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Eagle's Therapy Management & Consultancy (Since 1982)
60 Eu Tong Sen St, #03-25,
Furama Hotel (Chinatown).
Singapore 059804
www.eaglestherapy.com
60 Eu Tong Sen St, #03-25,
Furama Hotel (Chinatown).
Singapore 059804
www.eaglestherapy.com
Content
Acknowledgements
Foreword The Way of Life
Naturopathy and Christianity
Preface
Reverend Samuel Sia
Ms Wendy Lee Guan Lin
Mrs Desmond Shen née Chua Kay Tse
1. My Life Journey
2. On the Path of Stardom
3. Naturopathy - Natural Therapy
4. Religion: My Perspectives
5. Pillar of Faith: Christianity
6. Praise the Lord!
7. To Desmond, with Thanks!
8. Questions from Patients and Healing Prayer
9. Faith and Food for Thought
10. Epilogue
Appendix: Testimonies
Foreword The Way of Life
Naturopathy and Christianity
Preface
Reverend Samuel Sia
Ms Wendy Lee Guan Lin
Mrs Desmond Shen née Chua Kay Tse
1. My Life Journey
2. On the Path of Stardom
3. Naturopathy - Natural Therapy
4. Religion: My Perspectives
5. Pillar of Faith: Christianity
6. Praise the Lord!
7. To Desmond, with Thanks!
8. Questions from Patients and Healing Prayer
9. Faith and Food for Thought
10. Epilogue
Appendix: Testimonies
About the author
- Singaporean, born on 24 June 1963.
- 1980 - Macpherson Secondary School - GCE “O” Level.
- 1981 - Circle School of Design - Intermediate Grade B.
- 1981 to-date - Studied Natural Therapy for 34 years, with determination to help his mother who was diagnosed with cancer. She has now fully recovered
- 1982 - 2000 – Thanks to his business acumen, he amassed wealth from businesses spanning various industries eg, Interior Design, Health Industry, Property Investment, Food & Beverage Industry and Trading.
- 1983 - Circle School of Design – Diploma.
- 1985 - RWO-SHR Health Institute International - Special training, Permanent Member.
- 1985 - Pursued his studies in Chong Ging Chinese Physicians Centre (Singapore), Dean - Mr. Luo RongJi.
- 1986 - Singapore Broadcasting Corporation, SBC (now Mediacorp) - graduated from 7th Professional Drama Performers' Training Course.
- 1988 - 1994 - Acted in dozens of TV drama and Tele-movies.
- 1989 - Awarded “Artiste with the Most Potential” by Singapore Press Holdings (SPH) The New Paper Readers’ Choice.
- 1990 - Left SBC for a year.
- 1991 - Awarded SBC’s “Male Actor with Best Attitude” and “Artiste with Best Potential.”
- 1992 - Awarded “Best Local Actor” by SPH Shin Min Daily News.
- 1993 - Awarded SBC’s “Top 10 Most Popular Actors.”
- 1994 - Left Television Corporation of Singapore, TCS (former SBC).
- 1994 – Interviewed in China for the program “Celebrity Interviews” by Shanghai Television Station
- 1994 - RWO-SHR Health Institute International – Conduct Lectures (certification no. A94001).
- 1995 – China Traditional Martial Arts Recovery Association - permanent member, President (Singapore).
- 1995 till today - Invited by various social organizations, schools, community clubs to speak on and teach foot reflexology.
- 1998-2013 - Made guest appearances in charity movies and TV dramas.
- 2001 – Received Jesus Christ as Personal Saviour.
- 2008 - Participated in Christian gospel theatrical performances.
- 2014, 2015 - Award Presenter at Mediacorp’s Star Awards.
- 2015 - Produced personal evangelistic programme, including a video production to publicize it.
- 2016 - Asia-Pacific Elite Entrepreneurs Association (AEEA) - Natural Therapy Advisor / Honorary President.
- 2016 - Enrolled in Christian theological seminary.
- 2016 – Popular Readers’ Choice Awards 2016 (Singapore)
Life is a stage, a theatre.
The stage mirrors life.
From poverty to wealth, then bankruptcy, divorce, suicide...
Became a monk, later on a devout Christian...
A life journey more dramatic than any dramas acted in.
But its trajectory was far from tragic. From the dark valley, emerged, and found the road leading to life.
Preface
Preface: Reverend Samuel Sia
Even though I read Alive in one sitting, it took me a while before I penned this preface. I was stopped in the track, to ponder on Desmond’s life and the many lives this book would stir!
Desmond’s acting career has been truly dramatic—splendidly entertaining, simply brilliant.
