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Scenario

Why miraculous healing can create survivor guilt

My cancer went into remission and everyone says it is a miracle but I feel angry that God apparently chose me over other people in my support group who died.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Attributing medical outcomes to divine favor may generate complex emotions about worthiness and cosmic justice.

Your guide for this
Rumi
Rumi works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Faith and physical health — what research shows?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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