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What  goes  on  in  our   minds
affects our  bodies;  according
to  Blair  Justice,   Ph.D. Be-
liefs, thoughts  and  attitudes
can  alter hormones  and neuro-
transmitters  (messengers  that
allow cells  to "talk"  to  one
another; and  also control many
of   the  physical   functions)
levels.

Our immune systems can be weak-
ened  by  what  we " entertain"
ourselves  with  mentally.  Too
many  stress hormones  can lead
to  cholesterol  build-up   and
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heart disease. High readings of
these chemicals can  also lower
the  antibody   activity   that
protects us against tumors  and
foreign  invaders.  Feeling  we
are in charge of our lives, can
stop   stress   chemicals  from
climbing     to     destructive
heights.  Being open  to change
and  having  an   attitude   of
involvement  can strengthen our
immunity.

On the  other side of the coin,
feeling  helpless  can  depress
our immune  system and decrease
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