... upcoming answers
are the guiding principle of dealing with cancer
... upcoming answers
are the guiding principle of dealing with cancer
Cancer> A wakeup-call?
Let`s see what it has to tell ...
Psychooncology
Targeted, therapeutic support in all phases of a cancer disease
First of all, please come to see me as early as possible in the course of your illness. Preferably at the time of diagnosis. Why? At the beginning of a cancer illness you have to process a lot of information and make some groundbreaking decisions. This is better done with a clear head. This means, for example, that we process the shock of the diagnosis as quickly as possible, as this will provide you with a lot of energy, which you can then use again for treatment and recovery.
A confirmed diagnosis of an oncological or other serious illness can have an impact on all areas of your life: health, psychological, emotional, partnership, social and sometimes even existential. Some people describe it as if the rug has been pulled out from under their feet. They feel helpless, at the mercy of others, panicked - their own existence is suddenly destroyed. Especially if no physical symptoms were apparent and the diagnosis came as a surprise. Cancer is associated with dying, but thanks to advances in diagnosis and treatment in oncology, in many cases this is no longer the case.
In order to cope better with the disease and the treatments, a precise anamnesis of your individual overall situation and personal coping strategies developed from this, will help to provide you with optimum support. I will gladly and competently accompany you.
more: Interview mit Dr. Alexandra Kleeberg OnlineKongress "Krebs&Bewusstsein" vom 26.11.2021
What factors favor the development of cancer?
The graph clearly shows how diverse the causes can be, that contribute to the development of cancer. And that these factors have both, direct and indirect effects. There is no definitive answer as to why a person develops a tumor. Even if regional, gender-specific or in certain population and age groups specific types of cancer occur more frequently, e. g. special malignant lymphomas in Asian countries.
There may be a hereditary predisposition to particular tumor entities. This is revealed by germline tests and shows whether mutations “only” occur in the tumor tissue or whether they were/are also inherited, which can be important for the choice of therapy and, among other things, for family planning.
Stress: an interesting approach that is self-empowering - what do we focus our attention on and in what quality? How and what do we think, for example, about ourselves, about others, about our lives? These thoughts stimulate the brain to produce specific neurotransmitters that correspond to this thought pattern. These in turn keep the body permanently in stress mode, caused by a predominantly negative mind. Stress thus indirectly promotes the development and maintenance of cancer on a physiological level. And since stress is usually part of life in one form or another, we can look for approaches here: how can stress be avoided? And learning other ways of reacting and thinking can also help to cope better with stressful life circumstances.
Cancer is an individual disease
Even if it sounds weird: every cancer seems to have a kind of “personality”. The classification and localization of the tumor can provide clues as to which dynamics favor the disease from a psycho-emotional perspective. However, there is no 1:1 causality because a variety of triggers must be taken into account.
Psycho-oncological support strengthens. Not only your mind.
For psycho-oncological support, this means pursuing versatile approaches that aim among other things, to strengthen your mind and immune system and, above all: to bring your complete system into relaxation. Your well-functioning immune system is the factor that you can influence the most, based on stress reduction and as much relaxation as possible, plus a few other factors.
All psycho-oncological interventions aim to improve your quality of life, provide clarity about your treatment, reduce anxiety, stress and pain, reduce feelings of guilt and shame...
We also explore every relevant corner of your life in search of what is helpful: are there personal challenges that you have overcome successfully, what about complementary medical concomitant therapies, supporting people, your hobbies, sports, job, nutrition, life goals, heart's desires ...?
Especially in the treatment phase, it is important to maintain your ability to act and make decisions, to motivate you and, with the help of your own resources of strength, to mobilize confidence, fighting spirit and self-healing powers.
You will be able to master intermediate goals more easily if we work together step by step on everything that lies ahead of you.
Self-empowerment is one of the most important factors in the course of your treatment.
The greatest power comes from realizing that you are the "captain" of what is going on now.
That means in specific, knowing about your abilities and possibilities and how to support your healing process by using them targeted. "Being the captain" is based on: you are accepting your disease and you become aware of your personal and unique way through the disease. That`s self-empowerment = self-efficacy.
Self-empowerment therefore also means that you help to shape how your treatment and your further path should proceed. First of all: Listen to your inner voice - and trust, even in the face of resistance and doubts, this is where your strength comes from.
Your belief in the chosen (oncological) therapy has a positive effect on your physical and mental well-being. So it´s about your inner consent, whether you trust in recommended therapy and practitioners. Most physicians usually welcome self-determined and educated patients, since conscious consent to therapy is helpful for their motivation for therapy and perseverance. We can say, your attitude with which you go through treatment is essential.
Regardless of which therapy you choose: we should do everything to activate your self-healing powers.
You may talk to other specialists as well: a second opinion gives strength!
"Acceptance is the basis of any change. That means acceptance, and not the fight against the disease brings you into your power."
What does it mean? If you are motivated or were animated to fight against your body's own cells, you put yourself under additional pressure to succeed. That in turn causes stress! Better do good and work with your body as a team! - Maybe he has something to say? ;-)
To escape the "Why me?" trap, better ask:
"WeCancer": Relatives and loved ones
Cancer influences not only the lives of those affected but also relatives and friends, which is why the term "WeCancer" was coined. You could also say that cancer acts like a magnifying glass on relationships. Many things that lie dormant become more perceptible through the impacts of the disease, the desirable as well as the undesirable.
For example, sometimes patients actually manage their situation quite well, but unexpected reactions of those around them can be difficult. They often lack their strength to express their wishes, reject well-intentioned treatment methods or cope with fear of others, overprotection, helplessness or excessive demands. Sometimes they also feel guilty about being a burden to others.
