Have you ever noticed when you feel crappy, that your mood goes out the window as well? My favorite part about being in the health service industry is that as I allow a person to improve their health, their spirit changes, and they begin to enjoy life once more. One of my newer patients has been coming in for the last few weeks and she has a very meek and timid personality. I thought that was who this person was. However, when she started to improve the function of the lower back and pelvis, she began to walk into the office with a great big smile. She began to joke around with the staff, and best of all, she stands taller and has more enthusiasm for life.
I guess that is why I called my practice Life Chiropractic. Because when you're not feeling well, you simply can't Live Well.
She ended her last appointment with, "I'm glad you are younger than me, so I can come to you until I die." Which now will be a very long time.
I love my Job!
Dr. John
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Monday, March 15, 2010
Purpose
A funny thing happened to me at the gym today. A guy mentioned Tiger Woods and all the media coverage of late. I smiled and simply said, who are we to judge one of the greatest, most successful golfers in all of history. After all he is just a man. We are all flawed.
Which brings me to my point of this entry.
pur-pose: (noun) The object for which one strives or for which something exists; an aim or goal.
All too often we fall into a pattern-- get up in the morning, brush our teeth, and go out into the world to work, play, or simply survive. As pleasure driven creatures we are created to enjoy life. If we are not fulfilling a purpose we are more likely to give in to the temptations of the world (sugar, alcohol, caffeine, sex addiction (Tiger), etc.) Seeing how one of America's best atheletes gives in to these temptations, will put into perspective how our society works. Without a doubt one of the most successful people is driven to do more, or have more, leading him to a path of temptation. I wonder what Tiger's true goal or purpose is in life. I wonder how much his talent directed his life rather than his passion or purpose.
What to do?
Well, each morning I get up and spend 30 mnutes each day reviewing my intention for the day, and more specifically my purpose.
My values: Integrity, Assertiveness, Patience, Balance, Health
Purpose: To educate and lead OUR community to fulfill individual POTENTIAL.
The Process:
Which brings me to my point of this entry.
pur-pose: (noun) The object for which one strives or for which something exists; an aim or goal.
All too often we fall into a pattern-- get up in the morning, brush our teeth, and go out into the world to work, play, or simply survive. As pleasure driven creatures we are created to enjoy life. If we are not fulfilling a purpose we are more likely to give in to the temptations of the world (sugar, alcohol, caffeine, sex addiction (Tiger), etc.) Seeing how one of America's best atheletes gives in to these temptations, will put into perspective how our society works. Without a doubt one of the most successful people is driven to do more, or have more, leading him to a path of temptation. I wonder what Tiger's true goal or purpose is in life. I wonder how much his talent directed his life rather than his passion or purpose.
What to do?
Well, each morning I get up and spend 30 mnutes each day reviewing my intention for the day, and more specifically my purpose.
My values: Integrity, Assertiveness, Patience, Balance, Health
Purpose: To educate and lead OUR community to fulfill individual POTENTIAL.
The Process:
- 5 Minutes of setting intention
- 5 minutes of pranayama breathing (Alternate nostril breathing)
- 10 minutes of yoga (Movement and stretch)
- 5 minutes of Meditation (quieting of the mind)
- 5 minutes of Journaling the thoughts or questions that came up for me
In doing this exercise, and making a commitment to follow up everyday, my days have been brighter and I have been more focused and clear.
Which brings me to my next point. COME TO MY LECTURE Entitled "Forgot Something? The Aging Brain" at the St. Vrain Memorial Building on Longs Peak Ave in Longmont, 7pm. This lecture is the basis for all experiences in life. Call 303-651-8404 to sign up.
--Dr. John
How Sugar Affects Your Health
We recently acquired a booklet for our office titled "108 Ways Sugar Can Ruin Your Health" by Nancy Appleton, Ph.D.
Today's random fact from that booklet is #76 "Sugar can cause hormonal imbalance."
Do you suffer from:
Today's random fact from that booklet is #76 "Sugar can cause hormonal imbalance."
Do you suffer from:
- fatigue
- headaches with physical or mental stress
- weak immune system
- allergies
- slow starter in the morning
- afternoon headaches
- crave sweets
- unable to stay asleep
- unable to fall asleep
These are just some of the common symptoms of hormone imbalance. You may want to examine just how much sugar is in your diet.
Saturday, March 13, 2010
42 Days of 10 Minute exercise
I find myself 12 days past the 30-day challenge with no intention of quitting the 10 minutes per day. Actually, I'm trying to figure out how to get another 10 minutes in during another part of the day... potentially at lunch time.
Before I began working for Dr. John, I had been a stay-at-home mom who suffered from depression. This was "B.C." (before chiropractic) and I followed the doctor's orders which were to take an anti-depressant. After several years on the drug and not really feeling like it was helping the issues, I worked to get off of the medication. I had heard that exercise is as effective if not better for treating depression but had never tried it until Dr. John challenged me to the 10-minutes per day amount.
After 42 days I can say firmly that I believe exercise is absolutely better than medication for most depression. I feel great! I have a much more positive attitude, I am able to handle emotional situations with more of a level head. I am also more energetic.
I encourage you all to give it a try. I know you can find 10 minutes per day! See how you feel!
Before I began working for Dr. John, I had been a stay-at-home mom who suffered from depression. This was "B.C." (before chiropractic) and I followed the doctor's orders which were to take an anti-depressant. After several years on the drug and not really feeling like it was helping the issues, I worked to get off of the medication. I had heard that exercise is as effective if not better for treating depression but had never tried it until Dr. John challenged me to the 10-minutes per day amount.
After 42 days I can say firmly that I believe exercise is absolutely better than medication for most depression. I feel great! I have a much more positive attitude, I am able to handle emotional situations with more of a level head. I am also more energetic.
I encourage you all to give it a try. I know you can find 10 minutes per day! See how you feel!
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