Life Energy

One question I routinely get when I tell a new acquaintance I am a chiropractor is, "How does 'Cracking' someones back or neck treat their disease?"

First of all, I do not use the "C" word, it is an adjustment. Then I go on to explain how spinal misalignments can affect the flow of energy through the nerves. This is where I usually get the "Deer-in-the-Headlights" look.

Most people think of chiropractors as just someone who can fix bad backs, which we are the best at by the way. However, I think of myself as more of an electrician for the body than a "Bad Back Fixer."

You see, all healing arts, except western medicine, are based on proper flow of energy through the body for optimal health. Too much or too little energy flow is the cause of disease. For example, too much energy to the stomach--you get acid reflux and ulcers. Too little and you get indigestion, constipation or diarrhea.

The Chineese call this energy Chi, in religion it is the soul, and in chiropractic it is Innate Intellegence. The only difference between life and death is the flow of energy. A dead body is physically and chemically identical to a live one! The differece is energy.

In the human body, this energy is concentrated and travels through the nerves. The brain knows all and instructs each and every cell in your body what to do and when. If the communication between the brain and the cells is interferred with, the cells do not do what they are supposed to do--disease.

Since only 10% of nerve communicate pain, most of the time these conditions occur with out any notice whatsoever.

According to Quantum Physics, we are nothing but energy packets anyway, so correcting energy flow issues will promote optimal health.

So, as the "electrician", I look for improper flow of nerve energy and remove the cause (spinal misalignment). The body can then begin to work as it is intended-health.

In essence, the chiropractic adjustment improves energy flow, thus makes you more alive. And I can't imagine any better way to spend my life, then helping others be more alive!

I would really love to answer any questions or comments on this one. Please leave a comment, even if only to say Hi!

Renewal

Those of you who follow me know I was in Mexico-Riviera Maya last week for vacation. While on the beach, Robin (wife) and I, to commemorate our 25th Wedding Anniversary (May 26) renewed our vows to each other. We brought our four daughters with us to celebrate.

Needless to say, we had a fantastic time (great to get out of the snow). Robin and I reconnected last week and I have noticed a change in our attitudes and demeanors, for the better. And when home life is better, career life seems to follow along as well. This week has been phenomenal at the office! Even the staff seems more energized.

Spring really is coming, dispite the current weather conditions. And Spring is a time for renewal. The death of Winter fades, tulips come up and the grass greens. Take some time and see what you can do to renew something important in your life. A relationship with a spouse or family member, a new focus in your career or maybe even a new career. Maybe even look back at those "Resolutions" you made three months ago and renew those.

Did you set any goals? How are you doing? Now would be a great time to review and renew those goals.

Love to see your comments and questions! Please leave a comment to let me know you were here-Thanks!