Why Some Don't Get Results

I have been in practice now for over 30 years. I have always wondered why some people get results and others don't. When I was doing primarily Gonstead it was easy for me to blame it on the patient moving wrong or too quickly after the adjustment. Or, I didn't get to the right segment or did not get as good an adjustment as was needed. At that point, it was purely a mechanical issue.
Since studying BEST (Bio Energetic Synchronization Technique) and searching the scriptures regarding healing, I have realized that there is so much more involved. Now I realize that I as the doctor play such a very small role in the healing process. At the beginning, it was a real blow to the ego. Now it is one of the most exciting discoveries I have had in my life! I am there almost as a coach to help my patients find the obstacles to their own health and help them reach new levels of health spiritually, emotionally and physically.

We are responsible for our health. We can go blindly thinking that what we do, say, think, feel, experience, etc... has nothing to do with our health and there are these little bugs, germs, or cancers that attack us. Or, we can seek to understand who and what we are.

One huge revelation the Lord gave me this year is that those who don't get the results they are looking for are usually those who are not willing or refuse to take responsibility for their thoughts.
When I adjust someone I am amazed at how some are blown away at how their very thoughts can change the strength in their body, the tightness of their muscles, and the pain. When that happens, I know there is hope!

Other times when I adjust and the person does not believe it and they question EVERY aspect of the adjustment, I know there will be issues with them getting well. I feel sorry for them. They seem more interested in where my hand was when I tested the muscle;  if they were ready; or was I truly using the same amount of strength while testing. They usually have a fixed idea in their mind that I need to "pop" a certain bone or DO something to THEM that will make them well. Basically they want me to do everything, They would prefer to not have any role other than paying the money for the treatment. In fact, if they could just drop off their body for a couple of weeks and then pick it up without having done anything, it would be a perfect situation.

On the other hand, when I get to adjust that person who wants to participate in their healing and who begins to realize that THEY have the ability to change how their body works it is more exciting than this post allows me to express. Some of you reading this are those individuals. You have learned that there is hope! You are willing to change your thoughts! You are willing to make changes that changes the very physiology of your body!

I compliment you!

Please return to this blog as we go deeper! Praise be to the Lord of Lords!

Returning to the Path

Have you ever fallen off the path?
I have! I hate to admit it but it happened. Don't worry, I am back on. I took about 2 - 3 weeks where I really did not watch what I was eating or when I was eating. Did I notice a difference? ABSOLUTELY!
I would like to blame it on a number of reasons and people but I can't. You see, it all comes back to me. I have to have the discipline to do what I know is right even if everyone else is doing something else. WOW! What a concept. I understand that when it comes to sin. Why haven't I been able to transfer that over to my diet.
Pure - lack of discipline.
Two days ago I decided I have to get back on the program. I began to drink my protein drink. I had an incredible salad and immediately felt a huge difference.
This morning I went into the gym and weighed. I am back at 265. It feels so good to be back on the path.
How are you doing?

New Level, New Decisions

Guilt.

Guilt is the only excuse I have for not writing earlier. And yet, I have heard from some of you and appreciate knowing - I am not alone. My diet has not been as good as it should be and I have gained 6 lbs from my lowest weight. The workouts are good but I have skipped meals and eaten too big of meals late at night just before going to bed. I know! Disaster!

You see, I am not interested in a "diet." I have to find the lifestyle that helps me be in the shape I want to be. Should the Lord tarry and not come soon (I really hope he comes very soon!!!), I want to be able to enjoy life and play with grand children etc...

This week I made another decision. I am cutting out sweets. Now some may be saying - Finally! or Are you kidding?  or I can't believe it has taken you this long!

Well, it has! My life is dictated more and more by being who God wants me to be. I can't practice chiropractic like I do and then not do everything I can do to be healthy. I can't be the Christian I want to be and not strive to give my very best. Giving up sweets is harder than just about anything else you could ask me to do. And yet, I am excited. Over and over in the Bible I read about sacrificial living. We are called to present our bodies as a living sacrifice. I have not done that. Five days ago I started to change all of this. I said NO.

Every time I pass sugar, desserts, anything resembling sweets I repeat my phrase: No, the decision has been made!

Feel free to pass on words of encouragement! And, good luck to you on your journey for health!

The vacation plan

This weekend I am planning on taking a short trip with the family. While it is not a long trip, it is exciting to think about getting away with the people I love most! Will I worry about the diet? Not really. I understand that I may eat things that I don't normally eat. THAT IS OKAY!
Monday I will find myself back on the program!
I am not sure if I have ever mentioned this or not so let me share with you how I am moving forward. I try all week to really be good. I look for opportunities to eat good food. I keep my office stocked with apples, pears, yogurt, granola, and other good snacks. I try to not eat foods that have a high glycemic index. Basically, I try my best to stick to the diet found in I Can Do This Diet. Saturday is my fun day. I start with a great 1 hour intense workout at the gym and then the rest of the day, I do not worry about what I am going to eat. In fact, I enjoy myself. I may eat those starches or sweets I don't eat the other 6 days. Sunday, I get up and get in another 1 hour at the gym before going to church. I am back on the program! I enjoy this routine. It seems to work for me. I will let you know how the weekend went. I also plan on doing a strict week when I get back just to make sure I don't lose much ground.
I pray God is using this in your life. Be blessed and have a great day!

We are still moving forward!

First goal: Do a better job at blogging. I had no idea it had been almost a month since I had last posted anything.
I continue to lose weight - PTL! My work outs are still 6 - 7 days a week.
This past month I started a diet program called NuLean. You will be hearing more of this in the future. When I first read about it, it seemed too good to be true. You've heard the claims before. I would have dismissed it but I was impressed with the basis for the program. The program is based on starting out detoxifying. This is so important because so many toxins are stored in the fats. To be successful, you must detoxify as you begin any diet program. Secondly, they talked about the importance of alkalizing your body. Music to my ears!!!!
Well, I did it. I lost the 7+ pounds in a week as they promoted and continued to lose weight the next couple of weeks. This is a diet only available through doctor's offices. I wanted to try it out on me before launching it here in the clinic.
There are a couple of you patients who have encouraged me as I have begun this journey. I wish to thank you!!! I look forward to posting again soon.

Things are changing

I have decided to take a bold step in announcing what I am working on. This is tough because it makes me more accountable. You all will get to see the changes. What is this all about?
I am going through a lifestyle change in how I eat. I hate to say I am going on a diet because that just doesn't work. I have tried those ever since I can remember. No, what I am looking at now is a life style change that will change me forever. I needed to find something that I can live with. I want something that I can share with others as well. Thus, I am testing this on myself before disclosing all the details to you.
Let me just say that I am feeling great. I have lost about 17 pounds so far.

We are a tri-part being

We are a spirit, we have a soul and we live in this body. To truly experience true health, we must better understand the relationship between the three. They are not totally independent from one another. Rather, as we learn more, we discover that they are in deed, intimately related to each other. For too long, we have interpreted a physical illness or pain as purely a physical problem when in reality it can be coming from a spiritual issue or a conflict in the mind. At the same time, there may be spiritual issues or thought issues that are occurring because of what we are doing or not doing in our body.
In this next year, I look forward to sharing some thoughts to help us all discover how we can obtain higher levels of health. I have so much to learn. In my own life, I have so much to implement. I invite you to share as well. God has much for us to learn. Ultimately, our goal is intimacy with God. I truly believe that as we become more like Him, we will experience far fewer illnesses, conflicts, confusion, frustration, etc...