Dr. Beverly Rubik is a retired college professor who taught energy medicine and mind-body approaches in integrative health graduate programs. 6 years ago she was diagnosed with moderate-to-severe arthritis of the hip joint. Her concern of an invasive hip replacement, the standard allopathic treatment, led her to apply her professional knowledge of an integrative approach to her own condition. Then, going beyond standard medical knowledge, she investigated the root cause of her affliction. As a result she has been overcoming hip osteoarthritis without any drugs or surgery. Her regimen involves enhanced self-care, with an anti-inflammatory diet, key nutritional supplements, physical exercise including walking, dance, weight lifting, yoga and other postural exercises, as well as phototherapy and microcurrent therapy. Her approach also involves “listening to her body,” and “talking to her body” with visualization and affirmations. Most important is her resolve and belief in her full recovery. She will tell the story of her personal healing journey, how a pet taught her a lesson, and share what has worked best. This presentation will be especially empowering and inspiring to anyone who has arthritis or other chronic diseases or conditions.