moments

      Act On A Thought

      Moving Forward

      Many Bodies… . Many Spirits

      Generosity and Forgiveness Fulfils All

      Reckoning The Night Before My Operation

      The Bigger Picture

      Our Mind The Galaxy

      Ride The Waves Of Insecurity

      Do Things Differently

      Back Within Me

      Think Outside The Box

      No More Tension

      2012 Neptune Is Back… . After 164 Years

      Be A Witness To Gods Love… Not A Heroin

      Redeem Your Self Worth

      Awareness, An Ingenious Way To Heal

      Chapter 10 Inspiration & Intuition

      The Best Way To Live

      Guided Inspiration

      Breathe Your Dreams

      Awaken

      Home Sweet Home

      Sharing Your Day With Nature

      Peace At Last

      Commit To Nature

      I Watch In Awe As Time Goes By

      Meditate And Recover

      Heaven In My Own Space

      A Purpose For Everyone And Everything

      Good Friday

      Healing Sounds

      To A Higher Frequency Trust Your Vibes

      Good Luck To Us All

      Accept

      The Way To Peace

      Solutions In Solitude

      Look Into Your Eyes

      Downfall Of Doubt

      Our Veil Of Distinction

      Play

      The Unfolding Of Truth

      We Come From Source

      Dread To Mastery

      My Ease Is Making Me Whole

      Listen And Accept

      Chapter 11 Surrender & Enlightenment

      Surrender To Your Spirit

      Live For Today

      Like A Tree

      Wish Them Well

      Being Grateful As If It Is Already Achieved

      I Need… You Need

      No Inner Fear… . Radiates Love

      Do Not Despair, Your Efforts Are Blossoming

      Expect A Miracle

      Ask, Without Fear

      Just Do Discipline And Timing

      Had Enough! Move On?

      Looked After

      Rest With Joy

      When We Surrender

      Letting Go

      A New Dawn

      Life Without Defeat

      Finding Your Way Home

      Splendour

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