There is no longer any doubt that the way we think affects our body: countless scientific studies have proven this fact. Former pharmaceutical scientist Dr. David Hamilton, through testing new drugs, discovered how deeply connected the mind is with the body. The control groups of patients in clinical trials showed improvement at similar rates to those who received the drugs. Thus, Dr. Hamilton decided to change the direction of his work and explore the relationship between mind and body. This multi-award-winning book, first published 10 years ago, explores the impact of visualization, belief, and positive thinking on the body, showing how we can use our imagination and mental processes to stimulate our defense and healing mechanisms to combat diseases, pain, and ailments. In this new edition, Dr. Hamilton has added four new chapters to discuss the latest information and remarkable new techniques. These include using imagery to activate the immune system - a method that can benefit cancer patients undergoing conventional treatment - the effective use of the mind to accelerate recovery from stroke, and powerful visualization strategies to facilitate recovery from injuries and ailments.