(TK from Hiroshima Prefecture/80s/Female/Housewife)
It has been more than 20 years ever since my life was saved by a major heart operation.
Since then, I have been living everyday wishing to give back to my family and society.
I am in my 80s, so I regularly visit several hospitals for chronic pain in my feet.
Doctors should know it; I used to take it for granted….
I tried to be a good patient by making use of Kami’s teachings, but I sometimes could not help being impatient and discontent when the test results did not turn out to be better or the pain continued to occur. In addition, the doctor’s response seemed rather businesslike to me, therefore my worries and anxiety deepened.
During that time, I read a church publication titled “The relation between Sickness and Health” in Kokoro no Tabiji series No.98, which made me realize what I was lacking. Somewhere in my mind, I took it for granted that doctors should know it because they are doctors, therefore I did not explain enough of my symptoms as well as my thoughts. I realized I did not even express my appreciation to the doctor who took care of me for many years.
The response completely changed by 180 degrees when expressing my sincere gratitude
“Thank you very much, Dr. xxx for taking care of me for many years.” When I told them with all my heart, surprisingly, the response from all the doctors changed 180 degrees.
I began to see their sincerity and their efforts made in order to give more explanations. I now receive their treatment with confidence and better trust.
What is most important is Learning and Practicing
This experience gave me an important awareness, that when I really trusted and respected doctors, they return their trust and respect. Also, what is most important of Kami’s teaching is not only learning, but also practice and live to abide by the teachings.
I will continue to reflect myself based on the teachings, and look forward to live a happy life even with my chronic illness.