The role of self is central to BALM Prescribing. The systems programme is a reconnection, addressing the disconnects, underpins BALM, and so you are the connection. This is why Vanessa structures the courses so that in order to prescribe BALM you must also be able to bake according to BALM too. Studies show that when patients feel that they are experiencing a psychological or significant health problem, almost all highly value a personal doctor–patient relationship and a common interest in baking is a great way to connect, especially important to engaging the patient is language when prescribing.