Although he stressed that he is not a pastor, preacher or an elder, his spiritual journey is a transcendental, living testimony of how he braved untold dangers. His life experiences enabled him to help many who were lost and sick. He worked tirelessly, exploring the issues regarding sickness and death, in an attempt to translate the true meaning of “life” to many. I, as a beneficiary of his Natural Therapy treatment, am convinced and filled with admiration for him!
If you are sick, and cannot see the road ahead;
If you are seeking for the one who determines the boundaries of age;
If you are very pious and religious in every way;
If you have failed, and thought you would never get up again;
If you are very smug, and believe success comes only from working hard;
If the effort you have put in only gives you strings of disappointments,
Would you please thoroughly read this book, Alive, and walk in “the way of life”?
The Southern Fujian people describe those who are foolish and go the wrong way as “walking without knowing the way”! I believe this book will point you to the right direction, and introduce you to Lord Jesus Christ, who is the “the way, the truth and the life”. To those who are suffering from sickness, do not “walk without knowing the way”, or feel despair. I am sure Desmond will be most willing to walk “the way of life” with you.
Reverend Samuel Sia
St. Stephen’s Parish, Philippines Anglican-Episcopal
12 January 2016
Even though I read Alive in one sitting, it took me a while before I penned this preface. I was stopped in the track, to ponder on Desmond’s life and the many lives this book would stir!
Desmond’s acting career has been truly dramatic—splendidly entertaining, simply brilliant.
Although he stressed that he is not a pastor, preacher or an elder, his spiritual journey is a transcendental, living testimony of how he braved untold dangers. His life experiences enabled him to help many who were lost and sick. He worked tirelessly, exploring the issues regarding sickness and death, in an attempt to translate the true meaning of “life” to many. I, as a beneficiary of his Natural Therapy treatment, am convinced and filled with admiration for him!
If you are sick, and cannot see the road ahead;
If you are seeking for the one who determines the boundaries of age;
If you are very pious and religious in every way;
If you have failed, and thought you would never get up again;
If you are very smug, and believe success comes only from working hard;
If the effort you have put in only gives you strings of disappointments,
Would you please thoroughly read this book, Alive, and walk in “the way of life”?
The Southern Fujian people describe those who are foolish and go the wrong way as “walking without knowing the way”! I believe this book will point you to the right direction, and introduce you to Lord Jesus Christ, who is the “the way, the truth and the life”. To those who are suffering from sickness, do not “walk without knowing the way”, or feel despair. I am sure Desmond will be most willing to walk “the way of life” with you.
Reverend Samuel Sia
St. Stephen’s Parish, Philippines Anglican-Episcopal
12 January 2016
Perhaps many people do not know that I had many attainments in a number of industries before I joined the Singapore Broadcasting Corporation (SBC, the predecessor of MediaCorp).
I vaguely remember in 1986, many of my customers, patients and friends would ask me curiously, “You are so handsome, popular and eloquent, why don’t you choose to become a model or an actor? Why would you want to do foot massage? Feet are dirty and they smell. Look at you, your hands are numb and painful from performing the massages; look at your fingers, they are becoming deformed from the pressure! Have you considered this seriously? Surely you are not going to do foot massage all your life... ?”
I had been helping out at my parents’ hawker stall since primary school days. As we were poor, I studied and worked very hard at the same time. I had specific goals even at a tender age. My dream then was to be a rich man, my ideal job was to become an Interior Designer and mastering Foot Reflex-Therapy is my lifetime desire. I believe the skills I had gradually mastered aided my mother’s recovery.
I once delivered a moving presentation titled “A Wish” at a world class Naturopathy Academic Seminar in Hong Kong with my mother. The presentation centred on the topic of how my mother was healed through Naturopathy. What is Naturopathy? I am not a doctor, so I cannot pretend to be in possession of medical evidence to prove its effectiveness. However, I have performed countless healing miracles with my hands. I attribute these miraculous healings to God, the Creator of the universe. You can indeed find the answer to getting healthy through natural ways and treatments from the Bible. I will answer some sensitive and controversial topics on healthcare in the chapter “Naturopathy – Natural Therapy” using the Bible and my 34 years of experiences in Natural Therapy.
I vaguely remember in 1986, many of my customers, patients and friends would ask me curiously, “You are so handsome, popular and eloquent, why don’t you choose to become a model or an actor? Why would you want to do foot massage? Feet are dirty and they smell. Look at you, your hands are numb and painful from performing the massages; look at your fingers, they are becoming deformed from the pressure! Have you considered this seriously? Surely you are not going to do foot massage all your life... ?”
