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Breast Cancer Be-Attitudes!

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Although I am not a breast cancer patient, I have been recently blessed with the opportunity to become more educated about it. A friend recommended this book to me. I thank that friend! I cried, I laughed, I learned. It's all about Attitude! (Read the book!)

I am undergoing surgery tomorrow and am so grateful that I had the chance to read this book first. I know that I can do this! With all the doctors writing, the therapists, and the author herself, I am thankful for the inspiration to keep up the fight! Great Book.

"If you are a breast cancer patient, you need no introduction to me, because you know me well already. I'm just like you...You and I have in common the unsettling feeling of our worlds shaken up, our schedules not in our own control, and the keen awareness of our own human vulnerability. When cancer strikes, it puts us all on even ground. Rich or poor, pretty or plain, waitress or CEO, it makes no difference. There is no escape route and the only special treatment we'll get is what's sent from heaven."

With this book, Sylvia Baker wrote one of the best books on the subject of breast cancer. It takes away the fear from surgery for those women who need to go through the process and this book offers lots of hope for the recover process. Baker herself is a breast cancer survivor and has gone through the whole ordeal. She wrote the book from the heart with the purpose of edifying and encouraging the reader, while being objective regarding the issue.

The author approaches the subject systematically, but always with the concern of the individual patient in mind. This book is highly recommended for everyone who was just been diagnosed with breast cancer or who is already in the recovery stage, and it's also a great and encouraging read for loved ones of breast cancer victims as it is a very helpful book -- one of the best books on the subject out there. Because of the excellent content, this book is just simply an encouraging read for everyone.

Impressive doctors' sections including the renowned Chris Wright, PhD of Cambridge University discussing his research on Tamoxifen; Doctors N. Joseph Haroun, fellowship in endocrinology from Hopkins and Melita Braganza, researcher at University of Maryland discussing chemotherapy and radiation therapy. For me, these are the highlights of the book. For my wife, they were the poetry, illustrations, and the myriad of helpful suggestions and insights into things people don't usually discuss.

Fabulously written account that truly not only informs but inspires and encourages. For the person who is trying to support a friend or loved one this is a great guide and truly enlightens. One finds themselves truly wanting to discover the next step of the process of the author, along with her insights. This book is not too long and not too scientific but does empower the reader with knowledge that even the lay person can grasp and understand. I left this book really sensing that our loving Lord does truly care about us and wants to walk us through any challenge and valley that comes our way.

This is a magnificent book, written by a woman whom I have known all my life and to this day she has never lived by the words "depressed", or "angry". Greatful and optomistic is her lot, and her mind constantly searching for meaning and truth. Her and her associates have done countless hours of research, interviewing expert Dr.'s specializing in the field of breast cancer treatment. This book will nourish it's readers, leaving them with self confidence, and knowledge as to what lies ahead enabling the reader to make the most intelligent decisions concerning treatments, and our most important decision, our attitude.

Reading this book it is hard to feel too glum although breast cancer is it's subject. For women who have been through some of what the author has experienced, whether the medical ups and downs or the personal struggle with faith and hope, this book provides empathy and sustenance. With humor, intelligence and relevant information, Ms. Baker gives women a peek into the experiences so many of us will go through and survive, perhaps even thrive. You just have to read her tale of what she heard while waiting for surgery! One of those things we all can laugh at only after the fact; to be able to laugh, love, and believe is the theme of this great little book.

Sylvia (my precious little sister!) shares her personal story in a humorous manner, emphasizing the importance of keeping a good attitude and your eyes on God. She's included lots of good medical information about the various treatment options, written by health professionals, which will help you understand the medical side of the story. This book is easy to read and can even be used as a devotional, read a chapter at a time. She's included poetry, recipes, and tips for helping those you love in times of crisis. Go ahead - Buy the book! Love ya, Syl!