Peru E.B. (68 years old, male)

〔Attacked by unexplained pain〕

　Since around 2004, when I retired as a professor of the literature school at the university, sitting and walking for about an hour hurt my back and lower back. It wasn’t so severe pain, so I didn’t mind and continued to live as usual. After about half a year, I started to feel a sharp pain that stung me even if I didn’t do anything. It was very painful because it lasted for a long time, and I slept in bed all day once or twice a week.
　I was worried that this might be some kind of illness; so, in February 2005, I consulted with my doctor. I had a blood test, a urine test, an X-ray test, and a cancer test just in case.
However, the results of the tests were that “everything was normal.” I was prescribed a pain reliever, “take this when it hurts,” and left the hospital.
　After that, I started taking painkillers when I had pain. At one point, the pain was alleviated and it became easier; but as I continued to take it, the effect gradually diminished. Therefore, in June 2005, I went to the hospital again and consulted with a doctor. Then, a painkiller that was more effective than before was prescribed.
　That kind of life continued for four years. During that time, I changed my medicine several times, but my symptoms come and go. I have had gastritis since October 2005, probably because I was taking strong medicine every day.
　My biggest concern was my wife. After I retired from the university, I was discussing my retirement plans with my wife so that we could live happily with a small pension. However, when I suddenly got into this state of constant pain, I began to have various thoughts like, “Is this state going to continue until I die?” or “If I became bedridden, my wife will have a hard time caring for me.” I became anxious. By increasing the number of bedridden conditions without improvement, the conversation with my wife naturally decreased, the family environment became darker and harder than before. The enjoyable retirement plan seemed to collapse rather quickly. I myself have become very tired physically and mentally from this kind of life.

〔Pain improves〕

　Around March 2008, I suddenly remembered the “Improvement Case Report” that introduced the effects of the Okada Purifying Therapy, which I read about at the university library where I used to work. I went looking for it.
　The case reports contained improved cases of various diseases, and I learned that there are places in Peru where Purifying Therapy can be received. I went to the MOA Peru Wellness Center on April 9, 2008, thinking that I might find a clue to solve my symptoms that cannot be dealt with by modern medicine.
　I applied as a collaborator because the center was just beginning a research on Purifying Therapy.
　I received Purifying Therapy for about an hour from the therapist for the painful part of my back, lower back, and kidney. Then, the pain in my lower back was alleviated, and I was able to sleep soundly that night for the first time in years.
　I thought, “I can’t believe it since the therapist was just holding up his hand toward me.” I was able to get rid of the pain in just one hour. I thought to myself that if I continued this therapy, I would be able to get rid of the pain I had suffered with for many years. I may be able to restore communication with my wife and my enjoyable retirement plan. I have hope for my future life.
　I went to the center the next week as well. At that time, I heard from the staff of the center that I could receive a doctor’s health consultation, and at the end of April, I was examined by Dr. P.
　I asked Dr. P to look at the test results so far, but he said, “There are certainly no abnormalities in the test results.” He advised me, “Why don’t you continue the Okada Health and Wellness Program, especially Purifying Therapy, and see what happens?” I also decided to do so because the result of the first Purifying Therapy was good.
　After that, I continued to receive Purifying Therapy as a collaborator of the research. I also participated in a health promotion seminar to experience the ikebana flower arrangement.
　From the end of May, my pain was gone like I never had pain before. My physical strength was recovering. I could finally spend the day without taking painkillers. I feel a little uncomfortable around my back and hip now, but compared to before, my body is lighter and I feel better.