I had been helping out at my parents’ hawker stall since primary school days. As we were poor, I studied and worked very hard at the same time. I had specific goals even at a tender age. My dream then was to be a rich man, my ideal job was to become an Interior Designer and mastering Foot Reflex-Therapy is my lifetime desire. I believe the skills I had gradually mastered aided my mother’s recovery.
I once delivered a moving presentation titled “A Wish” at a world class Naturopathy Academic Seminar in Hong Kong with my mother. The presentation centred on the topic of how my mother was healed through Naturopathy. What is Naturopathy? I am not a doctor, so I cannot pretend to be in possession of medical evidence to prove its effectiveness. However, I have performed countless healing miracles with my hands. I attribute these miraculous healings to God, the Creator of the universe. You can indeed find the answer to getting healthy through natural ways and treatments from the Bible. I will answer some sensitive and controversial topics on healthcare in the chapter “Naturopathy – Natural Therapy” using the Bible and my 34 years of experiences in Natural Therapy.
Naturopathy ~ Motto
1. Research and Development
2. Promoting Natural Health Education System
3. Service to Society
Naturopathy ~ Key Theories
1. Reflex-Therapy Theology: Feet, Hand, Reciprocal, Human Body, Face, Eye, Ear, Nose
2. Circulation Theology: Massage, Finger Pressure, Acupressure
3. Balancing Theology: Physiology – Holistic Nutrition Psychology – Physical and Mental Activity
Naturopathy ~ Treatment Concept
1. Naturopathy and Natural Therapy as the FOUNDATION;
2. Working hand-in-hand with Western Medicine, Chinese Medicine and Traditional Alternative Medicine as the STRUCTURE;
3. Thereby receiving the Healing through Lord Jesus Christ as the final ACHIEVEMENT
In the past 30 years, I have always made it a point to mention in my interviews with media worldwide that I am not an allopathy doctor, or a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner. My sole purpose is to share with everyone my experiences—what I have discovered through my research and study over the years in Naturopathy and Natural Therapy.
I stand by this edict: “Please see a doctor when you are sick, but be responsible for your own health.” I often tell my visitors:
1. It is more important that I heal you, than knowing what you are suffering from.
2. Even if I am able to heal you, what’s next? Where will you go when your life on this earth ends? This is the more important question and is also where my burden lies.
How should we view the issues of life, death, health and sickness—they surround us daily. Such issues puzzled me since I became conscious of them. Religion, belief and faith has been the best channel in my quest for answers to these questions. I will share more about my ideas on religions and beliefs in the following chapter.
1. Research and Development
2. Promoting Natural Health Education System
3. Service to Society
Naturopathy ~ Key Theories
1. Reflex-Therapy Theology: Feet, Hand, Reciprocal, Human Body, Face, Eye, Ear, Nose
2. Circulation Theology: Massage, Finger Pressure, Acupressure
3. Balancing Theology: Physiology – Holistic Nutrition Psychology – Physical and Mental Activity
Naturopathy ~ Treatment Concept
1. Naturopathy and Natural Therapy as the FOUNDATION;
2. Working hand-in-hand with Western Medicine, Chinese Medicine and Traditional Alternative Medicine as the STRUCTURE;
3. Thereby receiving the Healing through Lord Jesus Christ as the final ACHIEVEMENT
In the past 30 years, I have always made it a point to mention in my interviews with media worldwide that I am not an allopathy doctor, or a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner. My sole purpose is to share with everyone my experiences—what I have discovered through my research and study over the years in Naturopathy and Natural Therapy.
I stand by this edict: “Please see a doctor when you are sick, but be responsible for your own health.” I often tell my visitors:
1. It is more important that I heal you, than knowing what you are suffering from.
2. Even if I am able to heal you, what’s next? Where will you go when your life on this earth ends? This is the more important question and is also where my burden lies.
How should we view the issues of life, death, health and sickness—they surround us daily. Such issues puzzled me since I became conscious of them. Religion, belief and faith has been the best channel in my quest for answers to these questions. I will share more about my ideas on religions and beliefs in the following chapter.
I am not a pastor, minister or elder. But, for the past 34 years, I have been pursuing Natural Therapy and my main areas of focus have been in clinical practice, training, education, research and development, and attending international academic symposiums organised by Natural Health organisations. For the past 10 years, together with my wife, Kay Tse, a Certified Naturopath and Holistic Nutrition Consultant (who has 17 years of experience in her study and research in Natural Health and Natural Medicine with several related degrees from the United States), we have been researching and exchanging ideas about Natural Therapy and Naturopathy.
