It's not about curing the disease, but healing the life; then the physical benefits come.
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I have learned to become not an M.D. but a 'C.D.' for the wounded people I meet. Yes, a 'Chosen Dad' who may not like their behavior but loves and reparents them and helps them to heal their lives and find self-worth and self-esteem and save their lives.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of nurturing and unconditional love in helping others heal and regain self-worth.
Bernie Siegel highlights the transformative power of love and support in the healing process. By positioning himself not as a medical doctor but as a 'Chosen Dad,' Siegel underscores the role of emotional connection and guidance in helping wounded individuals overcome their struggles. He advocates for nurturing relationships that foster self-esteem and personal growth, suggesting that compassion can be as vital as clinical intervention in the journey to recovery.
Themes
LoveHealingSupportSelf-WorthCompassion
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about mental health awareness, you might say, 'We all have a 'Chosen Dad' in our lives that shows us the power of unconditional love.'
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