The aim is therefore to get people close to you on board as supporters, as a harmonious, social environment is one of the foundations for your recovery.
It is advisable to become aware of (family) communication patterns. Unspoken assumptions, well-intentioned silences, hints: for a person going through such a stressful time, clear and affectionate words are worth their weight in gold. People in pain and anxiety cannot and do not like to interpret or assume, and do not always like to explain themselves. Mindful, precise and conscious communication helps to avoid misunderstandings.
Expressing your own state of mind is an exercise for everyone in this system. This also helps to respond to the changing needs and moods of others. It's also okay to say a clear 'no' if someone is overloaded. Everyone involved needs to be patient and have a deeper understanding of their own needs and the needs of others.
Because roles within a family can change as a result of the disease and therapy, it can be useful to come to my practice together with your partner or loved ones.
Children who have problems coming to terms with what has happened can also receive professional support here together with the whole family.
Psycho-oncological support is particularly helpful for people who have no relatives and no support and would otherwise have to cope with this situation alone.
Free from symptoms = cure?
Why is this important for you? Doctors and treatment providers will do everything they can to put your body in a state free of symptoms and pain. For various reasons, oncology looks at you from a 5-year perspective, and therefore assesses the success of an oncological therapy over a period of 5 years. Normally, however patients not only want to survive this period, but would like to have even more good life ahead of them. What can you do yourself to lead this desirable state of “free from cancer” to a stable state of health? In other words, to make the likelihood of a recurrence of the disease unnecessary?
Remember: "You are an individual, so the course of your cancer is individual."
Work with your consciousness, this is where you can take action for yourself, aiming for cure:
If you like, I will show you how you can use your thoughts or more precisely your consciousness to help ensure that your illness is hopefully "just" an experience. An "event" that under certain conditions (!), can go out of your life with gratitude.
I will be happy to explain to you personally about these conditions, and more about the background and possibilities of the power of your consciousness.
And also that there is a point at which the divine, the higher consciousness, wants to be recognized: without belief in a higher, loving power it doesn't work. Which means, the experience of illness and therapy ideally awakens the desire for life and the acceptance of what life brings with it.
Deep relaxation, a pleasant trance state
"Work" on your recovery - with deep relaxation. We activate unconscious resources in a very pleasant way, based on your individual, inner images, which can set your self-healing in motion, and of which you may not have been aware until now.
Hypnotic states, depending on your condition, provide a good foundation for working through anxiety, pain, shock states (e.g. diagnosis shock), grief, worry and nocebos. Nocebos are, for example statements that you might unconsciously follow: predictions about how the disease will progress or statements about how your state of mind will develop.
In addition, you can make contact with your "guest" almost as if you were asleep. It is amazing what insights a "conversation" like this may unearth! You are exploring your body to find out for yourself what and how you can contribute to your recovery and well-being. And to a certain extent this also counteracts possible states of exhaustion and fatigue (fatigue).
Personalized Self-hypnosis - put on your headphones and relax!
Relaxation based audio files especially tailored to you, helps you to be well prepared for the ongoing therapy and to cope better with their possible side effects.
Because once your subconscious is "on board", you will experience inner empowerment by subsequent, repeated listening to self-hypnosis instructions, that are individually tailored to your challenge, resources and your current situation.
You will feel more protected, confident, clear and calm. In addition, the subconscious mind by itself supports your body in various ways, such as: fears fade into the background, metabolism, circulation, immune system, wound healing, blood pressure, wake-sleep rhythm, digestion... So, that´s a brilliant way to awaken your dormant allies.
Communication with doctors
Only about 10% of the content of a critical doctor|patient conversation is remembered (!).
An unexpected diagnosis or an incidental finding can trigger a shock which, if not processed, inhibits or completely prevents the ability to absorb further information. You may hear the doctor's words, but the content is difficult to process. Discussions about someones disease are a challenge and generate pressure. Also because technical terms have to be 'translated' first, and because time pressure, fear and pain paralyze. All of this makes it difficult to concentrate on asking questions and absorbing the usually complex information.
Understandable information are the basis for your decisions.
For a better understanding: conversations about diagnoses and therapies are emotionally demanding, even for physicians. Oncology is a scientific field that demands extraordinary professional qualifications and a great deal of heart and soul from physicians.
Switching from this rapidly evolving, scientific world to a conversation with a person, who may be emotionally needy and mostly a medical layman, is a truly masterful challenge - for both sides. That is why I offer to discuss difficult issues with you in advance.
Where can I get helpful and reliable information about my disease?
Hier finden Sie auf den Punkt gebracht, was Sie über Ihre Erkrankung wissen sollten:
Umfassende Beratung zu Ihrer Erkrankung, Ernährung, Komplementärmedizin etc, wissenschaftlich fundiert im TZM-Blog (english also)
Hier finden Sie Informationen zum ganzheitlichen Behandlungsansatz:
Für Mütter und Väter, die an Krebs erkrankt sind und die ihren Kindern ihre ganz persönliche Lebens-HÖR-Geschichte als kostbares Zukunftsgeschenk mit auf den Weg geben wollen:
Informativer und lebendiger Podcast, wie Betroffene Ihre Erkrankung erleben:
Karen Abel: Leben mit Krebs - Let`s talk about cancer
Kostenloses Brustkrebstelefon | Hotline Breast Cancer:
0800 0 117 112
Facebook-Seiten:
Good cooperation with all your treatment providers and therapy-related contacts is desirable and important. I will be happy to accompany you, just write or call me: 089.65114255
Mitglied Projektgruppe Psycho-Onkologie
am Tumor Zentrum München
