Anatomy of an Illness as Perceived by the Patient

Reflections on Healing and Regeneration

By: Norman Cousins

Narrated by: Mikael Naramore

The power of laughter triumphs over illness in Norman Cousins's bestselling classic memoir that revolutionized medicine.

Norman Cousins's iconic firsthand account of victory against terminal disease, Anatomy of an Illness as Perceived by the Patient inspired a revolution, encouraging patients to take charge of their own treatment.

A political journalist and activist, Cousins was also a professor of medical humanities at UCLA, where he studied the biochemistry of human emotions and their relationship to healing. When Cousins was hospitalized with a debilitating collagen illness, he decided to take his health into his own hands. Cousins and his doctor combated the disease together by creating a regimen of laughter and vitamin C specifically calibrated to his needs. Against all odds, the treatment worked, proving to Cousins that a positive attitude was key to his improvement.

Years later, Cousins set pen to paper to tell the story of his recovery. In this humorous and insightful account, Cousins analyzes his own journey in relation to holistic medicine and discusses the astounding power of mind over body. The result is an inspirational and educational guide to health that continues to offer hope to many.

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Mind over matter 01

This book is perfect for my situation. Dr says, I'm terminal. But, it's mind over matter like this book teaches me.

Quick listen

Excellent perspective from the often ignored Patient's point of view. Quick yet impactful listen.

Excellent mind over matter

Well written. The human touch of love, compassion, hope and belief can be lost in technology and busyness. Must read.

Great, information, motivational

Loved it! kept me on my toes. I would difinetly recommend it to everyone interested.

Anatomy of an Illness is truly inspiring

It's a great encouragement to those who cherish health and well-being, and even more to those who might be descending the slope of life as the result of an Illness. It's a powerful message of empowerment, of the possibilities of recovering the will to live and enjoy life and all it presents to us.

Anatomy of an Illness as Perceived by the Patient

Loved listening to it. What I needed to hear. Good narrator. Nice voice and rhythm.

A Must Read !!!

For anyone working in the medical field. The power of the human mind as a vital component of health and recovery.

Miracle do happens !!!!!

In general, We all know basic principles of how to live our life (taught by our parents/teachers from childhood) but somehow consciously or unconsciously don’t focus. This book is more about telling you MIRACLES that your brain does when you follow the basic principles of life e.g. Always laugh, don’t hurt anyone, sacrifice your ego, jealousy, anger, sadness and respect others. Medicines developed by scientists and researchers may not cure or heel your diseases but basic principles of life helps lot.. a true story of author !!!

Excellent!

Narrator! Thank you! You did a fabulous job and kept my attention :-) author, thank you thank you, thank you! Thank you for sharing your research things that some of us know, but cannot prove you settled my soul on many phenomena. Your professionalism is much appreciated!Thank you! Highly recommended this book! NMRK

Must read for ALL doctors

This book should be required for all Dr.'s and medical providers. Definitely is a simple but effective tool for medical treatments