〔Awareness from Mokichi Okada’s articles〕

　I like reading books, so I asked the staff at the center if there were any books related to Okada’s philosophy. Then, I was introduced to some of them. I bought a booklet titled, “Gratitude,” and went home and read it immediately. It is a really wonderful book and I read it all at once.
　”Gratitude” was something I hadn’t really paid attention to before.
　When I got sick, my wife and other people around me were really kind and worried, and they gave me various consultations. In particular, my wife took care of me overnight, such as continuing to rub the painful areas during hard times.
　However, I realized that I was thinking that “It’s natural for others to take care of me because it hurts.” I felt sorry for my wife, and one day I took the courage to say, “Thank you for supporting me when I was having a hard time.” Then, my wife shed tears and was pleased.
　I have read many books so far. I also read various philosophical books such as Socrates, who is said to be the father of philosophy. I have read Plato, a disciple, and Rousseau, who philosophized the ideal teaching method. However, the articles written by Okada were a philosophy that I had never encountered before. What’s more, the MOA people have inherited Okada’s intentions and are practicing concretely, which is very wonderful. I hope that these articles by Okada will be available more widely. I wish many people will come across Okada’s philosophy and be happy.

〔I want to help people suffering from illness〕

　Thanks to the Okada Health and Wellness Program, I can now go out for a walk with my family and enjoy eating while having a conversation. Our dark home has returned to the bright and peaceful home we used to have, and I can now talk with my wife again with dreams and hopes about our future plans.
　I also wanted to volunteer as a therapist at the center to help someone who is suffering from an illness like I used to be.
　When I consulted with my wife, she kindly agreed, so I joined MOA on July 19. I immediately took a therapist certification course. As I proceeded with studying the outline and practical aspects of Purifying Therapy, I was excited to say, “I used to be the recipient, but now I am the one who helps others as a therapist.” I’m looking forward to participating in the certification course every time, and my wife once said, “You’re acting like a child.”
　I took the certification exam on September 30, passed it successfully, and obtained the certification. I have taken various tests during my lifetime, but I felt that this test had put an end to my difficult life, and I was deeply moved to tears. From now on, I would like to do my best as a therapist.

〔Wife’s comment〕

　When my husband said that he had a pain in his back and lower back, I thought, “Well, he is getting old, and it’s normal for some parts to hurt.” It seemed to get worse day by day, and by the time about half a year had passed, there were days when he couldn’t sleep at night. The only thing I could do for my husband was to rub the painful part. It was hard for me to see my husband suffering from pain by my side, and I had to spend many sad days.
　One day, my husband said, “I borrowed a book from the university library.” He then showed me a book called “Improvement Case Reports.” To be honest, I couldn’t believe it even when my husband asked for my opinion. However, I agreed by saying “If there is no cure methods, why not try it?” I also had the feeling of willing to try anything that would help him.
　My husband then went to the Peru Wellness Center and received a therapy called Purifying Therapy. On that very day, his pain was lighter and I was pleased that he slept well that night after a long absence. It’s been a while since I saw a smile on my husband’s face, so I was very happy.
　After that, he went to the center every week to receive Purifying Therapy. Together we participated in health promotion seminars. As my husband says, the center was like a family atmosphere. As I experienced Purifying Therapy, flowers and tea, I felt that my tiredness healed at once.
　Now my husband is back to life and smiles are back in our family. We go shopping and walk together, and the dining table is back to a peaceful and enjoyable home. I am grateful to the Peru Wellness Center and Purifying Therapy.

〔Comment by Dr. P〕

　I saw Mr. B on the day he received his third Purifying Therapy.
　In advance, I asked him to bring the results of his medical examination and X-rays. As his doctor said, there were no abnormalities in the test results. However, he said that he sometimes hurts so much that he cannot sleep at night.
　Many of the patients I have had suffered from symptoms like Mr. B for many years. In modern Western medicine, it is difficult to identify the cause, and prescribing painkillers is the best. However, taking medicine every day can also be very stressful for the patient. Furthermore, side effects such as gastritis are also a concern. In fact, Mr. B has been suffering from gastritis since he started taking painkillers.
　This time, Mr. B was told me that “the first Purifying Therapy reduced my pain and made me sleep at night,” so I suggested that he continue the Purifying Therapy while taking painkillers. Then, he recovered rapidly. I was honestly surprised at the remarkable recovery situation when I actually saw it.
　I think it is a great gospel for people suffering from similar symptoms that Mr. B has been released from his suffering and returned to a healthy family.