This is a suggested list of hopes and expectations for recovery.

• My operation is a success.
  
  
• I ask inflammation to leave my body.
  
  
• I ask toxins to leave my body.
  
  
• Deep within me is the power to heal myself. I let go of concern as I trust this healing power.
  
  
• I am healing easily.
  
  
• I am calm and relaxed.
  
  
• I am surrounded by the love of family and friends.
  
  
• I am filled with love.
  
  
• God is with me and my doctors.
  
  
• The entire hospital is filled with loving energy from the prayers and good wishes of family and friends.
  
  
• I trust my doctors
  
  
• I trust my body's innate ability to heal.
  
  
• I trust in the support of a loving universe.
  
  
• I see myself easily performing activities that I enjoy. (possibly dancing, gardening, playing with a child or grandchild)
  
  
• My body is strong and healthy. I am strong and healthy.
  
  
• My hand or knee or hip (whatever was operated on) is healed and healthy.
  I use it easily as I go about my daily activities.
  List specific activities that you now perform easily. For example, cooking, sewing, driving a car, work related activities.

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