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at the Institute in order to cure the body through the mind. But few
realize the power that the mind has over the body. A great deal of the
sickness which afflicts humanity has its origin in the mind, and can
only be cured by restoring the mind to health. There are very many
more than we imagine who are sick mentally. Heart sickness makes
many dyspeptics, for mental trouble has a paralyzing influence upon
the digestive organs.
In order to reach this class of patients, the physician must have
discernment, patience, kindness, and love. A sore, sick heart, a discour-
aged mind, needs mild treatment, and it is through tender sympathy
that this class of minds can be healed. The physicians should first gain
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their confidence and then point them to the all-healing Physician. If
their minds can be directed to the Burden Bearer and they can have
faith that He will have an interest in them, the cure of their diseased
bodies and minds will be sure.