In my 34 years of experience in Natural Therapy, I have come across thousands of cases of strange and complicated sicknesses which afflicted my patients, their families and friends. Therefore, subject matters such as birth, death, illness and old age are common topics that visitors discuss with me every time we meet. Although not exhaustive, I wish to share with you the following common questions from my visitors and students in the past 34 years which I have gathered.
In my 34 years of experience in Natural Therapy, I have come across thousands of cases of strange and complicated sicknesses which afflicted my patients, their families and friends. Therefore, subject matters such as birth, death, illness and old age are common topics that visitors discuss with me every time we meet. Although not exhaustive, I wish to share with you the following common questions from my visitors and students in the past 34 years which I have gathered.
To Desmond, with Thanks!
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Interviews with 13 patients from all around the world – testimonies of faith and healing
“I had nasopharynx cancer before and also many other illnesses which the doctors said were very difficult to cure. My son, Desmond, is very filial; through his research and study of Natural Therapy and his diligence in giving me daily massage of my feet and body, I recovered! I am already over 80 years old, a great grandmother now!” - Mdm Tan Siew Eng (Desmond Shen’s mother)
“I am sure he has the gift of healing; many people have been cured; he attributes all to Jesus Christ, the healer.”
- Mr Kent Lim Chartered Certified Accountant, The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
“He is able to assess his patient’s body condition and diagnose disease at a touch of the patient’s foot. He is very dedicated; each time I speak to him, I can feel deeply his dedication to the Christian faith.” - Ong Kai Tong (Lay Preacher) Grace Methodist Church
“Brother Desmond is a very serious seeker of faith. Not only did he read widely, he even went to Thailand to become a monk. Finally, he found his meaning in life in Jesus Christ.” - Elder Pang Jar King JB Peace Presbyterian Church
“Desmond is a dear friend of 20 over years. In the past 20 years, especially in the more recent 15 years after he became a Christian, we shared the same passion in discussing about the transient nature of human existence. We shared and debated intensely on many topics in relation to human survival - health maintenance is a key life principle that we share. I had received more than 10 years of education in a Christian college and I am convinced God heals through his hands. This is a capability that transmits healing through dedication in the face of adversity.”
- Vinod Kesava Co-founder/ President and Managing Director of Climate Resources Exchange International Pte. Ltd. Founder of CRX CarbonBank Chairman of Sustainability Committee - Singapore International Chamber of Commerce (2016/2017)
“I know that Desmond and his wife (Kay Tse) pursue Naturopathy diligently. I have seen many people got healed, including myself. He is very willing to help, more importantly, he often mentions, “Jesus Christ saves you, and is the way to salvation.” The key point is, he never glorifies himself, he often mentions God, glorifies God.” - Ivy Lim Administration staff
“We are very privileged to have found Mr Desmond Shen in Singapore. I am convinced about the Natural Therapy that healed me completely and led me to health.” - Jamby Madrigal (recorded in 2002) Philippine Senator, presidential candidate
“He caused quite a stir in the Philippines. He is very famous, a long queue of people waited to see him. This new believer is very certain of his faith, and because of the power of Lord Jesus, many people were healed through Desmond. Many miracles also happened here in the Philippines, and the newspapers reported them. It was his mother’s sickness that motivated him to study and practice Foot Reflex-Therapy. He has distinctive qualities which amazed me. Through Foot Reflex-Therapy, he is able to diagnose and heal. I saw it personally, many were healed and this is very amazing. I observed how he carried out Foot Reflex-Therapy in the Philippines; he was more focused on preaching the gospel than any other things. After receiving Jesus Christ as his personal saviour, he placed his trust wholeheartedly on our Lord. I admire him for this.” - Reverend Samuel Sia (interviewed in 2008) St. Stephen’s Parish, Philippines Anglican-Episcopal
“I have known Desmond for 30 years. He is a therapist who loves God. His love for man testifies his godly characteristics. His knowledge of the Bible is especially constructive and helpful to me. Since he became a Christian, he often reminded me that healing comes from Jesus Christ - the sovereign, Almighty God is the source of blessings. Desmond’s faith in God makes him special. Desmond, thank you for your love, wisdom, and friendship – what a sincere friend you are to me.” - Robert Van Horne Pianist, composer, musician
“I consulted Desmond over a period of six years. I will not forget his approach to caring for his patients through Natural Therapy. He is like a Professor to me.” - Prof Shinichi Miyazaki Department of Geophysics, Kyoto University, Japan
“Desmond is a superman. He isn’t just a capable Natural Healer, he is a committed family man who loves his family and wife dearly, and takes very good care of his mother. He is also very caring towards his patients.” - Yuko Godwin Teacher, Japan
“He is a great doctor, Natural Healer and instructor. I was suffering from stomach cancer, but under his sincere treatment and counselling, I had fully recovered. I am very grateful for everything he has done for us.” - Yasoyu Ayukawa Jewelry Designer, Japan
"Doctor’ Desmond Shen, thank you for your love and help. Now, my skin is better and beautiful. You have helped me a lot, thank you!” - Jailys A little girl of European-African ancestry who suffered from skin disease
* The above were taken from interviews. Videos of the interviews will be shown at Desmond’s evangelical meetings.
