“The concept of disease is fast replacing the concept of responsibility. With increasing zeal Americans use and interpret the assertion I am sick as equivalent to the assertion I am not responsible : Smokers say they are not responsible for smoking, drinkers that they are not responsible for drinking, gamblers that they are not responsible for gambling, and mothers who murder their infants that they are not responsible for killing. To prove their point — and to capitalize on their self-destructive and destructive behavior — smokers, drinkers, gamblers, and insanity acquitees are suing tobacco companies, liquor companies, gambling casinos, and physicians.”
“It is hard to talk about a middle ground for something that is a fundamental right.”
“If you don t take care of this the most magnificent machine that you will ever be given...where are you going to live?”
“If I told you to wish for good health, you would think I m ridiculous; but when I exchange the word wish for the word pray , you believe it can work. That is the disempowering delusion religions have brought us.”
“Your emotional state has a tremendous amount to do with sickness, health and well-being. For years, my husband and I lived on -- and because of -- hope. Hope continues to give me the mental strength to carry on.”
“You only get one body; it is the temple of your soul. Even God is willing to dwell there. If you truly treat your body like a temple, it will serve you well for decades. If you abuse it you must be prepared for poor health and a lack of energy.”
“Healthy people have a natural skill of avoiding feverish eyes.”