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In July 2014 Greg was diagnosed with stage 4 mesothelioma and given a prognosis of 6-12 months. Mesothelioma is a rare and deadly cancer caused by asbestos, the only scientifically proven cause. “They say you only start to value something in your life when you are faced with them being gone. Fortunately for us we had shared a life full of fun experiences and loads of learning and laughter. It is true, wisdom = valuing the things you have, while you have them. Uncle Rej passed away on the 14th of October, 4 months after you were diagnosed. Life just kept serving up reminders of how fleeting it is. Sitting behind you at the funeral shook me to the core. Watching while Mum spoke through tears of her memories & love of her only brother. I was so scared of you not being part of the future. I was still in shock and denial, pretending all was OK and we could get through this. Greg worked for both James Hardy & BP during his apprenticeship where he was exposed to asbestos frequently. Greg valued work and always gave selflessly in pursuit of a successful career. He lived a very clean and healthy life, was mindful of what he ate, didn't drink or smoke and would meditate daily. As with every diagnosis and subsequent prognosis it all came as a massive shock. To give some perspective to the bond Greg and I shared, we described each other as best friends, shared similar ways of seeing, yet often challenging each other in debate to test resolve and seek to understanding of all ways of being. Confronted with the news, I researched alternative treatments that could be combined safely with the Chemo & Radiotherapy Greg had decided to accept. The first thought was of the Amazon but considering the limitations we faced in regards to time and distance, I realised that local custodians would also hold ancient healing wisdom right on our doorstep. I had mentioned the idea to Greg & he was receptive, so, I made the booking & sent him the ticket. At that point I hadn't confirmed we could see Frank for the dates I booked or even if he was in town. When I made the enquiry, Sue, who assists Frank with the bookings had said "Sam, if you are happy to just go with the flow, everything will be as it is meant" We started out on the 21st of November 2014 for a few days in Alice Springs. The intention was to catch up with Frank Ansell, Ngangkari. The Ngangkari are spiritual healers who have passed their ancient wisdom from generation to generation practicing touch & spirit healing. Meeting Frank was an experience neither of us will forget. We had no idea what to expect. On meeting Frank & sitting with him a feeling of total calm & peace engulfed us. Frank performed a healing on Greg by placing his hands above his head & singing an ancient song. He then clasped the energy from my brothers chest and pulled it out, releasing it to the universe. He spoke of his teacher & of his path & of ours, unique & all encompassing. We too are healers, believers & of god. Sitting with Frank was a life changing experience. On leaving our energy is incredibly light & infinite, no fear, no doubt, only love, peace & gratitude. Greg was for the first time in a long time free of pain. No aches, No pain. No cancer. We will all pass from these bodies but our journey is eternal. Words don't do the experience justice. It is more than words, it is feeling & knowledge. We are blessed, we are well, we are great spirit. There comes a time when all the conditioning and influences that brought you to that moment, no longer dictate the person you unwillingly choose to be. The key to reacting less is choosing to act on how we want to feel, not on how we feel. To walk in the shoes of another opens hearts and minds Intention of being become us, show gratitude in choice creation where love is the only law.