“I am sure he has the gift of healing; many people have been cured; he attributes all to Jesus Christ, the healer.”
- Mr Kent Lim Chartered Certified Accountant, The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
“He is able to assess his patient’s body condition and diagnose disease at a touch of the patient’s foot. He is very dedicated; each time I speak to him, I can feel deeply his dedication to the Christian faith.” - Ong Kai Tong (Lay Preacher) Grace Methodist Church
“Brother Desmond is a very serious seeker of faith. Not only did he read widely, he even went to Thailand to become a monk. Finally, he found his meaning in life in Jesus Christ.” - Elder Pang Jar King JB Peace Presbyterian Church
“Desmond is a dear friend of 20 over years. In the past 20 years, especially in the more recent 15 years after he became a Christian, we shared the same passion in discussing about the transient nature of human existence. We shared and debated intensely on many topics in relation to human survival - health maintenance is a key life principle that we share. I had received more than 10 years of education in a Christian college and I am convinced God heals through his hands. This is a capability that transmits healing through dedication in the face of adversity.”
- Vinod Kesava Co-founder/ President and Managing Director of Climate Resources Exchange International Pte. Ltd. Founder of CRX CarbonBank Chairman of Sustainability Committee - Singapore International Chamber of Commerce (2016/2017)
“I know that Desmond and his wife (Kay Tse) pursue Naturopathy diligently. I have seen many people got healed, including myself. He is very willing to help, more importantly, he often mentions, “Jesus Christ saves you, and is the way to salvation.” The key point is, he never glorifies himself, he often mentions God, glorifies God.” - Ivy Lim Administration staff
“We are very privileged to have found Mr Desmond Shen in Singapore. I am convinced about the Natural Therapy that healed me completely and led me to health.” - Jamby Madrigal (recorded in 2002) Philippine Senator, presidential candidate
“He caused quite a stir in the Philippines. He is very famous, a long queue of people waited to see him. This new believer is very certain of his faith, and because of the power of Lord Jesus, many people were healed through Desmond. Many miracles also happened here in the Philippines, and the newspapers reported them. It was his mother’s sickness that motivated him to study and practice Foot Reflex-Therapy. He has distinctive qualities which amazed me. Through Foot Reflex-Therapy, he is able to diagnose and heal. I saw it personally, many were healed and this is very amazing. I observed how he carried out Foot Reflex-Therapy in the Philippines; he was more focused on preaching the gospel than any other things. After receiving Jesus Christ as his personal saviour, he placed his trust wholeheartedly on our Lord. I admire him for this.” - Reverend Samuel Sia (interviewed in 2008) St. Stephen’s Parish, Philippines Anglican-Episcopal
“I have known Desmond for 30 years. He is a therapist who loves God. His love for man testifies his godly characteristics. His knowledge of the Bible is especially constructive and helpful to me. Since he became a Christian, he often reminded me that healing comes from Jesus Christ - the sovereign, Almighty God is the source of blessings. Desmond’s faith in God makes him special. Desmond, thank you for your love, wisdom, and friendship – what a sincere friend you are to me.” - Robert Van Horne Pianist, composer, musician
“I consulted Desmond over a period of six years. I will not forget his approach to caring for his patients through Natural Therapy. He is like a Professor to me.” - Prof Shinichi Miyazaki Department of Geophysics, Kyoto University, Japan
“Desmond is a superman. He isn’t just a capable Natural Healer, he is a committed family man who loves his family and wife dearly, and takes very good care of his mother. He is also very caring towards his patients.” - Yuko Godwin Teacher, Japan
“He is a great doctor, Natural Healer and instructor. I was suffering from stomach cancer, but under his sincere treatment and counselling, I had fully recovered. I am very grateful for everything he has done for us.” - Yasoyu Ayukawa Jewelry Designer, Japan
"Doctor’ Desmond Shen, thank you for your love and help. Now, my skin is better and beautiful. You have helped me a lot, thank you!” - Jailys A little girl of European-African ancestry who suffered from skin disease
* The above were taken from interviews. Videos of the interviews will be shown at Desmond’s evangelical meetings.
